Suffolk News

08/02/2025

Congratulations to Joe and Ned!

A young car mechanic and a construction worker have scooped top college apprenticeship awards.

08/02/2025

A hair and beauty salon has undergone a makeover and created more jobs as it celebrates its 20 years

A Suffolk salon has undergone a big makeover of its own and created new jobs as it celebrates its 20th anniversary.

08/02/2025

Did you know that 2025 is the year of the snake? Curious about why, when it takes place and the story behind it? Read on!

From customs and traditions, to food and the Chinese zodiac, private chef Lilian Hiw takes us through the Chinese New Year festival.

08/02/2025

“Pupils thrive at this school. They enjoy their lessons and talk enthusiastically about what they have learned" - Inspector

A village school where pupils ‘thrive’ is delighted with the comments of Ofsted inspectors, who rated it outstanding in three out of five areas.

08/02/2025

's Cameron Burgess believes Town are capable of following in the ' footsetps ahead of their tie today

Ahead of taking on Coventry City, Cameron Burgess believes Ipswich Town have the squad to try and match their opponents’ memorable FA Cup run.

08/02/2025

“It was very busy on the opening weekend and it’s been busy ever since"

Rather than the traditional pub model, the new owners have found success with a vibe described as ‘more Soho than Suffolk’.

08/02/2025

Residents have discussed long-running HGV and parking problems – and suggested a park and ride service and lorry park. Do you agree?

Frustrated estate residents have discussed long-running HGV and parking problems with their MP – and suggested a park and ride service and lorry park.

07/02/2025

‘It is a truth universally acknowledged’ that Pride and Prejudice is a Jane Austen classic and last night three impressive actors brought the story to life at a Suffolk theatre: 📖❤️

SuffolkNews has been to watch a three-person adaptation of Jane Austin classic Pride and Prejudice and this is what we thought.

07/02/2025

“This lack of emergency planning is absolutely shocking."

Campaigners have raised concerns over the potential lack of emergency plans at a US base, which they believe could be stationing nuclear weapons.

07/02/2025

Officers would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident:

A teenager was hit in the face and racially abused by a group of young people.

07/02/2025

"The windmill is a historic site, but without active engagement, it risks becoming a forgotten relic."

Plans for a dog pool in a village will need a further decision despite gathering overwhelming support.

07/02/2025

Kieran McKenna has spoken on the goalkeeping options at following the deadline day signing of Alex Palmer:

Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna has given his thoughts on the club’s goalkeeping options following the deadline day signing of Alex Palmer.

07/02/2025

The road was blocked for about 30 minutes:

A road on a town estate was blocked after a lorry and a bus travelling in opposite directions became stuck.

07/02/2025

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07/02/2025

An attacker is set to return from injury for the FA Cup tomorrow against Frank Lampard's Coventry City but goalkeeper Christian Walton has been ruled out for eight weeks:

An Ipswich Town attacker is set to return from injury for the FA Cup fourth round but a goalkeeper has been ruled out for eight weeks.

07/02/2025

Something to be aware of if travelling in the area:

Part of a town centre road has been closed for emergency repairs.

07/02/2025

Firefighters and police were called to the incident:

Drivers in a town faced delays after a three-vehicle crash on a roundabout.

07/02/2025

"Clearly, bus service reductions are not exclusive to rural communities, but perhaps that's where they are more acutely felt."

A new taskforce has been set up to improve 'vital' rural bus services in a district, with results expected by the summer.