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News and updates from the county of #Suffolk, UK - we originally started this service on another app in 2012 and now happily here on Bluesky - Updates from the county include Ipswich, Woodbridge, Bury St. Edmunds, Stowmarket, Lowestoft, Sudbury, and more

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Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 2h

Packed crowds, fast runs, and quirky karts make derby a roaring success #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Packed crowds, fast runs, and quirky karts make derby a roaring success

Beccles Soapbox Derby draws hundreds as 14 teams race along Station Road, with Broadwater Boys winning the town centre’s biggest event yet.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 2h

Army sergeant accused of sexual assault at barracks party #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Army sergeant accused of sexual assault at barracks party

A Suffolk Army sergeant is accused of sexually assaulting a woman during a military social event at Colchester Garrison, a court has heard.

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Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 5h

Reform calls for referendum over migrant housing #Suffolk #BBCNews

Reform UK wants Suffolk referendum on migrants at ex-RAF base

If the motion is approved residents will be able to have a vote next year.

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Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 7h

'Booming bass' leads to beach venue bother #Suffolk #BBCNews

'Booming bass' leads to Beach Street venue bother in Felixstowe

A council is urged to review the premises licence of The Arena at a seafront entertainment venue.

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Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 14h

A14 delays cost Suffolk firms thousands as fresh push for upgrades begins #Suffolk #EastAnglia

A14 delays cost Suffolk firms thousands as fresh push for upgrades begins

Businesses in Suffolk are being urged to share their experiences of the A14 as part of a study aimed at driving long-term improvements.

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Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 14h

A14 delays cost Suffolk firms thousands as fresh push for upgrades begins #Suffolk #Ipswich

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A14 delays cost Suffolk firms thousands as fresh push for upgrades begins

Businesses in Suffolk are being urged to share their experiences of the A14 as part of a study aimed at driving long-term improvements.

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Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 15h

What will get unsure cyclists back on the saddle? #Suffolk #BBCNews

What will get unsure Suffolk cyclists back in the saddle?

The local transport authority is hoping to encourage more cycling, but some recall being hit by cars.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Victorian terrace converted into three flats up at auction #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Victorian terrace converted into three flats up at auction

A Victorian terrace house converted into three flats is set to go under the hammer next month.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Air ambulance lands in Ipswich park during emergency response #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Air ambulance lands in Ipswich park during emergency response

Air ambulance lands at Alderman Park near Ipswich’s Portman Road Stadium after a private property incident.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Primary school closes due to road safety concerns #Suffolk #BBCNews

Lakenheath primary school closes due to road safety concerns

Governors at Lakenheath Community Primary School say there have been "several near-miss incidents".

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

What does a raised threat level mean for US airbases in Suffolk? #Suffolk #BBCNews

What does a raised threat level mean for US airbases in Suffolk?

Higher security levels are imposed at US airbases in the UK, but what does that mean for Lakenheath and Mildenhall?

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Essex and Suffolk Water warns drought is far from over despite rainfall #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Essex and Suffolk Water warns drought is far from over despite rainfall

Parts of the region remain in a drought despite recent rainfall and a seven per cent drop in water usage, Essex and Suffolk Water has warned.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Seafront venue owner hits back at neighbours' noise complaint claims #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Seafront venue owner hits back at neighbours

The owner of Beach Street in Felixstowe, Charlie Manning, said entertainment had been "long established" at the seafront venue following…

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

'Gargantuan' turbines could be built on farmland #Suffolk #BBCNews

'Gargantuan' turbines could be built on farmland

Up to 32 turbines standing at 700ft are planned for the Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire border.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Benidorm star bringing stage show to Suffolk seaside town ahead of big-screen debut #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Benidorm star bringing stage show to Suffolk seaside town ahead of big-screen debut

A stage show starring a Benidorm actress is coming to Felixstowe ahead of its big-screen debut.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Benidorm star bringing stage show to Suffolk seaside town ahead of big-screen debut #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Benidorm star bringing stage show to Suffolk seaside town ahead of big-screen debut

A stage show starring a Benidorm actress is coming to Felixstowe ahead of its big-screen debut.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Boy's love of farming inspires tractor fundraiser #Suffolk #BBCNews

Suffolk boy's love of farming raises £1,000 in charity tractor run

Dexter, 10, says he feels "really happy and great" that so many people supported his charity event.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Watch: Police smash car window in prisoner pursuit #Suffolk #BBCNews

Watch: Police smash car window during absconded prisoner pursuit

The 28-year-old offender failed to return to HMP Hollesley Bay after being granted temporary release.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Unknown substance poured on car damages paintwork #Suffolk #BBCNews

Unknown substance poured on car in Sudbury causes damage

Its owner has been left with a "substantial repair bill", police say.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Honey and Harvey to open fifth Suffolk café and bring more baking in-house #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Honey and Harvey to open fifth Suffolk café and bring more baking in-house

Suffolk café chain Honey and Harvey is set to launch its fifth outlet at Base Business Park, Bentwaters, Rendlesham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, next week

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Honey and Harvey to open fifth Suffolk café and bring more baking in-house #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Honey and Harvey to open fifth Suffolk café and bring more baking in-house

Suffolk café chain Honey and Harvey is set to launch its fifth outlet at Base Business Park, Bentwaters, Rendlesham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, next week

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Fresh hope for rejected £2m wildlife hospital #Suffolk #BBCNews

Fresh hope for rejected Kirtling wildlife hospital plans

The government appoints an inspector to take a look at the project, which was refused twice.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Two women treated after fire breaks out in house #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Two women treated after fire breaks out in house

Emergency services were called to a house fire on Summer Road, Lowestoft, at around 5.45pm on Saturday (September 26).

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

'Exciting new chapter' as restaurant expands into new venue #Suffolk #Ipswich

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'Exciting new chapter' as restaurant expands into new venue

Marlowe's is taking over the kitchen at Martlesham Leisure on September 30.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

NHS trust apologises for Noah Woods data breach #Suffolk #BBCNews

Suffolk and Essex NHS trust apologises for Noah Woods data breach

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

'Gaming pays me double what I earned as a teacher' #Suffolk #BBCNews

'Gaming pays me double what I earned as a teacher'

Jarvs Tasker says it would have taken her 20 years as a teacher to make what she earns now.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Man 'manipulated and used' by women admits planning hotel sex with 12-year-old #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Max Mason-Crosby admitted making plans to have sex with a 12-year-old in a hotel, but denied showing her his penis covered in her blood.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Plans lodged for businesses at former ambulance centre #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Plans lodged for businesses at former ambulance centre

Retrospective plans have been lodged for a vehicle workshop and private hire business at Ipswich's former St John Ambulance Centre site.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Grassroots arts venue reopens after closure fears #Suffolk #BBCNews

Groundswell of support sees Bury St Edmunds' venue reopen

The family behind a music arts centre says its revival has been boosted by local support.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Man jailed for five years after grooming and sexually abusing Suffolk teenager #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Man jailed for five years after grooming and sexually abusing Suffolk teenager

Philip Hares was jailed for five years after his conviction for grooming and sexual offences involving a 14-year-old girl in Lowestoft.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Man jailed for five years after grooming and sexually abusing Suffolk teenager #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Man jailed for five years after grooming and sexually abusing Suffolk teenager

Philip Hares was jailed for five years after his conviction for grooming and sexual offences involving a 14-year-old girl in Lowestoft.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Death notices and funeral announcements from the East Anglian Daily Times #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Death notices and funeral announcements from the East Anglian Daily Times

Suffolk published 24 death notices last week.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Death notices and funeral announcements from the Ipswich Star #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Ipswich Star

Ipswich published 11 death notices last week.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

'Terrifying' stalker who spent over 500 days on a tag walks free despite jail time #Suffolk #EastAnglia

'Terrifying' stalker who spent over 500 days on a tag walks free despite jail time

A “jealous and possessive” Suffolk man who stalked his former partner, leaving her constantly looking over her shoulder, has been given a…

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Ed Sheeran dealt new blow as concerts called off #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Ed Sheeran dealt new blow as concerts called off

Ed Sheeran cancels two Gillette Stadium concerts in Massachusetts due to severe weather, amid controversy over Macklemore’s removal from his US…

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Noah Woods left playground through gap in fence, inquest hears #Suffolk #BBCNews

Noah Woods died after leaving park through gap in fence, inquest hears

An inquest hears details about the discovery of the three-year-old's body in a pond in his village.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Parking firm apologises over incorrect charges #Suffolk #BBCNews

Framlingham Co-op customers were incorrectly charged for parking

Ipserv says it incorrectly sent out fines to people who had followed the new parking rules.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Villagers left scratching heads over high speeds on their quiet lane #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Villagers left scratching heads over high speeds on their quiet lane

Suffolk Highways says Glemsford Quiet Lanes can retain 60mph limits, despite concerns from walkers, joggers, horse riders and mobility scooter users.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Man who crashed into town centre shop was driving 'carelessly' #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Man who crashed into town centre shop was driving

Ipswich driver Derrel Youngs was fined after crashing into GSB Jewellers in Upper Brook Street on October 26 and fleeing. He admitted careless…

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Farmer 'gutted' after he's locked out of lifeline £233m farm scheme #Suffolk #EastAnglia

A farmer from Haverhill, Suffolk, is distraught after spending hours filling in an application form for a support scheme - only to be shut out at…

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Risk of exploding beer cans sees popular drink taken off supermarket shelves #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Risk of exploding beer cans sees popular drink taken off supermarket shelves

A popular beer sold in UK supermarkets has been recalled over fears that the cans could explode.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Bin collection days to change after rollout issues #Suffolk #BBCNews

East Suffolk bin collection days to change after rollout issues

A council says the changes will improve collections in "hard to reach" areas.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Corrie Mckeague's mum: 'We did all we could to find him' #Suffolk #BBCNews

Corrie Mckeague's mum: 'I've given myself closure; my son's dead'

Nicola Urquhart speaks to the BBC on the 10th anniversary of her 23-year-old son's disappearance.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Live updates as council votes on £100,000 rebate after bin chaos #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Live updates as council votes on £100,000 rebate after bin chaos

Households in east Suffolk could receive a 0.2 council tax rebate as compensation for failings with the rollout of the Better Recycling bin…

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Live updates as council votes on £100,000 rebate after bin chaos #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Live updates as council votes on £100,000 rebate after bin chaos

Households in east Suffolk could receive a 0.2 council tax rebate as compensation for failings with the rollout of the Better Recycling bin…

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Young engineers race self-built electric cars at Norfolk’s historic Hethel track #Suffolk #EastAnglia

Young engineers race self-built electric cars at Norfolk’s historic Hethel track

Students raced self-built electric cars at Hethel as Greenpower and the Dudgeon Community Fund inspired STEM talent.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Probe into 'malicious communications' that evacuated school continues #Suffolk #Ipswich

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Police are continuing to investigate an incident of “malicious communication” at Stoke High School in Ipswich.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Medieval gold ring fails to sell at auction #Suffolk #BBCNews

Medieval ring found by Suffolk detectorists fails to sell

Two detectorists hoped the 14th Century ring would sell for between £25,000 and £30,000.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Will another village 'roar' over asylum plans? #Suffolk #BBCNews

Will another village 'roar' over asylum plans?

Barnham Parish Council is considering following Piddington's lead to leave the UK.

Suffolk @suffolkuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

£190k investment to transform leisure centre gym in major upgrade #Suffolk #EastAnglia

£190k investment to transform leisure centre gym in major upgrade

Haverhill Leisure Centre’s gym will close from September 28 to October 2 for a £190,000 upgrade, with new EGYM equipment funded by West Suffolk…