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Urgent appeal to raise funds for rescue dog with 'severe back deformity'
An urgent appeal has been launched to raise emergency funds for a rescued dog with a "severe back deformity". 11 month old crossbreed Herbert arrived at Martlesham Animal Centre last week after being rescued by RSPCA officers. The team at
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'They won't take their foot off the pedal' - Morrison and Chambers back Town to go up
Ipswich Town have been backed to seal promotion to the Premier League on Saturday by ex-skipper Luke Chambers and Sky Sports pundit Clinton Morrison. The Blues only need a point at home to effectively-relegated Huddersfield on Saturday (12.30pm
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Star of The Crown announced in line-up for arts festival
A star of Netflix show The Crown and ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office is to appear at the Sax Fest arts festival. Alex Jennings is known for his roles in The Crown and ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office. In the hit Netflix show he
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Suffolk tearoom seeks permission to sell alcohol to offer more variety to customers
A tea room in a Suffolk seaside town has applied for permission to sell alcohol on its premises as it seeks to offer more variety for its customers. Lotty's is seeking East Suffolk Council's approval to supply alcohol on and off its premises in
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People living in Suffolk win more than £1m in Premium Bonds prize draw
People living in Suffolk have won more than £1m in this month's Premium Bonds prize draw. Five people in the county won £50,000, nine residents won £25,000 and ten people won £10,000. Overall 355 people living in Suffolk won prize money with
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Hit comedy parody featuring beloved chick flicks coming to Suffolk
Following a sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe, a hit comedy show is touring the country including a date in Suffolk. Six Chick Flicks parodies some of the nation's favourite chick flicks in an hysterical, fast-paced show. Kerry Ipema and
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Husband and wife jailed after drone carrying drugs crash landed at Suffolk prison
A husband and wife duo who attempted to fly drugs into a Suffolk prison using a drone have been jailed. Sajad Hashimi and Zerka Maranay, of Compayne Gardens, Camden, London, have been jailed for a combined total of more than seven years for smuggling
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Country estate shop reopens after significant redevelopment
A shop inside of a beloved country estate that reopened for the summer season has undergone a significant refurbishment. Helmingham Hall Gardens reopened to the public for five days a week on Wednesday, May 1. Visitors to the estate will
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Restaurant at village pub to become five-bed B&B amid economic viability fears
A restaurant at a village pub that is 'no longer economically viable' will be transformed into a B&B with five bedrooms. A change of use for the restaurant part of The Swan Inn at Monks Eleigh has been granted permission by Babergh District
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Moore and Luongo reveal how Town will approach final game with promotion in sight
Ipswich Town stars Kieffer Moore and Massimo Luongo admitted last night's win at Coventry City was 'a relief' - and insisted nothing will change as they stand on the brink of promotion. The Blues' 2-1 win in the Midlands leaves them only needing
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Suffolk MP Dan Poulter 'crosses the floor' to join Labour before PMQs
Suffolk MP Dr Dan Poulter formally "crossed the floor" in the House of Commons on Wednesday as he took up his new seat directly behind Sir Keir Starmer on the Labour benches. The Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP shocked British politics on
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Mid Suffolk choir celebrates 100th singer with Elmswell performance
A Mid Suffolk choir has celebrated its 100th singer with a sell-out performance in Elmswell. The Song Circle choir, made up of women from seven Suffolk towns and villages, held a concert to mark the milestone on Sunday at the Church of St John
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Plans submitted for double-fronted mansion in Stonham Aspal
Plans have been submitted for a double-fronted, four-bedroom house in Stonham Aspal, near Stowmarket, complete with gym and games room. Under the planning application, submitted to Mid Suffolk District Council, the existing three-bedroom farmhouse
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Can you help name charity beer brewed for popular music festival?
A Long Melford brewery has developed a new one-off charity beer in support of a local music festival, and are asking residents for help with its name. Nethergate Brewery has teamed up with Penny Wilby, owner of the bestofSudbury marketing agency
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Family home in Thorpeness for sale at £1m guide
A home in the enchanting village of Thorpeness has come on the market for a guide price of £1m. The Turret House has been owned by the same family for over 60 years and has handsome rendered elevations, intricately carved pilasters and a turret
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Cyclist injured after crash closed road
A cyclist has been left seriously injured after a crash closed a town road this morning. Suffolk police were called to a collision involving a cyclist and car in High Street, Needham Market, shortly after 9.45am on Wednesday, May 1. The road
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Unexploded WW2 bomb found in Suffolk village
A controlled explosion has taken place in a Suffolk village after an unexploded Second World War bomb was found. Police were called to a field off Dairy Road in Semer, near Hadleigh, at about 3.35pm on Tuesday to reports that a metal cylinder
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Store with town's 'best-dressed windows' named among best in UK
An independent boutique shop in Suffolk has been named one of the best in the UK. Browsing for clothes remains one of the nation's favourite pastimes, especially when it comes to supporting local businesses. While Suffolk is fortunate to
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'Rubbish result' - Coventry boss on defeat against 'fantastic' Town
Coventry City boss Mark Robins praised Ipswich Town after his Sky Blues went down 2-1 to Kieran McKenna's men last night. Kieffer Moore gave the Blues an early lead, before Haji Wright levelled just after the hour for the home side, who are out
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Homes without electricity after power cut
A number of homes are without electricity after suffering a power cut. UK Power Networks has said that homes and businesses around Needham Market have been affected by the outage. A spokesman for UK Power Networks said: "We’re sorry for any
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Studio announces 'big secret' plans to relocate
A pottery studio and shop has shared a "big secret" - it's moving to new location. Claire Douglas opened Claire's House in Churchgate Street in November 2022. Speaking at the time, Mrs Douglas said: "I wanted to bring something more unique
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Temporary traffic lights installed on A12 due to burst water main
There are delays on the A12 due to a burst water main. Temporary traffic lights were installed on the carriageway in Marlesford, in east Suffolk, at about 9.50am on Wednesday. Suffolk Highways said the lights were put in place due to a burst
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Preschool revived after parents join up to form new committee
A preschool has been revived after parents and residents joined together to create a new committee, following its closure last autumn. Little Saplings Preschool in Lawshall, near Bury St Edmunds, closed its doors in October 2023, but reopened
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'Fitting and lasting tribute' paid as tree planted outside school for former teacher
A "fitting and lasting" tribute has been planted in memory of a former teacher who passed away in February. A memorial tree now stands outside the front of Sir Robert Hitcham's Primary School in Framlingham in memory of Zoe Harold, who worked at
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'Much adored' motorcyclist died on B1078 in Suffolk after swerving for unknown reason
A 'much adored family man' died when he came off his motorbike after swerving for an unknown reason while travelling along a Suffolk country road, an inquest heard. Chris Ward, who lived in Church Lane, Eyke, was riding his green Kawasaki on the
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Watch: 'Never in my wildest dreams!' - What Town fans were saying after Coventry win
Ipswich Town moved to the brink of the Premier League with a win at Coventry last night - here's what fans were saying after the game... Kieffer Moore and Cameron Burgess fired the Blues to a victory which means they only need a draw from their
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Watch: All the goals as Town move to brink of promotion with win at Coventry
Ipswich Town won 2-1 at Coventry City last night to move to the brink of promotion to the Premier League - watch video highlights here! Kieffer Moore gave the Blues an early lead, but Haji Wright levelled for the hosts just after the hour mark.
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Cattle welcomed back to common land in triennial event
A triennial ceremony with ancient history will celebrate the arrival of the cattle on Sudbury's meadows. The mayor of Sudbury will inspect the grass at Freemen's Great Common in the Sudbury Commons Land Charity's Turning On ceremony - a ritual
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5 cats in need of a forever home in Suffolk
A tabby cat that's been brought into care due to an allergy and a dark-haired cat who's owner sadly passed away are among the adorable felines looking for a home in Suffolk at the moment. Bella RSPCA's Suffolk Central Branch said: "Bella
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'Keep your pet elephants inside': Emu and deer saved by firefighters
It was an usual morning of rescues for one town's fire crew after being called to rescue an emu and a deer. Hadleigh Fire Station was alerted to the incidents in Tinkers Lane and Stonehouse Road in the town on Wednesday morning A spokesman
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Main road through village to be closed TODAY
The main road through a Suffolk village will be closed today. Drivers are being warned of a 14-mile diversion route while Bures Road in Assington is closed on Wednesday. Suffolk Highways is carrying out urgent works to clear drains after
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Driver taken to hospital after crash on major road outside town
A driver was taken to hospital after a crash involving a car and a van on a major road. The A131 was shut in Bulmer, on the outskirts of Sudbury, after a collision at about 7.40am on Wednesday. A driver was taken to hospital following the
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Man sentenced after disruption which saw A12 shut in both directions
A 55-year-old man has received a suspended sentence after causing five hours of disruption on the A12 last year. Emergency services were called to reports of concerns for a man on a bridge over the A12 between Stanway and Marks Tey, near Colchester
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Evidence from alleged victim's young daughter in Elmswell rape trial
Evidence was heard from the young daughter of a woman who has accused a Barham man of raping her. The evidence was given on Tuesday during the second day of the trial of John Hutton, of Old Rectory Close, Barham, who denies raping a woman following
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Mum believes son's rare brain disease was followed by doctors for genetic testing
A Suffolk mum believes newly-acquired documents show her son's condition, a rare brain disease, was followed throughout his life by doctors for genetic testing. June Bayley’s son Ben Mallia, who had the rare brain disease Dentatorubal-Pallidoluysian
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See inside 'one-of-a-kind' converted luxury Tube carriage in Suffolk
Take a peek inside this converted London Underground carriage which is available to stay in at a Suffolk retreat. Described as a one-of-a-kind-getaway, 'Mind the Gap' is set within the grounds of Apple Mount Treat in Thorpe Morieux, near Lavenham
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Mayor reassures 'town centre is safe' after two violent assaults
A community leader is reassuring members of the public that her town centre "is safe" after two violent assaults in a matter of months. The mayor of Sudbury has spoken out after two assaults in the town centre in recent months saw people requiring
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Man who went on hunger strike over planning dispute submits fresh application
A west Suffolk man who went on hunger strike over a council planning row has submitted a fresh application in a renewed bid to continue living in his home. Tony Edgar, of Pakenham, near Bury St Edmunds, has submitted a lawful development certificate
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Revealed: Thousands won in Suffolk by Postcode Lottery winners
Thousands of pounds was won by postcodes around Suffolk last month. The winners of the People's Postcode Lottery for April have been revealed. Three postcodes have won £1,000 per household as a result of last month's draw. The winning
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When will Suffolk Conservatives choose new candidate to replace Dr Dan Poulter?
The search for a replacement for Dr Dan Poulter as Conservative candidate for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich at the next election is expected to get underway within the next two weeks. And it is thought that up to 70 potential candidates could
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Daughter fights on for 'devastated' mum who will not see justice for blood scandal
The daughter of a contaminated blood victim devastated she would not live to see those responsible held accountable has spoken of their fight for justice. Susan Wakeling was infected with Hepatitis C after a blood transfusion at Ipswich Hospital
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OPINION: Time for change in our NHS, time for change in Suffolk: Why I joined Labour
In his regular column Dr Dan Poulter explains why he has switched from the Conservatives to Labour before stepping down as a Suffolk MP It is an absolute privilege to have represented Central Suffolk and North Ipswich for the past 14 years
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Five observations following 2-1 win at Coventry City
Ipswich Town won 2-1 at Coventry City last night. Stuart Watson reflects on the action. THE PERFECT START You don't know what you've got til it's gone. That's certainly been the case with Wes Burns. His direct running down up and down
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Veterinary team is organising walk for cancer research
A veterinary team is organising its second charity walk for cancer research, and encouraging community participation. On Sunday, May 12, The Wangford Vets team will take on their second fundraising walk for Cancer Research UK. Encouraging everyone
