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News and updates from the county of #Suffolk, UK - we originally started this service on another app in 2012 and now happily here on Bluesky - Updates from the county include Ipswich, Woodbridge, Bury St. Edmunds, Stowmarket, Lowestoft, Sudbury, and more
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The highest rated pub in Ipswich where 'everything is enjoyable'

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The highest rated pub in Ipswich where 'everything is enjoyable'
The Nelson has been revealed as the best pub in Ipswich according to reviews on Tripadvisor.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Driver accused of spending 25 hours in B&Q car park fights £100 ticket

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Driver accused of spending 25 hours in B&Q car park fights £100 ticket
A disabled Ipswich man has been wrongly charged for parking at Euro Retail Park, off Ransomes Way, for more than 25 hours by Euro Car Parks.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Ipswich Star

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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Ipswich Star
The Ipswich Star published 8 death notices last week.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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Ipswich business owner invited to 11 Downing Street by MP

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Ipswich business owner invited to 11 Downing Street by MP
An Ipswich business owner was invited to 11 Downing Street by Jack Abbott, the Member of Parliament for Ipswich.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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Parking problems persist between students and residents at college

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Parking problems persist between students and residents at college
Parking problems are persisting between students and residents near a college in Ipswich, despite the introduction of more buses at the start of the…
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November 15, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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Why this village is one of the prettiest in Suffolk

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Why this village is one of the prettiest in Suffolk
With scenic views and landscapes, here is why Shotley is one of the prettiest villages in Suffolk.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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Festive event to raise funds for children's hospice

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Festive event to raise funds for children's hospice
A festive event is set to raise funds for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH).
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November 15, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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Watch: Teen steers one-handed at 80mph in 30 zone

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Watch: Felixstowe teenager steers one-handed at 80mph in 30 zone
Lewis Meadows has been jailed for four years and banned after causing death by dangerous driving.
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November 15, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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Teen who fatally hit woman with sports car jailed

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Felixstowe teen who fatally hit woman with sports car jailed
Mary Kinsey died after she was hit by a car driven by Lewis Meadows in November 2024, a court hears.
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November 15, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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What has changed at Ipswich shopping centre since £3m sale 18 months ago?

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What has changed at Ipswich shopping centre since £3m sale 18 months ago?
18 months since the sale of Sailmakers shopping centre in Ipswich - what has changed?
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November 15, 2025 at 7:42 AM
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Ipswich man sentenced over burglary of nails guns and tins of money

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Ipswich man sentenced over burglary of nails guns and tins of money
An Ipswich man has been sentenced after admitting his part in a burglary at a local business earlier this year.
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November 15, 2025 at 7:42 AM
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Ipswich park group no longer object to adventure golf course plans

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Ipswich park group no longer object to adventure golf course plans
Friends of Christchurch Park has said they no longer object to plans for an 18-hole adventure golf course to be installed in the Ipswich park.
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November 15, 2025 at 7:42 AM
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East of England news quiz of the week

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East of England news quiz of the week 8-14 November: Poppies and Pudsey
From Pudsey Bear to poppies and film props, how many questions can you get right?
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November 15, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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Overnight Orwell Bridge lane closures announced

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A14 Orwell Bridge overnight lane closures to begin near Ipswich
National Highways says it has some remaining tasks to complete following work in the summer.
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November 15, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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What is The Hay Wain and why is it so significant?

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What is John Constable's The Hay Wain and why is it important?
John Constable is synonymous with Suffolk, but not everyone knows of his best known work, The Hay Wain.
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November 15, 2025 at 6:25 AM
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Padel is for everybody, says comedian Manford

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Jason Manford shares padel obsession with Norwich children
The comedian aims to introduce 10 million children to the fast-growing racket sport in 10 years.
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November 15, 2025 at 6:25 AM
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BAFTA winner declares primary school garden open

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BAFTA winner declares primary school garden open
Mendlesham Primary School hopes the new interactive outdoor learning space will allow pupils to explore the wonders of sound and creativity.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Opinion: Views that could be what is holding you back from the life you dream of

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Opinion: Views that could be what is holding you back from the life you dream of
Business owner Jenna Ackerley of Events Under Canvas at Capel St Mary, Ipswich, Suffolk, says opportunity is there if you look for it.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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Small town shop wins award for its window display

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Small town shop wins award for its window display
Fantasy Paradigm, in Orwell Road, in Felixstowe, won the Royal British Legion Felixstowe Poppy Appeal 'Remembrance Window Display' 2025.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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'Lovely' mum's family pleas for help after she goes missing

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'Lovely' mum's family pleas for help after she goes missing
The family of Christine Murton, who went missing from Rushmere St Andrew, has pleaded for people spreading the word as they search for her.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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WATCH: Footage of teenage driver's antics played in death by dangerous driving case

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WATCH: Footage of teenage driver's antics played in death by dangerous driving case
Footage of Felixstowe teenager Lewis Meadows' driving was played at his sentencing hearing on Friday.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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'Selfish attitude to driving': Officers stark warning as teen driver jailed

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'Selfish attitude to driving': Officers stark warning as teen driver jailed
Sergeant Mark Bassett spoke outside Ipswich Crown Court after the sentencing of Lewis Meadows from Felixstowe, offering stark advice to young…
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November 14, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Traffic chaos as A14 closes for broken down vehicle

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Traffic chaos as A14 closes for broken down vehicle
There are delays on the A14 after the westbound lanes were closed following a car breakdown.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Teen who fatally hit woman with sports car jailed

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Felixstowe teen who fatally hit woman with sports car jailed
Mary Kinsey died after she was hit by a car driven by Lewis Meadows in November 2024, a court hears.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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Bird flu cases in the East totals nine after Norfolk outbreak

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Fifth bird flu case confirmed in Norfolk poultry site on top of four in Suffolk
Birds will be humanely culled at the premises, and a protection ring is in place.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:40 PM