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Chocolate attraction seeks alcohol licence to expand events and expereinces

Chocolate attraction seeks alcohol licence to expand events and expereinces

A popular chocolate attraction is hoping to broaden its visitor offering after applying for a licence to serve alcohol.

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Victoria Humphrey

Long-awaited plans for new Lidl supermarket finally approved after months of debate

Long-awaited plans for new Lidl supermarket finally approved after months of debate

Plans for a long-awaited Lidl supermarket have been approved to pave the way for a Suffolk town's first major supermarket.

previous day 8

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Victoria Humphrey

Plans move forward to restore former hotel to its former glory

Plans move forward to restore former hotel to its former glory

A long-awaited project to bring a historic building back into use in a market town has taken another step forward.

previous day 10

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New village hall finally ready to open after decade-long project

New village hall finally ready to open after decade-long project

A long-awaited village hall is finally ready to open its doors in a community that saw an arson attack destroy a similar building.

previous day 9

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Nine Norfolk and Suffolk bids vying for Town of Culture take next step with postcards

Nine Norfolk and Suffolk bids vying for Town of Culture take next step with postcards

The next stage in the battle to be named the most cultural place in our region has seen postcards being created describing which towns hope to be...

previous day 10

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Parking fears grow as locals warn plans could hit trade and access

Parking fears grow as locals warn plans could hit trade and access

Fears are growing in a market town that proposed parking changes could hit traders and push problems into neighbouring streets.

previous day 10

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Victoria Humphrey

Devastated dog owner dies days after 'dangerous' pets put down after police visit

Devastated dog owner dies days after 'dangerous' pets put down after police visit

A dog owner was found dead days after his two pets were put down after being visited by police.

previous day 9

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New 'temporary' one-way system that could last years sparks fury among locals

New 'temporary' one-way system that could last years sparks fury among locals

A new one-way system has sparked confusion and fury among locals in a south Norfolk village.

previous day 8

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Victoria Humphrey

Town post office forced to temporarily close

Town post office forced to temporarily close

A town's post office has been forced to temporarily close.

thursday 10

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Mosque leader who welcomes people of all faiths appointed town councillor

Mosque leader who welcomes people of all faiths appointed town councillor

The Imam behind a rural village mosque that welcomes visitors of all backgrounds has become a town councillor.

thursday 10

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Victoria Humphrey

Alternative school operating before planning decision sparks local concerns

Alternative school operating before planning decision sparks local concerns

Villagers have raised a series of concerns about an alternative provision education provider operating while a retrospective planning application...

thursday 10

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GP surgery warns of longer waits as staff sickness cuts capacity

GP surgery warns of longer waits as staff sickness cuts capacity

Beccles Medical Centre has warned of longer waiting times due to reduced "clinical capacity" from unexpected staff sickness.

01.07.2026 10

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War-zone entertainer and drag ballerina brings bingo show to town

War-zone entertainer and drag ballerina brings bingo show to town

An entertainer who performed for troops overseas and witnessed the aftermath of a sewage-related explosion at a now-closed nightclub is set to take...

01.07.2026 10

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Victoria Humphrey

War-zone entertainer and drag ballerina brings bingo show to town

War-zone entertainer and drag ballerina brings bingo show to town

An entertainer who performed for troops overseas and witnessed the aftermath of a sewage-related explosion at a now-closed nightclub is set to take...

01.07.2026 10

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Victoria Humphrey

Former teacher launches app to help children find their next great read

Former teacher launches app to help children find their next great read

A former teacher has launched a digital library to help children who love reading find their next book without delay.

30.06.2026 10

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Holiday lets planned as countryside garage could become retreats near the Broads

Holiday lets planned as countryside garage could become retreats near the Broads

A rural outbuilding could soon be transformed into a stylish getaway location after plans emerged to convert a Norfolk garage into two holiday lets.

30.06.2026 10

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Pilates studio shortlisted for national business award just weeks after opening

Pilates studio shortlisted for national business award just weeks after opening

A newly opened Pilates studio has already been shortlisted for a top national business award, just weeks after launching.

29.06.2026 10

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Nearly 100-year-old pet shop to be split into two units after closure

Nearly 100-year-old pet shop to be split into two units after closure

Plans have been lodged to convert a nearly 100-year-old pet supply shop into two retail units.

29.06.2026 10

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Hopes for crossing safety boosted as 'dragon's teeth' markings approved

Hopes for crossing safety boosted as 'dragon's teeth' markings approved

Plans to paint "dragon's teeth" road markings at courtesy crossings in a Suffolk town have been approved but uncertainty remains over when work will...

28.06.2026 10

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Norfolk rivers at 'exceptionally low' levels as wildlife risk grows

Norfolk rivers at 'exceptionally low' levels as wildlife risk grows

Rivers in Norfolk and across the county border in Suffolk are under strain after one of the driest starts to the year.

27.06.2026 10

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Protests grow over removal of town's only remaining phone box

Protests grow over removal of town's only remaining phone box

Plans to remove a town's last remaining phone box have sparked renewed opposition as Rotarians stepped up with a bid to save it.

27.06.2026 10

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Victoria Humphrey

Ram-raid aftermath sparks plans to restore historic Nationwide branch shopfront

Ram-raid aftermath sparks plans to restore historic Nationwide branch shopfront

Plans have been submitted to restore a Grade-II listed Nationwide Building Society branch following a dramatic ram-raid that left the shopfront...

26.06.2026 10

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Victoria Humphrey

Heatwave rush sees lido sessions sell out as hottest day looms ahead

Heatwave rush sees lido sessions sell out as hottest day looms ahead

A town centre lido has warned swimmers not to turn up without a booking after sessions sold out on what could be the hottest day of the year.

26.06.2026 10

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Fundraiser to grant car-mad boy with rare illness joy and memories

Fundraiser to grant car-mad boy with rare illness joy and memories

A fundraiser has been launched to support a seven-year-old boy who has been diagnosed with an incredibly rare, life-limiting condition.

26.06.2026 10

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Well-used town centre car park to close for around a week

Well-used town centre car park to close for around a week

A well-used town centre car park is set to be closed for a week.

26.06.2026 10

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Wood-fired sauna and cold plunge experience heading to market town

Wood-fired sauna and cold plunge experience heading to market town

An outdoor sauna and cold plunge experience is coming to a market town for a two-day pop-up event.

26.06.2026 10

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Villages near Norfolk/Suffolk border among worst areas for 999 response times

Villages near Norfolk/Suffolk border among worst areas for 999 response times

Police are taking longer to reach 999 emergencies in the Beccles and Bungay area than in most of Suffolk.

26.06.2026 10

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New lingerie boutique opening to focus on inclusivity and perfect fit

New lingerie boutique opening to focus on inclusivity and perfect fit

A new independent lingerie boutique is preparing to open its doors this weekend.

25.06.2026 10

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Town centre bar and café closes after building changes hands

Town centre bar and café closes after building changes hands

A town centre coffee and cocktail bar at the heart of a long-running planning row has closed temporarily after being sold to new owners.

25.06.2026 10

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RAF to fly rare Second World War aircraft over Suffolk town

RAF to fly rare Second World War aircraft over Suffolk town

They are three famous RAF planes that helped to beat Nazi Germany in the war and soared into the public imagination.

25.06.2026 10

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Victoria Humphrey

Locals object as expansion plans for vulnerable adult HMO sparks concerns

Locals object as expansion plans for vulnerable adult HMO sparks concerns

A bid to expand a house of multiple occupation (HMO) for adults with complex emotional needs has sparked fresh concern from neighbours.

25.06.2026 10

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Food bank burglar apologies and makes amends after repeated thefts

Food bank burglar apologies and makes amends after repeated thefts

A burglar who broke into a local food bank and took goods has apologised to volunteers.

24.06.2026 10

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Heat delays surgery car park resurfacing as patients warned of disruption

Heat delays surgery car park resurfacing as patients warned of disruption

Work to resurface the car park at Bungay Medical Practice is continuing, but hot weather has delayed the setting of new tarmac.

24.06.2026 10

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Scaffolding removed after pigeon leaves nest at ram raided Nationwide

Scaffolding removed after pigeon leaves nest at ram raided Nationwide

After a ram raid, months of lingering scaffolding and a nesting pigeon causing delays, life is beginning to return to normal for a building society...

24.06.2026 10

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Town social club marks one-year anniversary in community

Town social club marks one-year anniversary in community

A social club in Loddon has marked its first anniversary, thanking the community that has kept the venue going.

24.06.2026 10

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Countryside leisure site applies to hold events and serve alcohol

Countryside leisure site applies to hold events and serve alcohol

A countryside leisure site aiming to expand its events offering has submitted a new premises licence application.

24.06.2026 10

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Village pub pauses kitchen again after apologising for food service issues

A village pub that has apologised for the disruption to its food service has now announced it will pause its kitchen once again over the summer.

23.06.2026 10

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Plans for 50 homes draws opposition in peaceful Suffolk village

Frustration is mounting in a peaceful Suffolk village as a flurry of fresh objections continues to pour in over plans for a 50-home development.

23.06.2026 10

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Major £130,000 repair works for town landmark to start

A major £130,000 repair and refurbishment project is set to begin on one of Suffolk's most recognisable historic landmarks.

23.06.2026 10

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I braved a swim at Suffolk's newest designated bathing spot

Our reporter Victoria Humphrey has dived into Suffolk's newest designated bathing site. Here is what she thought of her dip at Falcon Meadow in...

23.06.2026 10

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Town's last phone box faces removal after BT says it is no longer viable

A listed telephone kiosk faces removal after BT said it is no longer financially viable to keep it running.

23.06.2026 10

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Overnight resurfacing at medical centre car park set to cause disruption to locals

An overnight revamp of a medical centre's car park will take place this week.

22.06.2026 10

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Homeowner overturns council ban on floodlighting for new padel court

A homeowner has won a planning appeal after council officials blocked his floodlighting on a newly built padel court.

22.06.2026 10

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Independent town centre bookshop announces closure date

An independent bookshop in Suffolk has confirmed the date it will close its doors for the final time.

20.06.2026 10

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Bid to convert home into supported accommodation for young people

A residential home could be transformed into a supported accommodation for young people.

19.06.2026 10

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£400,000 needed to save vital community service

A vital service must raise £400,000 to secure a permanent Suffolk base or risk closure.

19.06.2026 10

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Pensioner left 'distressed' after vehicle stolen for second time

A pensioner has been left "distressed" and without transport after her car was stolen while awaiting recovery following a breakdown.

19.06.2026 7

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Concerns raised over plans for 260 new homes on town outskirts

A proposed 260-home housing development has sparked criticism from locals.

18.06.2026 10

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The most crime-hit streets in a rural neighbourhood revealed

Loddon's most crime-hit streets have been revealed, with nearly two offences a day being recorded across the policing neighbourhood.

18.06.2026 10

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Lidl wins back support for new supermarket after revised plans

Town leaders and highways officials who had previously raised concerns over plans for a new Lidl have softened their stance.

18.06.2026 10

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