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Witness appeal after woman bitten on bottom by dog

Witness appeal after woman bitten on bottom by dog

Police would like to speak to a couple, after their black and white collie-type breed dog bit a woman aged in her 30s.
Leisure centre owners 'looking forward' to welcoming customers back

Leisure centre owners 'looking forward' to welcoming customers back

The chief executive of a company which runs leisure centres across Suffolk says he is 'looking forward' to welcoming customers back from Thursday.
Primary school PTA overwhelmed by community's support for Christmas prize raffle

Primary school PTA overwhelmed by community's support for Christmas prize raffle

Around 40 businesses and individuals have donated prizes, including gift vouchers and hampers, to the festive draw to help raise money for the school.
How Suffolk schools and authorities have fared during pandemic, according to latest Ofsted annual report

How Suffolk schools and authorities have fared during pandemic, according to latest Ofsted annual report

Education watchdog Ofsted's annual report has given an idea of how schools in the county have been getting on this year.
Four men arrested following hare coursing and criminal damage

Four men arrested following hare coursing and criminal damage

Four men have been arrested on suspicion of hare coursing and causing criminal damage.

This is how you can volunteer to help the coronavirus vaccine rollout

This is how you can volunteer to help the coronavirus vaccine rollout

This is how you can volunteer to help the coronavirus vaccine rollout

An NHS trust is recruiting healthcare professionals and volunteers from across Suffolk and Essex to help deliver a Covid-19 vaccination programme.

History book sheds light on village's retailers past and present over last 200 years

History book sheds light on village's retailers past and present over last 200 years

History book sheds light on village's retailers past and present over last 200 years

Money raised from sales of the book will go towards an expanded heritage centre at the village hall, showcasing the history society’s artifacts.

Opticians practice confident in town's future as 25th anniversary of opening arrives

Opticians practice confident in town's future as 25th anniversary of opening arrives

Opticians practice confident in town's future as 25th anniversary of opening arrives

The business has attributed its longevity to the loyalty of both regular customers and staff, as it invests in expanding its offerings.

More than 25,000 called mental health helpline during pandemic

More than 25,000 called mental health helpline during pandemic

More than 25,000 called mental health helpline during pandemic

A phone line set up to provide immediate help has been used by more than 25,000.

Culture: With a certain amount of uncertainty about what Christmas will be like this year, there’s no need to miss out on some festive treats, says Lauren Small of Butterworth and Son

Culture: With a certain amount of uncertainty about what Christmas will be like this year, there’s no need to miss out on some festive treats, says Lauren Small of Butterworth and Son

Culture: With a certain amount of uncertainty about what Christmas will be like this year, there’s no need to miss out on some festive treats, says Lauren Small of Butterworth and Son

It’s beginning to look a lot like coffee

Culture: You may need a little patience to create Greig Young’s recipe, but the head chef at The Northgate promises the effort is going to be well worth it. . . time to put it to the test

Culture: You may need a little patience to create Greig Young’s recipe, but the head chef at The Northgate promises the effort is going to be well worth it. . . time to put it to the test

Culture: You may need a little patience to create Greig Young’s recipe, but the head chef at The Northgate promises the effort is going to be well worth it. . . time to put it to the test

Turkey with a twist - all parcelled up for Christmas

Culture: Award-winning chef-patron Pascal Canevet shares how he’s inspired by nature’s palette and the earthy hues of winter

Culture: Award-winning chef-patron Pascal Canevet shares how he’s inspired by nature’s palette and the earthy hues of winter

Culture: Award-winning chef-patron Pascal Canevet shares how he’s inspired by nature’s palette and the earthy hues of winter

A heart-warming dish using the season's bounty
Long-serving retail worker retires after almost 60 years of service to shops on same Suffolk street

Long-serving retail worker retires after almost 60 years of service to shops on same Suffolk street

Putting her feet up and relaxing as she begins her retirement is not something that 74-year-old Babs Bayes plans to do.
Additional testing planned at care homes to help curb spread of coronavirus in town

Additional testing planned at care homes to help curb spread of coronavirus in town

A summit of leaders has resulted in a fresh commitment for more testing, with Public Health Suffolk stating it is taking the situation very seriously.
Podcast: Suffolk will be in Tier 2 after lockdown, MP explains reasons for tough restrictions and celebrity auction for charity starts

Podcast: Suffolk will be in Tier 2 after lockdown, MP explains reasons for tough restrictions and celebrity auction for charity starts

In this week's podcast, hear from West Suffolk MP and health secretary Matt Hancock as it's confirmed the county will be in Tier 2 after lockdown.

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Contact rugby to restart

Contact rugby to restart

Clubs set to return to action for the first time since March.
WATCH: Lucky break sees Albon get another taste of the podium

WATCH: Lucky break sees Albon get another taste of the podium

Former Suffolk schoolboy Alex Albon reflects on his third-placed finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix and a lucky escape for Romain Grosjean.
New date for FA Youth Cup derby

New date for FA Youth Cup derby

Original clash was postponed due to second Covid-19 lockdown.
Thurlow Nunn League to restart with reduced fixtures

Thurlow Nunn League to restart with reduced fixtures

The Thurlow Nunn League will go ahead with their restart plans next weekend - but not with all the clubs involved.
New hope for Sudbury players’ league return

New hope for Sudbury players’ league return

Sudbury's chairman explains that the club have accepted proposals for regional mini leagues for their first and second teams.
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What's On

Culture: With a certain amount of uncertainty about what Christmas will be like this year, there’s no need to miss out on some festive treats, says Lauren Small of Butterworth and Son

Culture: With a certain amount of uncertainty about what Christmas will be like this year, there’s no need to miss out on some festive treats, says Lauren Small of Butterworth and Son

It’s beginning to look a lot like coffee
Culture: You may need a little patience to create Greig Young’s recipe, but the head chef at The Northgate promises the effort is going to be well worth it. . . time to put it to the test

Culture: You may need a little patience to create Greig Young’s recipe, but the head chef at The Northgate promises the effort is going to be well worth it. . . time to put it to the test

Turkey with a twist - all parcelled up for Christmas
Culture: Award-winning chef-patron Pascal Canevet shares how he’s inspired by nature’s palette and the earthy hues of winter

Culture: Award-winning chef-patron Pascal Canevet shares how he’s inspired by nature’s palette and the earthy hues of winter

A heart-warming dish using the season's bounty
Sandwich shop owner says he has definitely made the Wright move

Sandwich shop owner says he has definitely made the Wright move

The owner of a popular sandwich shop says he has got off to a ‘phenomenal’ start after moving to a new town centre location.
Culture: Chris Wilbraham looks at the Folk Album Chart and is impressed by the mix of well-known and lesser known folk acts

Culture: Chris Wilbraham looks at the Folk Album Chart and is impressed by the mix of well-known and lesser known folk acts

"I was pleased to find plenty of artists and music I was unaware of among the usual suspects"
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Lifestyle

Gift Guide: Presents to feather a home bird's nest

Gift Guide: Presents to feather a home bird's nest
WanderSups: Why Christmas still calls for canapes

WanderSups: Why Christmas still calls for canapes
Beauty: The new brands hitting the High Street

Beauty: The new brands hitting the High Street
Homes: Buck & Bear's leaf art is pure gold

Homes: Buck & Bear's leaf art is pure gold
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Business

Business leader hopes lockdown easing will give town centre 'the boost it needs' and the chance to shop safely

Business leader hopes lockdown easing will give town centre 'the boost it needs' and the chance to shop safely
Campaigners hoping to see pub reopen have hopes dashed after Greene King sends 'welcome back' email in error

Campaigners hoping to see pub reopen have hopes dashed after Greene King sends 'welcome back' email in error

Greene King to continue rent concessions for tenants as it brands tier system 'a lockdown in all but name'

Greene King to continue rent concessions for tenants as it brands tier system 'a lockdown in all but name'
Debenhams set to close all stores after rescue talks collapse with likely loss of 12,000 jobs

Debenhams set to close all stores after rescue talks collapse with likely loss of 12,000 jobs
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