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Woman stabbed in Ipswich home featured in Channel 4 show

The investigation into Sharon Farthing's stabbing in her Ipswich home will be featured in Channel 4's 999: What Happens Next.

Sharon Farthing was stabbed in her own home in Ipswich. The investigation into the case will be featured in Channel 4's 999: What Happens Next, which airs tonight.

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via Ipswich Star6h ago

Stretch of A12 closes for TWO weeks

The A12 at Hacheston in Suffolk has been closed for two weeks for roadworks as part of the Sizewell project.

2 outlets6h ago

Felixstowe man with 200 offences ordered to pay £700

A Felixstowe man with over 200 previous offences was ordered to pay over £700 after threatening a police officer and admitting thefts.

A Felixstowe man with over 200 previous offences was ordered to pay over £700 after threatening a police officer and admitting thefts in Suffolk. He told the officer to 'move hand a bit higher sweetheart' during the incident.

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2 outlets6h ago

East of England drivers among most dangerous in country

New data shows drivers in the East of England are among the most dangerous in the country.

New data has revealed that drivers in the East of England rank among the most dangerous in the country. The data highlights road safety concerns specific to the region.

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via BBC Suffolk6h ago

Motorcyclist, 21, dies after three-vehicle crash

The motorcyclist is identified as Connor Young from Brampton near Beccles.

2 outlets7h ago

Specialist rape courts planned across England and Wales

Specialist rape courts are planned for Ipswich and every crown court in England and Wales.

Specialist rape courts are to be established in Ipswich and at every crown court across England and Wales. Suffolk figures have warned that funding may present a problem for the initiative.

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via East Anglian Daily Times7h ago

Biker, 21, dies after crash involving lorry and van outside dairy

A man in his 20s has died after a three-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle, HGV and van on Flixton Road, Bungay.

via East Anglian Daily Times7h ago

Wanted man arrested 100 miles away after four-month police hunt

Riley Marrison, wanted on recall to prison, was arrested in Northamptonshire on September 18 after four months on the run, Suffolk Police confirm.

2 outlets7h ago

A12 cameras record 3,016 speeding offences since September

An A12 Martlesham speed camera has recorded 3,016 speeding offences in a 50mph zone since September 2024.

The A12 Martlesham speed camera has recorded 3,016 offences in a 50mph zone since September 2024. Separate data shows 554 red-light violations near Ipswich during the same period.

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2 outlets7h ago

Bird strike delays Ipswich to Peterborough train service

A bird struck a Greater Anglia train, forcing the 10am Ipswich to Peterborough service to stop.

The 10am Ipswich to Peterborough Greater Anglia service was forced to stop after a bird hit the train, causing a delay to the service.

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via East Anglian Daily Times7h ago

Person in hospital after crash and vehicle fire closes A47

The A47 southbound at Rackhams Corner in Corton is currently closed due to a collision and vehicle fire.

via East Anglian Daily Times7h ago

Decades-long mystery of unusual structure on Suffolk coast finally answered

A more than 30-year mystery surrounding a 50-metre concrete ring at the National Trust's Orford Ness on the Suffolk coast has finally been answered.

via East Anglian Daily Times8h ago

Armultra wins first offshore wind inspection contract and acquires fabrication firm

Engineering firm Armultra is building momentum in the offshore wind sector after securing its first inspection contract with RWE.

3 outlets8h ago

Ed Sheeran apologises for mistakes during tour controversy

Ed Sheeran has apologised for mistakes made during his US tour following controversy over Macklemore's removal.

Macklemore was reportedly dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour after making pro-Palestinian remarks on stage. Sheeran apologised to fans for mistakes during the tour and spoke about Israel and Gaza. The singer was subsequently mocked in sketches on SNL UK over the controversy.

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2 outlets8h ago

Felixstowe restaurant named among world's best by Tripadvisor

Loca Bar and Restaurant in Felixstowe has received a Travellers' Choice Award from Tripadvisor.

Loca Bar and Restaurant in Felixstowe has been recognised with a Travellers' Choice Award from Tripadvisor, placing it among the world's best restaurants according to the review platform's criteria.

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via East Anglian Daily Times8h ago

Norfolk chef Richard Bainbridge wins Outstanding Achievement Award

Norfolk chef Richard Bainbridge of Benedicts in Norwich wins the Outstanding Achievement Award at the Norfolk and Suffolk Magazine Food & Drink Awards 2026.

via East Anglian Daily Times9h ago

My daughter was told she was costing NHS lots of money before she died

An inquest into the death of Bury St Edmunds woman Hannah West has opened at Suffolk Coroners Court

via BBC Suffolk9h ago

Girl, 10, doubles fundraising goal after sea swim

Clara swims in the sea every day for a year to raise money for her local RNLI lifeboat station.

via East Anglian Daily Times9h ago

Busy bridge to close for three nights this week for works

The public is advised that the Gull Wing bridge in Lowestoft will be closed overnight for three nights this week for maintenance works.

via East Anglian Daily Times9h ago

Town centre shop closed down due to illegal activity fears

A shop at the centre of ongoing illegal activity has been shut down following a joint investigation in Suffolk.

via Ipswich Star10h ago

5 more of the oldest Ipswich businesses still trading today

Fenn Wright, Carats, The Spread Eagle, Maud's Attic and Berridges are among the oldest Ipswich businesses still trading today

2 outlets10h ago

Family opens eye portrait studio capturing iris patterns

A photography studio capturing the vibrant patterns of the human eye has opened at Stonham Barns retail park near Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk.

A new photography studio specialising in iris portraits has opened at Stonham Barns retail park near Debenham in Suffolk. The studio captures detailed images of the vibrant patterns found in the human eye.

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via East Anglian Daily Times10h ago

St Edmundsbury Cathedral to host star-studded farming heritage festival

A festival celebrating Britain's farming heritage is set to take place at Bury St Edmunds Cathedral, Suffolk.

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Emeli Sandé adds Ipswich date to anniversary tour

Emeli Sandé has announced an Ipswich date for her Our Version of Events anniversary tour.

The BRIT Award winner will perform at the Regent on 29 January 2027 as part of a 15th anniversary tour of her album Our Version of Events. The additional date was added following phenomenal demand.

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2 outlets10h ago

Work begins on new teaching block at Ipswich school

Work has begun on a new teaching block at Ormiston Endeavour Academy in Ipswich.

Construction has started on a new teaching block at Ormiston Endeavour Academy on Defoe Road in Ipswich. The project is described as a major addition to the school's facilities.

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via East Anglian Daily Times10h ago

Almost 50 tractors raise more than £3,200 for Cancer Research UK

Almost 50 tractors rolled through the countryside in support of Cancer Research UK.

via East Anglian Daily Times11h ago

79-tonne abnormal load to travel on A14 and A12 with delays expected

Drivers are expected to face delays as two abnormal loads are set to travel along the A14 and A12 in Suffolk.

2 outlets11h ago

Colchester Zoo welcomes four baby meerkats

Colchester Zoo has welcomed four baby meerkats.

Colchester Zoo has welcomed the arrival of four baby meerkats. The zoo is described as award-winning.

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via East Anglian Daily Times11h ago

Nostalgic archive photos that will transport you back to Bungay in the 1990s

Explore archive photos of 1990s Bungay, from Market Place and Victorian Christmas fairs to castle theatre, cycle races and Dinky's commemorative garden.

2 outlets11h ago

EasyJet cancels flights at Stansted after air traffic fault

EasyJet has cancelled some flights at Stansted Airport due to an air traffic fault.

EasyJet has cancelled flights at Stansted Airport following disruption caused by an air traffic fault. The airport has experienced a second such fault.

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via East Anglian Daily Times11h ago

Greggs bids to add outdoor seating area at town centre shop

A popular British bakery and fast-food chain is looking to add outdoor seating to one of its locations in Suffolk.

2 outlets12h ago

Suffolk coast named among UK's top September destinations

Suffolk has been named among the UK's top coastal destinations for September.

Suffolk, particularly the Shotley Peninsula, is recommended as a destination as summer ends and autumn arrives. The county has been recognised among the UK's top coastal destinations for September's weather.

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via East Anglian Daily Times12h ago

Teenager's gardening business blooms beyond expectations

Teenager Jack Kelly has grown The Cycling Gardener gardening business in Saxmundham.

via East Anglian Daily Times12h ago

Uninsured car seized and passenger found with Class B drugs

A car was seized after being driven without insurance and a passenger was found with Class B drugs between Crowfield and Coddenham in rural Mid Suffolk.

via East Anglian Daily Times13h ago

Proposed new air service to connect North Sea’s busiest energy hubs

How customer demand is driving LYGG’s plans for a new air service linking Norwich, Humber, Teesside and Aberdeen.

2 outlets13h ago

Long delays on A14 near Claydon junction cleared

Long delays on the A14 near junction 53 for Claydon have cleared after a broken down vehicle was removed.

The A14 near junction 53 for Claydon experienced significant delays due to a broken down vehicle. The obstruction has now been cleared.

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via East Anglian Daily Times13h ago

Disgraced former prince 'making the most of Norfolk life'

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is "making the most" of Norfolk life, according to reports.

2 outlets13h ago

New 24-hour gym to open in former Poundland unit

A 24-hour gym is opening in a building that formerly housed a Poundland store.

A new 24-hour gym is opening at a retail park in a building which once housed a Poundland store. The venue will be open round the clock.

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via East Anglian Daily Times13h ago

Suspected Russian spy ship launched drones at military bases - including in Suffolk

Russian drones have reportedly targeted airbases in Suffolk, including RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath.

via East Anglian Daily Times14h ago

Norfolk and Suffolk restaurants crowned winners at 2026 Food and Drink Awards

The Bildeston Crown and Brix & Bones in Norwich win Pub/Bar and Restaurant of the Year at the Norfolk and Suffolk Magazine Food & Drink Awards 2026 ceremony.