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  • Jan 10, 2025 | suffolknews.co.uk | Barry Peters

    A Forest School area in Haverhill has received a glowing upgrade, thanks to a generous donation from a well-known local firepit creator. Clements Primary Academy in Greenfields Way was gifted a brand-new firepit bowl and tripod from the Firepit Company, which will enhance their outdoor learning experience and provide students with opportunities to develop valuable life skills. The Firepit Company, located in Helions Bumpstead, is run by Jason and Diana André, who took over the business last year.

  • Dec 10, 2024 | suffolknews.co.uk | Barry Peters

    Three men were arrested for trying to throw banned items into a prison after a countryside manhunt. Haverhill Police were called to HMP Highpoint, in Stradishall, on Sunday after reports the individuals were attempting to covertly throw the items over its barriers. The local beat officers attended and apprehended one of the trio straight away along with the vehicle they had arrived in.

  • Nov 26, 2024 | suffolknews.co.uk | Barry Peters

    Two towns have gained new ‘reverse vending machines’ following a six month trial. West Suffolk Council announced, thanks to an ‘enthusiastic response’, it had installed the new Trovr maxchines at Howden Insurance, in Brentgovel Street, Bury St Edmunds, and at Haverhill Leisure Centre. Earlier this year, it became the first council in the country to get behind the unique recycling initiative with machines at the Parkway multi-storey, The Guineas, in Newmarket, and Newmarket Leisure Centre.

  • Nov 21, 2024 | suffolknews.co.uk | Barry Peters

    A charity which supports people with neurological conditions has celebrated its clients’ rehabilitation success. Headway Suffolk, established in the early 90s, helps people with traumatic brain injuries or those who suffered a stroke regain independence and adapt to living with various conditions. Last Wednesday, the charity held its annual awards night, dubbed ‘Headway Suffolk Oscars’, at Edmunds — a restaurant at West Suffolk College.

  • Oct 4, 2024 | aiche.org | Barry Peters

    Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Alliant Insurance Services and reflects their views and opinions. In today’s rapidly evolving professional landscape, chemical engineers face a growing number of challenges and risks. Whether you’re engaged in cutting-edge research, or consulting on complex projects, the potential need for professional liability is significant.

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Barry Peters
Barry Peters @barryjohnpeters
21 Mar 25

Packed @buryfree leading on blaze which ripped through three homes on Howard Estate in #burystedmunds; sad news of death of Mid Suffolk councillor; the history of BurySOUND; potholes; plus a bird's eye view from the cathedral on a tower tour #news #media #suffolk https://t.co/ZAUmGQlZEo

Barry Peters
Barry Peters @barryjohnpeters
18 Mar 25

I think I’d rather have an early one than people forget me totally… https://t.co/vA5AU8rJjF

Barry Peters
Barry Peters @barryjohnpeters
14 Mar 25

Today's @buryfree pays tribute to an ex-headmaster; and there's the tale of a Bury man in his 20s who had a headache - only for it to turn out to be a tumour. Plus the woman saddled with gas bills for dozens of homes. You really couldn't make it up #news #burystedmunds https://t.co/gPAXTrKkOt