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Watch: Alex and Stu's video verdict on Town's 4-0 win at Millwall

Alex Jones and Stuart Watson give their video verdict after Ipswich Town returned to winning ways with a 4-0 victory against Millwall at The Den in the Championship. Nathan Broadhead opened the scoring before Wes Harding turned the ball into his

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'We were long due a night like that' - McKenna on 4-0 win at Millwall

Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna said his side were 'long due a night like that' following this evening's 4-0 win at Millwall. Goals from Nathan Broadhead and Kieffer Moore, sandwiched between a Wes Harding own goal, gave the Blues a three-goal

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8's and 9's all-round! AJ's player ratings from Town's comfortable win at Millwall

Ipswich Town returned to winning ways with their biggest victory of the season, downing Millwall 4-0 at The Den. Alex Jones provides his player ratings. Vaclav Hladky A few good saves but largely untroubled. Did well playing out from the back

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Town ease past Millwall at The Den to end winless run in style

Ipswich Town returned to winning ways by beating struggling Millwall 4-0 at The Den. The Blues struggled in the opening stages of the match but quickly turned things around. Nathan Broadhead opened the scoring before Wes Harding turned the ball

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Matchday Recap: How Town's 4-0 win at Millwall played out

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Ed Sheeran themed 'Castle on the Hill' guitar challenge helps mental health

An Ed Sheeran-themed guitar challenge based on the pop star's hit song 'Castle on the Hill' has raised more than £3,000 for a mental health charity in Suffolk. The challenge, called Castle Guitar Quest, was organised by Suffolk Mind and involved

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Every piece of litter is 'potential death trap' for wildlife, campaigner warns

A Suffolk campaigner has warned that littering out of laziness is a "potential death trap" for wildlife and small animals. Jason Alexander, founder of Rubbish Walks, has spoken of "heart-breaking" discoveries of wildlife - foxes, mice, and other

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'Our biggest project yet' - New farm shop announced for market town

A new farm shop is in the works in west Suffolk. Frank Summers and his mother Lucie have announced that they are bringing a new farm shop to Worlington, near Mildenhall, in April 2024. The development of Seed Farm Shop is currently underway

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Suffolk restaurant awarded by top guide for its 'exceptional quality'

A Suffolk restaurant has received an award for excellence.  La Maison Bleue in Churchgate Street in Bury St Edmunds has been left reeling after receiving a prestigious award.  Hardens is one of the UK's most highly-regarded restaurant guides

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Huge delays after HGV crash on A12

Part of the A12 were shut and with long delays following a crash involving a HGV. Emergency services were called to the collision on the southbound carriageway, near Colchester, on Wednesday afternoon.  A spokesman for National Highways said

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Suffolk glamping site plans to add petting farm and food and drink facilities

A Suffolk farm and campsite has plans to diversify and is hoping to open a number of extra facilities over the summer for guests and the public. The Pigs in Blankets campsite, based at Broadside Park Farm, near Southwold, provides glamping pods

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Suffolk Building Society expands busy town branch in response to rising member demand

Suffolk Building Society has underlined its commitment to face-to-face service by moving into new and larger premises in Sudbury. Chief executive Richard Norrington said unlike some other institutions the society - which has nine branches and one

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'Rare opportunity' to purchase former Gospel Hall

A former Gospel Hall in Suffolk is to be auctioned off in a "rare opportunity" for buyers. The hall in Kedington, near Haverhill, will go under the hammer next month with estate agents Cheffins.  It had been in use for more than 100 years until

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LOCALiQ UK crowned Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at Microsoft Partner Awards

Newsquest Media Group’s digital marketing agency LOCALiQ UK has been named Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at the Microsoft Partner Awards. The Microsoft awards recognise digital marketing partners who go above and beyond to uncover hidden opportunities

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Temporary traffic lights causing long queues in town centre

Drivers are experiencing delays following the installation of temporary traffic lights on a Sudbury road. Traffic has been struggling near the KFC on Northern Road since Tuesday when temporary lights were put in place near the roundabout. Drivers

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Traffic at standstill on A14 near roadworks

Traffic is at a standstill on a stretch of the A14.   Pictures show long queues of traffic in the roadworks near Stowmarket heading westbound towards Woolpit.  It is not yet known what is causing the delays.  The AA live map shows traffic

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'Something we're speaking about' - Clarke on Town's record of conceding early goals

Ipswich Town defender Harry Clarke has said that his side are working hard to address their record of conceding early goals. The Blues have fallen behind in each of their last five games, winning one, drawing two and losing two. While they’ve accumulated

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Two chefs from different traditions are behind the Blue Fig in Bury St Edmunds

They come from two very different culinary traditions - but when they met, they hit it off immediately. Classically-trained French chef Régis Crépy and Lamen Reddy - a pan-Asian restaurant entrepreneur from Fiji who grew up in the US - run neighbouring

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Man to appear in court charged with drunk and disorderly behaviour

A man has been charged in connection with drunk and disorderly behaviour in Bury St Edmunds. On Saturday morning, police officers arrested Matthew Longden, aged 44 and of Myrtlewood Road in Bury St Edmunds, on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly

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Car park closed following reports of man's body found by council worker

A police cordon is in place at a car park. Essex police confirmed that "concerns for the welfare of a man" were raised shortly after 8.30am on Wednesday. A cordon is in place at St John's Car Park in Colchester and the car park remains closed

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Restored cottage property near Ickworth for sale at £435k

A semi-detached property in a restored Victorian cottage in Horringer, near Bury St Edmunds, is on the market for a guide price of £435,000.  The property, a tranquil country retreat, is complemented by landscaped grounds and ponds and enjoys views

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Blues on loan: Baggott subbed after just 28 minutes, while Ladapo nets first goal

Ross Halls looks at how Ipswich Town's loan players got on for their clubs last night... FREDDIE LADAPO AND PANUTCHE CAMARA  The duo came on as 71st minute subs for Charlton as they drew 1-1 with Lincoln City at the Valley in League One. 

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'Farewell' - Martlesham pub owner announces closure with 'a heavy heart'

A pub owner has announced "with a heavy heart" that the venue is closing. Adrian Carr has announced to customers that the Black Tiles family pub and restaurant in Black Tiles Lane, Martlesham, will close and the company has ceased trading.

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Watch: 'Starting fast will be key' - Get expert insight on Millwall ahead of tonight

Ross Halls is joined by Millwall reporter Alex Grace to get the lowdown on the Lions ahead of their Championship clash with Ipswich Town at the Den tonight (8pm). Kieran McKenna's side are looking to get back to winning ways for the first time

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Two men detained on suspicion of entering the country illegally

Police have detained two men on suspicion of illegally entering the country.  Officers received reports from an industrial unit in Anglian Lane, Bury St Edmunds yesterday afternoon (February 13).  Police searched the area and two men were detained

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A11 reopens after four-vehicle crash

Part of the A11 was blocked in Suffolk after a four-vehicle crash.  Emergency services were called to the collision, on the northbound carriageway near Mildenhall, at about 9.25am on Wednesday.  Four vehicles were involved in the crash, a spokesman

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Suffolk landmark named among UK's top 10 most romantic ruins

One of Suffolk's most iconic landmarks has been named among the best in the UK.  Framlingham Castle in the heart of the Suffolk market town has been featured in Countryfile Magazine's list of the UK's top 10 most romantic ruins. The locations

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City watch: Questions raised as FTSE lags behind

Andrew Mann, from JM Finn, speaks about the current fall in the FTSE and UK stock market. It is possible that data this week will once again show UK inflation on the rise, possibly further delaying any cut in interest rates. The Bank of England

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Watch: Ladapo lashes in from long range to score cracking first goal for loan club

Ipswich Town striker Freddie Ladapo scored his first goal for loan club Charlton Athletic in spectacular fashion last night - watch it here.... The 31-year-old headed to the League One Addicks last month, and has failed to find the net in his first

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EADT Business Awards 2024: Meet the judge of Employer of the Year

The Employer of the Year category at the EADT Business Awards 2024 will go to an employer who has had an impact on employees and the workplace. Nina Metson, managing director from award sponsor Waddington Brown, tells us what she brings to the judging

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Council leaders warn of 'catastrophic effect' of budget cut including rough sleeping

A letter signed by the leaders or acting leaders of Suffolk's district and borough councils has called on the county council not to cut vital support for residents at risk of homelessness. The representatives of five authorities - East Suffolk

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Town's third cinema to open for the first time TODAY

A Suffolk town's third cinema will open for the first time today.  Everyman cinema is set to open inside the former Debenhams store in Bury St Edmunds' arc shopping centre.  The venue will have three cinema screens, made up of 228 seats, and

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Love letters penned by Second World War pilot stationed in Suffolk up for sale

A collection of more than 100 love letters penned by an American pilot stationed in Suffolk during the Second World War and sent to his new wife back in the States is up for sale this Valentine's Day.  J. Andrew Smith, Jr, a pilot from Goldsboro

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Dream come true for couple as they open new record shop in town

A new shop selling vinyl records from ABBA and AC/DC, to Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift, is set to open soon in a market town. Martin and Jenny Hay met when they were working at Compact Music in Sudbury and bonded over their love for music and

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Safety fears raised over new ambulances for region

A union chair has been left 'disappointed' as he said new vehicles introduced at the region's ambulance trust have been found to have a 'host of safety issues'. A dozen new Renault Master ambulances were introduced to the East of England Ambulance

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High school issued with 'termination warning' seeking new headteacher

A Suffolk high school that was issued with a "termination warning" after a recent Ofsted report is looking to appoint a new headteacher.  Stowmarket High School received the notice from the Department for Education after improvements were not made

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Valentine's Day clash gives Town a chance to rekindle form at struggling Millwall

Ipswich Town are back on the road this evening as they face off-form Millwall at The Den. Alex Jones previews the action. A whole year on Valentine’s Day brings positive thoughts and memories for many people, but the 1,299 Town fans who

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Plans to build new caravan site in village submitted

Plans to build a new caravan site in a village have been submitted.  An application to build a touring caravan site at Cuckoo Tye Farm near Long Melford, near Sudbury, has been submitted to Babergh District Council.  If the plans are approved

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Therese Coffey opinion: At last we can do something about our teeth

When I was Health Secretary, I introduced the ABCD Plan for Patients, focusing on Ambulances, Backlog, Care, Doctors and Dentists as we emerged from the Covid pandemic. I’m delighted that focus has now led to a detailed plan for NHS dentistry,

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Tourism sector urges government to give East Anglia equal funding to the rest of UK

Tourism is big business in East Anglia, generating £5.5bn a year across the two counties. But those in the sector warn our region is falling behind other parts of the country due to blind spots in the way the public funding is allocated.  It's

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Roads could be partly closed and 20mph speed limits introduced in Suffolk town

A 20mph zone and the closure of parts of a Suffolk town's roads to vehicles are being proposed as part of a new walking and cycling project, which has now gone out to public consultation. Roads in the south of Woodbridge and the town centre could

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Mum 'let down' by SEND service calls for council leaders to stand down

A Suffolk mum who has been "let down" by the SEND system for years is petitioning for top council leaders to stand down. Nicola Graham, from Bury St Edmunds, created the petition in the wake of a damaging Ofsted report that condemned "widespread

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Off-form Millwall know their biggest weakness plays into Town's hands

Ipswich Town head to South London to face Millwall at The Den this evening. Alex Jones, who used to cover the Lions, takes a closer look at Joe Edwards' side. Has the change worked? Gary Rowett was one of the most experienced managers