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Yoga studio to finally reopen after Storm Babet flooding
A yoga studio in Debenham will finally reopen next week, four months after Storm Babet caused significant flood damage. The studios in Meadow Works Business Park in Kenton Road suffered damage to its flooring and equipment during the October storm
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North Essex farmer 'deeply honoured' as he is chosen to head National Farmers' Union
A north Essex farmer has been chosen to head up the National Farmers' Union following the departure of Minette Batters. Tom Bradshaw has taken over the reins from Ms Batters after she completed six years in the role. He ran unopposed for the position
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This is who the bookies think will be promoted to the Premier League this season
The race for promotion to the Premier League looks set to go down to the wire - here's who the bookies think will go up. With 13 games left in the season, Leicester City top the pile, nine points clear of second-placed Leeds United, whom they face
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Suffolk prepares for Police and Crime Commissioner elections in May this year
This year voters across Suffolk will be choosing who will be the county's Police and Crime Commissioner for the next four years. Conservative Tim Passmore has been in the role since the post was created and was last re-elected in 2021. That
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No objections to works to trees at Suffolk National Trust site
An application for works to overhanging trees at a Suffolk National Trust property has been met with no objections. The heritage conservation charity applied to Babergh District Council for works to trees in the grounds of Melford Hall in Long
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Three charged after ketamine worth £1.4m discovered in east Suffolk
Three men have been charged after ketamine with an estimated street value of £1.4million was discovered in east Suffolk. National Crime Agency (NCA) officers arrested Richard Saul, 41 and of Woodbridge, and two others on a boat in the River Deben
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B&Q announces plans to shut store in Suffolk town
B&Q has announced it is proposing to close one of its stores in Suffolk after serving the community for more than 12 years. The DIY retail giant is to shut its branch in Sudbury this summer following the expiry of the lease. A spokesman
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Driving test centre to move temporarily
A driving test centre in a west Suffolk town is to temporarily relocate. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed its test centre at Triton House, in Bury St Edmunds' St Andrews Street North, will be moving next month.
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Windscreen smashed as young people seen throwing stones in village
A group of young people were seen throwing stones at houses in a Suffolk village and a car windscreen was smashed, prompting a police investigation. Suffolk police is investigating after a car windscreen was smashed in Rye Hill, Great Cornard,
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Foyo sees red as young Blues bow out of Suffolk Premier Cup in semi-final
Needham Market left it late before securing their place in this season’s Endeavour Automotive Suffolk Premier Cup Final last night, seeing off Ipswich Town's U18s 4-2. They trailed Town's youngsters 2-1 with 20 minutes remaining in their semi-final
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Former Masterchef contestant teases taco menu for upcoming restaurant
With the opening of a taqueria in a Suffolk town looking increasingly likely, a sample menu has been released to entice future customers. TACOR is a taqueria that is set to open in the former Pizza Shed site behind The Beerhouse in Tayfen Road
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She's done it again! Andrea wins World's Strongest Woman title months after injury
A mum-of-two from Melton has won her second World’s Strongest Woman competition months after recovering from injury. Andrea Thompson, 41, travelled to West Virginia, USA, at the end of 2023 to compete in three gruelling days of strength and lifting
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Flood alerts issued as storms and strong winds set to batter the county
Several rivers around Suffolk could burst their banks as stormy weather and strong winds hit the county over the next few days. The Environment Agency issued flood alerts around Suffolk on Wednesday as the Met Office warns of heavy rain and winds
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Pub homes plan rejected again
Plans for homes at the back of a village pub have been rejected – for the seventh time. The plans, submitted by Cordage 44 Limited, would have seen two detached homes with parking and landscaping built at the back of the Six Bells pub, in Felsham
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Parking charge plan branded 'unjustified extra tax' as council votes to note petition
A council has voted to note an 8,000-strong petition against plans to introduce car parking charges in two Suffolk towns and a village. In December, Babergh District Council announced plans to charge for parking in Hadleigh, Lavenham and Sudbury
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Delays as major road into town flooded AGAIN
There were delays after a major road into a west Suffolk town flooded again. The A143 Compiegne Way in Bury St Edmunds became submerged underwater on Wednesday – the second time this week. An emergency road closure was put in place on Monday
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Farm charity hit by rising costs in spite of huge turnout for flagship Suffolk Show
Suffolk Show organisers faced swingeing cost rises last year - which led to "significant" financial pressures across the board, its annual accounts reveal. Suffolk Agricultural Association (SAA) faced a net operating shortfall of £619k in its financial
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'He brings such good quality' - Star man Burns hails match-winner Hutchinson
Ipswich Town star Wes Burns has hailed young loan talent Omari Hutchinson as a 'breath of fresh air' since arriving at the Blues. Burns was the undoubted man of the match in Town's wild 4-3 win over Rotherham United last night, bagging two goals
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A chance to own your own house boat in Woodbridge for £128,000
If you've ever dreamed of living on your own cosy house boat, enjoying a simpler life and waking up to waterfront views ever morning, you’ll be pleased to know that a widebeam canal barge has come up for sale in Woodbridge at a guide price of just
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Stormy weather and 50mph gusts set to hit Suffolk as warnings issued
Strong winds and stormy weather is set to batter Suffolk which may cause further flooding and disruption. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain across the whole of Suffolk while a yellow warning for wind is in place for parts
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How to see Suffolk on your TV screen TONIGHT
Several Suffolk businesses are set to feature in a new TV series hosted by TV presenter and chef Rick Stein. Rick Stein's Food Stories is a new 15-part show that is airing every weeknight at 6.30pm. Throughout the series, the TV presenter
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Georgian home with stunning countryside views on the market for £1.35m guide
A Georgian home that's surrounded by countryside views and gardens is for sale in Linstead Magna for a guide price of £1.35m. Linstead Hall, which is near Halesworth, is a Grade II listed house with special architectural and historic interest.
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From failing to Michelin Guide - village pub wins two awards in 2024 so far
A pub that was failing in 2018 has risen to great heights, winning numerous accolades so far in 2024. The Brewers was bought by Rattlesden villagers in 2018, who were keen to ensure another rural pub wasn’t lost. Now, already in 2024 The Brewers
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Hotel workers say they are still owed wages despite owner claiming bills were paid
Former staff from Felixstowe's Orwell Hotel say they're still owed wages despite its management saying all bills were settled last week. Former kitchen supervisor Michael Pooley, who left the Hamilton Road hotel in August last year, said he was
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Blues on loan: Gray and Barbrook feature in win
Ross Halls looks at how Ipswich Town's loan players got on for their clubs this week... FINLEY BARBROOK AND HENRY GRAY The duo played the full 90 minutes for Chelmsford City as they won 4-1 at Hemel Hempstead Town in the National League South
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Wanted man arrested after shopkeeper threatened by customer
A man wanted by police was arrested after an incident in Haverhill. Police were called to a business in Primrose Hill at 4pm on Tuesday after a shopkeeper said he was threatened by a customer. READ MORE: More than 100 unsafe products seized
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Former council office to be sold at auction
Former council offices are set to go under the hammer next month. Suffolk County Council is selling its premises in Street Farm Road, Saxmundham, at Auction House Auctioneers on Wednesday, March 20. The property compromises of two buildings
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Management of much-loved restaurant announce immediate closure
The management at a much-loved Suffolk restaurant has announced it will be closed "with immediate effect". A-Listers at the Riverside in Woodbridge has closed down although the restaurant will remain open under new management and with a new name
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'The level wasn't good enough' - Davis admits Town 'disappointed' with performance
Ipswich Town star Leif Davis admitted that the Blues 'weren't good enough' in their wild 4-3 win over Rotherham United last night. The Blues conceded an early goal after a muddle between Harry Clarke and Luke Woolfenden, but fought back to lead
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More than 100 unsafe products seized by authorities at Suffolk port
A shipment of more than 100 unsafe products was seized by Suffolk Trading Standards at the Port of Felixstowe. The import surveillance team detained the goods that arrived at the port with no description detailing what it is, no manufacturer or
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Plumber who swapped careers scoops Farm Apprentice of the Year at Suffolk New College
A former plumber who swapped his tool box for tractors has scooped a top farm apprenticeship award. Elliot Yates, 21, of Tollesbury in Essex, was named Farm Apprentice of the Year at Suffolk New College's annual apprenticeship awards. He got
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'It's heart-wrenching' - Rotherham boss on dramatic defeat to 'very good' Town
Rotherham United boss Leam Richardson said last night's dramatic 4-3 defeat at Ipswich Town was 'heart-wrenching.' The Millers, who haven't won an away game in more than a year and are destined for relegation, fought back from 3-1 down to level
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'Divine' Suffolk burger named among the UK's best at national awards
The owner of a Suffolk pub has cemented the bar's reputation as the place to go for a burger, as he places in the finals for a national award. The George in Cavendish reopened in October 2023 and is run by the team behind The Vine in Great Bardfield
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Dan Poulter opinion: Just how good are Suffolk's councils compared to others?
In the past few weeks, we have learnt that Suffolk County Council is facing challenges in delivering a balanced budget, and Ipswich Borough Council’s property company reported an annual financial loss of over £6 million. The fact that Mid-Suffolk
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Six observations following 4-3 home win against Rotherham
Ipswich Town beat Rotherham United 4-3 at Portman Road last night. Stuart Watson reflects on the action. GOING BEHIND (AGAIN) Rock-bottom Rotherham came into this match with just four away points to their name. With the Blues heavy favourites
