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Suffolk musician assists Ralph Fiennes on shoot of Netflix film The Dig

Suffolk musician assists Ralph Fiennes on shoot of Netflix film The Dig

A new Netflix film reimagines the 1939 excavation of Sutton Hoo - and features one Suffolk musician.

GP Federation addresses concerns over cancelled coronavirus vaccine appointments while looking to reassure over 80's about their jabs

GP Federation addresses concerns over cancelled coronavirus vaccine appointments while looking to reassure over 80's about their jabs

A GP Federation has addressed concerns over the unexpected closure of four vaccine centres, as it moved to reassure over-80's about their jabs.
Weather alert over heavy rain in Suffolk with warnings over travel disruption and potential flooding

Weather alert over heavy rain in Suffolk with warnings over travel disruption and potential flooding

Potential travel issues and flooding is expected in Suffolk after the Met Office issued a yellow weather alert for rain.
Suffolk's over-70s to start getting Covid jab

Suffolk's over-70s to start getting Covid jab

Over 70s will start to receive the Covid jab this week.
'Suffolk is a special place and we all need to pull together,' says chief constable Steve Jupp

'Suffolk is a special place and we all need to pull together,' says chief constable Steve Jupp

Chief constable Steve Jupp shares his update during the third lockdown, adding 'we are now at a critical point in the fight against the virus'.

Roux thanked for making college memories

Roux thanked for making college memories

Roux thanked for making college memories

A former director of service industries, hospitality and catering has paid tribute and remembered a world-renowned chef who helped many students.

Suffolk hit by blanket of snow - and Met Office issues amber weather warning

Suffolk hit by blanket of snow - and Met Office issues amber weather warning

Suffolk hit by blanket of snow - and Met Office issues amber weather warning

Suffolk awoke to a blanket of snow - with icy temperatures set to continue

Podcast: Covid deaths in Suffolk reach 1,000 as residents are reminded to act as if they have the virus

Podcast: Covid deaths in Suffolk reach 1,000 as residents are reminded to act as if they have the virus

Podcast: Covid deaths in Suffolk reach 1,000 as residents are reminded to act as if they have the virus

A grim milestone has been reached this week as it's revealed 1,000 people have now died in Suffolk after contracting Covid-19.

Bury MP shares message to NHS workers from Parliament

Bury MP shares message to NHS workers from Parliament

Bury MP shares message to NHS workers from Parliament

Bury St Edmunds MP Jo Churchill has paid tribute in the House of Commons to the 'valiant' work of NHS staff.

Suffolk to be hit by 'heavy snow', according to Met Office weather warning

Suffolk to be hit by 'heavy snow', according to Met Office weather warning

Suffolk to be hit by 'heavy snow', according to Met Office weather warning

'Heavy snow' is forecast in Suffolk, with the Met Office issuing an amber weather warning.

Flooding to homes and businesses 'likely' as heavy rain batters county

Flooding to homes and businesses 'likely' as heavy rain batters county

Flooding to homes and businesses 'likely' as heavy rain batters county

Residents across Suffolk have been warned to expect flooding, with heavy rain due to hit the county throughout the day.

Culture change needed within mental health services, summit told

Culture change needed within mental health services, summit told

Culture change needed within mental health services, summit told

Particular phrases must be eradicated from the language used to speak to youngsters in need of mental health support, a health summit has heard.
We went shopping with £30 to show what children should be getting

We went shopping with £30 to show what children should be getting

As pictures of woefully inadequate school meal packages circulate online, we went to Asda armed with £30 to show what children should be getting.
Supermarkets in Suffolk to ban customers not wearing face coverings

Supermarkets in Suffolk to ban customers not wearing face coverings

A number of supermarket chains which have stores in Suffolk have said they will ban customers who refuse to wear face coverings.
Dozens of people handed fines for breaching Covid-19 rules in Suffolk

Dozens of people handed fines for breaching Covid-19 rules in Suffolk

Police issued dozens of fines to people in Suffolk over the weekend for breaching the latest coronavirus rules.

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RFU scraps plans for regional mini seasons

RFU scraps plans for regional mini seasons

Rugby's governing body has decided to abandon plans to get clubs playing again in competitive matches ahead of the 2021/22 season.
Stowmarket are named top East club

Stowmarket are named top East club

Organisation recognised for their contribution to running and athletics.
Solid performance sees Stow into the last 32 of the FA Vase

Solid performance sees Stow into the last 32 of the FA Vase

Manager happy with progress against lower-league opposition.
Another home tie for Stowmarket

Another home tie for Stowmarket

Old Gold & Blacks will play host to Cobham in the FA Vase.
REPORT: Stowmarket progress into last 32 of FA Vase

REPORT: Stowmarket progress into last 32 of FA Vase

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Quay Theatre casts web wide as new online project gains over 1,000 views in first few days

Quay Theatre casts web wide as new online project gains over 1,000 views in first few days

Keen to provide a virtual entertainment experience for supporters, the theatre launched an interactive website, with a range of shows streamed online.
Mill Tye Gallery in Great Cornard urges public to help aspiring artists after reopening from coronavirus lockdown

Mill Tye Gallery in Great Cornard urges public to help aspiring artists after reopening from coronavirus lockdown

Highlighting the impact the crisis has had on budding artists, gallery owner Peter Rumsey says it is now more difficult for creators to earn a living.
Fundraiser for Glemsford Primary Academy upholds artistic legacy of local painter Roy Saunders

Fundraiser for Glemsford Primary Academy upholds artistic legacy of local painter Roy Saunders

Roy Saunders, a resident of Glemsford since 2004, lost his battle with pulmonary fibrosis at West Suffolk Hospital on June 29. He was 78 years old.
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Sudbury Dramatic Society opens auditions for first online Quay Theatre production

Sudbury Dramatic Society has opened auditions for around six male parts and three female parts, for an adaptation of Anthony Trollope’s The Warden.
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

Edna Battye, owner of Chappel Galleries, said the venue’s spacious nature meant social distancing could be conducted relatively easily.
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Bury St Edmunds' lost pubs - see our interactive map
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