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Huge fire service response called to battle stadium blaze
A huge fire service response was called to battle a blaze that broke out at a Suffolk stadium. A total of 18 crews from Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire were called to the fire at a barn at Mildenhall Stadium in Hayland Drove, West Row.
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Search begins for missing 65-year-old woman
A search has begun for a 65-year-old woman who has gone missing in Suffolk. Lynn Murray was last seen in the Withersfield area, near Haverhill, at around 11.45am today (July 30). READ MORE: Mystery continues over how mum-of-six died after attack
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Police searching fields with drone after Anita Rose attack
A drone has been used to search the fields around the area where Anita Rose is thought to have been attacked in Brantham. A murder investigation into the death of mother-of-six Ms Rose is ongoing after she was attacked in the village on Wednesday
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Studio and shop announces new location ahead of big move
A studio has shared the location of its new shop ahead of a big move. Claire Douglas announced in May of this year that her business, Claire's House, would be moving to a new premises in Bury St Edmunds. She first opened the pottery shop
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New dementia-friendly sensory garden opens at library
A new dementia-friendly sensory garden has been launched at Thurston Library. Created by volunteers and funded by Community Infrastructure Levy money via Thurston Parish Council and the Friends of Thurston Library, the new sensory garden has now
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Town went back-to-back - but how have other teams fared after consecutive promotions?
Ipswich Town joined a select group of clubs to achieve back-to-back promotions to reach the Premier League. Ross Halls takes a a look at how they fared in their first season in the top flight. This feat is very rare, with just four other teams
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Town defender seals permanent switch to Scottish club
Ipswich Town defender Corrie Ndaba has re-joined Kilmarnock on a permanent deal. The 24-year-old joined the Blues' academy in 2016, progressing to the first team three years later. He was sent out on loan seven times, with recent spells at Salford
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Police explain why murder suspect was released on bail after mum's death
Police have explained why a man who was arrested on suspicion of murdering a woman in Brantham has been released on bail. A 45-year-old man from Ipswich was arrested in connection with the death of Anita Rose after she was attacked while walking
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Mystery continues over how mum-of-six died after attack as post-mortem carried out
The results of a post-mortem examination have been released as detectives continue to investigate the death of woman who was attacked in a south Suffolk village. The Home Office post-mortem into the death of Anita Rose, who died after being attacked
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Woman cut free from car as emergency services called to crash
A woman was cut free from a car after a two-vehicle crash in Felixstowe. At 1.10pm on Tuesday, police were called to a two-vehicle crash in Blofield Road in the seaside town. A car and a truck collided - causing the car door to be stuck and
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Drug dealer handed suspended sentence for supplying cocaine
A man has been handed suspended sentences for supplying drugs in west Suffolk. twenty-two-year-old Thomas Hunter, of Duddery Road in Haverhill, pleaded guilty to supplying cocaine and cannabis and possessing a class B drug with intention to supply
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Candles lit in memory of suspected murder victim Anita Rose
Candles have been lit and flowers have been placed at a village church as it aims to offer sanctuary to the community in the wake of a suspected murder. The rector of St Michael’s Church in Brantham has spoken of how it looks to play its part for
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Retired farmer relishes in nostalgic visit to pig farm
A retired farmer enjoyed a memorable day revisiting her family's pig farm. Eileen Hammond, 86, got the opportunity to return to Red House Farm, Yaxley, after team members at Care UK’s Hartismere Place on Castleton Way arranged a special trip for
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Coastal townhouse with cinema room for sale at £725k guide
A contemporary three-bedroom townhouse with its own cinema room, located just off Southwold High Street, has come up for sale at a guide price of £725,000. The Cornstore on Blackmill Road, under 10 minutes’ walk from the seafront, is on the market
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'We want to have a look at him' - Town boss to try midfielder in advanced roles
Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna is keen to take a closer look at Jack Taylor in pre-season, revealing that he wants to try him in more advanced areas of the pitch. The 26-year-old featured in 33 Championship games for the Blues last season, although
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Rougham Estate crowns extraordinary year with Muddy Stilettos accolade for new store
A Suffolk estate which this year opened up to visitors all year round is celebrating a Muddy Stilettos award as more visitors flock to the site. Rougham Estate off the A14 near Bury St Edmunds scooped the Best Lifestyle Store in Suffolk and Cambridgeshire
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Suffolk businesses named among best in UK at the Great Taste Awards
More than 50 Suffolk businesses have been included in a prestigious list for food and drink. The Great Taste Awards were announced on Tuesday after more than 500 judges took part in blind taste tests to rate the quality of food producers across
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Suffolk's only island to launch exploration event in the summer
Suffolk's only island is getting ready to host its annual adventure event, run by an RSPB group. The RSPB Woodbridge Local Group is preparing for the annual Havergate Adventure event running from Saturday, August 24 to Monday, August 26. The
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Disruption as TEN abnormal loads escorted through Suffolk this week
Drivers are being warned to expect delays on major routes this week as abnormal loads are escorted through the county. Suffolk police will be escorting 44 tonne cabins to Sizewell B in multiple convoys from Tuesday until Friday. In total there
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Horse trapped on its side saved in early morning rescue
An animal stuck inside a transporter was saved by fire crews in an early morning rescue. Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports to a trapped horse at Rossdales Equine Hospital in Exning, near Newmarket, just after 1am on Tuesday
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Watch: The lowdown on Wolves - Last season, mood in camp and prediction for Ipswich
Ross Halls is joined by Dave Azzopardi from Talking Wolves to get the lowdown on the Wanderers ahead of the 2024/25 Premier League campaign. The duo discuss the Blues being back in the top flight, the current mood at the Molineux Stadium and overall
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Met Office extends warning for thunderstorms and flooding
A weather warning for thunderstorms and flooding across the county has been extended. The Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for Thursday affecting the majority of England, including Suffolk. The warning has been extended with
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Three people remain in hospital after car crashed into shop front
Three people remain in hospital after a vehicle crashed into a shop front on Saturday, July 27. Police officers were called to Lawson Place, Bury St Edmunds, just after 5.30pm Saturday 27 July, to reports of a single vehicle crash into Moreton
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Man to face trial after denying wounding
The trial of an east Suffolk man accused of wounding another man is due to take place in November. Before Ipswich Crown Court on Monday for a plea and trial preparation hearing was Jonathon Ezobi 45, of Sands Lane, Lowestoft. He pleaded not
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More than half of orthopaedic surgeries to move to Colchester
Healthcare bosses have approved plans to move more than half of orthopaedic elective surgeries to a £34m centre in Colchester. Suffolk and North East Essex (SNEE) Integrated Care Board (ICB) agreed on Tuesday the move of 55 per cent of surgeries
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'We love you, princess' - Woman, 22, took her own life after miscarriage
A woman from Haverhill had struggled with her mental health for many years and suffered a miscarriage before her death aged 22, a court heard. On Monday, the inquest into the death of Annalise Rideout, known to her friends and family as Anna, was
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Plans for outdoor school to provide alternative education for SEND pupils revealed
Plans for a new outdoor school which would provide alternative education for SEND pupils have been submitted. Circles Alternative Education has lodged plans with Babergh District Council for land at Holly Farm in East Bergholt. The proposal
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Suffolk to get new dog creche as award-winning scheme opens in Stowmarket
Ipswich's award-winning Dogs Squad canine creche is to open a new centre in Stowmarket next month after its success in Christchurch Park. It is to open its second site at the Leading Lives centre on August 19 - giving pet owners somewhere to leave
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Public consultation launched for new supermarket in town
A public consultation for a new supermarket in a Suffolk town has been launched. Lidl has unveiled a survey as part of its plans for a new store in Ipswich Road in Hadleigh. The German budget supermarket chain says access to the site will
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Rougham Estate off A14 prepares for launch of sunflower field after record year
A Suffolk estate is opening up nearly two hectares of pick-your-own sunflower fields after a record 2023. Rougham Estate, off the A14 near Bury St Edmunds, will be launching its fourth annual sunflower festivities on Saturday, August 3. Along
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Suffolk's only cat café to reopen after closure
A cat café in a Suffolk town is expected to reopen this week after it has been closed for almost a month. Finnegan’s Whiskers in North Street in Sudbury shut its doors earlier this month while some of its cats were undergoing treatment as advised
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Steve Coogan to play former Town boss in feature film about Roy Keane spat
Former Ipswich Town boss Mick McCarthy is set to be portrayed in a feature film next summer - with Steve Coogan cast in the role. Saipan, a new movie about the events leading up to Ireland’s incendiary 2002 World Cup campaign, will go into production
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Charming cottage near Kersey Splash up for sale at £350,000 guide
A charming cottage in the heart of Kersey is up for sale at a guide price of £350,000. The two-bedroom, mid-terrace property is situated on The Street, a few properties down from the famous ‘Kersey Splash’ – the village ford. Selling agent
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Heat-health alert for Suffolk extended as temperatures set to reach 30C
A yellow heat-health alert has been extended for Suffolk as temperatures are set to reach 30C. The alert, which was issued by the UK Health Security Agency and Met Office, was originally in place from 9am on Monday until 11pm on Wednesday.
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Time for a familiar face? Seven potential Town targets Kieran McKenna has worked with
Kieran McKenna says Ipswich Town need to make more signings to compete in the Premier League. The Northern Irishman does like to sign players that he knows, having worked with them during his time at Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United. Axel
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Joy as village pub reopens after seven years with Italian-Mediterranean menu
A village pub which had been closed for seven years is celebrating a successful few months at the heart of its community after reopening. The Swan in Little Waldingfield reopened on Friday, May 24, after its previous owners stopped trading in
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The secret gardens opening in Suffolk in August
Enjoy secret gardens across Suffolk in all their summer glory, with a whole host of events planned in August. The National Garden Scheme (NGS) gives unique access to private gardens across the country and it raises money for nursing and health
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'It's a tragedy' - Coroner rules that former Shepherd of the Year took his own life
A young shepherd whose body was discovered on farmland earlier this year intended to take his own life, a coroner has ruled. On Monday, the inquest into the death of Cameron Farnan was resumed at Suffolk Coroners’ Court in Ipswich. Mr Farnan
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Public welcomed to shape Easton and Playford's future building projects
Easton and Playford have adopted Neighbourhood Plans, offering residents more say over developments in the area. A Neighbourhood Plan provides communities the chance to influence key aspects of development within their area. These plans were
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Protecting Suffolk coastal wildlife made easier with new strategy
A new initiative has been launched to protect wildlife along the Suffolk coast. Wildlife Wise is the new branding for the Suffolk Coast Recreational Disturbance and Mitigation Strategy. The project works with residents and visitors to prevent
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Four in five Suffolk workers lack essential sleep, study reveals
Suffolk full-time workers are suffering from severe sleep deprivation, a study has unveiled. Mental health charity, Suffolk Mind, discovered that 83.1% of those surveyed were not getting a sufficient amount of rest. This lack of sleep is distressing
