Local News

Rail passengers travelling between Lowestoft and Beccles are set to benefit from new late evening train services later this month.

Police are appealing for help to find a wanted man with links to Lowestoft and Oulton Broad.

A woman from Lowestoft has become the first ever vessel godmother for ScottishPower Renewables after officially christening a new offshore wind installation ship linked to the East Anglia TWO project.

Halesworth Town Park is set to host the town’s Annual Parish Meeting alongside a full day of community activities and entertainment.

Calls are being made for free driving safety workshops for older motorists to be held in east Suffolk, including around Saxmundham.

Young people in Lowestoft are being encouraged to apply for a brand-new Youth Council aimed at giving them a stronger voice in the town’s future.

Cyclist injured after road rage incident Police are appealing for information after a cyclist was injured in a road rage incident at Kelsale, near Saxmundham.

The Pear Tree Fund is reminding people across the east Suffolk area that mental health support is available locally during Mental Health Awareness Week (11th to 17th May).

Beccles swimmer Will Ellard has secured an international title after winning gold in Berlin.

Drivers faced disruption on the A146 after a serious crash blocked part of the road between Gillingham and Stockton.

Pakefield Church has launched a fundraising appeal to help pay for urgent repairs needed to two fire exit doors.

A new public art exhibition is coming to Lowestoft Railway Station, showcasing work from emerging local artists.

A fundraiser has been launched to support the 759 Beccles Air Cadets, with a target of raising £750.

Reform UK has taken control of Suffolk County Council following Thursday’s local elections, ending two decades of Conservative leadership.

Suffolk Police have confirmed that a wanted man has been arrested in Leiston.

Voters across east Suffolk are being reminded that polling stations are open today for local elections.

A photographer from Lowestoft has received international recognition for her work supporting businesses through creative imagery.

New images have revealed progress on a railway line being built as part of the Sizewell C development near Leiston.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a reported incident at a shop in Reydon, near Southwold.

A Beccles buisness has reassured customers it remains open as usual – despite scaffolding staying in place for an unusual reason.

A traditional May Day fete is set to bring a full day of entertainment to Rumburgh, near Halesworth.

A new independent chair has been appointed to help decide how millions of pounds of investment will be spent in Lowestoft.

Smoke spotted across parts of east Suffolk has been linked to a large wildfire burning in the Netherlands.

A popular beauty spot in Leiston is now more accessible, following the completion of a new pathway at Hayling’s Pond.

Drivers using A146 in the Lowestoft and Beccles area are being urged to check dashcam footage after a reported road rage incident.

Plans for a major new development in Saxmundham are moving closer, with up to 800 homes proposed on land south of the town.