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Rumours of new romance for Andrew after woman spotted visiting Sandringham home
Rumours of a new romance involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor are circulating after a woman was seen visiting his Sandringham farmhouse. The former Duke of York reportedly has a new girlfriend, who is the sister of life peer Lord Bellingham and
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Hit Suffolk classic car show to end after outgrowing available venues
A popular Suffolk classic car show which has raised more than £70,000 for charity is coming to an end after organisers said it had outgrown its available venues. Classics-glemham at Woolverstone has announced it will not return following its successful
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Time Team trailer hints at possible boat discovery in Suffolk
The date has been confirmed for the return of Time Team's archaeological series exploring the secrets of Sutton Hoo. The first episode of the second season will premiere on YouTube on Saturday, November 14, while Patreon members will be able to
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Ipswich Town steps in to help save future of rare Suffolk Punch
Ipswich Town has offered its support to a struggling Suffolk charity working to protect one of Britain's rarest horse breeds after its historic home was put up for sale. The Suffolk Punch Trust has been dedicated to the preservation and promotion
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Retail giant returns 14 years after liquidation
A high street retail giant has made a comeback 14 years after its collapse, returning as an online electrical marketplace. The former high street staple, Comet, which once operated stores in Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, and Lowestoft, is now relaunching
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Search for woman wanted in connection with cardigan theft
Police are looking for a woman in connection with the theft of a cardigan from an independent shop. Officer have released a picture of a woman after a cardigan was stolen from clothing store, Sunrise, in the centre of Bury St Edmunds. The theft
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Full steam ahead: Rail progress powers Sizewell C construction
Find out more about how the nuclear power project is using trains to cut emissions, scale-up production, and reduce HGV movements. Sizewell C has reached a series of major rail milestones, marking a transformational shift in how materials are transported
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Missing man with Suffolk links found
Police were searching for a missing 46-year-old man with links to a Suffolk town but he has since been found. Richard Moore was missing from the Clacton area in Essex and was believed to be driving his Ford Ranger. He also has connections to
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Suffolk bakery named among best set to open second shop in town
An award-winning Suffolk bakery is set to open a new shop in the heart of Framlingham as it continues to expand across the county. ACRE Farm + Bakery has announced plans to take over a unit at 10a Market Hill, where it will team up with wine business
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Christmas market packed with independent traders and treats returns this month
Antiques, vintage finds and locally made gifts will fill Abbey Hall when its Christmas fair returns later this month. The fair, which runs on Friday, November 27, from 1pm to 9pm and Saturday, November 28, from 10am to 5pm, will feature a variety
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It’s nearly here! Christmas magic returns to Hintlesham Hall
It is nearly time to return to Hintlesham Hall, where the Suffolk County Christmas Fair will soon bring festive shopping, seasonal flavours and Christmas entertainment to the grounds of this beautiful historic venue. With just two weeks to go until
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New competition-standard pétanque piste opens at village pub near nature reserve
A new pétanque piste has opened at the Eel's Foot Inn in Eastbridge. Sizewell C and its contractors turned unused pub land into a competition-standard venue for regional, national and international events. Pub landlord Spencer Thomas said:
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Plans revived for 13 homes at historic Suffolk quarry
Revised plans have been lodged for 13 homes on the site of a historic chalk quarry in Sudbury, just months after an earlier scheme was rejected. Henry Developments Ltd wants to build the homes off Middleton Road, in Ballingdon, on the site of a
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'Bit of a shock to people' - Witches sign GB star Bewley in massive move
Ipswich Witches have completed one of the biggest signings in recent Premiership history as Great Britain icon Dan Bewley heads to Foxhall for 2027. The double FIM Speedway of Nations world champion and 2025 Speedway GP bronze medallist, winner
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Suffolk nature reserve faces key vote over future protection
A Suffolk village could soon gain formal recognition for its new nature reserve, helping to support local biodiversity. Babergh District Council’s cabinet will vote on designating the existing Capel St Mary nature reserve as a Local Nature Reserve
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Shopping centre put up for sale in move set to shape town centre's future
A shopping centre has been put up for sale in a move that could shape the future of Sudbury’s town centre. Borehamgate Shopping Centre, King Street, Sudbury, was purchased by Babergh District Council in August 2016 for between £3.5 million and
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Award-winning café up for sale as owners look to retire
An award-winning Suffolk café which has been named among the best in the world has been put up for sale. Oranges & Lemons, in Rectory Hill, East Bergholt, is looking for new owners after the family behind the business announced plans to retire
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Reopening date revealed for much-loved village pub seven months after shock closure
The reopening date has been revealed for a much-loved village pub that suddenly closed earlier this year. The Mariners Freehouse in Trimley St Mary will welcome customers back on Thursday, November 12 at 5pm. The reopening comes seven months
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7 Christmas light switch-ons to see across Suffolk this year
Christmas is fast approaching and towns across Suffolk are preparing to illuminate their streets for the festive season. Christmas lights events will be taking place throughout November, with celebrations featuring everything from festive markets
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Two charged with attempted murder after violent home attack
A man and a woman in their 60s were seriously injured during a violent incident at a home. Police were called to New Cheveley Road, in Newmarket, at 9.34pm on Thursday, November 5, where they found the injured pair inside the property. Both
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DWP issues urgent Universal Credit warning to pensioners who receive this letter
State Pensioners who receive a letter from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) telling them to move to Universal Credit are being urged to pay close attention to the deadline – or risk losing their financial support. The DWP has updated
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Is Lloyds down? Thousands report issues with app as bank works to fix problem
Thousands of Lloyds Bank users are experiencing problems with online banking. More than 4,200 issues were reported on Downdetector as of 9.20am on Monday, November 9, with 72 per cent of complaints related to the Lloyds Bank app. One user said
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Yellow fog warning issued for Suffolk as visibility could fall below 100 metres
A yellow weather warning for fog has been issued, with the potential to disrupt travel across Suffolk. The Met Office alert covers the East of England and is in place from 6pm on Monday, November 9, until 10am on Tuesday, November 10. Fog is
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I drove 23 miles to try town's sold out doughnuts inspired by viral sensation
Driving 23 miles down the A14 in pursuit of a doughnut might sound excessive, but these were not just any doughnuts. Lottie's, on Angel Hill in Bury St Edmunds, recently launched its new range of stuffed doughnuts inspired by the viral creations
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Scale of bin delay branded 'completely unacceptable' as apology issued
An MP has branded waits for food waste collections “completely unacceptable” after a review revealed 28,500 East Suffolk residents went at least three weeks without a collection. It comes as East Suffolk Council will scrutinise its trouble introduction
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Parking charge scrapped in bid to bring coach trips back to picturesque village
Businesses in one of Suffolk’s prettiest villages are hoping for a big boost as a £10 charge blamed for driving coachloads of visitors elsewhere is scrapped. Coaches will be able to park for free in Lavenham from November 10 under a 12-month trial
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Village which tops Suffolk's speed figures split over scale of problem
A surge in speeding offences has divided the Suffolk village which saw the highest number of reports in just one month. Barton Mills recorded 761 offences in September alone, accounting for around one in six of the 4,646 offences recorded across
