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How Suffolk libraries have turned the page to a new chapter

08 August 2021
How Suffolk libraries have turned the page to a new chapter

How Suffolk libraries have turned the page to a new chapter

08 August 2021

Libraries have always been gateways - giving millions access to knowledge, great literature, gripping stories, or just a good holiday read.


How a business went from a post-WWII secondhand shop to a thriving family firm

07 August 2021
How a business went from a post-WWII secondhand shop to a thriving family firm

How a business went from a post-WWII secondhand shop to a thriving family firm

07 August 2021

When Jerry Glasswell started selling secondhand furniture from a tiny town-centre shop in 1946, Britain was just emerging from the Second World War.


Is this the sensational truth about the fate of megastar Marilyn?

18 July 2021
Is this the sensational truth about the fate of megastar Marilyn?

Is this the sensational truth about the fate of megastar Marilyn?

18 July 2021

An LA detective has revealed new evidence about the death of Marilyn Monroe after he secured the help of a Suffolk-based writer to tell his story.


The Suffolk aristocrat who defied convention to escape the marriage market and control her own destiny

05 July 2021
The Suffolk aristocrat who defied convention to escape the marriage market and control her own destiny

The Suffolk aristocrat who defied convention to escape the marriage market and control her own destiny

05 July 2021

She was a child bride who had outlived three husbands by 26, but Elizabeth de Burgh then proved herself to be a woman way ahead of her time.


Film-maker's mission to bring the art of mindfulness to Suffolk schools

20 June 2021
Film-maker's mission to bring the art of mindfulness to Suffolk schools

Film-maker's mission to bring the art of mindfulness to Suffolk schools

20 June 2021

A BAFTA-winning Suffolk film-maker is on a mission to bring the art of mindfulness into the county's schools.


'If you put value on nature as a society we will have the drive to bring nature back': Suffolk Wildlife Trust turns 60

12 June 2021
'If you put value on nature as a society we will have the drive to bring nature back': Suffolk Wildlife Trust turns 60

'If you put value on nature as a society we will have the drive to bring nature back': Suffolk Wildlife Trust turns 60

12 June 2021

On the 60th anniversary of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust, chief executive Christina Luxton reflects on the wildlife that is slipping away in our county.


Which voluntary groups in Suffolk have received prestigious Queen's Award?

02 June 2021
Which voluntary groups in Suffolk have received prestigious Queen's Award?

Which voluntary groups in Suffolk have received prestigious Queen's Award?

02 June 2021

The work of hundreds of Suffolk people who give hours of their time to help others has been recognised with the highest award for voluntary service.


The amazing treasures found at region's National Trust properties

30 May 2021
The amazing treasures found at region's National Trust properties

The amazing treasures found at region's National Trust properties

30 May 2021

Every object tells a story... and the National Trust has more than a million to choose from.


How the legend of a fearsome dragon inspired a new novel

29 May 2021
How the legend of a fearsome dragon inspired a new novel

How the legend of a fearsome dragon inspired a new novel

29 May 2021

In the heart of the Stour valley lies a deep, dark, allegedly bottomless lake... the source of a sinister legend that dates back hundreds of years.


Meet Suffolk's professional declutterer Elizabeth

16 May 2021
Meet Suffolk's professional declutterer Elizabeth

Meet Suffolk's professional declutterer Elizabeth

16 May 2021

Everyone has spring cleaning on their minds and professional declutterer Elizabeth Wickes is here with her top tips for the occasion.


Meet Suffolk's new High Sheriff who hopes to show everything good about county

04 May 2021
Meet Suffolk's new High Sheriff who hopes to show everything good about county

Meet Suffolk's new High Sheriff who hopes to show everything good about county

04 May 2021

Suffolk’s new High Sheriff is taking on the role ready to uphold a long-established tradition of serving the community.


Meet the Suffolk artist who brings iconic cartoon characters to life

21 April 2021
Meet the Suffolk artist who brings iconic cartoon characters to life

Meet the Suffolk artist who brings iconic cartoon characters to life

21 April 2021

Cartoonist Barrie Appleby reflects on his long career animating Beano and Dandy characters such as Dennis the Menace, Roger the Dodger and Gnasher.


The Suffolk joker who kept villagers on their toes on April Fools Day for decades

01 April 2021
The Suffolk joker who kept villagers on their toes on April Fools Day for decades

The Suffolk joker who kept villagers on their toes on April Fools Day for decades

01 April 2021

For 20 years residents of one Suffolk village had more reason than most to keep their wits about them on April 1.


A look back at what life in Suffolk was like 50 years ago

20 March 2021
A look back at what life in Suffolk was like 50 years ago

A look back at what life in Suffolk was like 50 years ago

20 March 2021

With it being Census Day tomorrow, we take a look back at what life in Suffolk was like 50 years ago.


What was life like in Suffolk when the census was taken 100 years ago?

11 March 2021
What was life like in Suffolk when the census was taken 100 years ago?

What was life like in Suffolk when the census was taken 100 years ago?

11 March 2021

Census day 2021 is just around the corner. But what was life like when Suffolk householders filled in their census forms a century ago?


Artist James Wilkinson reflects on career which has seen him tour with the greats

01 March 2021
Artist James Wilkinson reflects on career which has seen him tour with the greats

Artist James Wilkinson reflects on career which has seen him tour with the greats

01 March 2021

Few could claim that art has taken them on tour with the Rolling Stones - but James Wilkinson is one of those who can.


All you need to know about GB's attempt to win the America's Cup - and the Suffolk sailor key to the effort

16 February 2021
All you need to know about GB's attempt to win the America's Cup - and the Suffolk sailor key to the effort

All you need to know about GB's attempt to win the America's Cup - and the Suffolk sailor key to the effort

16 February 2021

Sir Ben Ainslie is leading the UK's assault to win the coveted America's Cup. But Suffolk has eyes on another sailor.


This is how the tradition of celebrating Valentine's Day started

14 February 2021
This is how the tradition of celebrating Valentine's Day started

This is how the tradition of celebrating Valentine's Day started

14 February 2021

As the country faces its first locked-down February 14, we take a look back at how the tradition of Valentine's Day started.


The Bridgerton-esque adventures of Suffolk's bigamous duchess

09 February 2021
The Bridgerton-esque adventures of Suffolk's bigamous duchess

The Bridgerton-esque adventures of Suffolk's bigamous duchess

09 February 2021

The colourful life of Duchess Elizabeth Chudleigh wouldn’t be out of place amid the high society scandals of Netflix hit Bridgerton.


Death in Paradise creator reflects on Suffolk upbringing and writing the hit show

03 February 2021
Death in Paradise creator reflects on Suffolk upbringing and writing the hit show

Death in Paradise creator reflects on Suffolk upbringing and writing the hit show

03 February 2021

Death in Paradise was one of the most popular programmes on television and the show can trace its heritage all the way back to Suffolk.