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'My manager of the season' - McKenna praised by Norwich legend Sutton
Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna received praise from an unlikely source in the wake of yesterday's deflating derby day defeat. The Blues were flat in one of their biggest games of the season, succumbing 1-0 to old rivals Norwich City to extend
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'We want to finish the season strong' - Sheehan reacts to Town win over MK Dons
Ipswich Town Women's boss Joe Sheehan said he was pleased with his side's performance and how the Tractor Girls were able to see out the win over MK Dons at the AGL Arena this afternoon. Town defeated MK Dons with a goal from Town legend and all-time
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Roadworks to avoid across Suffolk this week
Roadworks are likely to cause disruption again for drivers across Suffolk again this week. Here are the roads to avoid around the county on your journey. Constitution Hill, Ipswich Constitution Hill in Ipswich will be shut between Monday
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Suffolk man disqualified from driving after speeding
A Suffolk man has been banned from driving for six months after repeated speeding offences. Gary Nicholas Patterson, 55, of Lime Walk in Acton, was caught driving at 28mph in a 20mph limit on the A41 Finchley Road in London. On top of the six
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Why 'Love and respect' is secret to long and happy marriage
A Suffolk couple say the secret to a long and happy marriage is "love and respect", as they mark their diamond wedding anniversary. Andy and Miriam Musgrove marked the special occasion at Glebe House Residential Care Home, in Hollesley, where Andy
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Four candidates want to be Suffolk's Police and Crime Commissioner next month
Four candidates have thrown their hats into the ring for the race to become Suffolk's Police and Crime Commissioner from next month. Conservative Tim Passmore was first elected to the position when it was created in 2012. He is seeking a fourth
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'Unbelievable' - Ex-Town midfielder guides Suffolk non-league club to historic title
Former Ipswich Town midfielder Kevin Horlock has guided Suffolk non-league side Needham Market to the Southern League Premier Central title. The 51-year-old led the Marketmen to automatic promotion following a 3-1 victory over Royston Town at
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A12 expected to be shut 'for some time' after crash
The A12 is expected to be closed "for some time" after a crash. Police were called to the two-vehicle collision in Farnham, at the junction of the A1094, at about 1.30pm on Sunday. A spokesman for Suffolk police said a closure was in place
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Town Women dominate as legend Thomas moves within one goal of 150 for the club
Ipswich Town Women won their first game back at the AGL Arena following their inspirational Portman Road fixture, beating MK Dons 1-0 in a dominant display, with top goalscorer Natasha Thomas' strike the difference. The first ten minutes of the
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Promoted! Marketmen make history as they reach National League North
Needham Market beat Royston Town 3-1 at Bloomfields in the Southern League Premier Central yesterday to secure promotion to National League North, and make history. There were unprecedented scenes at the final whistle as the Marketmen caused a
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Chris the rhea returns home after four-month journey around Suffolk
A rhea which has been on the run across Suffolk for four months has finally been reunited with his owner. The aptly named Chris first escaped from a farm in Diss in late November 2023, and has been spotted in various locations in mid Suffolk since
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Blues on loan: Hayes heading to Wembley and Gray makes penalty save
Ross Halls looks at how Ipswich Town's loan players got on for their clubs yesterday. GASSAN AHADME The forward played the full 90 minutes for Cambridge United as they were beaten 1-0 at Blackpool in League One. Ahadme came close to scoring
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Enjoy a taste of the local area at free indoor art and food market
An indoor festival focusing on art and food is coming to west Suffolk next weekend. In 2021 the non-profit community group Wavy Market was set up to put on makers markets in Bury St Edmunds. "The small but curated, chilled, creative markets
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Cafe opens inside former craft shop after major refurbishment
A new coffee shop has opened in a former craft centre following a major refurbishment. Originally a stable and hayloft for The King's Head Inn in Orford, the site was turned into Orford Craft Shop by Stuart Bacon in the 1960s who used it to sell
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Man, 74, died on holiday in Zimbabwe to see a leopard
A 74-year-old man fulfilled his dream of seeing a leopard in the days before he died, a Suffolk court heard. On Friday, the inquest into the death of Andrew Slater was brought to a close at Suffolk Coroners’ Court in Ipswich. Mr Slater died
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Red Arrows set to fly over Suffolk for King's birthday flypast
The King's Birthday Flypast, which includes the Red Arrows, could be visible over Suffolk again in 2024. A large formation of aircraft took to the skies in 2023 to celebrate King Charles' birthday. The display looks like it will start over
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First walking and talking group aimed at men to launch in Suffolk
A weekly event bringing men together is set to launch where they can walk and talk around Stowupland. Tom Huber, 44, who has worked in mental health since 2008, hopes the new Men Walking and Talking group will provide a safe space for men to get
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Serious crash shuts A12 for more than four hours overnight
Part of the A12 was shut for more than four hours overnight following a serious crash. The northbound carriageway was closed between junction 29 for Colchester and junction 30 at Stratford Mary, on the Suffolk border, at about 12.10am on Sunday
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We tried the new menu at The Red Lion in Martlesham and were blown away
Following the six-figure renovation at The Red Lion in Martlesham, I spent an evening with friends to have a look inside and check out the menu. The pub reopened a couple of weeks ago after it was closed for refurbishment for four weeks. We
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Six observations following 1-0 defeat at Norwich City
Ipswich Town lost 1-0 at Norwich City yesterday. Stuart Watson reflects on the action. FIRST HURDLE CLEARED Ipswich have conceded a fair few goals in the opening exchanges of matches this season, so when they got to the 20 minute mark
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Inquest hears of asbestos-related deaths of men from Ipswich and Witnesham
A man from Ipswich who died aged 77 was likely exposed to asbestos during his working life, an coroners' court has heard. On Friday, several inquest openings and conclusion readings were heard at Suffolk Coroners’ Court in Ipswich. An inquest
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Single storey extensions and tree alterations among Suffolk's planning applications
Permission has been sought for house alterations, tree works and changes in land use across Suffolk this week. The following plans have been submitted to to West Suffolk, Babergh, Mid Suffolk and East Suffolk councils for the week of April 1
