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Community rallies to keep children fed after Government's vote not to extend free school meals over half-term

Community rallies to keep children fed after Government's vote not to extend free school meals over half-term

Numerous businesses and community groups launched free meal services this week, to support children from families that are struggling financially.
Drug crime is the public's main policing concern

Drug crime is the public's main policing concern

More than 85 per cent of residents in two Suffolk towns say they feel ‘quite’ or ‘very safe’, according to the results of a police survey.
Campaign to save town's last bank from closure gathers momentum

Campaign to save town's last bank from closure gathers momentum

The town's TSB bank is among more than 160 UK branches earmarked for closure, but the town council fears the impact its loss would have on residents.
Motion to implement 20mph speed limit on residential roads in Suffolk rejected

Motion to implement 20mph speed limit on residential roads in Suffolk rejected

The proposal, submitted by the Liberal Democrat, Green and Independent group at Suffolk County Council, was rejected by 48 votes to 20.

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Opticians business donates gesture of appreciation to NHS staff for support during coronavirus crisis

Opticians business donates gesture of appreciation to NHS staff for support during coronavirus crisis

The gesture is to thank West Suffolk Hospital's Eye Treatment Centre for providing support to optometrists, while they were helping people remotely.

Pub group criticises Government for 'sacrificing' hospitality trade as business is hit by tier two restrictions

Pub group criticises Government for 'sacrificing' hospitality trade as business is hit by tier two restrictions

Pub group criticises Government for 'sacrificing' hospitality trade as business is hit by tier two restrictions

The pub group had also joined a national campaign to oppose 10pm closing times, which saw them sending out an ‘SOS’ message by flashing their lights.

'Crinkle crankle' wall preserved for future generations after securing protected status

'Crinkle crankle' wall preserved for future generations after securing protected status

'Crinkle crankle' wall preserved for future generations after securing protected status

The Grade II listing was awarded for the serpentine wall, after Historic England determined it had both architectural and historical significance.

Seven of Suffolk's spookiest myths and legends to get you in the Hallowe'en spirit

Seven of Suffolk's spookiest myths and legends to get you in the Hallowe'en spirit

Seven of Suffolk's spookiest myths and legends to get you in the Hallowe'en spirit

In the spirit of Hallowe'en, we've looked into some of the more sinister myths and legends of Suffolk's past.

Poppies painted around town centre to pay tribute to fallen war heroes ahead of Remembrance

Poppies painted around town centre to pay tribute to fallen war heroes ahead of Remembrance

Poppies painted around town centre to pay tribute to fallen war heroes ahead of Remembrance

Each of the 301 poppies represents a name on the town’s war memorial, while the largest one represents the local Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

Suffolk restaurants step in to provide free meals to children after 'disgusting' government decision

Suffolk restaurants step in to provide free meals to children after 'disgusting' government decision

Suffolk restaurants step in to provide free meals to children after 'disgusting' government decision

Cafés and restaurants across Suffolk have come together to ensure no child goes hungry this half term.

Building company reflects on 50 years in business as anniversary arrives

Building company reflects on 50 years in business as anniversary arrives

Building company reflects on 50 years in business as anniversary arrives

At 74, owner and founder Joe Wiles says he is not ready to retire as he loves his job – even though he’s seen a lot of friends and colleagues retire.

These are 10 of the things that put Suffolk on the map

These are 10 of the things that put Suffolk on the map

These are 10 of the things that put Suffolk on the map

After a video of a US airwoman finding out she was being posted to a Suffolk base went viral, we answer her question 'where is that?'
Murder inquiry: Human remains found in river belonged to same victim, DNA tests reveal

Murder inquiry: Human remains found in river belonged to same victim, DNA tests reveal

Detectives have renewed their appeal to trace a man seen swimming in the river a week before the original discovery, as he may be a potential witness.
Podcast: Tributes paid to Simon Dobbin who has died five years after being attacked following a football game

Podcast: Tributes paid to Simon Dobbin who has died five years after being attacked following a football game

In this week's podcast we hear of the major fundraiser Ed Sheeran's parents are supporting and the TikTok video of a US airwoman that's gone viral.
Businesses delighted by nominations for district's inaugural Innovation Awards

Businesses delighted by nominations for district's inaugural Innovation Awards

A wide range of companies have been shortlisted for the 11 award categories, the winners of which will be announced in an online ceremony next month.

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REPORT: Sudbury inflict Soham's first home defeat

REPORT: Sudbury inflict Soham's first home defeat

A single goal proved enough for AFC Sudbury to come away from high-flying Soham Town Rangers with all three points.
Saturday's local football round-up: FA Cup and league highs and lows

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

Bury and Leiston suffer late FA Cup heartbreak while Needham and Stow continue unbeaten starts and good wins for Soham, Ely, Woodbridge and Melford.
Morsley: ‘No bust up behind the changes’

Morsley: ‘No bust up behind the changes’

AFC Sudbury manager Mark Morsley responds to rumours about why his coaching staff changed for the second time in a year.
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.
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What's On

Hospital's food among Bake Off judge's top picks

Hospital's food among Bake Off judge's top picks

The quality of food at a Suffolk hospital has been highlighted in a national report led by celebrity chef Prue Leith.
Culture: Forever looking for the positives, CASA’s Maria Broadbent says we have plenty to celebrate in the coming weeks and suggests a few ways we can do that. Time to get busy. . .

Culture: Forever looking for the positives, CASA’s Maria Broadbent says we have plenty to celebrate in the coming weeks and suggests a few ways we can do that. Time to get busy. . .

Let's join Maria in looking on the bright side and enjoy the festivities alongside her tasty recipes

Restaurant opens warm winter tipis in gardens

Restaurant opens warm winter tipis in gardens

A restaurant group has ‘taken the indoors, outdoors’ by installing Winter Garden Tipis in some of its venues.

Culture: As well as resident species there will be some interesting new visitors to spot at RSPB Lakenheath Fen this month

Culture: As well as resident species there will be some interesting new visitors to spot at RSPB Lakenheath Fen this month

There's plenty to see as migration brings in new faces
Ready for Hallowe'en? Here are 11 of the BEST things to do to scare yourself...

Ready for Hallowe'en? Here are 11 of the BEST things to do to scare yourself...

Have a Covid-safe Hallowe'en and suss out if one of these great 11 activities will scare you...
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Lifestyle

Beauty: Jo Malone gives Christmas the luxe touch

Beauty: Jo Malone gives Christmas the luxe touch
Food: And the Great Taste Awards go to. . .

Food: And the Great Taste Awards go to. . .
Conscious Living: Hit wardrobe reboot the eco way

Conscious Living: Hit wardrobe reboot the eco way
Baking: Soul-food recipes from GBBO's Ian Cumming

Baking: Soul-food recipes from GBBO's Ian Cumming
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Business

Give a gift to town businesses

Give a gift to town businesses

Footballer Marcus Rashford shows support for pub offering free lunches for children

Footballer Marcus Rashford shows support for pub offering free lunches for children
Mother-of-two launches jewellery business in lockdown

Mother-of-two launches jewellery business in lockdown
Town restaurant shut for months is set to reopen

Town restaurant shut for months is set to reopen
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