Car crashes into telegraph pole
A WOMAN escaped injury when a Ford Focus ploughed into a telegraph pole in Ipswich this evening.
Boy stuck on roof rescued by fire crew
A 10-YEAR-old boy had to be rescued from the roof of Woodbridge railway station today by firefighters.
Tumble dryer blaze sparks fire alert
MORE than a dozen firefighters were sent to the Black Tiles public house in Black Tiles Lane, Martlesham, today after a fire broke out in a tumble dryer.
Lecturer admits child porn charges
A FORMER lecturer at University Campus Suffolk has today pleaded guilty to making and possessing indecent photographs of children.
Trio to appear in court over string of burglaries
THREE men will appear in court in Ipswich today charged in connection with a series of burglaries across Suffolk and Essex.
Concerns raised over epilepsy care
A COUNCILLOR whose daughter suffers from severe epilepsy has called for a greater awareness of the condition in a bid to break the stigma that surrounds it.
Wet weather spells disaster for region’s tourist industry
TOURISM in the region has been badly hit by this month’s heavy rainfall - nearly three times heavier than expected - which has brought visitor numbers to the area’s attractions down by up to 15%.
Secret to 109-year-old’s long life is ‘hard work’
BELIEVED to be one of Suffolk’s oldest residents, Kathleen Grimwood has just celebrated her 109th birthday.
Hospital to become a meditation centre
A FORMER hospital is set to be converted into a silent meditation retreat teaching the ancient relaxation techniques of the Buddha.
Two jailed in crime crackdown
SUFFOLK: Two men have been jailed as Suffolk police continue to crackdown on crime and anti-social behaviour.
Man in court over Spar shop robbery
A MAN will appear in court today charged in connection with a robbery at an Ipswich convenience store.
Flooding causes havoc for drivers
TORRENTIAL downpours battering Suffolk overnight have resulted in localised flooding across the county today, creating hazardous conditions for drivers.
Knife-wielding robber steals cash from shop
Police are appealing for witnesses after a knife-wielding robber stole cash from a Spar shop in Woodbridge Road in Ipswich yesterday evening.
Pupils celebrate exam success
GCSE students enjoyed a stunning set of results last night on a day of academic celebration for Suffolk.
GCSE results – East Suffolk
STUDENTS across east Suffolk were beginning to discover this morning whether two years of hard work had paid off as they collected their GCSE results.
Pioneering school plans launched
A COMMUNITY group fighting to protect the future of learning in their Suffolk market town is set to take advantage of new Government plans and launch a pioneering bid to run their own school.
A-level results – east Suffolk
STUDENTS across Suffolk were praised by their headteachers as sixth-formers celebrated another record-breaking year of A-level results.
Three car crash blocks village road
EMERGENCY services were called to a village this morning after a three vehicle collision.
Shortage of retained firefighters revealed
A CHRONIC shortage of retained firefighters in Suffolk has led to nearly 90 incidents since January in which the nearest crew has been unable to respond to a 999 call, the EADT can reveal.
Top star ratings for food firms
SIX food producers from Suffolk and north Essex have received top-raking three gold star ratings in the 2010 Great Taste Awards.
Bail extended for club shooting suspect
IPSWICH: Police have extended bail for a 23-year-old man arrested in relation to a shooting in a town centre club last year.
Ipswich fans travel 2,144 miles for two games
THEY have travelled a combined 2,144 miles in just three days following their beloved Ipswich Town.
Death crash driver ‘robbed little boy of his daddy’
THE DEVASTATED family of a Suffolk man whose four-year-old son was left fatherless when he was killed in a car crash have said they will never forgive the drink driver who caused the accident.
‘Audacious’ thief takes charity box
A THIEF made off with a charity collection box after distracting post office staff.
New nuclear reactor gets the green light
GOVERNMENT PLANS to press ahead with a new nuclear power reactor have been welcomed by a Suffolk MP.
Delays for drivers as gas pipe replaced
THE first stage of a £500,000 project to replace a gas main gets under way today – with bosses vowing to keep any disruption to a minimum.
Woman hurt in Melton crash
A woman was taken to hospital today after a three-car crash at the Melton crossroads near Woodbridge.
Residents force to leave homes in fire drama
AN investigation is under way after a major fire in a flat above a Suffolk hairdressers forced residents to leave their homes early today.
Two years in jail for ‘joke’ bank robber,54
A MAN who attempted to rob a Suffolk bank and claimed it was intended as a joke has been sentenced to two years in prison.
Crime fears voiced
FRUSTRATED residents have called on police to name and shame a gang of youths who they believe are responsible for a string of crimes in their community.
‘X-Files’ UFO documents shed new light on ‘Suffolk’s Roswell’
HUNDREDS of detailed documents relating to Suffolk’s most famous UFO incident have been released by the Government.
Festival to celebrate coastal countryside
BOSSES have revealed plans for a brand new festival that will celebrate some of Suffolk’s most beautiful countryside.
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