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Schoolgirl’s legacy will live on with choir concert in aid of charity

Schoolgirl’s legacy will live on with choir concert in aid of charity

The memory of a schoolgirl, who lost her life to brain cancer, will drive a charity concert this weekend, spearheaded by her former headteacher.
Woman, 38, admits to stealing nearly £3,000 from country estate where she worked

Woman, 38, admits to stealing nearly £3,000 from country estate where she worked

A woman admitted to stealing nearly £3,000 from a country estate she worked at.
Leaders back £1.6m fire service investment following inspection bullying reports

Leaders back £1.6m fire service investment following inspection bullying reports

Leaders have backed a £1.6 million investment into the fire service after Government inspectors were told staff had been bullied and belittled.
MP’s annual employment and careers fair set to return to town

MP’s annual employment and careers fair set to return to town

An annual fair to help connect employers with young people and jobseekers is set to take place in a Suffolk town on Friday.
‘Thank you for the wonderful memories’: Tributes paid to cricket club legend following death aged 85

‘Thank you for the wonderful memories’: Tributes paid to cricket club legend following death aged 85

Ted Clarkson has been remembered for his contributions to the Suffolk sporting world including more than 50 years of service to a town cricket club.

16 jobs at risk as hospice set to restructure retail operations

16 jobs at risk as hospice set to restructure retail operations

16 jobs at risk as hospice set to restructure retail operations

A hospice care service has launched a consultation process over a proposed restructure of its retail operations.

Suffolk Police joins investigation into child sex abuse site Kidflix

Suffolk Police joins investigation into child sex abuse site Kidflix

Suffolk Police joins investigation into child sex abuse site Kidflix

Suffolk Police has played a role in an investigation into a German child sex abuse site, where users were encouraged to upload their own footage.

Man, 26, accused of stealing hundreds of pounds of books to appear in court

Man, 26, accused of stealing hundreds of pounds of books to appear in court

Man, 26, accused of stealing hundreds of pounds of books to appear in court

A 26-year-old man accused of stealing hundreds of pounds worth of books and other goods will appear in court next week.

Hundreds of special needs school places to be created as authority agrees £18.6m spending

Hundreds of special needs school places to be created as authority agrees £18.6m spending

Hundreds of special needs school places to be created as authority agrees £18.6m spending

Hundreds of school places for children with special needs are set to be created after an authority approved £18.6 million spending plans.

Care provider launches new meal delivery service to fill void left by charity’s collapse

Care provider launches new meal delivery service to fill void left by charity’s collapse

Care provider launches new meal delivery service to fill void left by charity’s collapse

Vulnerable people at risk of losing out on their meal deliveries, in the wake of a charity’s closure, have gained a vital lifeline.

Millions pledged for flood defences in Suffolk

Millions pledged for flood defences in Suffolk

Millions pledged for flood defences in Suffolk

Thousands of homes and businesses in Suffolk should be better protected from flooding after a nearly £20 million boost.

Plans for new village bookshop approved despite alcohol-related concerns

Plans for new village bookshop approved despite alcohol-related concerns

Plans for new village bookshop approved despite alcohol-related concerns

Plans for a new bookshop in a village have been given the green light despite alcohol-related concerns.
Town among worst for child poverty as rates rise across Suffolk

Town among worst for child poverty as rates rise across Suffolk

A Suffolk town is among the worst places in the UK for rates of child poverty, new data has revealed.
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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‘Thank you to everyone who has supported us’: Pub ‘humbled’ after CAMRA recognition

‘Thank you to everyone who has supported us’: Pub ‘humbled’ after CAMRA recognition

A pub say it feels ‘humbled’ after being named CAMRA’s Pub of the Season.

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‘The result and the performance typifies the character and the strength in the group’: McKenna on Cherries win

‘The result and the performance typifies the character and the strength in the group’: McKenna on Cherries win

Ipswich Town manager Kieran Mckenna gives his reflections on the 2-1 victory at AFC Bournemouth and injury updates on two missing players.
Town stun Bournemouth to end wait for first Premier League win in 2025

Town stun Bournemouth to end wait for first Premier League win in 2025

Nathan Broadhead and Liam Delap goals saw Ipswich Town to their first league win of 2025 with a 2-1 victory at Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium.
Ipswich Town player fined more than £23,000 after driving Bentley without insurance and using mobile phone

Ipswich Town player fined more than £23,000 after driving Bentley without insurance and using mobile phone

An Ipswich Town player was fined more than £23,000 after admitting two driving offences.
‘We’ve refreshed, taken stock and we’ll come back stronger’ - Town captain on utilising the international break

‘We’ve refreshed, taken stock and we’ll come back stronger’ - Town captain on utilising the international break

Ipswich Town skipper Sam Morsy says they’ve utilised the long wait between fixtures to their benefit ahead of their final nine Premier League matches.
‘I feel stronger than ever’: Undefeated super-middleweight boxer ready to make his mark in break-out fight

‘I feel stronger than ever’: Undefeated super-middleweight boxer ready to make his mark in break-out fight

An undefeated super-middleweight boxer from Suffolk is looking to put his name on the map as he gears up for his break-out fight in London.
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What's On

Bestselling historical fiction author captivates audience as she brings past to life

Bestselling historical fiction author captivates audience as she brings past to life

SuffolkNews went to a show by a bestselling novelist – find out what we thought.
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
How to take part in town’s free VE Day 80th anniversary trail

How to take part in town’s free VE Day 80th anniversary trail

A free activity trail celebrating the 80th anniversary of VE Day is set to launch.
Review: Blue skies ahead for wartime drama about sisterhood and Spitfires

Review: Blue skies ahead for wartime drama about sisterhood and Spitfires

A poignant new play called Spitfire Girls has been gripping audiences at a Suffolk theatre this week - here is what our reporter thought.
‘We are absolutely delighted’: New play set for national tour thanks to funding grant

‘We are absolutely delighted’: New play set for national tour thanks to funding grant

A drama production company has received an Arts Council grant to help fund a national tour of its latest play.
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Velvet

Win: An Easter afternoon tea hamper from Fitzbillies – worth £60

Win: An Easter afternoon tea hamper from Fitzbillies – worth £60
Food & Drink: Cambridge’s new riverside pub, food festival and Easter events

Food & Drink: Cambridge’s new riverside pub, food festival and Easter events
Tried & Tested: Velvet's verdict on this Easter’s trending chocolate

Tried & Tested: Velvet's verdict on this Easter’s trending chocolate
Win: Lunch for four at two AA Rosette restaurant Amelie – worth £100

Win: Lunch for four at two AA Rosette restaurant Amelie – worth £100
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Business

‘Your support has meant the world’: High street shop set to shut after more than 35 years

‘Your support has meant the world’: High street shop set to shut after more than 35 years
How to take part in town’s free VE Day 80th anniversary trail

How to take part in town’s free VE Day 80th anniversary trail
‘It was a nice way to finish’: Diner’s owner brings the shutters down after 11 years

‘It was a nice way to finish’: Diner’s owner brings the shutters down after 11 years
Travel agency to relocate to vacant unit previously home to game shop

Travel agency to relocate to vacant unit previously home to game shop
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