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A12 reopens after two vehicle crash in Wrentham
Part of the A12 in east Suffolk was closed after a two vehicle crash. Emergency services were called to the High Street on the A12 in Wrentham, near Southwold, at around 4.40pm on Wednesday to reports of a two-vehicle collision. A police spokeswoman
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151 abnormal loads to pass through Suffolk in July and August
Drivers are being warned of delays as more than 150 convoys will be escorted through Suffolk in July and August. A police spokesman confirmed that 151 abnormal loads will have been transported through Suffolk between July 8 and August 12. The
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Prodigy guitarist amongst talent to feature at new Suffolk festival
The Rev, who played session guitar for electronic band The Prodigy, will join a plethora of local talent at a new music festival in Suffolk next month. Rendofest, a new music festival looking to take Suffolk by storm, will debut at Jubilee Park
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Suffolk community shines in spectacular opera performance
The community came together in Suffolk to bring back Benjamin's Britten's opera 'Noye's Fludde' to the county in a stunning performance at Thorington Theatre. More than 150 cast and crew members, including world-class musicians, creative performers
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Fantasy Premier League launches for 2024/25 - with Town prices revealed in full
Fantasy Premier League has been launched for the 2024/25 season, meaning that the prices of Ipswich Town's players have been confirmed. Conor Chaplin, Omari Hutchinson, Liam Delap and George Hirst are among the most expensive options in the Blues
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Extra £9.1m over three years needed for SEND services in Suffolk
An extra £9.1 million over three years is needed for SEND services due to Suffolk County Council’s initial investment being ‘insufficient’. Cllr Andrew Reid, who is responsible for education and SEND, will be presenting a bid for an extra £9.1
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Ten roads in seaside town to close for carnival
Ten roads will close in a Suffolk town as its carnival takes to the streets this month. Felixstowe Carnival will take place from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28 and this year's theme is 'lights, camera, action!'. The carnival, which has
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Company director found guilty over fraudulent flat certificates
A company director has been found guilty of providing false building work completion certificates. Wayne Murfet was found guilty at Colchester Magistrates Court on Wednesday along with the companies Lord Homes Ltd and Murfet’s ( Burroughs Green
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Banking hub to open fifth site in Suffolk
A banking hub is set to open its fifth site in Suffolk following a "significant loss" of access to services. LINK has confirmed that Hadleigh has been recommended a hub, after previous recommendations in Haverhill, Leiston, Woodbridge and Mildenhall
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Care UK homes set to host community sports days
Care homes in Bury St Edmunds are hosting a community sports day. Care UK’s Davers Court, Glastonbury Court, and Mildenhall Lodge will join The Big Care UK Sports Day, involving more than 130 homes across the UK, on Tuesday July 23. The event
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'Really creative' - Tractor Girls make fifth signing of the summer
Ipswich Town Women have made their fifth signing of the summer as attacking midfielder Ella Rutherford has agreed a one-year deal at the club. The 24-year-old joins from Championship Charlton Athletic, having spent the last four years at the Addicks
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'We can achieve a lot' - Muric on Town move, McKenna links and Premier League
Arijanet Muric has arrived at Ipswich Town, becoming the club’s fifth summer signing ahead of their Premier League campaign. The Blues needed a goalkeeper following Vaclav Hladky’s departure, and they were quick to get their man, with reports of
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Nearly a third of dental patients unable to access NHS appointments in Suffolk
Nearly a third of patients were unable to get an NHS dental appointment in Suffolk and north east Essex, according to latest figures. Data from NHS satisfaction surveys has revealed that during the last two years, 28% of patients were unable to
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Outline plans for five homes in village approved
Outline plans for five homes in a village have been given the go-ahead. Babergh District Council has approval proposals for the properties in Hadleigh Road in Elmsett, near Hadleigh. The homes form part of a wider development of seven homes
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Comedian ready to 'ease back into chaps' after announcing tour extension
A well-known comedian and TV star has added more Suffolk shows following the "sell-out success" of his previous tour. Julian Clary travelled the country last year on his western-themed A Fistful of Clary tour and following its success, he has
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Watch: KOA special - Our reaction to Town signing new keeper Arijanet Muric
Ipswich Town have signed keeper Arijanet Muric - watch our reaction to the news here. The 6ft 6ins stopper has signed from Burnley for an initial £8m, inking a four-year deal at Portman Road. SIGN-UP! Get four months of ALL our Town content
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Opening date for new £2m recycling centre confirmed
The opening date for a new £2 million recycling centre in a Suffolk town has been confirmed. The recycling centre in Homefield Road, Haverhill, is set to open on Thursday, August 8. The site was initially expected to open earlier this year
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Five fire engines called to a hay lorry on fire
Fire crews remain on the scene of a vehicle fire in a Suffolk village. At around midday, two fire crews from Colchester and one from Sudbury were mobilised to attend a vehicle fire on Calves Lane in Stoke by Nayland a spokesman for Essex County
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DONE DEAL: Town sign Burnley goalkeeper Arijanet Muric
Ipswich Town have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Arijanet Muric from Championship side Burnley. The Athletic have reported that the Blues will pay an initial £8 million, with add-ons set to take it above the £10 million mark. Having signed
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Watch: The lowdown on Everton - Last season, mood and prediction for Ipswich
Ross Halls is joined by Everton reporter Joe Thomas to get the lowdown on the Toffees ahead of the 2024/25 Premier League campaign. The duo discuss the Blues being back in the top flight, current mood and overall thoughts on last season as a whole
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Air ambulance called to incident in Suffolk town
The air ambulance has been called to an incident in a Suffolk town. The Essex and Herts air ambulance has landed in a field just off Middleton Road in Sudbury. READ MORE: Man dies as air ambulance called to Sudbury Ambulance crews have
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Photos show car destroyed by fire near village
A car has been destroyed in a blaze in an east Suffolk village. Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service were called to the incident in Rendlesham Lane, near the village of Eyke, at 12.35pm on Tuesday, July 16. One fire engine from Woodbridge attended
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New car park could be created on key route into Sudbury
A new car park could be created on a key route in Sudbury if plans before a council are given the go ahead. Proposals by applicants Andrew Roy Smith Ltd & Bird and Sons Ltd for the construction of a car park on land off Ballingdon Street have
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Award-winning Suffolk pub expands to seven-days-a-week operation
An award-winning Suffolk pub has extended its opening hours to seven days a week for the summer. The White Lion pub, Ufford, is hoping warmer weather will encourage customers to frequent its newly revamped outdoor area. After limiting opening
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'Dishonest to the core' burglar admits string of further thefts
A 42-year-old man with more than 100 previous convictions who was once described by a judge as being “dishonest to the core" has admitted a string of further offences. Before Ipswich Crown Court on Tuesday was Michael Shrigley of Old Croxton Road
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Long delays on A12 after police called to three-car crash
There are currently long delays on the A12 after police were called to a crash. Officers are at the scene of the incident in the southbound carriageway near Stratford St Mary. A spokesman for Suffolk police said a full carriageway closure
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Missing 15-year-old from Sudbury found safe
A missing teenager from the Sudbury area has been found safe. Suffolk police appealed for information to find 15-year-old Keagan, from Great Cornard, who had been reported as missing yesterday. She was last seen in Southend on Monday afternoon
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Outstanding property in the grounds of country manor for sale for £2.25m guide
Barton House, a grand seven-bedroom property nestled in parkland style grounds, is described as one of Great Barton’s “most impressive family homes” – and it’s now up for sale at a £2.25m guide. Located just over four miles from Bury St Edmunds
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'Unique opportunity' as Kerrison Estate in Suffolk hits market with price tag of £4m
A Suffolk estate with 77 acres of land and 16 let homes has hit the market with a guide price of £4m. Kerrison Estate, which is being marketed by Savills and Lacy Scott & Knight, lies in the village of Thorndon, near Eye, in Mid Suffolk. Agents
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Former Chinese restaurant on the market after sudden closure
A former town centre restaurant which closed its doors after 10 years is on the market to rent. Mings Oriental was a Chinese restaurant serving traditional recipes with a modern twist in Abbeygate Street, Bury St Edmunds. It opened in 2014
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'Next steps in my development' - Former Town loanee leaves Premier League club
Former Ipswich Town loanee Troy Parrott has left Tottenham Hotspur to join AZ Alkmaar for an undisclosed fee. The 22-year-old has agreed a five-year contract with the Eredivisie side as part of a deal that was reported to be £6.7m (€8m). SIGN-UP
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Sanctions against council duo found in 'serious' breach of misconduct
Two councillors - including the leader of the Conservatives - have been found to have committed ‘serious’ breaches, including bullying, discrimination, and harassment. West Suffolk Cllrs Nick Clarke and Andy Drummond were found to have breached
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City Watch: Euros provides £3bn boost to economy
Andrew Mann from JM Finn discusses the positive impact of the Euros on the economy and other positive signs of growth. To the victor belong the spoils. While the England men’s football team was unable to deliver the European trophy supporters have
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Long delays on major route after crash involving lorry and car
Drivers are being warned of long delays after a crash involving a lorry and a car on a busy Suffolk road. Emergency services were called to the A143 near Stanton at about 8.20am on Wednesday. A spokesman for Suffolk police said Suffolk Highways
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Olympic champion Sally Gunnell attends gathering of 180 business leaders in Suffolk
An Olympic champion has urged a gathering of around 180 business leaders in Suffolk to reach "beyond their comfort zone". Sally Gunnell was at Milsoms Kesgrave Hall in Ipswich at a sell-out celebration of the tenth anniversary of East of England
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Heat health alert issued as temperatures could reach 30C
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for Suffolk as warmer temperatures are set to return. The alert, which has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency and Met Office, will be in place from 5pm on Thursday until 11pm on Saturday.
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More than 500 animal abuse reports in Suffolk so far this year
The RSPCA has revealed it has been called to more than 500 reports of animal abuse so far this year and has warned its busiest period is still yet to come. New figures released by the animal charity has shown that officers have been called to
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Seven alternatives to Jaden Philogene as Town target new winger
Ipswich Town may be on the look-out for a new winger this summer, with transfer target Jaden Philogene set to join Aston Villa. Alex Jones picks seven potential alternatives. Jeremy Sarmiento spent last season on loan at Portman Road (Image: PA
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Trial date set for men accused of importing £1.4m of ketamine in fishing boat
The trial of three men who were arrested after ketamine with an estimated street value of £1.4million was found on a fishing boat in east Suffolk will take place in March 2026. Before Ipswich Crown Court on Tuesday for a plea and trial preparation
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'It's life-changing' - Suffolk veteran to represent UK at Invictus Games 2025
An Army veteran who has dedicated his life to championing mental health has been selected to compete at the 2025 Invictus Games in Canada. Trevor Bygate, 49, of Hadleigh, found out he would be representing the UK team in Vancouver on what would
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'It's not a victimless crime' - Scale of Blue Badge abuse in Suffolk revealed
Council bosses say Blue Badge abuse "is not a victimless crime" after inspecting hundreds of holders across the county over the last year. Suffolk County Council has revealed that 619 Blue Badges were analysed in 2023/24, with 42 badges seized
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Warning signs will be installed on Suffolk promenade within a month after death
Work to install warning signs and renew line hazard markings on a Suffolk promenade is set to start within the next month to prevent a repeat of a man's death in a scooter crash. Staff from East Suffolk Council are taking action to improve safety
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Motorbike and moped seized as bikers caught without insurance
Police seized a motorbike and a moped from bikers in an east Suffolk town this week after the drivers were discovered to be riding without insurance. Officers were patrolling in the area of Grange Road in Felixstowe on Monday afternoon when they
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Library and park gain £600k boost for upgrades
Library refurbishment and a playground renewal will benefit from a £600,000 funding boost in mid Suffolk. Funds of £538,000 earmarked for a library refurbishment are among the beneficiaries of money collected by developers in Mid Suffolk. The
