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The town centre school founded on generosity

The town centre school founded on generosity

The town centre school founded on generosity

10 June 2023

A historian looks at the origins of this town centre school.


‘I never gave up’: Reg finally finds his brothers and sister after 45-year search

‘I never gave up’: Reg finally finds his brothers and sister after 45-year search

‘I never gave up’: Reg finally finds his brothers and sister after 45-year search

03 June 2023

A grandfather from Suffolk has shared his incredible life story after meeting all of his siblings for the first time, after a 45-year search.


Braving hostile terrain to bring ancient tradition back to life in the 21st century

Braving hostile terrain to bring ancient tradition back to life in the 21st century

Braving hostile terrain to bring ancient tradition back to life in the 21st century

29 May 2023

It dates back over 1,000 years and was once a vital way of preserving your boundary – we meet villagers reviving ‘beating the bounds’.


‘It was disgusting’: Woman recalls moment she was ‘groped’ by Rolf Harris

‘It was disgusting’: Woman recalls moment she was ‘groped’ by Rolf Harris

‘It was disgusting’: Woman recalls moment she was ‘groped’ by Rolf Harris

26 May 2023

A Suffolk woman has recalled the moment she was ‘groped’ by convicted paedophile Rolf Harris who has died.


The phone calls that are a lifeline to people struggling to cope

The phone calls that are a lifeline to people struggling to cope

The phone calls that are a lifeline to people struggling to cope

23 May 2023

More volunteers and funding are needed by a Suffolk branch of the Samaritans.


Impact of year-long roadworks: Communities used as ‘rat runs’ and footfall drops

Impact of year-long roadworks: Communities used as ‘rat runs’ and footfall drops

Impact of year-long roadworks: Communities used as ‘rat runs’ and footfall drops

22 May 2023

Three months since resurfacing work began on the A14, a business leader said he is ‘very concerned’ about the impact it is having.


Suffolk's highest ranking gay police officer on making a difference for the LGBT+ community

Suffolk's highest ranking gay police officer on making a difference for the LGBT+ community

Suffolk's highest ranking gay police officer on making a difference for the LGBT+ community

16 May 2023

Richard Burton discusses his career with Suffolk Police and stamping out prejudice.


How Suffolk Police are working to keep women safe from assaults and abuse

How Suffolk Police are working to keep women safe from assaults and abuse

How Suffolk Police are working to keep women safe from assaults and abuse

15 May 2023

“If someone abuses or sexually assaults you, that is not your fault. We need to keep you safe, and give you your choice back.”


Jack Savoretti talks about his musical inspirations, fatherhood and upcoming forest gig

Jack Savoretti talks about his musical inspirations, fatherhood and upcoming forest gig

Jack Savoretti talks about his musical inspirations, fatherhood and upcoming forest gig

13 May 2023

Our Six of the Best podcaster Kevin Hurst spoke to singer, songwriter and musician Jack Savoretti using questions from some of his biggest fans


See inside abandoned former courthouse ahead of major transformation

See inside abandoned former courthouse ahead of major transformation

See inside abandoned former courthouse ahead of major transformation

06 May 2023

Once buzzing building now lies empty after it was mothballed in 2016.


Royal mishap that raised smiles at tower event

Royal mishap that raised smiles at tower event

Royal mishap that raised smiles at tower event

25 April 2023

The inside story of the future King’s hands-on role and unstinting support for the building of Suffolk’s crowning glory.


‘She remained independent and full of life to the end’: Tributes paid to 100-year-old mother-of-five

‘She remained independent and full of life to the end’: Tributes paid to 100-year-old mother-of-five

‘She remained independent and full of life to the end’: Tributes paid to 100-year-old mother-of-five

23 April 2023

An inspirational and resilient mother-of-five who lived and worked in Suffolk for the majority of her life has died at the age of 100.


What happened to the Suffolk buildings once home to high street giant Woolworths?

What happened to the Suffolk buildings once home to high street giant Woolworths?

What happened to the Suffolk buildings once home to high street giant Woolworths?

22 April 2023

We reveal what became of the Suffolk buildings that were once home to Woolworths stores.


Malnutrition cases at hospital revealed but mystery as to why women more affected

Malnutrition cases at hospital revealed but mystery as to why women more affected

Malnutrition cases at hospital revealed but mystery as to why women more affected

21 April 2023

Cases of malnutrition at a hospital trust are highest among the elderly – although mystery surrounds why women are more affected than men.


Are salons cutting it in the fight for inclusivity?

Are salons cutting it in the fight for inclusivity?

Are salons cutting it in the fight for inclusivity?

14 April 2023

As West Suffolk becomes more diverse, we explore how the hairdressing industry could be playing catch-up.


Society to mark historic milestone celebrating 120 years of music and drama

Society to mark historic milestone celebrating 120 years of music and drama

Society to mark historic milestone celebrating 120 years of music and drama

12 April 2023

Since it set sail with HMS Pinafore in 1903, Bury St Edmunds Operatic and Dramatic Society has put on more than 200 shows.


Meet the mother and son team behind-the-scenes at recycling centre

Meet the mother and son team behind-the-scenes at recycling centre

Meet the mother and son team behind-the-scenes at recycling centre

04 April 2023

From hunting for lost keys and wedding rings to keeping people safe – we take a look at a day in the life of Suffolk's busy recycling centre workers.


Author's quest to seek out sacred spaces to connect with natural world

Author's quest to seek out sacred spaces to connect with natural world

Author's quest to seek out sacred spaces to connect with natural world

04 April 2023

SuffolkNews speaks to James Canton on his quest to seek out the peace and the power of what he calls sacred spaces.


'I’ll spend one afternoon a week doing endoscopy': Meet hospital's new chief executive

'I’ll spend one afternoon a week doing endoscopy': Meet hospital's new chief executive

'I’ll spend one afternoon a week doing endoscopy': Meet hospital's new chief executive

27 March 2023

New chief executive Dr Ewen Cameron has taken the helm of West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust with no doubt in his mind that huge challenges lie ahead.


Price increases and energy bill hikes: The challenges Suffolk leisure centre bosses face

Price increases and energy bill hikes: The challenges Suffolk leisure centre bosses face

Price increases and energy bill hikes: The challenges Suffolk leisure centre bosses face

21 March 2023

A leisure centre boss has spoken of the challenges faced by operators in the wake of the Chancellor's announcement of nearly £63m for swimming pools.


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