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Box River Café in Boxford eager to expand business following major refurbishment

21 July 2020
Box River Café in Boxford eager to expand business following major refurbishment

Box River Café in Boxford eager to expand business following major refurbishment

21 July 2020

Having previously leased the premises, which had operated as a café for several years, Myalee Chaytor decided to run her own business from the site.


Sudbury schoolboy praised for pursuing project on history of numbers during coronavirus lockdown

20 July 2020
Sudbury schoolboy praised for pursuing project on history of numbers during coronavirus lockdown

Sudbury schoolboy praised for pursuing project on history of numbers during coronavirus lockdown

20 July 2020

Alex Mos, 12, explored the topic before writing a 500-word, in-depth essay for a maths school project, which he completed while working from home.


Dementia patient inspires Alpheton artist's 745-mile cycling fundraiser for Alzheimer's Research UK

17 July 2020
Dementia patient inspires Alpheton artist's 745-mile cycling fundraiser for Alzheimer's Research UK

Dementia patient inspires Alpheton artist's 745-mile cycling fundraiser for Alzheimer's Research UK

17 July 2020

Mark Turnbull was inspired to raise awareness about dementia, after focusing on a recent project which depicted a woman affected by the condition.


Sudbury couple set to stage open garden event to raise vital funds for people living with a life-threatening illness

17 July 2020
Sudbury couple set to stage open garden event to raise vital funds for people living with a life-threatening illness

Sudbury couple set to stage open garden event to raise vital funds for people living with a life-threatening illness

17 July 2020

Conrad Bentley and his wife, Colette, will open their garden to the public for a two-day event.


Sister pays loving tribute to Sudbury horticulturist John Smith

16 July 2020
Sister pays loving tribute to Sudbury horticulturist John Smith

Sister pays loving tribute to Sudbury horticulturist John Smith

16 July 2020

A Sudbury resident, who ran a gardening business in the town for 50 years, has died at the age of 69.


Photographer channels energy during coronavirus lockdown into capturing wildlife scenes of Sudbury

14 July 2020
Photographer channels energy during coronavirus lockdown into capturing wildlife scenes of Sudbury

Photographer channels energy during coronavirus lockdown into capturing wildlife scenes of Sudbury

14 July 2020

Determined to become more productive, Matt Byham decided to hone his skills as an amateur photographer, in the hope of capturing rare wildlife scenes.


Stephen Walters and Sons in Sudbury named Family Business of the Year in east of England

13 July 2020
Stephen Walters and Sons in Sudbury named Family Business of the Year in east of England

Stephen Walters and Sons in Sudbury named Family Business of the Year in east of England

13 July 2020

The business, which remains dedicated to the silk weaving industry, has further reason to celebrate having recently marked its 300th anniversary.


Army veteran from Sudbury sheds light on 20-year journey to master craft of building walking aids

10 July 2020
Army veteran from Sudbury sheds light on 20-year journey to master craft of building walking aids

Army veteran from Sudbury sheds light on 20-year journey to master craft of building walking aids

10 July 2020

Inspired by wooden walking aids showcased at country and craft fairs, former Army operating theatre technician Roger Acres was keen to create his own.


Sudbury salon returns from coronavirus lockdown in style with 24-hour event

09 July 2020
Sudbury salon returns from coronavirus lockdown in style with 24-hour event

Sudbury salon returns from coronavirus lockdown in style with 24-hour event

09 July 2020

Keen to fulfil an overwhelming demand in bookings, Lipstick and Locks staged a 24-hour event on Saturday, with appointments offered through the night.


Long-term solution for attracting visitors to Sudbury vital to town's future prosperity, says councillor

07 July 2020
Long-term solution for attracting visitors to Sudbury vital to town's future prosperity, says councillor

Long-term solution for attracting visitors to Sudbury vital to town's future prosperity, says councillor

07 July 2020

Oliver Forder believes the time for investment in Sudbury is now, to ensure the town emerges successfully from the coronavirus crisis.


Future of Sudbury boating pond questioned after concerns that attraction no longer serves original purpose

06 July 2020
Future of Sudbury boating pond questioned after concerns that attraction no longer serves original purpose

Future of Sudbury boating pond questioned after concerns that attraction no longer serves original purpose

06 July 2020

Questions have been raised over the continued upkeep of the boating pond in The Croft, which is increasingly used by visitors for swimming.


Sudbury councillor calls for stricter rules on sales of nitrous oxide after reports of drug use in town

06 July 2020
Sudbury councillor calls for stricter rules on sales of nitrous oxide after reports of drug use in town

Sudbury councillor calls for stricter rules on sales of nitrous oxide after reports of drug use in town

06 July 2020

The substance – dubbed as laughing gas due to its psychedelic effect – has become the second most used recreational drug in the UK.


Anchor Inn in Nayland installs outdoor dining pods ahead of re-opening as coronavirus lockdown eases

03 July 2020
Anchor Inn in Nayland installs outdoor dining pods ahead of re-opening as coronavirus lockdown eases

Anchor Inn in Nayland installs outdoor dining pods ahead of re-opening as coronavirus lockdown eases

03 July 2020

In order to satisfy social distancing guidelines, the business will allow a maximum of two households to dine in each pod.


Sudbury businesses applauded for innovative approach to adapt to coronavirus crisis

02 July 2020
Sudbury businesses applauded for innovative approach to adapt to coronavirus crisis

Sudbury businesses applauded for innovative approach to adapt to coronavirus crisis

02 July 2020

Traders were commended at a Sudbury Town Council meeting this week, after successfully adapting to meet the increasing pressures of the pandemic.


PICTURES: Youngsters enjoy fruits of their labour at Wickham St Paul event

02 July 2020
PICTURES: Youngsters enjoy fruits of their labour at Wickham St Paul event

PICTURES: Youngsters enjoy fruits of their labour at Wickham St Paul event

02 July 2020

Hosted at Spencer’s Farm, visitors were invited to take part in a pick-your-own fruit event on Saturday.


Christopher Centre in Sudbury explores projects to replenish income lost to coronavirus pandemic

30 June 2020
Christopher Centre in Sudbury explores projects to replenish income lost to coronavirus pandemic

Christopher Centre in Sudbury explores projects to replenish income lost to coronavirus pandemic

30 June 2020

During the closure, the charity has been unable to generate any income from its meeting rooms and offices in Gainsborough Street.


Gestingthorpe man pays homage to five generations of family blacksmith trade with new business

29 June 2020
Gestingthorpe man pays homage to five generations of family blacksmith trade with new business

Gestingthorpe man pays homage to five generations of family blacksmith trade with new business

29 June 2020

Richard Nice’s great-great-grandfather, William, established his own blacksmith business in Gestingthorpe during the 1830s.


Face mask range launched by Long Melford seamstress raises £1,200 for Marie Curie

26 June 2020
Face mask range launched by Long Melford seamstress raises £1,200 for Marie Curie

Face mask range launched by Long Melford seamstress raises £1,200 for Marie Curie

26 June 2020

Since launching the project, Elaine Butler has created around 800 non-surgical face masks, which are on sale from a makeshift stall outside her home.


Art exhibitions resume at Chappel Galleries following three-month closure due to coronavirus lockdown

26 June 2020
Art exhibitions resume at Chappel Galleries following three-month closure due to coronavirus lockdown

Art exhibitions resume at Chappel Galleries following three-month closure due to coronavirus lockdown

26 June 2020

Edna Battye, owner of Chappel Galleries, said the venue’s spacious nature meant social distancing could be conducted relatively easily.


Mother of young girl from Clare with epilepsy leads campaign for medical cannabis law reform

25 June 2020
Mother of young girl from Clare with epilepsy leads campaign for medical cannabis law reform

Mother of young girl from Clare with epilepsy leads campaign for medical cannabis law reform

25 June 2020

Tannine Montgomery, whose daughter, Indie-Rose, 6, suffers from severe epilepsy, was joined by fellow campaigners during an annual event on Sunday.