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A dangerous legacy planned

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:53:25 GMT

Since last week’s report about the proposed development of 51 houses in the centre of Long Melford, Babergh planners have revealed a document from their “independent highways consultant” that was missing from the original report and have launched yet another 14-day consultation period – the fifth in the last seven months.

Voters need to feel valued

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:52:46 GMT

I did not vote in the council elections – the first time in my life that I have not voted.

Tree blight fight is to focus on Arger Fen

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:41:39 GMT

Arger Fen in Assington is to become the centre of a research experiment in the fightback against a deadly disease affecting ash trees, it has been revealed.

Bobbies to spend 400 miles in the saddle over four days

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:16:39 GMT

Five bobbies will set off on a mammoth cycling fundraiser on Sunday – riding 400 miles in four days.

Community trio boost hall funds

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:12:45 GMT

Boxford Village Hall committee members Julian Fincham-Jacques and Veronica and Robert Hobbs raised nearly £2,000 for new hall lighting and flooring.

Pub goes military to mark VE Day

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:11:12 GMT

Military vehicles arrived at a specially camouflaged Great Cornard pub for three days of celebrations to mark VE Day over the weekend.

Rival bid unveiled to replace village hall

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:06:34 GMT

A parish council has applied for planning permission to build a new village hall.

Vicarage tea and cakes in Clare

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:05:41 GMT

The vicarage garden in Clare High Street is the place to go for tea, cakes and homemade produce on Saturday, May 25, when the Church of St Peter and St Paul stages its May fair from 2pm to 4.30pm.

New mayor hopes to see progress on town’s key issues

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:01:49 GMT

The new mayor of Sudbury has said he will dedicate himself to keeping the town thriving.

Help on housing ‘much needed’

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:48:33 GMT

A housing support officer is coming to Sudbury’s Citizens Advice Bureau in Newton Road every third Wednesday of the month to help with issues such as dealing with rent or mortgage arrears.

Spirits high for restoration of historic church

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:42:33 GMT

Fundraising to save a church which was built in Anglo-Saxon times and is rumoured to be haunted has been stepped up.

All set for biggest Hadleigh Show

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:33:29 GMT

Organisers of the Hadleigh Show, which takes place on Saturday, are reporting a significant rise in the number of livestock class entries this year.

‘Weird and wonderful stuff’ at Sudbury beer festival

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:53:02 GMT

The sound of popping wine bottle corks and ale-fuelled cheer will be heard next month in Sudbury at the annual beer, wine and cider festival.

Charities get share of £9k

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:52:20 GMT

Nearly £10,000 has been donated to charity by Sudbury mayor Jack Owen.

Death of man found in pond not being treated as suspicious

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:51:27 GMT

The death of a man who was found unconscious in a pond in Wattisham is not being treated as suspicious.

Animal charity fundraiser

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:10:35 GMT

Animal rescue charity Sesaw is holding a craft and gift fayre in Leavenheath on Saturday.

Soldiers receive medals

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:39:20 GMT

Prince Charles presented medals to soldiers at Wattisham airfield who fought in Afghanistan.

Bulmer gardens open to visitors

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:50:46 GMT

Green-fingered visitors can have a look around 12 gardens in Bulmer next month.

Arsonist starts shed fire

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:40:14 GMT

Police are hunting an arsonist who set fire to a shed fire in Hadleigh.

Open gardens in Alpheton and Shimpling

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:36:20 GMT

Residents in Alpheton and Shimpling will be raising funds for their respective churches by opening their gardens to the public next month.