Car crashes into telegraph pole
A WOMAN escaped injury when a Ford Focus ploughed into a telegraph pole in Ipswich this evening.
Fire crews called to washing machine blaze
FIREFIGHTERS were called to a washing machine blaze at a home in Ipswich this morning.
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.
Neighbours celebrate 33 years on
IPSWICH: It has long been argued that community spirit is dying – a victim of the Asbo culture, increasingly busy lives and the rise of cyberspace socialising.
Pair rescued from house roof
AN adult and a child were rescued by firefighters after getting stuck on the roof of a house.
Engineers puzzled by hole
IPSWICH: Baffled engineers were still scratching their heads today over what caused a huge hole to open up in the road outside a primary school.
Mural find turns back the clock for artist’s grandson
IPSWICH: Forgotten artworks are being dusted off in attics across the town today in the wake of the discovery of a hidden mural.
Rise in discrimination cases in county, warns race charity
suffolk: A charity fighting racial discrimination in Suffolk today raised concerns over increasing tensions – and warned of potential “flash points” as funding cuts bite.
Warden quits in meadow row
IPSWICH: A wildlife warden has stepped down amid a row over the controversial sale of land on the edge of town.
Lodger killer jailed for life
IPSWICH: A former Russian soldier who murdered his lodger using army combat moves is today starting an 18 year jail term.
Child abuse inquiry continues as ex-head found guilty
FORMER Suffolk headmaster Derek Slade is facing a long jail term after being convicted of abusing pupils during the 1970s and 1980s.
Crash driver caused death of mother,30
A YOUNG driver who caused the death of a mother in a “heavy head-to-head road collision” has been sentenced to 12 months in a young offenders’ institute.
Two rescued after boat runs aground
TWO people were rescued from a 30ft yacht after it ran aground and started to capsize on the River Orwell in Ipswich.
Slade stole our childhood, say paedophile’s victims.
AS predatory paedophile Derek Slade faces the prospect of a long jail term after being convicted of more than 50 offences involving child sex abuse, child pornography and beatings, his victims today spoke of their stolen childhoods.
PO raid suspect rebailed
A MAN arrested in connection with four raids at Capel St Mary Post Office has today been rebailed by police.
Woman admits park attack
IPSWICH: An Ipswich woman has admitted her part in an attack which left a 21-year-old man fighting for his life.
Darcie’s winning grin
IPSWICH: She may only be 11 months old, but little Darcie Todd has already proved she can work the camera.
Pond drama sparks safety fears
IPSWICH: A disgruntled mum today called for stricter safety measures at Christchurch Park after her two-year-old son fell in a pond.
Former headteacher convicted of child sex offences
A FORMER Suffolk headmaster was today convicted of a string of sex offences on pupils in his care.
Tragic Sarah’s boyfriend to be extradited
A JUDGE has today ordered the extradition of an Ipswich man wanted in Spain over the murder of his girlfriend.
Fire at high school tackled
FIREFIGHTERS have tackled a kitchen fire at Westbourne Sports College in Ipswich.
Car crashes off A14 into road sign
A MAN was feared to be injured and slumped at the wheel of his car following an accident on the A14 today.
Lecturer admits child porn charges
A FORMER lecturer at University Campus Suffolk has today pleaded guilty to making and possessing indecent photographs of children.
Hole lot of trouble – just as school opens for new term
IPSWICH: Motorists and pedestrians found themselves in a hole lot of bother today after a massive chasm opened up in the road.
District leading way in fight against harm from alcohol
SUFFOLK: People living in the Babergh area are among the least likely to suffer alcohol-related harm in England, figures revealed today.
Post Office raid suspect released on bail
A MAN arrested in connection with four raids at Capel St Mary Post Office has today been released by police officers on bail.
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.
Road blocked off after hole appears
AN Ipswich road has been cordoned off today after a section of the pavement and carriageway subsided.
Man handed prison term for nationwide driving test scam
IPSWICH: A man who travelled the country taking theory and practical driving tests for learners is today beginning a 20-month jail term.
Increase in number of pupils taking holidays in term time
SUFFOLK: The number of children being taken out of school for holidays increased dramatically between 2008 and 2009, new figures reveal today.
Two rescued after plane crash at sea
TWO people were winched to safety by helicopter moments after their light aircraft crash-landed into the sea off the Suffolk coast last night.
Ex-soldier guilty of killing lodger
A FORMER soldier has been found guilty of murdering his lodger at his Ipswich home and then dumping the body near Framlingham.
Wind turbine plans revealed
A DEVELOPER last night said he hoped a local community would back his plans to install three wind turbines on land close to a Suffolk beauty spot.
Voice of the Blues to cross the border
SUFFOLK: Popular local radio station Heart FM is set to widen its audience to cover the entire East Anglia region from next week.
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