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Large willow tree falls and blocks Suffolk river
Work is underway to remove a large willow tree from a Suffolk river. The Bramford Open Spaces group shared that work is underway to remove a large willow tree which had fallen in the River Gipping near Fraser Road in the village. The group
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Delays as 44 tonne abnormal load to travel on major roads
Drivers are being warned of delays as a 44 tonne abnormal load is due to travel on Suffolk roads. The load is due to leave Huddersfield, Yorks at 12pm on Sunday, November 15 heading for Calais Street in Hadleigh. It measures 4.49 metres wide
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Suffolk backs elected mayor with £1bn investment and new powers on the way
Leaders have reaffirmed their support for establishing a new elected mayor to represent Suffolk and Norfolk. Suffolk County Council’s cabinet voted unanimously to maintain the authority’s commitment to setting up a Norfolk and Suffolk Combined
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'Threat was against the base itself' MP says following US evacuation
Nick Timothy has addressed public concern following the recent diversion of US aircraft from RAF Mildenhall. American refuelling tankers were diverted from the base to Germany and other locations, reportedly in response to a threat from Iran.
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Everything you need to know about RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk after Iran threats
RAF Mildenhall has found itself at the centre of international attention after US tanker planes relocated from the Suffolk airbase following reports of a threat from Iran. The base, near Mildenhall and Beck Row in west Suffolk, is one of the most
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School announces dramatic U-turn on plans to close its sixth form provision
A school has dramatically reversed plans to close its sixth form as part of a shake-up of post-16 education. Unity Schools Partnership, which operates Felixstowe School, will keep providing post-16 education at the school – if there is sufficient
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Search for man after bank cards stolen from woman in shop car park
Police have released CCTV of a man after a woman had bank cards stolen from her in a shop car park. Suffolk police have released an image of a man after the woman was tricked by two males in a Newmarket car park. Police would like to speak
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Unconscious sailor airlifted to hospital after emergency off Suffolk coast
A sailor was airlifted to hospital after being found unconscious with head injuries on a boat. The RNLI Harwich lifeboat launched at 1.28pm on Monday after a crew member on board a vessel at anchor in the Bawdsey anchorage, about eight miles east
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New e-bike hire network links Felixstowe, Harwich and Shotley ferry hubs
Passengers and visitors can now hop on e-bikes. A new network of hire hubs has been launched around Felixstowe, Harwich and the Shotley Peninsula to support greener, easier onward journeys from rail and ferry terminals. The scheme, known as
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Woman faces life sentence after admitting murdering man in Suffolk park
A 28-year-old woman is facing a life sentence after pleading guilty to the murder of a man who was found in a Suffolk park. Before Ipswich Crown Court on November 10 was Amber Stebbings of no fixed address. She was due to go on trial on Monday
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Downing Street speaks out over RAF Mildenhall security concerns
Downing Street has insisted British air bases remain secure amid reports that US aircraft were recently diverted from RAF Mildenhall. According to the Wall Street Journal, two American refuelling tankers were rerouted to Germany on Monday morning
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We tried a £75 afternoon tea returning for the first time in 60 years
The Talbooth in Dedham has been a popular destination for decades and as it heads into its 75th anniversary year, they have launched the return of their champagne afternoon tea. We were lucky enough to be invited down to sample the delights as
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First frost to hit Suffolk as temperatures forecast to plunge to -1C
Suffolk folk will wake up to their first frost of the season this week as temperatures plummet. The Met Office has forecast that the first widespread frost will reach the county on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with some locations expected to
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New rule for Ryanair passengers travelling through major airport comes into force
A new rule has come into effect for Ryanair passengers that will see those flying with the airline from Stansted Airport needing to arrive for their flights even earlier than before. The airline is changing its bag drop cut-off time from 40 minutes
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'Proud to be a Witch' - King will skipper Witches again in 2027 season
Ipswich icon Danny King is proud to continue leading the Witches into an exciting new era after being confirmed as their captain for the 2027 Premiership season. Following surgery to fix a niggling hand injury last winter, King enjoyed one of his
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Nestle confirms major change to all Quality Street tubs after 2 years
Quality Street's paper tubs will not be returning to shelves this year. Nestlé confirmed the decision, ending the UK-wide rollout of the eco-friendly cardboard packaging, which had been trialled as a more sustainable alternative to the traditional
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'Iran threat' puts Suffolk airbases’ mystery drone activity back in focus
As fears grow over possible Iranian-linked threats to British and American military sites, Suffolk is no stranger to concerns about hostile drone activity. The county found itself at the centre of an international security story in late 2024 when
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Vodafone axed another 3,000 jobs amid cost-cutting overhaul
Vodafone has cut 3,000 roles across its UK and European division in the first half of the year. The company did not say how many of the jobs were lost in the UK, where it is headquartered. Vodafone said it removed 200 million euros (£165.4
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UK petrol prices fall as AA predicts further drops possible
Petrol prices have fallen by 5p a litre across the UK, with further cuts possible, the AA says. The motoring organisation said the average pump price had dropped from 174.7p a litre on October 5 to 169.7p in its latest statement, which was not
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Award-winning author Helen Parry inspires Ipswich pupils to write their own stories
Children at two Ipswich primary schools will remember, remember the fifth of November as the day their imaginations were sparked by a visit from an award-winning author. On a date known for lighting bonfires and setting off fireworks, the Born
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Uncertainty as Poundland yet to secure deal as £50m frozen and stock runs short
Poundland’s four remaining Suffolk stores face further uncertainty as the retailer’s owners prepare to face MPs amid last-minute efforts to secure its future. The discount chain, which has branches in Ipswich, Felixstowe, Sudbury and Bury St Edmunds
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Fake police officers con elderly Suffolk couple out of £10,000
Fraudsters posing as police officers have conned an elderly couple out of £10,000. The money, taken in foreign currency, was collected by criminals posing as police officers in one of four incidents reported to Suffolk Police in 24 hours. Lauren
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Heavy traffic at rush hour following crash on A12
Heavy delays were reported on the A12 at rush hour following a crash. Essex police were called just after 7.10am on Tuesday following reports of the incident on the trunk road near Stratford St Mary. No injuries were reported, a spokesman for
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Recap as Suffolk airbase evacuated after reported Iran threat
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Latest plans for £6.46m transformation of key A140 junction at Suffolk Village
Big plans are in the pipeline for a £6.46m overhaul of a key A140 junction, and this is the latest on when the scheme could take shape. Suffolk County Council said the scheme remains at Outline Business Case stage, following the cabinet decision
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US evacuates aircraft from RAF Mildenhall after 'threat from Iran’
The US has evacuated its aircraft from a Suffolk RAF base after a reported threat from Iran. Two American refuelling tankers stationed at RAF Mildenhall have been diverted to Germany on Monday, November 9. Other aircraft at the base have also
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Car wash plan for derelict former doctors’ surgery site rejected
Plans to bring a decade-long derelict site back into use as a self-service car wash have been rejected. The application was for self-service jet washers, parking, and associated development on the former Central Surgery site at 201 Hamilton Road
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Midwife removed from register after concerns over competence and patient dignity
A midwife has been removed from the nursing register after allegations about her competence and treatment of patients were referred for investigation. The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) received a referral concerning Simone Johnson’s fitness
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Stephen Mulhern entertains 200 guests at Ipswich charity ball for EACH
More than 200 property and construction professionals gathered in Ipswich for an evening of entertainment, celebration and fundraising. The East Anglian Property & Construction Ball was held at Milsoms Kesgrave Hall on Thursday, October 22.
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Victims reveal decades of trauma after double killer sentenced
Victims of serial offender Allan Grimson have spoken of the lasting impact of his abuse after he was sentenced for a series of sexual offences spanning more than a decade. Former Royal Navy petty officer Grimson, from Hollesley, was sentenced 22
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Former discount warehouse to make way for construction training expansion
A former warehouse site is set to pave the way for an expansion of construction training after its sale was approved. West Suffolk Council’s Cabinet has approved the recommended sale of the former discount warehouse Superstore site on Anglian Lane
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'People should feel safe at home' - Suffolk town left in shock after attempted murder
A Suffolk town has been left in shock after two people in their 60s were seriously injured in an incident at their home. Two people have now been charged with attempted murder and aggravated burglary following the incident on New Cheveley Road,
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Villagers fear foreign attack and fire over Suffolk battery storage hub
Villagers fear a key battery storage hub could be at risk of attack from a foreign power and a fire hazard. Parish councils in the Bramford area are also concerned that the provision of batteries close to Bramford substation created a fire risk
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Garden waste among charges Suffolk locals could soon pay more for
Suffolk residents are set to face higher garden waste charges as the council seeks more than £6m from fees next year. Mid Suffolk District Council could raise £6.097 million from fees and charges in 2027/28, including garden waste collections.
