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Damian Lewis wows fans at Latitude Festival in his 'biggest ever gig'
TV and stage star Damian Lewis was cheered by thousands of fans as he performed with his band at the Latitude music festival today (Friday July 26). Lewis, 53, played his guitar and sang his own songs at what he described as his “biggest ever
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Seann Walsh and Sara Pascoe make crowds laugh out loud at Latitude Festival
There were lots of laughs in the comedy tent on the first day of Latitude Festival as two top comedians entertained thousands. Seann Walsh and Sara Pascoe performed sets at Latitude at Henham Park on Friday - with the comedy arena packed to the
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Road closed after crash between car and cyclist
Police have closed a road outside Sudbury after a crash involving a car and a cyclist. The incident happened on the A134 outside the market town at about 4.20pm on Friday, Suffolk police said. Police said on X that the road has been shut due
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TV celebs to make an appearance at military show in Ipswich
A historically themed event is taking place it an Ipswich showground this weekend, with TV celebrities in tow for meet and greets. The Suffolk Military Show moved to Trinity Park, on the outskirts of Ipswich, three years ago when organisers needed
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35-year-old jailed for over two years for beating woman unconscious
A 35-year-old man has been jailed for 27 months after putting a woman in a headlock and punching her until she collapsed unconscious. Ryan Thirlwell, of Magnolia Drive, Colchester, previously admitted grievous bodily harm without intent in February
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Freeport East bosses seek government support for Bathside Bay port expansion plan
Freeport bosses are aiming to highlight the key role of a planned port expansion project in ramping up the government's 2030 Green Power drive. Freeport East sees investment in Bathside Bay at Harwich as a top priority for enabling the government
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'A hell of a lot going on' - Ashton reveals scale of 'major' upgrades at Portman Road
Ipswich Town CEO Mark Ashton says there's work going on around the clock at Portman Road as the stadium is upgraded ahead of the big Premier League kick-off. In a special 40-minute walkthrough on Town TV, the Blues' chief revealed that there are
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Ipswich Town transfer rumour: Blues 'leading chase' for Birmingham star Jordan James
Ipswich Town are said to be 'leading the chase' for Birmingham City star Jordan James. The central midfielder was a bright spot in a side that were relegated from the Championship last season. Already, at the age of 20, he has more than 100 senior
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Big-scale Suffolk estate veg growers power through frustrating stop-start harvest
It's been a frustrating harvest on the enormous Elveden Estate, near Thetford. Rain has hampered progress as farmers bring in the barley crop - and that's before starting in on wheat. The carrot, potato and onion harvest has also been hit by weather-related
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Victim of suspected attempted murder named as police search for jacket
The victim of a suspected attempted murder in a south Suffolk village has been named as police search for her missing jacket and phone. An image of Anita Rose has been released as police continue their investigation. The 57-year-old left her
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Watch: The lowdown on Brighton - Hürzeler appointment and prediction for Ipswich
Ross Halls is joined by Brighton podcaster Ryan Adsett to get the lowdown on the Seagulls ahead of the 2024/25 Premier League campaign. The duo discuss the Blues being back in the top flight, the current mood at the Amex and overall thoughts on
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Former Town loanee returns to England to join non-league club after trial
Former Ipswich Town loanee Anthony Georgiou has returned to England to join Wealdstone following a successful trial at the National League side. The 27-year-old winger spent last season at Enosis Neon Paralimni in his native Cyprus and helped
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A11 closed after two-vehicle collision
The northbound carriageway of the A11 has been closed following a two-vehicle crash that caused a car to hit the central reservation of the road. Police were called to reports of a two vehicle collision on the A11 at Red Lodge, near Mildenhall
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Heat-health alert issued for Suffolk ahead of scorching temperatures
A yellow heat-health alert has been issued for Suffolk as warmer temperatures are set to return. The alert, which has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency and Met Office, will be in place from 9am on Monday until 11pm on Wednesday.
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Former Town loanee becomes head coach in France after Championship sacking
Former Ipswich Town loanee Liam Rosenior has been appointed as the head coach of French top flight side RS Strasbourg on a three-year deal. The 40-year-old led Hull to a seventh-place finish in the Championship last season, before he was surprisingly
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Caravan owners' consultation branded 'not as fair, open or transparent' as hoped
A caravan owners representative has described a consultation over the future of their harbour site as "unfair and not transparent". Diane Perry-Yates, chair of Southwold Caravan Owners Association (SCOA), slammed the East Suffolk Council exercise
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Police search for two bikers in connection with dangerous driving in town
Police are searching for two bikers in connection to dangerous driving and endangering pedestrians in a west Suffolk town. Officers received reports that two bikers were riding dangerously in Camps Road, High Street and Queen Street in Haverhill
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Watch: Ipswich Town Transfer Talk - Latest on Sammie Szmodics, Jack Clarke and more
Ross Halls and Stuart Watson discuss the latest transfer chat around Ipswich Town this week. The duo discuss all the latest news, including the Blues' having a bid rejected by Blackburn Rovers for forward Sammie Szmodics and interest in Sunderland
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Man handed two interim stalking protection orders as he faces charges
A man from Haverhill has been handed two orders after being charged with stalking. Nigel Proctor, 56, of Girton Road, appeared before Suffolk Magistrates' Court on Monday, July 15 after previously being charged with stalking. After denying
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'You'll see more players arrive' - Ashton on Town's transfer window so far
Ipswich Town chief executive Mark Ashton insists that the club's summer spending spree is not over. The Blues have signed five players since securing promotion to the Premier League in the form of attacker Omari Hutchinson, striker Liam Delap,
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"Can't wait to get going" - Former Town forward joins League One club
Former Ipswich Town forward Tyreece Simpson has joined Stevenage from fellow League One side Huddersfield Town for an undisclosed fee. The 22-year-old spent last season on loan at Northampton Town in the third tier, where he scored six goals in
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Health board ask for travel plans to centre after 'genuine and significant' concerns
Healthcare bosses have been advised to increase transport links over "genuine and significant" for patients needing to access a £34m orthopaedic centre. Suffolk and North East Essex (SNEE) Integrated Care Board (ICB) will have a meeting next Tuesday
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Appeal launched against refusal of seafront crazy golf plans
Developers are seeking to overturn a decision to refuse plans to close and demolish a crazy golf attraction on a seafront. Felixstowe-based Family Amusements has appealed to the Planning Inspectorate against East Suffolk Council's refusal of a
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Outdoor cinema with hit blockbuster films coming to seaside town
An outdoor cinema experience is coming to a seaside town with a wide range of films for the whole family to enjoy. Fresh Air Events is hosting movie screenings every Friday at The Shed at Beach Street in Felixstowe from Friday. Four films
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Road cleared after crossroads crash blocked both lanes of traffic
A man has been injured after a single-vehicle crash near Sudbury. Police were called to reports of a crashed vehicle at the A134 Long Melford and Acton crossroads at 9.24am on Friday. A spokesman for Suffolk police said a man sustained injuries
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Suffolk wind farm coming together piece by piece
Offshore construction will soon get underway on ScottishPower Renewables’ East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm, located around 43 miles from the Suffolk coast, though the onshore works have been progressing since 2022. Once operational, the offshore
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Warnings issued after homeowners approached by doorstep traders
Homeowners in the county are being warned after a resident was approached by doorstep traders. Suffolk Trading Standards received a report on Wednesday stating traders were going door to door in Sudbury offering to clean driveways. One homeowner
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'Vital for our league position' - Witches stay top with win at local rivals
The Ipswich Witches got back to winning ways in the Premiership with a 49-41 win at King’s Lynn in the East Anglian derby last night. The hosts came into the fixture without the injured duo of Benjamin Basso and Nicolai Klindt with rider replacement
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Public urged to give views on pylons before National Grid consultation ends
Campaigners are urging the public to respond to a consultation on controversial plans to route 50 metre high pylons through the Suffolk countryside before the consultation ends on Friday. Power firm National Grid has been seeking opinions on plans
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Three key positions Town need to strengthen - here's the latest on all the links
Ipswich Town have signed five players so far this summer. STUART WATSON outlines the three big priorities for strengthening and who has been linked... CENTRE-MIDFIELD Current options: Sam Morsy, Massimo Luongo, Jack Taylor, Cameron Humphreys
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'That little girl saved your life' - Hero Harper helps ambulance find unconscious mum
A four-year-old girl is being hailed a hero after she helped paramedics locate her mum when she collapsed at their family home. Jessica Jenks, of Hundon, near Haverhill, has been experiencing heart palpitations, the cause of which is still under
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Council says 'Pothole Avenue' will be fixed next week - but community leader doubtful
A community leader has said a council "cannot be trusted" on a delivery date for a resurfacing programme that residents have been requesting for more than a year. Trinity Avenue in Mildenhall, which has been dubbed 'Pothole Avenue' and the 'worst
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Heritage railway museum announces action-packed event line-up
A station is welcoming the return of its children's event after recent anniversary celebrations. The East Anglian Railway Museum marked the 175th anniversary of the Marks Tey to Sudbury line and the Chappel Viaduct with an exhibition of 64 paintings
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Bury St Edmunds Men's Shed receives generous support from Oddfellows
A friendship group has donated £750 to a mental health charity in a generous show of support. Bury St Edmunds Men's Shed received the cheque from St Edmundsbury Oddfellows at the end of June. The Men’s Shed opens its doors every Saturday at
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Needham Market children showcase talent for charity
Children from Needham Market's Fox Academy of Dance astounded their audience with two captivating summer productions. Nearly 200 dancers, aged between three and 18, took to the stage at the Seckford Theatre in Woodbridge, showcasing more than 35
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Festival reveals the hidden talents of a number of famous faces
A popular festival will illuminate the lesser-known talents of renowned artists. The Woodbridge Festival of Art and Music, returning for its 12th outing, will feature celebrities showcasing abilities they are not generally associated with.
