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Suffolk's Covid rate trebles as experts warn virus 'hasn't gone away'

People wearing face masks in Sudbury, with the Babergh district reporting Suffolk's highest Covid rate

Coronavirus

Matthew Earth

Health experts have warned Covid "has not gone away" after the number of reported infections in Suffolk more than trebled in under a month.

A home in Wratting Road in Haverhill was targeted during an arson attack

Suffolk Constabulary

Spate of arson attacks in west Suffolk town

Tom Swindles

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A large stone was thrown through the window of a parked car in Summers Road

Suffolk Constabulary

Large stone thrown through car window in Bury St Edmunds

Tom Swindles

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The Bell Hotel in Clare

Ipswich Crown Court

Man accused of attempted murder at hotel to face trial next year

Jane Hunt

Greater Anglia train at station

Suffolk Live News

Greater Anglia warns of further severe disruptions as more strikes planned

Johnny Amos

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Justin Bone and Natalie Pace will be bringing Vetomeato back to its Bury St Edmunds roots on Friday with a pop up at Verve

Food and Drink

High-flying street food restaurant returns to Suffolk for kitchen takeover

Tom Swindles

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A number of Suffolk criminals have been locked up at Ipswich Crown Court so far in 2022

Ipswich Crown Court

Jailed in Suffolk: The criminals locked up so far in 2022

Matthew Earth

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5 of the prettiest villages in Suffolk

Johnny Amos

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Property: How could the new laws for renters affect you?

Rebecca MacNaughton

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Mildenhall Police

Suffolk Live News

Delays in west Suffolk town after faulty barrier at railway crossing

Tom Swindles

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A coroner's court has ruled that the death of Karen 'Jane' Winn was caused by 'neglect', after life

West Suffolk Hospital

Husband sues hospital over 'medical neglect' death of wife

Michael Steward

Geoff Barton, general secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders, welcomed the chang

Focus should be on teacher shortages, not strikes, says former Bury head

Michael Steward

The little baby birds in the nest. Picture: James Bass

Suffolk Constabulary

What should you do if you find a baby bird?

Michael Steward

Roadworks to be aware of this week

Suffolk Live News

7 roadworks Suffolk drivers should be aware of this week

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Plans for the gym on Bunting Road In Bury St Edmunds have been approved by the council

West Suffolk Council

Plans for new gym on Bury industrial estate given go-ahead

Michael Steward

Hannah Witchell with the first commercial crop of pinot noir grapes grown at Flint Vineyard in Earsh

Days Out Guide

5 vineyards to visit in Suffolk

Johnny Amos

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Some of the animals that need rehoming in Suffolk

Could you offer one of these rescue animals their forever home in Suffolk?

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Police officers who have been at the frontline during the Covid-19 pandemic are being punished, Mr H

Suffolk Constabulary

Warning after spate of catalytic converter thefts

Michael Steward

Suffolk Magazine Pea Porridge feature. Pictured is chef and owner Justin Sharp.

Food and Drink

7 award winning restaurants in west Suffolk you need to visit

Tom Swindles

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Ellisha Soanes with former Man Utd pro, Aaron Burns.

West Suffolk College

Former Manchester United youth player helps shine a light on diversity

Toby Lown

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The Ipswich-Lowestoft line remains closed today. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN

Suffolk Live News

What trains are running in Suffolk this weekend as rail strikes continue?

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Orwell Country Park is one of Ipswich's most spectacular parks. You can walk for hours through woodl

Days Out Guide

7 walks in Suffolk with a stunning view

Tom Swindles

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The faces of the criminals put behind bars this week

Suffolk Live News

Jailed in Suffolk: The criminals put behind bars this week

Johnny Amos

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Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds will host ‘A Night at the Musicals’ with Irving Stage Company

Theatre

Broadway and West End atmosphere come to Suffolk

Aleksandra Cupriak

Cars across East Anglia have been covered in dust

Why has my car been covered in dust?

Johnny Amos

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Plans for the gym on Bunting Road In Bury St Edmunds have been approved by the council

West Suffolk Council

Plans for new gym on Bury industrial estate given go-ahead

Michael Steward

A large stone was thrown through the window of a parked car in Summers Road

Suffolk Constabulary

Large stone thrown through car window in Bury St Edmunds

Tom Swindles

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A coroner's court has ruled that the death of Karen 'Jane' Winn was caused by 'neglect', after life

West Suffolk Hospital

Husband sues hospital over 'medical neglect' death of wife

Michael Steward

Justin Bone and Natalie Pace will be bringing Vetomeato back to its Bury St Edmunds roots on Friday with a pop up at Verve

Food and Drink

High-flying street food restaurant returns to Suffolk for kitchen takeover

Tom Swindles

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A man who was arrested after an alleged sexual assault in Bury St Edmunds has been released

Suffolk Live News

Man arrested after alleged serious sexual assault in Suffolk park released

Johnny Amos

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A gang of eight men attacked a cyclist in Tayfen Meadow in Bury St Edmunds

Suffolk Constabulary

Gang of eight men attack cyclist in Suffolk nature reserve

Tom Swindles

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Ipswich Crown Court.

Ipswich Crown Court

Man accused of raping schoolgirl decides not to give evidence at trial

Jane Hunt

Three people were taken to hospital after a crash which closed the A14 for nearly three hours

Suffolk Live News

Three taken to hospital after crash that closed A14 for three hours

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Greater Anglia warns of further severe disruptions as more strikes planned

Greater Anglia train at station

Suffolk Live News

Johnny Amos

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Greater Anglia is once again urging passengers to only travel if absolutely necessary as further strikes are planned.

A home in Wratting Road in Haverhill was targeted during an arson attack

Suffolk Constabulary

Spate of arson attacks in west Suffolk town

Tom Swindles

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People wearing face masks in Sudbury, with the Babergh district reporting Suffolk's highest Covid rate

Coronavirus

Suffolk's Covid rate trebles as experts warn virus 'hasn't gone away'

Matthew Earth

The Bell Hotel in Clare

Ipswich Crown Court

Man accused of attempted murder at hotel to face trial next year

Jane Hunt

A large stone was thrown through the window of a parked car in Summers Road

Suffolk Constabulary

Large stone thrown through car window in Bury St Edmunds

Tom Swindles

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Things to do

High-flying street food restaurant returns to Suffolk for kitchen takeover

Justin Bone and Natalie Pace will be bringing Vetomeato back to its Bury St Edmunds roots on Friday with a pop up at Verve

Food and Drink

Tom Swindles

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A restaurant that began in Bury St Edmunds is set to return home for a pop-up kitchen takeover.

Hannah Witchell with the first commercial crop of pinot noir grapes grown at Flint Vineyard in Earsh

Days Out Guide

5 vineyards to visit in Suffolk

Johnny Amos

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Suffolk Magazine Pea Porridge feature. Pictured is chef and owner Justin Sharp.

Food and Drink

7 award winning restaurants in west Suffolk you need to visit

Tom Swindles

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Orwell Country Park is one of Ipswich's most spectacular parks. You can walk for hours through woodl

Days Out Guide

7 walks in Suffolk with a stunning view

Tom Swindles

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Paul Jackson and Paul Williams from Oakfired at the Royal Oak. Picture: Nick Butcher

Food and Drink

7 of the best Italian restaurants to indulge in pizza and pasta in Suffolk

Tom Swindles

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Sport

Crashes, curfews and no points for Witches

Paul Starke charges up the inside of James Wright and Kyle Howarth in heat eight.

Ipswich Witches | Video

Mike Bacon

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Ipswich Witches missed out on any points after their meeting at Sheffield was abandoned with two heats to go after a long night in Yorkshire.

Danny King and Jason Doyle celebrate after their Super Heat result.

Ipswich Witches | Match Report

Exciting Foxhall drama as Witches win in Super Heat final race

Mike Bacon

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Ben Barker rears ahead of Benjamin Basso and Danyon Hume in heat eight.

Speedway | Match Report

Witches crash out after dramatic night of speedway

Mike Bacon

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Premiership Pairs round two winners Ipswich. From the left, Danyon Hume, Troy Batchelor and Jason Do

Speedway | Match Report

Doyle and Batchelor bring the Foxhall house down with Pairs victory

Mike Bacon

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Jason Doyle goes up the inside of Steve Worrall, to take the lead in the opening heat.

Ipswich Witches | Match Coverage

'We need to step up more and support him': Witches skipper on Doyle

Mike Bacon

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Lifestyle

Property: How could the new laws for renters affect you?

rent online concept, woman using internet website for rental apartments, houses and flats

Rebecca MacNaughton

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The government has unveiled new laws for the private rental sector, making Section 21 'no fault' evictions illegal and outlawing blanket bans.

Residential Terrace Houses in Whitstable, Kent, uk

Personal Finance | Promotion

OPINION: Homeowners risk being under-insured

Peter Sharkey

The cottage in Stuston is set to be sold at auction with Brown & Co

Suffolk Live News

Derelict north Suffolk cottage with £220k guide price to be sold at auction

Matthew Earth

The early morning sun shines down on these tennis fans at Wimbledon on July 3, 1976

Nostalgia | Gallery

A scorching summer: The Heatwave of 1976 in 25 photos

Ben Craske

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Graph with increasing of the fuel price market

Personal Finance | Promotion

OPINION: How 'under the cosh' motorists can save cash

Peter Sharkey