East Anglian Daily Times

The East Anglian Daily Times delivers the latest news, sports updates, political developments, and business insights from Suffolk and northern Essex. First published on October 13, 1874, the EADT committed to covering "everything that happens in the area with honesty and fairness." This guiding principle continues to be upheld today through our print, online, and social media platforms.

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Care home takes a trip down memory lane with family of iconic actor

1 day ago | eadt.co.uk | Katie Drake

James, David Jr, David, William, Henry and Audrey Tomlinson on a trip to America at the end of Mary Poppins filming (Image: James Tomlinson) The son of one of Britain's best loved actors has given residents at a Suffolk care home a trip down memory lane with a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most famous films in celluloid history.
Nine injured and our talisman on the bench... There was no way we could compete

2 days ago | eadt.co.uk | Karl Fuller

Ipswich Town lost 4-0 at home to Arsenal on Sunday. Blues fan Karl Fuller reflects on the action. One of many things I will not miss when this season finally ends will be going through the pain of our wretched home record any longer. Just as I ended last week with the comment that there was some fun still to be found in our finale in the top-flight, along came another dire result. But did Sunday's heavy defeat come as any real surprise?
Introducing the latest Pets of the Week including guinea pigs Halo and Joy

3 days ago | eadt.co.uk | Kaia Nicholl

Welcome to our Pets of the Week page (Image: Newsquest) Welcome to our Pets of the Week page where, each Monday, we showcase your beloved pets to celebrate the joy they bring you. We are keen to feature your pets every week. Not just cats and dogs - all animals are welcome! This week's pets are: 1. This is Basil the mini poodle. He is four years old and lives in Felixstowe with his owner Candice Kerry. 2. These are Amylou Athroll's gorgeous little guinea pigs, Halo and Joy.
Mental health campaigners feel 'disappointed' by government

3 days ago | eadt.co.uk | Shikhar Vishikh Talwar

Mental health campaigners in Ipswich in 2022 (Image: Newsquest) Campaigners looking to support mental health services in Suffolk and Norfolk say they are "disappointed" in the government. The Campaign to Save Mental Health Services in Norfolk and Suffolk group wrote to the parliamentary under-secretary for mental health Baroness Gillian Merron as it received no response to the concerns that had been raised with her previously.
Scoping plans for quarry in Barham to expand by 12 hectares

3 days ago | eadt.co.uk | Shikhar Vishikh Talwar

The quarry is applying to expand. File image (Image: Newsquest) Scoping plans have been submitted for a 12-hectare quarry off the A14 in mid Suffolk. Applicant Brett Aggregates Limited, with agents SLR Consulting Limited, has submitted plans for a mineral quarry in Barham. This would see a 12ha extension of the existing 18.1ha Barham Quarry that collects sand and gravel.
Suffolk's Tory MPs bid to protect town and parish councils in devolution

4 days ago | eadt.co.uk | Shikhar Vishikh Talwar

Suffolk's Tory MPs have written to the county council (Image: Office of Patrick Spencer) Suffolk's Conservative MPs have written to the county council asking for town and parish councils to be protected in the devolved future of the county.
7 signs you know are you from the county of Suffolk

4 days ago | eadt.co.uk | Katie Drake

Things that make you a Suffolker (Image: Newsquest) As a born and bred Suffolk girl, I was passed down a lot of Suffolk-isms growing up. Here are 7 signs you know you're from the county. One of the biggest Suffolk-isms is our quirky ways of pronunciation and phrases. If you catch yourself saying "On the huh", "Bets I get gorn" or "At's a..." then you are undoubtedly a Suffolker.
Concern for impact on infrastructure as part of 160 homes plan

4 days ago | eadt.co.uk | Ben Robinson

Up to 160 homes could be built as part of the plans (Image: Google Maps) Fears surrounding the required infrastructure on a town estate have been voiced as part of a bid for up to 160 homes. The Moreton Hall Residents Association in Bury St Edmunds is "extremely concerned about the lack of required infrastructure" in the area.
Former cocktail bar to be converted into flat as plans approved

5 days ago | eadt.co.uk | Ben Robinson

The former cocktail bar above the Bury St Edmunds restaurant will become a flat (Image: Google Maps) A former cocktail bar will become a two-bedroom flat after plans were given the go-ahead. Proposals for the first floor of 108 Risbygate Street, Bury St Edmunds, were submitted in November last year. The premises was home to Orissa Cocktail Lounge but according to planning documents, this shut due to "insufficient business". Orissa restaurant remains open on the ground floor.
Award-winning pub to host festival in newly-opened beer garden

5 days ago | eadt.co.uk | Paris Maben-Hume

The Bildeston Crown is hosting a beer festival to celebrate the launch of its beer garden (Image: Nedging Hall Estate) An award-winning pub is hosting its first-ever beer festival following a refurbishment. Earlier this year, The Bildeston Crown grew its offering with the opening of a beer garden alongside its courtyard and terraces. To celebrate the launch of the beer garden, the pub is hosting a beer festival on Saturday, May 24.