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Here's how Suffolk MPs have claimed more than £150,000 in expenses

Here's how Suffolk MPs have claimed more than £150,000 in expenses

Suffolk MPs have claimed more than £150,000 in expenses — here's what the money was for.
School opens new Eco Centre to promote sustainability and environmental responsibility

School opens new Eco Centre to promote sustainability and environmental responsibility

A new facility focused on promoting environmental responsibility has opened its doors at a school on the Suffolk-Essex border.
Deaf woman unaware she was being scanned for tumour during ‘frustrating’ and ‘patronising’ health appointment

Deaf woman unaware she was being scanned for tumour during ‘frustrating’ and ‘patronising’ health appointment

A deaf woman from Suffolk was left unaware that she was being scanned for a potential brain tumour due to poor communication at an NHS appointment.
Hotel’s pride after receiving multiple accolades from AA

Hotel’s pride after receiving multiple accolades from AA

Bosses at a popular hotel have spoken of their pride after receiving multiple accolades.
More than 140 vehicles stopped by police using HGV ‘supercab’

More than 140 vehicles stopped by police using HGV ‘supercab’

An HGV ‘supercab’ helped officers stop more than 140 vehicles earlier this month.

From West Suffolk Hospital to Wembley Arena: Meet the admin worker who performs in goth rock band

From West Suffolk Hospital to Wembley Arena: Meet the admin worker who performs in goth rock band

From West Suffolk Hospital to Wembley Arena: Meet the admin worker who performs in goth rock band

From performing on tour around the world to working in admin at a Suffolk hospital, meet Hannah who plays keyboard in a famous goth rock band.

Man jailed for six years for rape at work party

Man jailed for six years for rape at work party

Man jailed for six years for rape at work party

A 41-year-old man has been jailed for six years after being convicted of rape at a work party.

Woman stalked by man for almost a year shares her ordeal to help others

Woman stalked by man for almost a year shares her ordeal to help others

Woman stalked by man for almost a year shares her ordeal to help others

A young woman who was stalked by an older man for almost a year has spoken of her ordeal to help others in a similar situation.

Village cricket captains band together to form new T20 league to save the sport they love

Village cricket captains band together to form new T20 league to save the sport they love

Village cricket captains band together to form new T20 league to save the sport they love

The captains of six village cricket teams have banded together to form a new midweek T20 league to save the sport they love.

Person cut free from single-vehicle crash

Person cut free from single-vehicle crash

Person cut free from single-vehicle crash

A person was cut free from a vehicle after a crash.

Dog trainer ‘over the moon’ to represent Team GB at world championships for second year in a row

Dog trainer ‘over the moon’ to represent Team GB at world championships for second year in a row

Dog trainer ‘over the moon’ to represent Team GB at world championships for second year in a row

The world stage beckons for a veteran dog trainer after she qualified to represent Great Britain in a global competition for a second year running.

‘I know she would be so proud’: Family’s London Marathon tribute for 20-year-old who died from rare cancer

‘I know she would be so proud’: Family’s London Marathon tribute for 20-year-old who died from rare cancer

‘I know she would be so proud’: Family’s London Marathon tribute for 20-year-old who died from rare cancer

A family is set to run the London Marathon in memory of an ‘incredible’ 20-year-old who died after battling a rare cancer.
‘She touched the lives of many’: Tributes paid to teacher and author who died after crash

‘She touched the lives of many’: Tributes paid to teacher and author who died after crash

Tributes have been paid to a cherished and well respected teacher and author after her death in a crash last month.
Here are some of Suffolk’s roadworks, closures and diversions for drivers in the coming weeks

Here are some of Suffolk’s roadworks, closures and diversions for drivers in the coming weeks

Here are some of the works going on in the next couple of weeks which could cause some delays to drivers.

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Arts centre secures future after collapse of main partner

Arts centre secures future after collapse of main partner

The future of a town’s central cultural landmark has been secured following a period of uncertainty after its main delivery partner folded.

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Tractor Boys sign youngster on three-year contract

Tractor Boys sign youngster on three-year contract

The midfielder has previously had a trial with fellow Premier League outfit Bournemouth.
Goalie calls an end to special Needham spell

Goalie calls an end to special Needham spell

The former Bury Town, Leiston and AFC Sudbury shot stopper is not planning to hang up his gloves.
Walsham awarded play-off spot after call-offs

Walsham awarded play-off spot after call-offs

The village side will head to Clipbush Park after Cornard United failed to fulfil their final game of the season.
Suffolk head coach excited ahead of new season

Suffolk head coach excited ahead of new season

Head coach Adam Mansfield believes Suffolk are ‘good enough to beat any side’ as they prepare to enter the new season.
Laws coy about his future after AFC celebrate survival

Laws coy about his future after AFC celebrate survival

After overseeing their survival bid Danny Laws has not ruled out staying on in the dugout at AFC Sudbury - but feels the players deserve the praise.
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Can you spot the historic items in this town centre’s shop windows?

Can you spot the historic items in this town centre’s shop windows?

A free family-friendly activity trail is proving a hit as residents and visitors take to a town centre in search of hidden items.
Find out what's happening on the jazz and folk scene

Find out what's happening on the jazz and folk scene

Jazz musician Chris Ingham and folk music's Chris Wilbraham with all you need to know about the local music scene
‘The strength of our relationship kept us going’: Suffolk mum and son reflect on race across Asia for TV show

‘The strength of our relationship kept us going’: Suffolk mum and son reflect on race across Asia for TV show

A mum and son who raced across the world’s largest continent in a TV series said it was nice to relive the adventure after the first episode aired.
‘Out-of-this-world’ production of Shakespeare play to launch next week

‘Out-of-this-world’ production of Shakespeare play to launch next week

A new production of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest will blast off next week at a Suffolk college.
Top six beer garden pubs in Suffolk town to enjoy during May’s bank holidays

Top six beer garden pubs in Suffolk town to enjoy during May’s bank holidays

SuffolkNews has compiled a list of some of the best beer garden pubs to enjoy during May’s bank holidays.
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Column: The mountains and deserts of Morocco captivate the Howard family

Column: The mountains and deserts of Morocco captivate the Howard family
Out & About: The best bluebell walks in Suffolk and Herts

Out & About: The best bluebell walks in Suffolk and Herts
Recipes: Make the ultimate Easter feast

Recipes: Make the ultimate Easter feast
Easter Eggs: Behind the scenes at Ely’s change-making chocolate factory

Easter Eggs: Behind the scenes at Ely’s change-making chocolate factory
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Can you spot the historic items in this town centre’s shop windows?

Can you spot the historic items in this town centre’s shop windows?
Youngsters offered pathway into construction sector with new deal

Youngsters offered pathway into construction sector with new deal
First look inside chef’s table restaurant offering diners a front row seat

First look inside chef’s table restaurant offering diners a front row seat
Post Office reopens at new home in village high street

Post Office reopens at new home in village high street
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