After a dozen years behind the counter here in Histon, and over four decades with the Post Office, Carole Skelton is now celebrating a well earned retirement. Amanda Borrill shares her story.

Impington-born Conservative MP and ex IVC student Alicia Kearns talks to Lucy Callington about politics, Parliament and her never-ending to-do list…

As September draws to a close and the Histon Beer Festival organising committee recover, Chair Don Kelly reflects on this year's event.

Muffin the village cat's status as local feline celebrity shifted up a few notches this week with his appearance in the latest ad campaign for our furry friends' treat of choice, Dreamies. Amanda Borrill shares the story.

With Histon named as the driest village in the UK after a summer of soaring temperatures, HI Sustainability has been looking into ways to conserve our precious water supplies. Ahead of this Saturday's information stall outside our village Tesco, group member Laura explains why every drop matters.

Choosing honey produced near where you live has proven benefits - for you, the bees and for local biodiversity. And as Farmer Freeman explains to Lucy Callington, since it also happens to taste great on toast - it's a win-win situation...

Starting university and moving away from home can be daunting but it’s also an incredible opportunity to try new things, meet new people, and enjoy your independence. Second year Durham University student Jess Wood shares the things she wishes she’d known before starting at uni.

Histon & Impington Community Land Trust is working to increase the amount of locally affordable housing but they need your help. Trust member Aga Cahn explains what's going on behind the scenes and how we, as a community, can get involved.

Autumn might be imminent, but summer festival season is not over yet as two village bands get set to share headline slot at the nearby Cottenham Rock Club music festival. Amanda Borrill reveals what local music fans can expect to find at this popular annual event.

Village calendar highlight - Histon Beer Festival - is back this September. The team believe they can claim it as the UK’s only 7-day beer festival, and the 'best village beer festival (probably)'. Organiser Tim Sparks reveals what's in store for 2026.