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young reporter . The friendliest place in suffolk. Erin Heffernanan Thomas Mills HS
The Kettleburgh Chequers has been here for years, but has it ever been this amazing? As the Kettleburgh Chequers meets new owners and gets a new look the pub has completely transformed into a cosy, friendly and homely space. A
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Young Reporter Teacher Sets Out To Make A Difference Scarlett Wheeler TMHS
In rural Framlingham, a teacher has begun a scheme with the intention of helping the local community ecologically. “I think for me it’s about creating agency, making people believe they can make a difference,” said the teacher, Lisha Ewing
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TV show hosted by Rick Stein set to feature seaside restaurant
One of the UK's most-loved TV chefs is set to feature a Suffolk business in his upcoming BBC Two show this month. Rick Stein's Food Stories is set to air on our TV screens on Monday, February 12. The new 15-part BBC series follows Stein as
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Mediterranean restaurant and cocktail bar announces sudden closure
A cocktail bar and restaurant has announced a sudden closure due to rising costs. Anatolia opened in Haverhill in September 2022 and offered a wide range of Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant has announced it will be closing from Tuesday
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Driver not guilty of concealing £8m worth of cocaine in his lorry
A man who was arrested after cocaine with an estimated street value of £8million was found in a lorry container has been found not guilty. Lorry driver Vitali Macari, 49, of Iasi, Romania, had been on trial at Ipswich Crown Court. He had been
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Cordon in place as van full of empty explosive gas bottles 'well alight'
A van full of explosive gas cylinders was on fire at a Suffolk industrial park. Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service were called at around 2.35pm on Tuesday to reports of a flatbed van that had caught fire. The van was full of empty propane bottles
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Three-week wait for Saturday night dining at hit new restaurant
Suffolk's newest Pan-Asian restaurant has hit the ground running since opening at the start of 2024. Joseph and Louis James opened Big Bro Bao at Beach Street in Felixstowe on Thursday, January 18. The restaurant specialises in Bao buns, bubble
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Star-Spangled Blue: The reasons why we're struggling - and why we'll turn it around
American expat, PR professional and Ipswich Town fan James Wall shares his thoughts on the Blues from across the pond.... After a month of disappointing results, starting with that tepid draw against Norwich at home, I'm really starting to question
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Suffolk restaurant 'absolutely delighted' to retain Michelin star
Suffolk's only Michelin-starred restaurant has celebrated after retaining its impressive award for the fourth year in a row. Pea Porridge in Bury St Edmunds was first awarded its Michelin star in 2021 and has held onto it for several years, retaining
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Will Suffolk county cabinet shake-up be good for SEND children?
Suffolk County Council's cabinet has been reshuffled by beleaguered boss Matthew Hicks following last week's damning report into special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The report prompted the resignation of cabinet member for education
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Boss of Suffolk blinds maker predicts another high-performing year for business
A Suffolk manufacturer is geared for further growth this year - after seeing sales soar from the pandemic onwards. Caribbean Blinds of Sudbury is predicting its best year yet after ending 2023 on a high with the launch of its Dream Gardens showcase
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Tributes to 'well-liked' 17-year-old who died in late-night crash
Tributes have been paid to a 17-year-old boy who died in a crash near a Suffolk town. Emergency services were called to the crash, involving a Ford Fiesta, in Sudbury Road, between Sudbury and Bulmer, at about 11.15pm on Saturday. The driver
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Views invited on upgrade to Suffolk play areas with some facilities to be removed
Residents of a Suffolk district are being invited to give their views on improvements planned for children's play areas. East Suffolk Council would like to hear from 'as many people as possible' about how they use the council's 60 play areas and
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Criminologist says higher sentences for sex offences making impact in Suffolk
New data could indicate that sexual crimes are being treated more seriously in Suffolk, a criminology lecturer and activist has said. Information released from the government shows the number of registered sex offenders living in each county, and
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Strong winds of nearly 45mph set to batter Suffolk today
Suffolk is braced for further strong winds as the county is set to be battered in the early afternoon of Tuesday. Lots of the UK has been issued weather warnings for snow and ice as a cold front covers the country on Tuesday. While Suffolk
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Property in Halesworth with colourful kitchen for sale for £850k guide
A detached property with a colourful kitchen in Halesworth is up for sale at a guide price of £850,000. The large house set in about an acre of grounds has three bedrooms, with a further two bedrooms in an annexe, so there’s plenty of room for
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Pictures show bus heavily damaged by fire
A coach has been left heavily damaged after it caught fire in an east Suffolk town. Firefighters were called to the blaze in Leiston at about 10am on Tuesday. Pictures following the incident show the coach has been left scorched by the flames
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Former Wilko could become B&M as licencing application submitted
A former Wilko store in a Suffolk town could become a B&M as a licencing application has been submitted to a council. Mildenhall Wilko closed on Monday, September 25, after a last ditch attempt to save the company failed. Now, a premises
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Suffolk cancer charity sends message to King and urges more of us to get checked
The chief executive of Cancer Support Suffolk, Mark Murphy, has sent a get well message to The King after the news that he is being treated for the condition. Mr Murphy, who was awarded the MBE for his contribution to local radio in Suffolk in
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40 today! A look back at Darren Bent's time at Ipswich Town
Former Town forward Darren Bent turns 40 today. Ross Halls looks back at his time at Portman Road. Bent came through the Town academy at the age of 14, having been spotted playing for Godmanchester Rovers, and was part of the Blues FA Youth
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Warnings against scam as caller claims to be from council
There is a warning to be vigilant after a Suffolk homeowner received a call from a scammer claiming to be from the council. Suffolk Trading Standards said the caller advised the homeowner could have adaptations made to their home once a fee was
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Suspected drug driver arrested in supermarket car park
A driver has been arrested in a Tesco car park after class A drugs were allegedly found in their car. Officers stopped the vehicle in Springlands Way, in Sudbury, on Sunday. A spokesman for Suffolk police said class A drugs and cash were allegedly
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Former Town defender makes move to Australian club
Former Town defender Tommy Smith has signed for Australian side Macarthur FC after leaving League Two outfit MK Dons. The Bulls currently sit fourth in the A-League, with the signing described as 'pivotal' as they seek to mount a challenge for
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Suffolk law firm goes for growth as it celebrates move into Ipswich area
A law firm has celebrated its expansion into Ipswich with a networking event for local businesses and professionals. Fairweather Law moved into offices at 14 Museum Street in 2022 - enabling it to expand its business further across the region.
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Young Reporter: The Enthralling Adventure of Suffolk’s Living Vikings M Millard TMHS
Could you spend Your days living like a Viking? Well, for 56-year-old Anne-Marie Vognsen, it’s a real possibility. Tucked away in a sunny little corner of East Suffolk, Vognsen has spent the last 5 years learning and living as a part-time
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5 businesses opening in Suffolk in February
From a luxury cinema experience to a restaurant serving authentic Greek food, here are five businesses opening in Suffolk this month. 1. Everyman Where: Arc Shopping Centre, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3DG Everyman cinema will open inside
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'Brilliant' seaside restaurant listed in The Times as one of UK's best places to eat
A Suffolk seaside restaurant with rooms has been named on a prestigious list of the best eateries in the UK. Oisin Rogers is someone that restauranteurs and chefs want to impress. In 2019, he released his list of the 20 best places to eat in London
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Pub searching for new owners as business put on the market for £350k
A pub located in the heart of a north Suffolk village is searching for new owners as it has been put on the market. The De La Pole Arms is located opposite St Andrew's Church in Wingfield and is about seven miles from Eye and 10 miles from Halesworth
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New deli sandwich van making waves on the Suffolk market scene
A new food van serving deli sandwiches has been making its way around markets in Suffolk and north Essex since launching last month. Dave Westgarth launched his new business The Rolling Deli on Thursday, January 11. The food vendor specialises
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New sensory room building delivered to Suffolk school
A new modular building is going to be installed to provide a sensory room at a Suffolk school set up to help children access education. Compass Community School in Crown Street, Leiston, has taken delivery of the new building to provide a space
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Fire crews tackle bus fire in town high street
Fire crews were tackling a coach fire in an east Suffolk town high street earlier today. Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service was called to the blaze in Aldeburgh Road, Leiston, just after 10am on Tuesday. The coach has been left heavily damaged
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Suffolk woman to feature on new Amazon Prime reality show
A 25-year-old car saleswoman from Suffolk is set to feature in a new Amazon Prime Video reality show. Hosted by Rylan Clark, Hot Mess Summer will see eight people head to the Greek island of Zante expecting to enjoy its party lifestyle. However
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'It has meant a lot': Owner of much-loved toy shop announces closure
The owner of a much-loved toy shop has announced it will close down at the end of the month. Nigel Kemp has run Halesworth Toy Shop since 1995 but said his decision to close his store is so that he can focus on its sister site in Beccles.
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Thousands of people in Suffolk to get £299 cost of living payment
Thousands of people are set to receive almost £300 to help with the cost of living from today. Low income households in Suffolk will start to receive a £299 payment from the Department for Work and Pensions from today until Thursday, February
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Young Blues exit Premier League Cup against Crystal Palace
Ipswich Town U21s were knocked out of the Premier League Cup after losing 1-0 to Crystal Palace in their final group game at Needham Market’s Bloomfields last night. Luke Plange scored the only goal of the game in the 55th minute when the forward
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Dedicated new boss 'thrilled' as he takes over the reins at Suffolk PR company
A Suffolk-based marketing agency has promoted one of its own to managing director. Tim Miller has risen through the ranks at PLMR Genesis in Ipswich after moving back to the area in 2013 and joining the company. PLMR acquired Genesis PR from
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Suffolk nature reserve named among best places to see wildlife in UK
An east Suffolk nature reserve has been named one of the best places in the UK to spot marine wildlife. According to The Times, Hazlewood Marshes, near Aldeburgh, is one of the best places in the UK for wildlife lovers. In the area you are
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Plans to turn village pub into home receive almost 250 objections
Plans to turn a village pub into a home has received hundreds of objections. A proposal has been submitted to East Suffolk Council to change the use of the Queen pub in The Street, Brandeston. The pub has remained shut since November 2022,
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Road blocked by fallen tree in village reopens
A road was closed and there were delays in a village near Ipswich due to a fallen tree. Police were called to the incident, on the A1071 in Hintlesham, at about 6.10am on Tuesday. A tree was blocking the road near to The George pub.
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Suffolk restaurant retains Michelin star
Suffolk's only Michelin star restaurant has retained its prestigious accolade. Pea Porridge, in Bury St Edmunds, continues to be named one of the best restaurants in the world after it was recognised in the 2024 Michelin Guide. The guide
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Boy, 17, named after fatal crash near Suffolk town
A 17-year-old boy who died in a crash near a Suffolk town has been named. Emergency services were called to the collision, involving a Ford Fiesta, in Sudbury Road, between Sudbury and Bulmer, at about 11.15pm on Saturday. The driver, a 17
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'A huge loss' – Tributes to football legend 'Scrivey' after his death aged 75
Football in Suffolk has lost one of its giants, as we bid farewell to a man who played with Mick Mills and Colin Viljoen and refereed matches for almost 30 years. Few have given more to the beautiful game in our county than Maurice Scrivener, known
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How Town's Championship promotion rivals strengthened in the January transfer window
The January transfer window has been and gone. Ipswich Town have been busy, while their automatic promotion rivals have dipped into the market too. Alex Jones takes a look at how Leicester City, Southampton and Leeds United have strengthened in the
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Concern as boy, 17, and motorcyclist die in crashes outside Suffolk town
A community leader has said more must be done to reduce the likelihood of fatal crashes after two people were killed within the space of one day this weekend. Emergency services were first called to a serious crash involving a box van and a motorcycle