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Ambulance delay of over eight hours 'directly contributed to Suffolk man's death'

An ambulance service has been criticised by a coroner for an eight-and-a-half hour delay that meant a Suffolk man was not given treatment that could have saved his life. Nigel Parsley, senior coroner for Suffolk, said the lengthy wait had 'directly

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Road blocked after multi-vehicle crash at crossroads

A road in west Suffolk was blocked after a multi-vehicle crash.  Officers were called to the collision on the A1065 at Eriswell, near to the crossroads of the B1112, at about 5.30pm on Thursday. Drivers were advised to avoid the area. Police

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Window smashed and vehicle damaged in road rage incident

Police are appealing for witnesses following a report of a road rage incident in which a vehicle was damaged.  The incident happened at about 9.40am on Wednesday in Sturmer, near Haverhill. A blue Toyota Aygo was being driven along the A1017

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Work underway at town centre shop ahead of Waterstones opening

Work is underway at a new Waterstones book shop which will open in a Suffolk town later this month.  Plans for branch in the former M&Co in North Street, Sudbury, were first submitted in October and signs appeared at the end of the month advertising

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Suffolk farm club folds due to 'creeping age' of members as it celebrates 80th year

An ancient agricultural club started in a Suffolk village during the Second World War has folded after its members became too old to continue. Bures Agricultural Club has hung up its pitchfork after 80 years. Members gathered at Assington Farm

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House fire breaks out in Suffolk village

A house fire broke out in a mid Suffolk village.  Firefighters were called to the blaze in Steggall Road in Haughley, near Stowmarket, at about 3pm on Thursday.  A spokesman for Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service said the blaze was in the upstairs

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'A challenge we've got to really embrace' - McKenna on testing 10-game block

Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna says everyone associated with the club has to fully embrace a tough set of fixtures that will come thick and fast. The newly-promoted Blues went into the third international break of the season sitting second

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Burns and Williams available for selection at West Brom

Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna says he has no fresh injury concerns ahead of Saturday's trip to West Brom. Winger Wes Burns and full-back Brandon Williams both missed games due to a shoulder injury and illness respectively, while Cameron Burgess

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Manhunt launched to find wanted 35-year-old

A manhunt has been launched to find a 35-year-old wanted in connection with assault and theft offences.  Police have launched an appeal to find Joseph Arundel from Bury St Edmunds.  He is wanted in connection with assault, theft and motoring

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'A real danger' - Sex offender jailed after 'friendship' with 13-year-old boy

A man has been jailed for seven years after breaching a sexual harm prevention order (SHPO) and striking up a "friendship" with a 13-year-old boy. Luke Tucker, 23, was convicted of a sexual offence in October 2022 and given an SHPO in February

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Three flood alerts issued for Suffolk coast and rivers

The Environment Agency is advising those living in Suffolk to be prepared as three flood alerts have been issued along the coast and for rivers.  The first warning is for the Felixstowe including the Orwell and Stour estuaries with warnings that

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Watch: Alex and Stu on Kieran McKenna's pre-West Brom press conference

Stuart Watson and Alex Jones discuss the key talking points from Kieran McKenna's press conference ahead of Town's trip to West Brom this weekend. The duo were in attendance at Playford Road as the Blues boss spoke to the media, providing injury

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Suffolk sugar beet growers face wait as British Sugar and NFU resume talks

British Sugar has temporarily paused contracting and seed ordering for the 2024/25 beet contract as price talks resume. Talks stalled earlier this year after failing to reach agreement for next year's crop.  British Sugar was heavily criticised

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Former Town defender joins League One club

Former Town full-back Josh Emmanuel has a new club, signing for League One side Carlisle United on a deal until the end of the season. He has been without a club since leaving League Two side Grimsby Town in the summer and now joins the Cumbrians

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Press conference recap - McKenna previews Town's trip to West Brom

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Two injured after car overturned in crash on A14

Two people have been taken to hospital after a car overturned during a crash on the A14.  Emergency services were called to the crash in the eastbound carriageway near Coddenham at about 12.30am on Thursday.  A spokeswoman for Suffolk police

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Barbers returning to Suffolk town after sudden summer closure

A barber shop is returning to a Suffolk town after an unplanned closure in summer.  Oli Norman first opened On Point Barbers in Elmswell in 2020 when he was just 18 years old before expanding with a second store in Long Melford. He teamed up

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'Best salon in Suffolk' celebrates multiple wins in national industry awards

A hair salon crowned the best in Suffolk has been left delighted by the multiple wins in this year's industry awards.  Lipstick and Locks in Sudbury opened in 2019 and has won many accolades in the Salon Awards for 2023. This year this business

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More tickets released for Christmas fair after huge demand

Additional tickets have been released for a Christmas fair with more than 120 stalls in Suffolk after huge demand.  The Suffolk County Christmas Fair is due to take place in grounds of Hintlesham Hall near Ipswich this weekend. Stalls will

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Suffolk pub announces temporarily closure after 'major gas issue'

The owners of a Suffolk pub have announced their business is temporarily closed following a "major gas issue".  Martin and Claire, who run The Gardener's Arms in Tostock, near Bury St Edmunds, posted on social media to confirm the pub is currently

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Manly scores his first goal while Ward bags an assist in win

Ross Halls looks at how Ipswich Town's loan players got on for their clubs in midweek... IDRIS EL MIZOUNI The Tunisian midfielder played the full 90 minutes for Leyton Orient as they were beaten 1-0 in their replayed match against Lincoln City

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Residents warned over chimney fires as winter cold draws in

A Suffolk chimney sweep and the county's fire and rescue service have urged residents to have their flues swept regularly as the winter cold draws in.  There are many hundreds of properties in Suffolk which have solid-fuel stoves but, according

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Rural business park allowed at appeal despite concerns over harm

A rural business park has been given the green light by planning inspectors following an appeal.  On July 18, 2022, Babergh District Council refused planning permission for employment land at Cobbolds Farm, Ipswich Road, on the outskirts of Hadleigh

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All the key Suffolk roads closed for repairs TODAY

Several Suffolk roads will be closing for the day after Suffolk Highways announced a series of emergency work across the county.  Drivers will face a series of diversions on Thursday as potholes, roads and gully issues are set to be fixed between

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Driver injured after crash near A14 roadworks

A driver was injured after a two-vehicle crash near to the A14 roadworks.  Officers were called to the collision in Woolpit, near Bury St Edmunds, at about 8.50am on Thursday.  The crash involved a Ford Ranger pick-up truck and a Ford Transit

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13 arrested and 1,200 knives seized in Suffolk in crackdown

Thirteen people were arrested and 1,200 knives were seized as part of a crackdown on knife crime in Suffolk.  From Monday, November 13, Suffolk police took part in week-long national campaign called Operation Sceptre, which aims to prevent and

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Who's going to finish in the top two? Here's what the bookies think...

The odds on Ipswich Town winning automatic promotion back to the Premier League have been dramatically slashed. According to Oddschecker, the battle for the top two is a three-horse race. Leaders Leicester City are still favourites with odds

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Village without water after main pipe bursts

A north Suffolk village has been left without water after a main burst this morning.  Anglian Water has warned people in Lakenheath that they may experience very low water pressure or have no water at all.  Teams were called to the village

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Grade II listed cottage on the market in Little Saxham for £800k

A cottage in Little Saxham with four bedrooms has come on the market for a guide price of £800,000. Known as The Old School House, the property dates to the 18th century and was owned by Ickworth Estate. It is now a stunning period home that is

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Tudor home with character and heated swimming pool up for sale for over £1m

A Grade II listed Tudor home in a Suffolk parish with almost 2 acres of land is on the market for over £1.3 million.  The 'substantial' home has five bedrooms, four ground floor reception rooms and has character throughout.  A spacious entrance

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Man remains in serious condition after crash that closed A14 in both directions

A man remains in a serious condition after a two-vehicle crash which closed the A14 in both directions.  Emergency services, including two air ambulances, were called to the eastbound carriageway at about 6.45am on Monday.  The A14 was closed

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Missing 25-year-old man last seen in Ipswich found, police confirm

A 25-year-old man who was reported missing from a Suffolk village has been found, police have confirmed.  Noel Porter, from Rendlesham, was last seen in Ipswich town centre on Tuesday at about 5.40pm.  An appeal was launched to help find Mr

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Autumn Statement: Suffolk pylon campaigners slam 'Pounds for Pylons bribe'

Campaigners fighting plans to route pylons across 112 miles of the Suffolk and Essex countryside have slammed Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's 'Pounds for Pylons' cash offer. In his autumn statement, Mr Hunt announced the Government would be offering households

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Disabled woman compensated for £1,000 motorhome 'scam'

A disabled Ipswich woman left ‘devastated’ after being scammed out of £1,000 by a suspected fake advert for a motorhome has been recompensed by her bank. Caroline Oliver, 61, said the money was the savings she shared with her husband and that she

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A match made in heaven - How Town have helped Leif Davis reach the next level

Leif Davis has stood out as one of the best players in the Championship so far this season. Alex Jones looks at how Ipswich Town have helped the left-back reach new heights at Portman Road.... Ipswich Town fans believe that Leif Davis is on his

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OPINION: Stowmarket M&S should set alarm bells ringing in Suffolk towns

The news that Marks and Spencer is hoping to open a new large Simply Food store in Stowmarket has got a lot of shoppers in Mid Suffolk excited. But it has also set alarm bells ringing among businesses in Ipswich town centre - and could also have

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Blocked drains had nothing to do with Framlingham floods, county council insists

The floods that caused devastation in communities across Suffolk were caused by a one in 200-year weather event - and were not caused by blocked drains. That was the message from Suffolk County Council engineers assessing the work to clear up after