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Restoration at major heritage site sheds fresh light on village's history

Restoration at major heritage site sheds fresh light on village's history

Trustees say the painstaking renovation work has revealed previously unknown information about the Grade II listed building's origins.
Passion for plants cultivates couple's new botany business

Passion for plants cultivates couple's new botany business

Having dreamed of opening her own plant shop, Ellie Bishop had to quickly adapt the make-up of the new business to navigate the coronavirus lockdown.
Suffolk's top cop says we can't be complacent with Covid

Suffolk's top cop says we can't be complacent with Covid

As Covid cases continue to rise, Steve Jupp says we must not be complacent.
This is how new Covid rules in Essex will affect people in Suffolk

This is how new Covid rules in Essex will affect people in Suffolk

While Essex moving to Tier 2 restrictions will only have an immediate impact on those living there, it will also affect people nearby in Suffolk.
Battle over controversial housing development has 'damaged lives', planning inquiry told

Battle over controversial housing development has 'damaged lives', planning inquiry told

Villagers argued during the first week of the planning inquiry that the negative impact of the homes would be felt locally for years to come.

Salon urges men and boys to step up in support of Let's Nail Breast Cancer campaign

Salon urges men and boys to step up in support of Let's Nail Breast Cancer campaign

Salon urges men and boys to step up in support of Let's Nail Breast Cancer campaign

Salon owner Gemma Schwenk has urged men to come and get their nails painted to raise money for charity, coinciding with Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Missing teenager found

Missing teenager found

Missing teenager found

A teenager who was reported missing from Suffolk earlier this month has been found.

Podcast: Health secretary on Covid situation in Suffolk

Podcast: Health secretary on Covid situation in Suffolk

Podcast: Health secretary on Covid situation in Suffolk

Health secretary and West Suffolk MP Matt Hancock has been speaking to the SuffolkNews Podcast about the current Covid situation in the county.

Residents fear village 'under siege' from development after consultation launches on homes proposal

Residents fear village 'under siege' from development after consultation launches on homes proposal

Residents fear village 'under siege' from development after consultation launches on homes proposal

Marden Homes is seeking the views of the public on a proposed 24-home development, to inform its future submission of a formal planning application.

Inaugural Class Arts exhibition hailed as 'resounding success'

Inaugural Class Arts exhibition hailed as 'resounding success'

Inaugural Class Arts exhibition hailed as 'resounding success'

The event served as the first showcase for several artists since the coronavirus lockdown in March forced the widespread cancellation of exhibitions.

Husband-and-wife team realise ambition of running own business with new town centre deli

Husband-and-wife team realise ambition of running own business with new town centre deli

Husband-and-wife team realise ambition of running own business with new town centre deli

Justin and Kairi Kett decided to set up Fork Kitchen and Deli, having both faced redundancy from their jobs in the hotel industry due to coronavirus.

Gravestones at church covered in spray paint

Gravestones at church covered in spray paint

Gravestones at church covered in spray paint

Spray paint has been daubed over gravestones at a Suffolk church.
Fire service hails support of Tesco for allowing two employees to respond to emergencies from work

Fire service hails support of Tesco for allowing two employees to respond to emergencies from work

A plaque of recognition was awarded to firefighters Gareth Robinson and Russell Grimsey, who respond to emergencies directly from the supermarket.
New Covid restrictions for Halstead and other parts of Essex from Saturday

New Covid restrictions for Halstead and other parts of Essex from Saturday

Health Secretary backs county council request to bar different households from mixing indoors, including in restaurants and pubs.
Motion submitted to reduce speed limit to 20mph on residential streets in Suffolk

Motion submitted to reduce speed limit to 20mph on residential streets in Suffolk

The Liberal Democrat, Green and Independent group at the county council submitted the motion, with 30mph only for use in “exceptional circumstances”.

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AFC Sudbury bring in pacey winger

AFC Sudbury bring in pacey winger

AFC Sudbury have signed an attacking player known for his flair and pace in wide areas.
Mark Morsley's entire coaching team changes at AFC Sudbury again with former pro added

Mark Morsley's entire coaching team changes at AFC Sudbury again with former pro added

Isthmian League AFC Sudbury have announced a major restructure of their first-team coaching set-up with a former professional coming in.
Saturday's local football round-up: league and cup highs and lows

Saturday's local football round-up: league and cup highs and lows

It was a day where Stowmarket Town claimed a league record, Thetford Town got off the mark and Felixstowe hit five but Bury Town made a cup exit.
West Suffolk A134 derby is postponed once again

West Suffolk A134 derby is postponed once again

Bury Town's scheduled visit to AFC Sudbury next week has been postponed for a second time.
Morsley sees loan player as key to getting AFC back up the table

Morsley sees loan player as key to getting AFC back up the table

AFC Sudbury manager Mark Morsley believes his latest signing can be a catalyst for turning their worrying early season form around.
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What's On

Madness announced for 2021 forest gig

Madness announced for 2021 forest gig

Madness have been announced as the third headliner for Forest Live next summer.
Culture: Chef patron of Bury St Edmunds restaurant 1921 Zack Deakins asks customers to appreciate Covid restrictions are tough for everyone and help him and his staff get back to creating happy memories

Culture: Chef patron of Bury St Edmunds restaurant 1921 Zack Deakins asks customers to appreciate Covid restrictions are tough for everyone and help him and his staff get back to creating happy memories

A plea to follow the rules so everyone can enjoy the experience
Culture: Gastrono-me's Gemma Simmonite finds comfort in a simple bowl of soup and urges us to find our own comfort zone in these uncertain times

Culture: Gastrono-me's Gemma Simmonite finds comfort in a simple bowl of soup and urges us to find our own comfort zone in these uncertain times

'The slow repetitive action of sipping soup from a spoon gives time for reflection'
Take on a treetop adventure after dark this half-term

Take on a treetop adventure after dark this half-term

Fancy a halloween half term outing with a difference? Go Ape is offering families the chance to take on its treetop high ropes courses after dark.

Huge boost to Suffolk culture as government shells out millions of pounds

Huge boost to Suffolk culture as government shells out millions of pounds

Eleven arts and culture hubs in Suffolk have been chosen to benefit from a share of a £1.57 billion government project to save them from closure.
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Lifestyle

Hallowe'en: Brew up a frightful fruit punch

Hallowe'en: Brew up a frightful fruit punch
Launch: Glemsford’s Willow Tree Farm opens cafe

Launch: Glemsford’s Willow Tree Farm opens cafe
Home Front: Why pre-loved pieces add personality

Home Front: Why pre-loved pieces add personality
Makeover: Garden inspiration in Godmanchester

Makeover: Garden inspiration in Godmanchester
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Business

Marketing: How you can build a bond offline online, by Kim Morrison

Marketing: How you can build a bond offline online, by Kim Morrison

How this soft play business owner has adapted to Covid challenge

How this soft play business owner has adapted to Covid challenge
How Christmas activities will be a bit different in and around this town

How Christmas activities will be a bit different in and around this town
Job losses at well-known engineering company after coronavirus hits trade

Job losses at well-known engineering company after coronavirus hits trade

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