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Thomas Malina is a senior reporter on the Suffolk Free Press and Suffolk News. Thomas trained on the Diss Express before moving across to the Sudbury news patch.

Village church floodlights plan turned down due to disturbance complaints

14 September 2024
Village church floodlights plan turned down due to disturbance complaints

Village church floodlights plan turned down due to disturbance complaints

14 September 2024

Plans for an increase in floodlighting around a village church have been blocked


‘He brought so much joy to others’: Tributes paid to renowned driving instructor and nature enthusiast Ray Davis

12 September 2024
‘He brought so much joy to others’: Tributes paid to renowned driving instructor and nature enthusiast Ray Davis

‘He brought so much joy to others’: Tributes paid to renowned driving instructor and nature enthusiast Ray Davis

12 September 2024

Whether through his 50-year career as a driving instructor, or his lifelong passion for nature, there were very few people unfamiliar with Ray Davis.


Insulation maker engaged in ‘systematic dishonesty’ to market combustible cladding, Grenfell Tower inquiry finds

12 September 2024
Insulation maker engaged in ‘systematic dishonesty’ to market combustible cladding, Grenfell Tower inquiry finds

Insulation maker engaged in ‘systematic dishonesty’ to market combustible cladding, Grenfell Tower inquiry finds

12 September 2024

The manufacturer embarked on a dishonest scheme that led to its combustible cladding being fitted to Grenfell Tower, a public inquiry has concluded.


Town-based silk maker becomes first UK weaving mill to achieve sustainable certification

09 September 2024
Town-based silk maker becomes first UK weaving mill to achieve sustainable certification

Town-based silk maker becomes first UK weaving mill to achieve sustainable certification

09 September 2024

A family-run weaving mill is celebrating its ‘ground-breaking achievement’ after securing a prestigious industry certification.


‘I couldn’t have asked for a better day’: Car meet-up inspired by enthusiasm of two boys delivers an event to remember

08 September 2024
‘I couldn’t have asked for a better day’: Car meet-up inspired by enthusiasm of two boys delivers an event to remember

‘I couldn’t have asked for a better day’: Car meet-up inspired by enthusiasm of two boys delivers an event to remember

08 September 2024

A motorists’ meet-up, inspired by the enthusiasm of two young car spotters, exceeded all expectations, according to its organiser.


Full-fibre broadband project for 4,000 rural residents and businesses nears completion

06 September 2024
Full-fibre broadband project for 4,000 rural residents and businesses nears completion

Full-fibre broadband project for 4,000 rural residents and businesses nears completion

06 September 2024

Improved broadband connections for around 4,000 residents and businesses in rural villages are in the works.


Protestors gather outside hotel after staff claim thousands of pounds owed in unpaid wages

05 September 2024
Protestors gather outside hotel after staff claim thousands of pounds owed in unpaid wages

Protestors gather outside hotel after staff claim thousands of pounds owed in unpaid wages

05 September 2024

A defiant message of ‘pay your staff’ sounded loud and clear outside a Suffolk hotel, amid allegations that it owes employees thousands of pounds.


‘The progress of the work has been very difficult’: Church celebrates completion of major £600,000 restoration

05 September 2024
‘The progress of the work has been very difficult’: Church celebrates completion of major £600,000 restoration

‘The progress of the work has been very difficult’: Church celebrates completion of major £600,000 restoration

05 September 2024

Supporters and special guests, including the Dean of St Edmundsbury, gather to mark the completion of restoration.


‘A platform to push their limits’: Amputees show resilience with canoe challenge for charity

31 August 2024
‘A platform to push their limits’: Amputees show resilience with canoe challenge for charity

‘A platform to push their limits’: Amputees show resilience with canoe challenge for charity

31 August 2024

A team of amputees have set out to show their disability is no barrier as they prepare to canoe all the way to the sea for charity.


‘Massively shocked and disappointed’: Pharmacist to appeal refusal of plans for new dispensary at health centre

28 August 2024
‘Massively shocked and disappointed’: Pharmacist to appeal refusal of plans for new dispensary at health centre

‘Massively shocked and disappointed’: Pharmacist to appeal refusal of plans for new dispensary at health centre

28 August 2024

The refusal of a new pharmacy will be appealed after its applicant warned that healthcare in the town will suffer unless there are improvements.


‘Really wholesome fun’: Hobby horse competitions at family farm take off

27 August 2024
‘Really wholesome fun’: Hobby horse competitions at family farm take off

‘Really wholesome fun’: Hobby horse competitions at family farm take off

27 August 2024

Hobby horse fever has arrived in Suffolk, as a family-run farm’s summer competitions have proved a big hit.


MP fears Government’s new housing targets are ‘undeliverable’ and could diminish Neighbourhood Plans

25 August 2024
MP fears Government’s new housing targets are ‘undeliverable’ and could diminish Neighbourhood Plans

MP fears Government’s new housing targets are ‘undeliverable’ and could diminish Neighbourhood Plans

25 August 2024

Suffolk MP’s concern over new housebuilding targets, which he fears are ‘undeliverable’.


Sudbury GCSE results: Celebrations for students amid significant rise in grades

22 August 2024
Sudbury GCSE results: Celebrations for students amid significant rise in grades

Sudbury GCSE results: Celebrations for students amid significant rise in grades

22 August 2024

Students and staff celebrated the fruits of their labour this morning, as the school enjoyed a big boost in overall performance year-on-year.


‘Joshua wants to feel accepted and included’: Family of boy with mitochondrial disease share his experience

22 August 2024
‘Joshua wants to feel accepted and included’: Family of boy with mitochondrial disease share his experience

‘Joshua wants to feel accepted and included’: Family of boy with mitochondrial disease share his experience

22 August 2024

Ahead of World Mitochondrial Disease Week in September, the family are sharing their story to help raise vital funds and awareness.


Change at the top of ‘truly unique and special charity’ as chief executive departs after three years

12 August 2024
Change at the top of ‘truly unique and special charity’ as chief executive departs after three years

Change at the top of ‘truly unique and special charity’ as chief executive departs after three years

12 August 2024

Change beckons at the helm of a prominent Suffolk social enterprise as its chief executive departs for pastures new.


National award thrusts Suffolk firm’s eco-friendly building design into limelight

11 August 2024
National award thrusts Suffolk firm’s eco-friendly building design into limelight

National award thrusts Suffolk firm’s eco-friendly building design into limelight

11 August 2024

An eco-friendly building design has earned a national award for a Suffolk business, which hopes to see the concept rolled out more widely.


Innovation set to be rewarded as awards return for third year

09 August 2024
Innovation set to be rewarded as awards return for third year

Innovation set to be rewarded as awards return for third year

09 August 2024

A celebration of innovation in businesses across Suffolk is returning once again this year, with nominations now open.


Post office set to close following retirement of long-serving postmistress

08 August 2024
Post office set to close following retirement of long-serving postmistress

Post office set to close following retirement of long-serving postmistress

08 August 2024

A village post office will soon be no more following confirmation that the outlet will not be replaced when its postmistress retires next month.


‘I’m so pleased to be able to give something back’: Retired firefighter gives back to charity which supported him

05 August 2024
‘I’m so pleased to be able to give something back’: Retired firefighter gives back to charity which supported him

‘I’m so pleased to be able to give something back’: Retired firefighter gives back to charity which supported him

05 August 2024

A retired firefighter has given back to the charity which helped him during his career, with a donation to his fire station.


MP and county council seek ‘fair deal for Suffolk’ on pylons plan as consultation closes

02 August 2024
MP and county council seek ‘fair deal for Suffolk’ on pylons plan as consultation closes

MP and county council seek ‘fair deal for Suffolk’ on pylons plan as consultation closes

02 August 2024

High-profile pleas for ‘pylon-free solutions’ and ‘fairer treatment for East Anglia’ have been issued, in response to the latest plans.