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Date set for restaurant's licence review hit with Government fine for illegal working

Date set for restaurant's licence review hit with Government fine for illegal working

A date has been set for a restaurant's licence review after it was hit with a Government fine for illegal working.
Plans approved for derelict historic farmhouse on priory site ‘in need of major restoration’

Plans approved for derelict historic farmhouse on priory site ‘in need of major restoration’

A derelict farmhouse on the site of a former priory could be saved after a package of works was given the nod by planners.
Village pub opens new beer garden with outdoor bar

Village pub opens new beer garden with outdoor bar

A village pub has opened its new beer garden and accompanying outdoor bar.
‘A permanent and reassuring presence’: Celebrations mark 500 years of historic church tower

‘A permanent and reassuring presence’: Celebrations mark 500 years of historic church tower

A village is celebrating the 500th anniversary of its ‘beacon of hope’ church tower with a variety of events to mark the historic milestone.
Hundreds take in the flora and fauna of town’s hidden gardens

Hundreds take in the flora and fauna of town’s hidden gardens

Hundreds of people attended a town’s hidden gardens event for a day of exploring 19 private green havens.

Woman left ‘shocked’ after brain tumour spotted in Specsavers

Woman left ‘shocked’ after brain tumour spotted in Specsavers

Woman left ‘shocked’ after brain tumour spotted in Specsavers

A woman was left ‘shocked’ after a visit to the opticians led to the discovery of a brain tumour.

Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to lash Suffolk as yellow alert issued

Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to lash Suffolk as yellow alert issued

Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to lash Suffolk as yellow alert issued

Thunderstorms and heavy rain could lash Suffolk later this week.

Family farm wants to build natural burial ground to meet ‘growing demand’

Family farm wants to build natural burial ground to meet ‘growing demand’

Family farm wants to build natural burial ground to meet ‘growing demand’

A family farm is seeking permission to build a natural burial ground to meet ‘growing demand’.

Town brewery sells out of bitter after it was ranked among nation’s best by The Telegraph

Town brewery sells out of bitter after it was ranked among nation’s best by The Telegraph

Town brewery sells out of bitter after it was ranked among nation’s best by The Telegraph

A town brewery’s award-winning bitter has been named among the top six in the nation by The Telegraph, a ranking which resulted in it selling out.

Leaders to agree £1.9 million to offset initial council shake-up costs

Leaders to agree £1.9 million to offset initial council shake-up costs

Leaders to agree £1.9 million to offset initial council shake-up costs

Leaders are set to agree £1.9 million in funding to offset the initial costs of Suffolk's major council shake-up process.

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
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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.

Writer of hit BBC shows praises Suffolk’s army of volunteers at event

Writer of hit BBC shows praises Suffolk’s army of volunteers at event

Writer of hit BBC shows praises Suffolk’s army of volunteers at event

The writer of hit shows Motherland and Nova Jones has urged people to give up their time for good causes.
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.
‘I will treasure the memories of royal reception forever’

‘I will treasure the memories of royal reception forever’

A former council worker has described a royal reception as ‘beyond her wildest dreams’.
Rule change sparks anger as rainbow flag to no longer fly at council offices during Pride month

Rule change sparks anger as rainbow flag to no longer fly at council offices during Pride month

A rule change, which means a council will no longer fly the rainbow flag during Pride month, has sparked anger.

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Ruby battles back twice to retain title

Ruby battles back twice to retain title

The Haverhill darting ace triumphed once again at the England Open.
McKenna favourite to replace Frank at Brentford

McKenna favourite to replace Frank at Brentford

Ipswich Town are likely to be bracing themselves for an approach to speak to their manager.
Jack snares seven wickets to help Brockley to first victory

Jack snares seven wickets to help Brockley to first victory

Youngster shines as the form book was turned upside down during recent Division Five encounter.
Reon rejects ‘a lot of interest’ to sign contract with Walsham

Reon rejects ‘a lot of interest’ to sign contract with Walsham

The young striker finished last season as the play-off finalists’ leading goalscorer.
Well-attended session points to bright Borough future

Well-attended session points to bright Borough future

Boss Harry Zachariou delighted with the number of players that turned out as pre-season got started.
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What's On

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
Leisure centre to host free open weekend after £80,000 gym upgrades

Leisure centre to host free open weekend after £80,000 gym upgrades

A leisure centre is celebrating £80,000 gym upgrades with a free open weekend for people to try out the new equipment.
Helen reflects on weight loss transformation after returning to charity event

Helen reflects on weight loss transformation after returning to charity event

A woman who donned pink for a cancer charity event is sharing her weight loss journey in the hope of inspiring others.
‘Mum thought stuff it I want to go on a game show’: Meet the team that took on the Bridge of Lies

‘Mum thought stuff it I want to go on a game show’: Meet the team that took on the Bridge of Lies

A team of mums has shared their excitement after appearing on BBC game show Bridge of Lies alongside Ross Kemp.
Cheers to £17,000 raised for hospice charity with beer festival

Cheers to £17,000 raised for hospice charity with beer festival

A popular beer festival has toasted its most successful year after raising £17,000 in aid of a hospice.
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Velvet

Food & Drink Awards: It’s time to meet your Suffolk winners. . .

Food & Drink Awards: It’s time to meet your Suffolk winners. . .
Down to Earth: Why June is cue to enjoy the garden – flowers, flaws and all

Down to Earth: Why June is cue to enjoy the garden – flowers, flaws and all
Cambridge Pride: Join the parade – and the party – this weekend

Cambridge Pride: Join the parade – and the party – this weekend
Fit Bits: PT Xenia Dixon helps women build strength, fitness and confidence

Fit Bits: PT Xenia Dixon helps women build strength, fitness and confidence
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Business

Bury Free Press West Suffolk Business Awards 2025: A celebration of business talent for best new startup

Bury Free Press West Suffolk Business Awards 2025: A celebration of business talent for best new startup
‘I’m very frustrated’: Town restaurateur hits out at council over ‘unfair treatment’ from planners

‘I’m very frustrated’: Town restaurateur hits out at council over ‘unfair treatment’ from planners
Town’s music scene raises £5,000 for rehearsal space after energy provider ordeal

Town’s music scene raises £5,000 for rehearsal space after energy provider ordeal
Leisure centre to host free open weekend after £80,000 gym upgrades

Leisure centre to host free open weekend after £80,000 gym upgrades
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