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Historic timber-framed building in Stowmarket, Suffolk, used as a representative image for a story about community grant funding in Mid Suffolk.

Mid Suffolk community groups can apply for up to £10,000 as Progress Power fund reopens

Community organisations in Eye, Mellis, Thrandeston, Yaxley and Brome & Oakley can apply for grants of £250 to £10,000 until 31 October 2026.

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Crews reduce appliances at Suffolk wildfire as National Trust launch fundraiser

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£300k pledged to create 'lasting legacy for nature'

Hundreds of thousands of pounds have been pledged to two community projects to help create a "lasting legacy for nature that is truly unique". The East Suffolk Trust has awarded more than £300,000 to ...

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Suffolk students celebrate academic success

Schools across Suffolk are reporting positive GCSE outcomes as pupils collect their results today.

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Push for increased affordable housing in Southwold

Councillor David Beavan has called for urgent action to improve housing availability in the Suffolk town.

Dunwich Heath in Suffolk following the 2026 wildfire

Dunwich Heath appeal races towards £500,000 target as recovery work begins to take shape

The National Trust says its emergency appeal for Dunwich Heath has reached nearly three quarters of its £500,000 target, with donations funding safety work, surveys and habitat recovery.

Suffolk New College learner Nasser Hamid, one of hundreds gaining English and maths GCSE passes

502 Suffolk learners gain key English and maths GCSE passes, with adult success rising too

Suffolk New College recorded 502 Grade 4+ passes in English and maths across four campuses, including a 13.7% rise in maths passes.

Natural habitat in Suffolk connected with local nature recovery work

£300,000 boost will help restore rivers and habitats in Suffolk

The East Suffolk Trust has awarded more than £300,000 to two community projects working to improve water quality and restore habitats.