The King of the Fighters is back in full 3D glory and with the biggest roster of combatants ever.
The classic SNK title is out August 26th and is the first main-series game rendered entirely in 3D using 2D backgrounds - like Street Fighter.
KoF XIV should have a good pedigree considering it is being directed by Yasuyuki Oda who has previously worked on Capcom’s Street Fighter IV as well as other titles by SNK.
Developers have introduced the “Rush” system in order to revitalise the series and attract newcomers.
The Hyper Drive system from the last game is no longer present and has been replaced with a new version of “Max Mode” from earlier games in the series.
In Max mode, the player can perform unlimited EX special moves for a short period of time, and the timer changes depending on what position their character is in.
The roster of fighters is the standout stat ahead of launch, though, with 50 ... yes FIFTY ... characters to choose from.
Each will have three types of Supers: the returning “Super Special Moves” and “Neomax Super Special Moves” (the latter of which are only usable in Max mode), and a new type called “Climax Super Special Moves”.
Climax Super Special Moves are the strongest types in the game and will require a total of three power gauges (two with Max mode on). The game also features the “Just Defend” mechanic from Garou: Mark of the Wolves. The HD thrust system now makes the opponent hit the wall and crumple for follow up attacks.
For beginners, there will be the automatic and simple “Rush Combo” while the online lobby has three modes: team VS, single VS, and party VS with up to 12 people able to enter and also spectate.
The roster of fighters is the standout stat ahead of launch, though, with 50 ... yes FIFTY ... characters to choose from. Damien Lucas, gaming columnist
Whether Kof XIV can compete with the likes of the next gen Street Fighter or if it holds enough appeal to UK gamers remains to be seen.
But gameplay footage suggests it is slick, action-packed and should have lots of longevity particularly for those who like to master all fighters.

Console Corner: The King of Fighters lives on


The King of the Fighters is back in full 3D glory and with the biggest roster of combatants ever.


The 15th Traditional Music Day takes place on Saturday, September 3 at the Museum of East Anglian Life in Stowmarket.
The guest line-up is headed by singer Nancy Kerr making a rare solo appearance.
Nancy was BBC Radio 2’s Folk Singer of the Year in 2015 and she tours the UK extensively with the Sweet Visitor Band and Simpson, Kerr & Cutting.
Other guests include superb singers Roisin White (Singer of the Year 2015 for Ireland’s Gaelic language TV channel TG4) and traditional singing legends Peta Webb and Ken Hall, first time appearance of the new English Dulcimer Duo, festival favourites The Dartmoor Boys, and local Irish musician Michael Sheehy.
Site entertainment includes storyteller John Row, one man band Chucklefoot and singer Jim Eldon, with stepdancing, ceilidh dancing and music sessions making full use of the museum grounds.
Tickets are available in advance until 1st September, from the East Anglian Traditional Music Trust.
Alternatively, you can turn up on the day and buy an ordinary museum entrance ticket which allows access to the outdoor Traditional Music Day events, including the site entertainment and family activities, but not the main concerts or other indoor events.
The whole museum site is open from 10am and museum buildings close at 4.30pm except for the Barn which hosts a Stepdance Special until 5.30pm.
In the evening there is just one event – Traditional Night Out in the Tithe Barn - an atmospheric acoustic event in a magical setting, featuring all the main guests.
Tickets for this event are available separately.
All the details are on www.eatmt.org.uk or you can ring EATMT on 01449 771090 for more information.

Folk luminaries to perform at Traditional Music Day in Stowmarket


The 15th Traditional Music Day takes place on Saturday, September 3 at the Museum of East Anglian Life in Stowmarket.


Video game escapism in its purest form.
No Man’s Sky in undeniably a work of art, but have you got time to look around the whole gallery?
No Man’s Sky launched last week after much hype and billed as quite literally the biggest video game ever made.
The self-perpetuating game, which promises to be potentially endless, was four years in the making by a tiny team in game production terms. And you can tell as it will instantly take your breath away.
Make no mistake there has never been anything like this before. As you fly ever deeper into the universe, new planets and solar systems roll silently into view – some will have been seen before, others discovered for the very first time. And you have 18 quintillion of them to choose from...
Each has its own set of flora, fauna and inhabitants. By exploring, players gain information about the planets that they can submit to The Atlas, a universal database that can be shared with other players of the game and for which they are rewarded in currency each time.
Each planet is a work of art you could spend hours studying, analysing and dissecting. These works of art are housed in an endless gallery and for art connoisseurs it will be Manna from heaven.
However, most people’s playing time will be finite.... unless you’re at university and can afford to miss the odd class here and there to squeeze in just one more exploration of a peculiar alien planet.
And that is where one of the game’s key sticking points comes in. As much as No Man’s Sky takes us to Infinity and leaves us wondering what waits beyond, there is also an almost irresistible itch which you can’t scratch because you can never truly “complete” this game in the traditional sense.
But that is very much a personal take on NMS, many people might enjoy jumping on for a couple of hours here and there, discovering lots of different things and logging it to the Atlas, if anything it could be cathartic but many people like a beginning, a middle and an end to their games.
No Mans Sky is undeniably a work of art
The care, thought, time and brilliance that has gone into this utterly original video game is mindblowing and deserves to be experienced by PlayStation gamers.
It is the purest form of video game escapism we have ever seen and should be celebrated as such.
But it will more likely go down as a cult classic than the blockbuster success it’s craft deserves.


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Culford sixth formers have just returned from their eighth trip to Malawi where they worked on charity projects to help some of the poorest people in the region.
During the two-week trip, the 17 students also visited schools, orphanages and even a prison.
Project initiator, Andy Deane, head of languages at Culford Senior School, said: “It was so rewarding to see the pupils return to Culford with their eyes wide open as to the challenges faced by Malawi and its dear people.
“They return in the knowledge that they have helped in every possible way through their fundraising and voluntary work. We look forward to our return in 2017.”
The students refurbished two classrooms at Nankhufi School, serviced and repaired bore holes, and built a new energy efficient stove for the village to help combat the deforestation in Africa. As part of the Good Food Project, nutrient rich meals to hundreds of school children and villagers, aiming to encourage children to stay in school by offering them a hot meal.
Pupils also implemented Project My Girl, which provides PSHCE education for girls in Malawi and distributes sanitary kits.
The money for this expedition was raised by the pupils and through sponsorship from The Rosetta Trust.

Charitable trip takes students to Malawi


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Mildenhall have opened up a 30 point gap at the top of Division One after their nearest rivals Wivenhoe were comprehensively beaten by Witham. With just three games to go, surely it is theirs to lose now.
Mildenhall beat Frinton II’s by 35 runs thanks to another good knock from Steve Taylor, Mildenhall 255-7, Taylor 82, Frinton 220-7, Joe Reed 3-28.
Their remaining fixtures are Witham away this Saturday then home to Hadleigh, before finishing off with an away trip to Haverhill.
After last week’s unexpected victory, Worlington must have had high hopes of another win when they posted 314-4 against Hadleigh, thanks to Jimmy Watson 113 and Chris Baugh 108, but they were well beaten in the end by five wickets. Hadleigh made 317-5 with Tom Piddington staying undefeated on 153 not out, ably backed by Marlon Dias 69.
This Saturday, Worlington travel to Haverhill while Hadleigh entertain Wivenhoe.
Halstead beat Braintree by five wickets, Braintree 253-6, Halstead 254-5, Charlie Douglas-Hughes 73. Coggeshall are the visitors this Saturday.
Haverhill won a close encounter with Coggeshall by just 10 runs. Haverhill 237-5, Chris Palmer 67, Coggeshall 227, Palmer 3-25.
It will take a miracle now for Exning to avoid relegation as they were well beaten by local rivals Mildenhall II by eight wickets.
Exning 129, Dominic Nelson 33, Jon Allen 3-27, Mildenhall 130-2, Steve Graham 66. Exning travel to East Bergholt on Saturday.
Long Melford were well beaten by 86 runs by Dunmow, who scored 309-6 and then restricted Melford to 223-6, Cameron Stace 115 no. Melford visit Mildenhall II next.
Lakenheath earned themselves a much needed victory over Easton thanks to a century by opener Rob Horrex.
Lakenheath 223-9, Horrex 120, Easton 151-9, Adam Horrex 3-46, Paul Pallant 3-6, Tim Milner 2-11.
It’s good to see these aging bowlers turning in some good performances with the ball. It’s a trip to Dunmow next for Lakenheath on Saturday.
In Division Six, Stowmarket have won the league after beating Kelvedon and Feering by 133 runs.
Stowmarket 241-5, Michael Ives 147no, Kelvedon 108, George Tillbrook 3-20, Dale Whatling 3-13.
Their final game of the season is away at Long Melford II.
For our clubs in the top two divisions there is still a lot to play for as we head into the final three games.
Some of our sides are dangerously close to the relegation places in both divisions.
They all have tough games this weekend, but if they play to the best of their abilities then there is no reason why they shouldn’t come away with victories.
I shall be umpiring in the game at Witham, where Mildenhall are the visitors which promises to be the match of the day.
I strongly recommend a visit to the Worlington Beer Festival over the weekend, with 11 beers, five ciders and Jimmy Watson and Graham Ford the burger kings you can’t go wrong. I’ll be there on Sunday, hope to see some of you there.

Caught in the middle with Ron Raisey: Match of the Day will be on the cricket field


Mildenhall have opened up a 30 point gap at the top of Division One after their nearest rivals Wivenhoe were comprehensively beaten by Witham. With just three games to go, surely it is theirs to lose now.


Foodies visiting the Ourburystedmunds Food & Drink Festival this month will be able to relive the spirit of Rio 2016 in a special themed section of the event.
The free two-day festival has been a regular fixture in the town’s summer calendar for the last four years and takes place over the August Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday.
Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival Pictured: Cookery Demonstration by Michelin starred chef Galton Blackiston ANL-150831-183259009
As well as the traditional elements including celebrity chefs, cookery demonstrations a farmers’ market and a host of food and drink stalls, Langton Place will be hosting a taste of Rio to bring a splash of carnival colour to the weekend.
The attraction will include Brazilian music and dancing, and a number of workshops for the young and young-at- heart, including mask-making, dancing and steel drums.
Chief Executive of Ourburystedmunds, which organises the Festival, Mark Cordell said: “Many of us have been enjoying the atmosphere of Rio while watching the Olympic Games on TV and we wanted to recreate that at this year’s Food & Drink Festival.
“There’ll be a chance to try some of the foods of the region and perhaps sip a cocktail while enjoying the free entertainment.”
And while it may not quite be Copacabana, the Ourburystedmunds urban beach will be welcoming sun-seekers to relax with an ice-cream or stick of rock in the arc shopping centre.
He added: “As the festival takes place only a week after the closing ceremony in Rio, we hope to serve up a gold medal event of our own this year.
“All the favourite ingredients from previous years are on the menu and we are delighted to welcome back to Bury St Edmunds Michelin-starred chef Galton Blackiston who will give three demonstrations on Sunday.
“Our celebrity guest on Monday is ITV’s James Tanner who is promising an equally delicious display.”
The Ourburystedmunds Food & Drink Festival will run from Sunday, August 28 to Monday 29th and, as well as the shows in the theatre kitchen, it will feature a wide range of local produce stalls, attractions and children’s entertainment.
For more information visit www.ourburystedmunds.com/foodanddrinkfestival.

The spirit of Rio 2016 comes to annual festival in Bury St Edmunds


Foodies visiting the Ourburystedmunds Food & Drink Festival this month will be able to relive the spirit of Rio 2016 in a special themed section of the event.


Dan Halsey has called on his Mildenhall Fen Tigers team-mates to treat the visit of the Cradley Heathens in the National League on Sunday like a cup final.
With hopes of a top-four finish, and place in the end of season play-offs all but over for the West Row club, stalwart Halsey wants to see them dent the title aspirations of their arch rivals in the rearranged fixture.
The original clash between the two sides was scheduled for June, but the meeting was called off by Fen Tigers promoter Kevin Jolly over the visitors’ proposed use of a guest to cover.
Following an appeal, the Suffolk were side docked three league points and Jolly handed a £1250 fine, of which £1000 is suspended.
“I think that the rivalry had started to fade away until whatever happened over the original staging of the fixture,” said Halsey.
“Everyone is now fired up again, particularly Kevin (Jolly) who wants us to win and get one over them.
“Cradley will be a bit like a cup final for us as we have got nothing else left to ride for.
“Other than Max Clegg and Nathan Greaves (who is guesting for Ashley Morris) they are not that strong at all and there isn’t anyone else in the team that particularly stands out.
“I don’t want to get beat by either of them (Clegg or Greaves) and I will be going out there to do my job.”
After getting the better of the Stoke Potters 51-39 on Saturday night, a result which saw Halsey rack up an 18-point maximum, the Fen Tigers, for the second year running, failed to reach the final of the National League Fours at Coventry 24 hours later.
The quartet of Halsey, Jon Armstrong, Connor Coles and Jordan Jenkins, who was a late replacement for Alfie Bowtell, finished on 13 points in Group A, one point behind the second placed Heathens, and five behind table toppers, and eventual winners, Rye House Raiders.
“To be honest, I thought we would make the final, but I am happy as we acquitted ourselves well. They all showed some guts and gave me something,” said Jolly.
“Rye House had two big guns in Rob Branford and Ben Morley and things just fell in their favour.
“We just missed out and it would have been nice to make the final, but I am not going to get despondent about it.”
The Fen Tigers will travel to Loomer Road on Saturday to face the Stoke Potters in the league (7pm), before taking on Cradley 24 hours later.
Scores
Mildenhall Fen Tigers 51: J Armstrong 6, A Bowtell 8+2, K Hughes R/R, C Coles 11+3, D Halsey 18, S Bebee 7+2, J Lawlor 1.
Stoke Potters 39: B Wilson 7 S Tedham R/R, T Atkin 6, D Phillips 9+2, B Hopwood 9, L Geary 5+1, P Burnett 3+1.
National League Fours
Group A
Mildenhall Fen Tigers 13: J Armstrong 4, D Halsey 5, J Jenkins 1, C Coles 3.

Halsey wants Mildenhall Fen Tigers to scupper Cradley’s title push


Dan Halsey has called on his Mildenhall Fen Tigers team-mates to treat the visit of the Cradley Heathens in the National League on Sunday like a cup final.


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Suffolk Plant Heritage stages its Autumn fair at Helming Hall Gardens


Calling garden lovers everywhere as this year’s annual Autumn Plant Fair opens at Helmingham Hall Gardens on Sunday September 18.


Chantel McGregor stunned The Apex’s audience with her guitar virtuosity when she played there two years ago.
Now she’s back to showcase her own style of contemporary rock-blues.
Imagine the tone of Robin Trower, the inspiration of Hendrix, the influence of Stevie Ray Vaughan, the energy of Bonamassa, the intensity of Walter Trout and the haunting vocal of Stevie Nicks all rolled into one...that’s Chantel.
Guitar prodigy Chantel has won five British Blues Awards in the last three years, including Guitarist of the Year in 2013 and 2014, in doing so becoming the first woman to achieve it.
When Chantel was eight years old, she was the youngest person in the UK to pass a Rock school exam.
At 12, she was jamming in her native Bradford and evolving into a gifted musician.
At 14, Chantel was told by major labels that she had a “great voice, but girls don’t play guitar like that!”
Wisely ignoring the comments, she enrolled at the Leeds College of Music and became the first student in the college’s history, to achieve a 100% pass mark, with 18 distinctions.
When Chantel released her 2011 debut album, ‘Like No Other’, one critic said, “Chantel McGregor deserves to be held up as a messiah of blues-rock and given her own mountain.
She doesn’t strum or pick her guitar but almost bends and distorts it, as if she’s channeling the ghost of Hendrix through her fingers”
New album ‘Lose Control’ sees Chantel producing an exciting pantheon of rock crescendos and riffs that will please her devout blues rock fan base, but also displays a bigger and bolder rock sound with progressive influences.
Chantel explains: “I juxtaposed heavy, guitar riff-based, dark tracks with haunting, emotive acoustic tracks, whilst tying them together with the lyrical themes of desperation and loss so often seen in Southern Gothic fiction.”
Chantel plays at The Apex on Thursday, September 8 at 8pm. Tickets are £14, or £16 on the door.

Guitar Queen Chantel returns to Bury St Edmunds


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Duke’s Comedy Club at The Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich presents some of the finest comedians from the UK on September 9.
These include the bawdy and brilliant, Vikki Stone - one of the finest musical comedians on the UK circuit today, rising star Simon Fielder, the king of quirky and fast becoming a star of stand up, and comedy magician Neil Henry who was one of the stand out acts of last year’s Edinburgh Festival and is a YouTube sensation after proposing to his girlfriend onstage.
Tickets can be booked through the tickets sales team by calling 01473 295900 or by booking online at www.wolseytheatre.co.uk.

Laughs galore at the Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich


Duke’s Comedy Club at The Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich presents some of the finest comedians from the UK on September 9.


The 15th Traditional Music Day takes place on Saturday, September 3 at the Museum of East Anglian Life in Stowmarket.
The guest line-up is headed by singer Nancy Kerr making a rare solo appearance.
Nancy was BBC Radio 2’s Folk Singer of the Year in 2015 and she tours the UK extensively with the Sweet Visitor Band and Simpson, Kerr & Cutting.
Other guests include superb singers Roisin White (Singer of the Year 2015 for Ireland’s Gaelic language TV channel TG4) and traditional singing legends Peta Webb and Ken Hall, first time appearance of the new English Dulcimer Duo, festival favourites The Dartmoor Boys, and local Irish musician Michael Sheehy.
Site entertainment includes storyteller John Row, one man band Chucklefoot and singer Jim Eldon, with stepdancing, ceilidh dancing and music sessions making full use of the museum grounds.
Tickets are available in advance until 1st September, from the East Anglian Traditional Music Trust.
Alternatively, you can turn up on the day and buy an ordinary museum entrance ticket which allows access to the outdoor Traditional Music Day events, including the site entertainment and family activities, but not the main concerts or other indoor events.
The whole museum site is open from 10am and museum buildings close at 4.30pm except for the Barn which hosts a Stepdance Special until 5.30pm.
In the evening there is just one event – Traditional Night Out in the Tithe Barn - an atmospheric acoustic event in a magical setting, featuring all the main guests.
Tickets for this event are available separately.
All the details are on www.eatmt.org.uk or you can ring EATMT on 01449 771090 for more information.

Folk luminaries to perform at Traditional Music Day in Stowmarket


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A £10 million futuristic ‘gallop in the sky’ is being planned by Jockey Club Estates to boost racehorse training facilities in Newmarket’s Hamilton Road.
The Hill Gallop will be constructed to mimic Headquarter’s iconic Warren Hill giving trainers on the opposite side of town a training asset vital to the conditioning of racehorses right on their doorstep.
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The ambitious plan, which will be submitted to the local planning authority next month, revolves around the building of an all-weather gallop which will start five metres below ground level before rising 30 metres on an flyover-like construction covering four and a half furlongs. It will be wide enough for two horses to work upsides and there will be a separate track running alongside for use by emergency vehicles.
The project has been five years in the planning and has the full backing of Newmarket trainers including Sir Mark Prescott who has been training in the town for 47 years and is chairman of the heath committee.
William Gittus, managing director of Jockey Club Estates said the location of the state-of-the-art gallop would be the key to its success as it was hoped access to such a facility would attract more trainers and horses to the Hamilton Road yards.
Occupancy rates in the training yards on the Bury side of town is currently around 90 per cent compared with less than 60 per cent on Racecourse Side and trainers have cited the proximity of the uphill canters on Warren Hill, which are used by over 2,000 horses a day, as the key factor in this discrepancy.
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“To enable further growth, and the economic benefits and employment that will bring to the district, we need to encourage more trainers to base themselves on Racecourse Side where there is scope for expansion,” said Mr Gittus.
Two years ago he and project team leader and assistant managing director of Jockey Club Estates Nick Patton, travelled to Japan to view its gallops built on man-made inclines. “That was definitely a turning point,” said Mr Patton. “It really opened my eyes to what could be done with a little innovation.” said Mr Patton.
“It’s wonderful to have reached a point at which we are now ready to submit the planning application. A lot of people have contributed to the development of the project and a design committee which includes trainers and vets, has played an integral role in the process.
“This is about Jockey Club Estates planning ten, 15, 20 years ahead and Newmarket maintaining its status as a world-class centre of excellence for the training of thoroughbred racehorses. Newmarket’s development as the HQ of racing is built on its history and heritage and the centuries-old turf of the Heath, but its future health could be shaped by 21st century technology and this gallop in the sky.”

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For anyone who has found the whole process of internet shopping too much like hard work Amazon has come up with a solution.
The online retailer today revealed that it is introducing its Amazon Dash Buttons to the UK.
The dinky little gadgets are a one-touch way to order a host of popular products without all that complicated rigmarole of actually logging onto your Amazon account and searching for them.
The Dash Buttons are literally that, small plastic boxes housing a button, which when pressed will connect via wi-fi to your Amazon account and using one-click buying order your selected products.
Each button is linked to a particular item and there are 40 brands available from launch so you can get everything from cat food to condoms and nappies to NERF ammunition delivered to your door.
Daniel Rausch, director of Amazon Dash, explained the thinking behind the devices: “We’ve all experienced the frustration of running out of something we need - Dash Button and Dash Replenishment Service are designed to make that moment a thing of the past.
“Dash Buttons offer the convenience of one-click shopping from anywhere in the home - they can be placed near those frequently used items you don’t want to run out of, and when you see supplies running low, the Dash Button makes it easier than ever to order more. Just press the button and your item is on its way.”
The £4.99 devices are only available to Amazon Prime customers, which means you’ll have to sign up to the £79-a-year service to enjoy the Dash Button’s convenience. The good news is that you’ll get £4.99 back off your first order of each product.
Alongside the buttons, Amazon also announced the UK rollout of its Dash Replenishment Service.
Like the button this links to your Amazon account but rather than having to do the ordering yourself it allows connected smart devices to order supplies themselves.
This means the likes of washing machines, dishwashers and printers from big-name brands including Bosch, Samsung, Whirlpool and Siemens can monitor your consumables usage and order more before you run out.
If they could just design a button that remotely loads the dishwasher too, they could be onto a winner.

Amazon Dash lets you order your loo roll at the touch of a button


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West Row is gearing itself up for an influx of cyclists over the August Bank Holiday weekend, with the Mildenhall Cycling and Fun Day taking place this Sunday.
This event replaces the Mildenhall Cycling Rally and is being held at the picturesque venue that surrounds the West Row Village Hall complex.
“The Rally was known throughout the UK’s cycling community as one of the best all-round cycling weekends that appealed to cyclists of all ages and especially families,” said Mark Burchett, the chairman of the organisers, Mildenhall Cycling Club.
“The one-day event is purely an interim measure allowing us to fully test the facilities at the new venue before we return to a three-day festival in 2017.”
As a prelude to the Cycling and Fun Day, a quiz night is being held on Saturday evening, where teams of up to six participants can enter.
The grass-track forms the centrepiece of the one-day event on Sunday, with a full day of racing planned from 10am, starting with the juvenile riders (under-16s) in the morning and then the seniors in the afternoon.
The highlight on track will be the British Cycling National 400m Championship, with the presentation of the medals at 3.30pm to be followed by a free to enter one-lap race for children.
There will also be a Watt Bike 250m Challenge for riders to test their speed, as well as regular traders from the Rally’s trade show on site.
A social ride for ladies starts at 10am and will include a cafe stop, while on the touring front there will be 57, 100, 160 and 200km rides organised by Cyclists Touring Club Suffolk.
A mega bouncy castle and face painting will also be there throughout the afternoon.
Entry is just £2 for adults and £1 for children and for more information go to www.mildenhallrally.org.uk

Mildenhall Cycling and Fun Day takes place this weekend


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It was sweet 16 for Bury St Edmunds at the weekend as they ended a run of 15 games without a win by beating Vauxhall Mallards by six wickets.
Sean Park (5-30) took five wickets to restrict the hosts Vauxhall to 202-8, before an unbeaten century from Daron Cruickshank (128 not out) helped Bury to a winning score of 206-4, and saw them climb up to ninth in the Gibbs Denley East Anglian Premier League table.
Elsewhere, Sudbury slipped to sixth in the table after a crushing nine wicket defeat at home to Burwell, and Woolpit dropped to the foot of the table after drawing at Copdock and Old Ipswichian.
In the Dipple and Conway Opticians Norfolk League, Diss were relegated from the Premier Division after an eight wicket defeat at Downham Town.
Despite a century from Chris Cooper (120) helping Diss score a total of 244, Downham (245-2) reached the target with the loss of just two wickets, and coupled with Cromer picking up maximum points in their win over Sprowston, it meant Diss will finish the season in the bottom two.
Garboldisham climbed up to second place in the Premier Division after beating North Runcton by 69 runs, while Old Buckenham’s four run defeat at newly crowned champions Brooke saw them drop to fourth.
Elsewhere, Mildenhall stretched their lead at the top of Marshall Hatchick Two Counties Championship Division One at the weekend.
Mildenhall secured a 35 run win at home to Frinton II, while nearest rivals Wivenhoe lost at home to Witham, meaning Ben Shepperson’s men now hold a 30 point lead at the top of the table.
Haverhill, Hadleigh and Halstead all tasted victory at the weekend, with Worlington losing at home to relegation threatened Hadleigh.
EAST ANGLIAN PREMIER LEAGUE
Sudbury (0) 95 all out in 36.2 overs (G Hume 5-29) lost to Burwell (25) 99-1 in 8.5 overs (R Potter 54no) by 9 wickets.
Vauxhall Mallards (4) 202-8 in 64 overs (D Conway 60, S Park 5-30) lost to Bury St Edmunds (25) 206-4 in 49.1 overs (D Cruickshank 128no) by 6 wickets.
Copdock & Old Ipswichian (15) 296-6 dec in 60 overs (D Botha 100no) drew with Woolpit (11) 260-5 in 58 overs (M Rippon 123no).
TWO COUNTIES CHAMPIONSHIP
*home team
Division One: *Braintree (7) 253-6, lost to Halstead (18) 254-5 by 5 wickets.
Haverhill (20) 237-5, beat *Coggeshall (7) 227 by 10 runs.
*Mildenhall (18) 255-7, beat Frinton II (8) 220-7 by 35 runs.
*Worlington (7) 314-4, lost to Hadleigh (17) 317-5 5 wickets.
Division Two: *Exning (3) 129, lost to Mildenhall II (20) 130-2 by 8 wickets.
*Lakenheath (20) 256-9, beat Easton (7) 151 by 105 runs.
Dunmow (18) 309-5, beat *Long Melford (7) 223-6 by 86 runs.
Division Three: *Brockley (20) 216-7, beat Woolpit II (6) 150 by 66 runs.
*Copdock & OI II (20) 220, beat Sudbury II (7) 127 by 93 runs.
Coggeshall II (17) 306-4, beat *Halstead II (7) 210-5 by 96 runs.
*Haverhill II (0) 99, lost to Kelvedon & Feering (20) 101-0 by 10 wickets.
*Mistley II (20) 255-5, beat Tuddenham (5) 150 by 105 runs.
Division Four: Needham Market (4) 163-8, lost to *Abberton (19) 164-3 by 7 wickets.
*Bury St Edmunds II (3) 149, lost to Wivenhoe II (20) 153-2 by 8 wickets.
Felixstowe & C (19) 267-8, beat *Hadleigh II (9) 248-9 by 19 runs.
Elmstead II (8) 200-6, lost to *Mildenhall III (18) 201-6 by 4 wickets.
St Margarets (14) 204-7, tied with *Walsham le Willows (13) 204-8.
Division Five: Nacton (18) 233, beat *Bury St Edmunds III (10) 203-6 by 30 runs.
Great Bromley (1) 117, lost to *Earl Stonham (20) 121-0 by 10 wickets.
*Nowton (4) 172, lost to Kesgrave (20) 177-2 by 8 wickets.
Worlington II (4) 191-8, lost to *Witham II (19) 192-1 by 9 wickets.
Division Six: Stowmarket (20) 241-5, beat *Kelvedon & F. II (3) 108 by 133 runs.
Melton St Audrys v Long Melford II result not received.
Division Seven: *East Bergholt II (5) 142, lost to Woolpit III (20) 143-7 by 3 wickets.
Mildenhall IV (3) 134, lost to *Halstead III (20) 135-2 by 8 wickets.
*Stowupland (7) 227-9, lost to Tendring (19) 229-5 by 5 wickets.
Division Eight: Frinton III (5) 172, lost to *Battisford (20) 173-5 by 5 wickets.
Abberton II (19) 185-4, beat *Elveden (6) 177-9 by 8 runs.
Division Nine South: West Mersea II (6) 261-5, lost to *Boxted (17) 262-3 by 7 wickets.
Division Nine West: *Eye & District (20) 251-3, beat Bury St Edmunds IV (6) 197 by 54 runs, 80 overs.
Stradbroke Vikings (20) 287-4, beat *Stowmarket II (4) 131 by 156 runs.
Sunday
Ladies Challenge: *Mildenhall (18) 191-3, beat Ipswich (6) 146-7 by 45 runs.
Saffron Walden v Woolpit result not received.
Ladies T20:*Battisford (5) lost to Mistley (17) scores not received, Mistley won by 65 runs.
NORFOLK ALLIANCE
Premier Division: Brooke 223 all out beat Old Buckenham 219 all out.
Garboldisham 175 all out beat North Runcton 106 all out.
Division One: Thetford Town 207-10 lost to Stow 257-7.
Topcroft 223-10 beat Norwich II 204-10.
Division Three: Bungay 258-4 beat Mundford 80-10.
Old Buckenham II 158 all out lost to Acle II 183-9.
Division Four: Norwich III 254-7 beat Garboldisham II 250-6.
Division Six: Diss II 55 all out lost to Bradfield II 56-2.
Hales & Loddon 133 all out lost to Topcroft II 134-8.

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It was sweet 16 for Bury St Edmunds at the weekend as they ended a run of 15 games without a win by beating Vauxhall Mallards by six wickets.


The summer series of family events at St Edmundsbury Cathedral continues on August 23 and 25 with a feather and fun filled day where children can learn more about and get close to birds of prey.
A range of birds will be there, including eagles, owls and hawks.
Visitors can learn about their lives and challenges in the natural world and even be photographed with one of them.
At 11.30am and 2pm each day there will a chance to watch a full flying display and falconer’s demonstrations on the cathedral’s garth.
Each day there is also a family trail, plus art and craft activities.
Entry is £5 per person and includes the whole event (plus the flying displays) and activities on the day. Under-3s are free
On August 29 the cathedral is holding a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. It is an Alice in Wonderland themed drop-in event, with activities such as making a Cheshire Cat mask and Mad Hatter’s hat. An entry fee applies.

Masters of the skies to make flying visit to St Edmundsbury Cathedral


The summer series of family events at St Edmundsbury Cathedral continues on August 23 and 25 with a feather and fun filled day where children can learn more about and get close to birds of prey.


Nodding off in the middle of the day may be down to pollution generated by traffic, suggests new research.
The study shows exposure to traffic pollution is a trigger for daytime sleepiness - and may also trigger SNORING.
More than 12,000 adults were included in the Respiratory Health in Northern Europe (RHINE) study.
The findings show that people exposed to high levels of pollution had a 65 per cent greater chance of suffering from daytime sleepiness, compared to those who had no exposure.
Traffic noise in the bedroom was also a trigger - with people 46 per cent more likely to feel sleepy in the day if exposed.
And the research also suggests that people are also 29 per cent more likely to be a habitual snorer if they are exposed to traffic noise while they sleep.
Daytime sleepiness affected one in five people involved in the study, while one in four reported habitual snoring.
Ane Johannessen, an epidemiologist at Bergen University in Norway, wrote the study together with Professor Thorarinn Gislason and other Northern European researchers.
She said: “Exposure to traffic should be taken into account when planning treatment for patients with sleep disturbances, because reducing noise and pollution exposure in the bedroom may have a beneficial effect.
“Reducing exposure through relocating the bedroom away from pollution sources or making the bedroom more soundproof to protect against traffic noise, as well as mapping alternative and less polluted outdoor everyday routes may help patients with their sleep disorders.”
The study also showed that men, older subjects, smokers and those with lower education were more likely to report habitual snoring.
They were usually less physically active, with a higher BMI, and more likely to have a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA).
Women, older people, smokers, and those with lower education were more likely to report daytime sleepiness.
The new research is due to be presented at the European Respiratory Society’s International Congress in London next month.
Professor Jorgen Vestbo, President of ERS and Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the University of Manchester, said: “The question of who snores may be a running joke in some households but for many snoring is a serious issue, with direct links to physical and mental well being and the same is true for daytime sleepiness.
“We want people to think more about the environment around them and the impact it can have - from the way they sleep to the air they breathe.”
To coincide with Congress, the ERS will be holding some free public lung function testing, starting in Trafalgar Square on September 2 and 3.

Sleepiness linked to traffic noise and pollution


Suffolk-based Spinning Wheel Theatre company, which brings professional and innovative productions to rural communities, is putting on a magical adaptation of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
About 30 Suffolk teenagers aged between 13 and 21 are taking part in the two-week summer school and as well as performing, they will be involved in costume, prop-making and set construction.
The family-friendly play will be directed by Spinning Wheel artistic director Amy Wyllie, designed by Becca Gibbs and is being shown at Stowmarket’s John Peel Centre on Saturday, August 27 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm and the St John’s Centre in Bury St Edmunds on Sunday, August 28 at 7.30pm.
Miss Wyllie, who studied at King Edward VI School in Bury St Edmunds before graduating in acting and performing arts from Hull University and Drama Studio London, said: “This is a unique experience in the region because it is a mini tour.
“There is nothing like that in the region at the moment. It is the closest thing young people get to gaining real work experience in the theatre profession. They are learning from professionals.”
The live adaptation of the classic C S Lewis children’s story includes puppetry, flying and buckets of magic!
“It is going to be really exciting because it is the first time Spinning Wheel Theatre has done something like this.
“It is going to be really hard work but an exciting challenge. It will be done traditionally but will be quite a physical and magical show,” Miss Wyllie added.
Tickets cost £7, or £5 for concessions, and to book visit www.spinningwheeltheatre.com.
Tickets for the shows on August 27 are available from the John Peel Centre box office by calling 01449 774678.
For more details about Spinning Wheel Theatre company follow @SpinningTheatre on Twitter or search Spinning Wheel Theatre on Facebook.

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I start my column this week by congratulating my local club Stowmarket, on gaining promotion back to Division Five at the first time of asking with two games still to be played.
They have always prided themselves on giving younger players a chance and this season it has paid dividends with big contributions from both Stuart Lilley and George Tillbrook, and also from Dale Watling who has returned to the club this year.
The most unlikely winners were Worlington, who won at high-flying Witham by 28 runs. Batting first they struggled to 106, thanks to Jimmy Watson’s 59 before their bowlers went to town, cleaning up their opponents for just 78, with Sean Cooper leading the way with 4-19, ably backed up by Kiwi Ben Hyde 4-25. This Saturday they entertain struggling Hadleigh.
Hadleigh will consider themselves unlucky to lose to Coggeshall by just one wicket, Hadleigh 167, Kyle Tanner 60, Coggeshall 168-9, Mark Simmonds 3-15.
Halstead achieved a much needed victory over Mistley by 42 runs, Halstead 242-9, Mark Johnson 55, Mistley 200, Sam Walter 3-28. Next up is a visit to fellow strugglers Braintree.
Haverhill, without skipper Adam Dellar were well beaten by Braintree by 70 runs. Braintree 246, Anthony Phillips 3-20, Haverhill 176-7, Dan Pass 31. A trip to Coggeshall is the next date in the diary.
Mildenhall look to be marching onwards towards the EAPL play-offs with yet another victory, this time over bottom club Copford by 91 runs. Overseas Aussie star Steve Taylor scored an impressive 128 in a total of 299-9, Copford made 208-9 with Ashley Clark taking 3-27. Taylor has now passed the 1,000 run mark in the Two Counties this season at an average of just over 75. Frinton IIs are the visitors to Wamil Way this weekend.
Lakenheath had a much needed victory last Saturday, beating Ipswich by 105 runs. Lakenheath 256-6, Shane Leech 105, Dominic Palmer 84, Ipswich 151, Danny Rodic 3-39. This Saturday they entertain Easton.
Long Melford lost to Easton by five wickets, Long Melford 205-7, Dale Brett 79, Ipswich 209-5, veteran Lawrence Hall 4-58. It’s a home game this Saturday against Dunmow.
Bottom club Exning predictably lost to unbeaten Maldon by five wickets. Exning 121 Ollie Lawson 58, Maldon 124-5 Peter Woods 2-33. This week sees them play host to Mildenhall IIs.
One of the perks of being an umpire in the Two Counties league, apart from the obvious cricket teas, is the opportunity to visit some absolutely delightful grounds. From the perfectly-manicured, such as Mildenhall and Frinton, to the picturesque delights of Exning, Worlington and Halstead, they all have many appealing factors.
I am a firm believer that if you are on a league panel, you go to wherever you are appointed, you shouldn’t be allowed to pick and choose, or how far you travel. I always enjoy going to a different club each week, meeting players old and new. I hope I can still be seeing these grounds and players for a good few years to come.

Caught in the Middle with Ron Raisey: Picturesque grounds are a pleasure to visit


I start my column this week by congratulating my local club Stowmarket, on gaining promotion back to Division Five at the first time of asking with two games still to be played.


An exciting and intelligent collection of artwork can be enjoyed at this year’s annual Suffolk Artworks Exhibition being staged at Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham from September 10 to October 2.
A wide range of interpretative works are on show by the 30 artists who will be exhibiting.
Angel Rising by Genista Dunham being exhibited at Suffolk Artworks Exhibition at Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham
There are East African influences in dialogue with Suffolk agricultural lines from Cathy D’Archy, while Eileen Revett, philosopher and lover of maths, presents patterns and organised energies. Alison Jones creates works in delicate botanical observations while Genista Dunham exhibits pieces from her meditative journey through Suffolk churches and Eileen Nason portrays human life observations in her work.
This year sees the first Artworks Exhibition Award which offers a graduate student the chance to exhibit with Artworks for the year. The inaugural award goes to Roni Dean for her video and photographic work.
The event runs 10am to 5pm.
Dark Passion by Alison Jones being shown at Suffolk Artworks Exhibition at Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham

Suffolk Artworks stages its annual exhibition at Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham


An exciting and intelligent collection of artwork can be enjoyed at this year’s annual Suffolk Artworks Exhibition being staged at Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham from September 10 to October 2.


Dan Halsey is optimistic he can give trophy-starved fans of the Mildenhall Fen Tigers something to shout about by clinching the National League Pairs title with Jon Armstrong at King’s Lynn on Saturday, writes Graham Clark.
Although drawn in a tough looking Group A alongside the likes of Eastbourne Eagles and Cradley Heathens, the Fen Tigers heat leader, who finished second in the Laurels at Sittingbourne on Monday, believes he and Armstrong can upstage their more fancied rivals at the Adrian Flux Arena.
“There are a couple of outstanding pairs," said Halsey.
"Obviously Eastbourne have Adam Ellis, while Cradley have Max Clegg and Ashley Morris and Rye House have Ben Morley and Rob Branford.
“But I don’t think anyone is stronger than me and Jon. I remember going there last year and Jon was riding for the Stoke Potters and he was near on unbeatable so hopefully he can do the same this year.
“Now we have got Jon back in top form and I’m riding well I think we can go there and win the Pairs on Saturday."
The Fen Tigers made it seven consecutive home wins in the National League on Sunday with a crushing 60-29 victory over the Cradley Heathens.
Although visiting captain Max Clegg ensured the shares were spoiled in the opening heat it was one-way traffic thereafter with the hosts chalking up a total of seven 5-1s on their way to a 31-point success over their arch rivals.
While there were two heat wins for a rejuvenated Alfie Bowtell, and four for Halsey, it was 15-year old reserve Jordan Jenkins who stole the show with a paid 13 total which included three heat wins.
"I wanted to get more than last time and I wanted double figures but that exceeded my expectations," said Jenkins.
"The team ride with Jon Armstrong in heat 10 felt good, so did the one when I cut back to pass Luke Chessell in heat 12."
The Fen Tigers will take on the Coventry Storm at Brandon in the National League on Friday (9pm) before entertaining the Rye House Raiders at West Row on Sunday (3.30pm).
Mildenhall Fen Tigers 60: J Armstrong 12+5, K Hughes R/R; C Coles 8+2, A Bowtell 9+1, D Halsey 14, S Bebee 5+2, J Jenkins 12+1.
Cradley Heathens 29: M Clegg 11, J Purchase R/R, L Chessell 5, R Andrews 4, E Perks (G) 6, B Basford 0, B Andrews 3.

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Employees from Bury St Edmunds-based manufacturing firm Treatt are gearing up to get messy at this year’s East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) Bury Colour Dash.
The company have sponsored a paint station around the 5km course for the EACH Colour Dash, which takes place on Sunday, September 11, at Nowton Park in Bury St Edmunds.
The dash is returning to the town for a second year after its huge success in 2015.
Tracey Morris from Treatt, said: “We’re thrilled to be supporting this fun event being run by such a worthy cause.
We have supported EACH in the past because we all know what wonderful work they do with families in our local community.
We’re all really looking forward to the day, helping the runners enjoy their day and getting messy.”
Hannah Walker, EACH Suffolk community fundraiser, said: “We’re so pleased to have Treatt on board as a team of colour pirates.
“They are great supporters of EACH and we are so grateful for their continued support.
“We still have some tickets available so if you haven’t already booked please come along to join in the fun.
EACH cares for children and young people with life-threatening conditions across the region and supports their families.
For both families accessing care, and those who have been bereaved, EACH is a lifeline at an unimaginably difficult time.
To book your tickets on the colour dash, visit www.each.org.uk/colour-dashes or call 01473 276196.

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Dan Halsey is optimistic he can give trophy-starved fans of the Mildenhall Fen Tigers something to shout about by clinching the National League Pairs title with Jon Armstrong at King’s Lynn on Saturday, writes Graham Clark.


Textile artist and bestselling author, Helen M. Stevens, a member of the prestigious Society of Women Artists, opens her 18th one woman show at the Apex Gallery, Bury St Edmunds on August 16, with a public launch on Saturday, August 20 from 2pm–4pm.
After 35 years at the top of her profession, 12 books and a series of overseas tours, including to Australia, New Zealand, the USA and Canada, she now plans to step back from teaching, lecturing and major exhibitions to concentrate on more personal art and writing.
Her show ‘Curtain Call’ might be just that - a last opportunity to see a large body of her contemporary work at a single venue.
With exhibits ranging from work created over the last three years especially for this event, to pieces which have formed the basis for masterclasses, overseas tours and, most recently, her widely acclaimed new series of e-books and patterns, this is a fascinating insight to work of an artist who has made a lasting and unique contribution to the genre.
There is even the opportunity to acquire original, signed, page proofs from her bestselling books.
Part of the exhibition profits will be donated to the WWF in support of the Amur leopard, a rare, endangered species whose image forms the signature icon for the exhibition.
The exhibition continues until September 11.

Leading artist to hold a new one woman show in Bury St Edmunds


Textile artist and bestselling author, Helen M. Stevens, a member of the prestigious Society of Women Artists, opens her 18th one woman show at the Apex Gallery, Bury St Edmunds on August 16, with a public launch on Saturday, August 20 from 2pm–4pm.


A series of summer charity concerts across Suffolk have boosted the coffers of Macmillan Cancer Support to the tune of £1, 315.
Led by musician Graeme Hopson, two VivaVoices choirs from Bury St Edmunds and another from Stowmarket, held a series of gigs in July.
The concerts contained a mix of pop, easy listening, songs from the musicals as well as more classical numbers.
Mr Hopson said: “One of my choir members had lost his wife to cancer and suggested we raise money for Macmillan and we did this through a retiring collection at the end of each concert.
“Singing is a great way to lift the spirits and being able to help others though our concerts only enhances our enjoyment.
“VivaVoices welcomes new members, there’s no need to read music and no audition to join.”
Nicola Clark, Macmillan fundraising manager for West Norfolk and West Suffolk, said: “Just one of the ways we could use the money these concerts have raised is to help ease the financial impact on someone affected by cancer.
“The Macmillan welfare rights team offer advice over the phone via Macmillan Support line. Every £10 we spend on our phone service could lead to our cancer support specialist helping people affected by cancer claim £389 of benefits they are entitled to.
“We are grateful that the members of the Choir chose to support Macmillan in this way and for the generous support given by those who attended these concerts.”
Rehearsals for the VivaVoices choir start in mid-September and anyone interested in joining can contact Mr Hopson on 01284 700286 or visit: www.vivavoices

Suffolk choir boosts Macmillan Cancer Support


A series of summer charity concerts across Suffolk have boosted the coffers of Macmillan Cancer Support to the tune of £1, 315.


Exciting, playful and inventive saxophonist, Art Themen is playing at the Hunter Club on Friday, August 26.
Art has been a beloved and legendary character on the British jazz scene for over 50 years, featuring in the bands of Alexis Korner and Stan Tracey among many other projects, and remains as brilliant and inimitable as ever.
Joining Art will be Chris Ingham on piano, Rev Andrew Brown on bass and George Double on drums.
To reserve pay-on-the-door seats, email info@headhunterslive.org or pre-pay via www.headhunterslive.org, following the TICKETS links.

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There is still time to join the army of more than 2,000 women who have signed up for St Nicholas Hospice Care’s Girls Night Out.
The walk on Saturday, September 10 sees women come together in their pyjamas and flashing bunny ears while walking either six or 11.2 miles around Bury St Edmunds.
Jenny Baskett, events and challenges fund-raiser for the hospice, said she is ‘astounded’ by the popularity of this year’s fund-raiser.
“Each year I think the event can’t get any bigger, but each year I am happily proven wrong,” she said.
“The money raised from this event really does help the hospice continue to support and care for those in the final chapters of their lives from across the community.
“Last year we raised an incredible £190,000 and it would be great to beat that total this year – but we can only do that with the help of our brilliant fund-raisers.”
One group of women taking part for the very first time will be the 365Motivate Team, who decided they would give it a go after seeing the event advertised online.
Leader Lucy Cronin said: “I haven’t done the walk before, so I am so excited to see all the ladies, the light up bunny ears, and to get going.”
This year’s Girls Night Out sees the return of the memory boards so walkers can write messages about the loved ones they have lost.
Other highlights include ‘water boys’ handing out refreshments and medals for participants.
To sign up visit www.girlsnightoutwalk.co.uk

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A £10 million futuristic ‘gallop in the sky’ is being planned by Jockey Club Estates to boost racehorse training facilities in Newmarket’s Hamilton Road.
The Hill Gallop will be constructed to mimic Headquarter’s iconic Warren Hill giving trainers on the opposite side of town a training asset vital to the conditioning of racehorses right on their doorstep.
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The ambitious plan, which will be submitted to the local planning authority next month, revolves around the building of an all-weather gallop which will start five metres below ground level before rising 30 metres on an flyover-like construction covering four and a half furlongs. It will be wide enough for two horses to work upsides and there will be a separate track running alongside for use by emergency vehicles.
The project has been five years in the planning and has the full backing of Newmarket trainers including Sir Mark Prescott who has been training in the town for 47 years and is chairman of the heath committee.
William Gittus, managing director of Jockey Club Estates said the location of the state-of-the-art gallop would be the key to its success as it was hoped access to such a facility would attract more trainers and horses to the Hamilton Road yards.
Occupancy rates in the training yards on the Bury side of town is currently around 90 per cent compared with less than 60 per cent on Racecourse Side and trainers have cited the proximity of the uphill canters on Warren Hill, which are used by over 2,000 horses a day, as the key factor in this discrepancy.
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“To enable further growth, and the economic benefits and employment that will bring to the district, we need to encourage more trainers to base themselves on Racecourse Side where there is scope for expansion,” said Mr Gittus.
Two years ago he and project team leader and assistant managing director of Jockey Club Estates Nick Patton, travelled to Japan to view its gallops built on man-made inclines. “That was definitely a turning point,” said Mr Patton. “It really opened my eyes to what could be done with a little innovation.” said Mr Patton.
“It’s wonderful to have reached a point at which we are now ready to submit the planning application. A lot of people have contributed to the development of the project and a design committee which includes trainers and vets, has played an integral role in the process.
“This is about Jockey Club Estates planning ten, 15, 20 years ahead and Newmarket maintaining its status as a world-class centre of excellence for the training of thoroughbred racehorses. Newmarket’s development as the HQ of racing is built on its history and heritage and the centuries-old turf of the Heath, but its future health could be shaped by 21st century technology and this gallop in the sky.”

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A £10 million futuristic ‘gallop in the sky’ is being planned by Jockey Club Estates to boost racehorse training facilities in Newmarket’s Hamilton Road.


A senior clergyman has been suspended after being arrested on suspicion of voyeurism.
The Very Rev Martin Thrower, 55, was quizzed by police earlier this month and released on police bail but has been unable to return to his duties at the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich, Suffolk.
His wife, Pauline Thrower, has issued a statement saying that her family was supporting him with “unconditional love” following his arrest.
It said: “It is with great sadness that we find ourselves in the situation we are now in.
“Whilst this has come as a shock to us as a family we are all supporting Martin with unconditional love at this difficult time.”
Rev Thrower has been rector of Hadleigh with Layham and Shelley, Suffolk, since 2009 and has since become Dean of Bocking and Rural Dean of Hadleigh, Suffolk.
John Howard, spokesman for the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich, said: “I can confirm that The Very Rev Martin Thrower, Rector of Hadleigh, Layham and Shelley, and also rural dean of Hadleigh, has been arrested by Suffolk Constabulary for voyeurism.
“He has been suspended from all offices within the diocese until further notice. We have made arrangements to look after his church duties and to offer support to his parishes at this difficult time.
“We will make no further comment while the police investigation is ongoing.
“Our thoughts and prayers are very much with everyone affected by this situation.”
Rev Thrower attracted some controversy three years ago when he announced plans to remove many of the pews at St Mary’s Church, Hadleigh, Suffolk, to create a more flexible space.
The Victorian Society objected to the plans, but after getting permission from the church authorities this work was carried out - leading to the church being used much more by a wider variety of groups.
One of these is the Porch Project for youngsters from 11 to 20 who meet there twice a week for leisure activities.
Although it is backed by St Mary’s and meets there, it is a separate organisation and supports 300 youngsters in a town where there have been criticisms in the past of a lack of activities for young people.
At the time of the controversy over the pews Mr Thrower said: “Churches weren’t built with pews in - they were built to be the community space, to have the market in and host big meetings and we have an aspiration to return the building to being the true parish church.”
Suffolk Constabulary confirmed Rev Thrower was arrested on August 4 and has been bailed to return to the Police Investigation Centre in Martlesham in October.

Hadleigh clergyman Martin Thrower arrested on suspicion of voyeurism


A senior clergyman has been suspended after being arrested on suspicion of voyeurism.


A serious two vehicle collision closed the A14 at Newmarket this morning, Wednesday August 31, causing long delays.
The crash took place westbound between junction 38 for the A11 and junction 37, Fordham Road, the A142.
Traffic is queuing back to Kentford already and there are also long delays back along the A1304 into Newmarket.
The road was fully blocked for 40 minutes following the collision at 7.50am.
Police attended the scene and all vehicles have now been moved to the side of the road.
Delays remain.
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A test has been developed that could help to diagnose bacterial infections, including meningitis in minutes.
The new test, developed by a team at Imperial College London, is a major breakthrough in the rapid diagnosis of meningitis and sepsis in children. If made available through the NHS, it could allow treatment to begin much earlier, saving hundreds of lives and reducing the risk of life-changing after-effects.
The signs and symptoms of meningitis are notoriously difficult to diagnose, and can be dismissed as a cold or flu. Many young children presenting the early symptoms of the disease are initially sent home, before being rushed back to hospital a few hours later as their condition rapidly deteriorates.
Currently, doctors grow bacteria in a sample of blood, in a process which can take up to 48 hours.
Responding to the news, Liz Brown, CEO at charity Meningitis Now said: “A delay in life-saving treatment for bacterial meningitis can be a matter of life or death. We welcome this significant progress in the development of a rapid test for meningitis and sepsis.
“We would however, continue to advise people to know the signs and symptoms of meningitis and to seek immediate medical attention if they have any concerns”.
The study led by Professor Michael Levin has shown that a bacterial infection can be distinguished from other causes of fever, such as a viral infection, using a pattern of genes that are switched on or off in response to an infection.
A larger project will now begin to develop these findings into a pin-prick diagnostic test, which Professor Levin believes could be available through the NHS within five years.
14 facts about meningitis and septicaemia
Meningitis is usually caused by bacteria or viruses
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord
Septicaemia is blood poisoning
Some bacteria that cause meningitis also cause septicaemia
Meningitis and septicaemia often happen together – it is vital to know all the signs and symptoms
The early signs and symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia can be similar to ‘flu and include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and muscle pain.
The more specific signs and symptoms include fever with cold hands and feet, drowsiness, confusion, pale blotchy skin, stiff neck, dislike of bright lights and a rash which doesn’t fade under pressure.
In babies, symptoms can also include being floppy and unresponsive, dislike of being handled, rapid breathing, an unusual, moaning cry and a bulging fontanelle (soft spot on the top of the head).
There are an estimated 3,200 cases of bacterial meningitis and septicaemia each year in the UK.
Following bacterial meningitis or septicaemia, one in ten people will die and at least a third of survivors will be left with lifelong after-effects such as hearing loss, epilepsy, limb loss or learning difficulties
Meningitis and septicaemia can affect anyone, of any age, at any time. However, babies and young children are most at risk, and young people between 15 – 24 years are also a higher risk group.
In the past 20 years, effective vaccines have been developed to give protection against SOME types of meningitis. These are offered to all babies and young children as part of the UK childhood immunisation programme. BUT there are not vaccines to protect against ALL types.
A vaccine to protect against meningococcal group B (Men B) disease, the most common cause of bacterial meningitis and septicaemia, was introduced into the UK childhood immunisation programme in September 2015.
If you suspect someone may be ill with meningitis or septicaemia, trust your instincts and get immediate medical help.
Meningitis Now aims to reduce the impact of meningitis by raising awareness and funding research into vaccine and treatment. For support and advice on meningitis call the Meningitis Now Helpline on 0808 80 10 388.
For more information or to donate visit the website at www.MeningitisNow.org

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A Suffolk groundsman said he could not believe it when his name was announced as the winner of a national award.
Bryan Symonds, of Bacton United 89 FC, was named winner of the National Step 7
And Below Award category at the Groundsman of the Year Awards, organised by The FA.
The 73-year- old, who won the Suffolk FA competition earlier this year, attended the awards event at the Hilton Hotel at St George’s Park on Tuesday.
Symonds, who was accompanied by club treasurer Martin Feverue, said: “It was a fabulous day out.
“I was surprised at the size of the place – the buildings and layout – and the pitches are phenomenal.
“When it came to the awards I was starting to think we were going to come away with nothing when clubs that were highly commended, third-placed and second-placed were read out and we were not among them.
“When it was announced that we had won I could not believe it.”
Winning the award capped off a memorable day that included a question and answer session with a panel of professional groundsmen and judges.
These included Alan Ferguson, head of grounds and estates at St George’s Park, Karl Standley, the head groundsman at Wembley Stadium, plus Lee Jackson and Andy Gray, head groundsmen at Manchester City and Southampton respectively.
Ironically, Ferguson, who was living at nearby Mendlesham and was Ipswich Town groundsman at the time, helped to advise Bacton on their pitches before the club moved to Brickwall Meadow in 2009.
There was then a tour of the site which included a focus on different types of pitch construction, new pitch maintenance practices, and a chance to view some of the machinery used on the site, before lunch was followed by the awards ceremony.
Although he is the groundsman, Symonds said that it was a real team effort at Bacton and praised the contribution of president Keith Miller, Roger Lawson, John Evans, Ivan Alexander and Neil Hitter.
“It would not be possible to do what we do without their help,” said Symonds.
“When we got back home we took the cup up to the ground and the first team, who were training, stopped and started clapping.”

Suffolk groundsman Symonds scoops national award


A Suffolk groundsman said he could not believe it when his name was announced as the winner of a national award.


This week’s winner is Steve Greig with this classic East Anglian scene.
Steve, from Bury St Edmunds, said he took the picture ‘at the end of a super walk around Bures’ with the water mill looking splendid in the sunshine.
Puppy by Peter Simpson ANL-160824-121719001
Steve wins the chance to have his picture made into an A3 canvas print courtesy of Denny Bros’ Sprint Print service in King’s Road, Bury St Edmunds. Alternatively, he can choose to have five smaller glossy prints.
And Peter Simpson, from Little Waldingfield, sent in this picture of his border terrier puppy exploring the recently harvested cornfields around the village.
Send your pictures to news@buryfreepress.co.uk. Please put ‘readers’ pictures’ in the subject line and include your name, full postal address (we’ll need it if you’re a winner) and some information about your picture.

READERS’ PICTURES: Mill’s splendid in the sunshine


This week’s winner is Steve Greig with this classic East Anglian scene.


A parenting advice website has listed the most popular baby names so far in 2016 and revealed previous favourites such as Sophia, Mia, Daniel and Harrison are on the decline.
Bounty Baby Club, a popular parenting advice site, has scaled its 100,000 visitors a month, to uncover the most popular baby names of the first half of 2016 and there are a few surprises.
A few favourites of recent years are still holding their popularity but the results reveal some new up and coming themes and trends.
The favourites
Holding onto their 2015 top spots, Alfie and Isla remain the most popular names for boys and girls. Out of the top 100 most popular names, the biggest winners have been Caleb, jumping up nine positions to 19, Jenson, rising up five places to 26 and Ellie, rising up nine positions to nine.
The biggest climber so far this year has been Arlo, previously was outside of the top 50, now cementing a top 10 position at number six. Other names you may start to hear more include Freddie, Aaron, Phoebe, Ellis and Millie.
So what names are falling out of favour this year?
Results show that for girls, Sienna, Mia, Sophia, Mila and Scarlett are on the decline in 2016. Yesterday’s news for boys’ names include Dylan, Sebastian, Daniel and Harrison which are proving less popular than they have in recent years.
There is a new trend of baby names emerging from Bounty’s findings, vowel heavy names, particularly for girls. Male names ending in a softer letter are also becoming more popular, for example names such as Alfie, Arlo, Archie and Harry.
Take a look at the top 10 for boys and girls for the first half of the year below:
Top 10 most popular baby boy names of 2016 so far:
Alfie
Oscar
Teddy
Harry
Jack
Arlo
Noah
Charlie
Jacob
Archie
Top 10 most popular baby girl names of 2016 so far:
Isla
Amelia
Ava
Freya
Evie
Olivia
Esme
Elsie
Mia
Ellie

REVEALED - the most popular baby names so far in 2016


Fresh from their successful Summer season at Aldeburgh and Southwold, Suffolk Summer Theatre visit the Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds between September 6 -10 with their fun-filled production of The 39 Steps.
For the first time these two Suffolk based Theatrical institutions join together to present the rippingest of ripping yarns.
Recently returned from the colonies, Richard Hannay is terribly bored.
In need of something entirely pointless to do, he goes to the theatre! From this innocuous beginning, Hannay is plunged into adventure involving the stupendous Mr Memory, an exotic female spy, the sinister Professor Jordan and an array of heavies.
The thrilling film by Alfred Hitchcock from the story by John Buchan is made larger-than-life on stage courtesy of a cast of thousands… and four actors!
The show features local actor Joe Leat (Eastern Angles, Common Ground Theatre Company), he returns to the Theatre Royal after recently appearing in Breathing the Blue (2016) and The Count of Monte Cristo (2015).
The ensemble cast is completed by Simon Stanhope, Amy Christina Murray and Clive Flint.
The play originates from the pens of writers Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon who came up with the idea of staging the whole adventure with just four actors and a lot of ingenuity.
First produced at the Georgian Theatre, Richmond, North Yorkshire, it became an instant success and subsequently toured the UK.
The 39 Steps has been adapted by Patrick Barlow from an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon by arrangement of Fiery Angel LTD.

John Buchan’s classic thriller to be staged at Bury St Edmunds Theatre Royal


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Caring for the environment is about making sure there is a world to pass on to future generations, so it is apt a college is sponsoring our ‘green’ award.
The Green/Environmental Award in this year’s Bury Free Press Business awards is again sponsored by Easton and Otley College, which is famed for its agricultural and land-based courses.
Green/Environmental Award presented by Chris Nix, director of estates at Easton and Otley College, to Precision Marketing ANL-151010-020259009
It’s promotions manager John Nice said: “Environmental issues are very important to us as a college – both in principle and practice.
“Last year, the entries for this category were very varied and diverse and it was brilliant to travel across West Suffolk and see the passion that people have for this subject.
“We are hoping for the same high standard of entries and commitment to green issues again in 2016.
“As a person who was born in Bury St Edmunds, it’s always great to attend these awards and find out about all the great things that are happening in the town
“The stories that you hear about – of businesses both small and large – are always inspirational. Representing a college whose student population is around 15 per cent people from Bury and the surrounding villages, it’s a pleasure to be involved in this celebratory occasion that helps fly the flag for Bury.”
Easton and Otley Colleges merged in 2012 creating the fifth biggest landbased college in the country in terms of the number of students, staff and courses. The college has about 700 staff and 5,000 students and was rated ‘good’ by Ofsted.
More than £40 million has been invested in new facilities across both campuses in the last 12 years, including greenhouses, agricultural barns and an animal centre.
Last year the Green/Environmental Award went to the Precision Marketing Group.
West Suffolk College, in Bury, is a long term sponsor of out coveted Employee of the Year award, which last year went to James Sawyer of Whatley Lane Estate Agents.
Before last year’s awards, college principal Nikos Savvas said: “We are proud to be supporting this award.
“We are the bridge between education and the workplace and the students that come through our doors leave us ready to create success for their future employers and support this region’s continued economic prosperity.”
West Suffolk College’s main campus is in Out Risbygate with its Construction and Building Services at The Milburn Centre, Anglian Lane, in Bury. In addition, the collegehas Local Learning Centres in Haverhill, Ipswich, Mildenhall, Thetford, Stowmarket and Sudbury.
The college has more than 10,000 students studying for all levels of qualification and programme including 650 higher education learners linked to its membership of the University of Suffolk.
Ofsted recently graded the provision ‘good’ with areas that were ‘outstanding’.
In addition to full-time, part-time and adult education, the college has a large contract for apprenticeships and professional training for businesses, working with more than 1,500 employers.
West Suffolk College was one of the first colleges in the country to start delivering the New Apprenticeship Standards. A recent Ofsted survey showed that 100 per cent of employers asked would recommend West Suffolk College to other employers.
It has just won investment from the LEP to open a new Engineering and Innovation centre in Bury which will lead the way for development, research and training in science, technology, engineering and maths.
nTo nominate, see a list of categories or for sponsorship details, visit http://burybusinessawards.weebly.com (no www) or contact the Johnston Press Midlands Events team on 01536 506123 or et.exhibitions@jpress.co.uk
Nominations must be in by September 16 so judges can make their decision before the awards dinner at The Apex on October 14.

Colleges continue to back Business Awards


Caring for the environment is about making sure there is a world to pass on to future generations, so it is apt a college is sponsoring our ‘green’ award.


Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn will be attending this Sunday’s Burston Strike School Rally, it has been confirmed.
Mr Corbyn, MP for Islington North, will replace Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell, who was due to appear at the annual event, which commemorates the longest-running strike in history.
Jeremy Corbyn is a lifelong supporter of the Burston Strike School, and his presence at the rally last year gave the attendance a significant boost
A regular in recent years, his increased profile last year while competing to become Labour leader saw the rally’s attendance in 2015 swell to 3,000, and is a late addition to this year’s event.
A spokesperson for the rally said: “The organisers of the Strike School Rally unfortunately have to report that the shadow chancellor John McDonnell MP will no longer be one of the speakers at the event this year.
“John is a hugely popular figure and many people will be greatly disappointed to hear that he will not be in attendance.
“Jeremy Corbyn is a lifelong supporter of the Burston Strike School, and his presence at the rally last year gave the attendance a significant boost.”
The day’s proceedings will kick off 10.45am, with a number of bands, poets, and speakers set to attend.
Musical entertainment on the day will be provided by Steve White and the Protest Family, Red Flags, the NASUWT Brass Band, and the Banner Theatre 1st May Band, while performance poet Attilla the Stockbroker is due to perform, as well as renowned poet, humourist and musician John Hegley.
Suffolk Punches will also lead the march around the ‘candlestick’, which follows the route of the children’s original demonstration.
For more information visit www.burstonstrikeschool.co.uk

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn set to attend Burston Strike School Rally


Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn will be attending this Sunday’s Burston Strike School Rally, it has been confirmed.


A Bury St Edmunds fundraiser’s gig in memory of his father has hit all the right notes for charity by raising £1,490.32.
To commemorate the sixth anniversary of his father Ian’s death from cancer, Lee Graham, decided the best way to remember him would be to stage the musical event Push Play, in aid of St Nicholas Hospice Care.
Mr Graham, pictured above, said: “I wanted to raise money in his memory as the hospice do absolutely amazing work and will do all I can to help and support this amazing cause.”
George Chilvers, community fundraiser for the Hospice, said: “Lee’s fundraising efforts for the Hospice really do make a big difference.”

Bury St Edmunds fundraiser hits the right notes for Hospice


A Bury St Edmunds fundraiser’s gig in memory of his father has hit all the right notes for charity by raising £1,490.32.


Following the painful play-off exit last time we locked horns, we certainly have a score to settle when the East Anglian Derby returns on Sunday (12pm).
The general consensus seemed to be that it was a good thing to be facing them so early on in the campaign, before they had chance to readjust to life back in the Championship.
But with just three games gone and seven points on the board those Canaries already seem to have a head of steam up, while our start has been a mixed bag.
For all the doom-and-gloom surrounding Saturday’s 2-0 defeat at Brentford though there were still a number of first-half chances that were fashioned that, on another day, could have seen a very different outcome.
A point at Molineux would normally be regarded as a good result but on Tuesday we could and should have taken advantage of a lacklustre Wolves side that seemed devoid of ideas.
While we seemed unlucky to not have Daryl Murphy’s header awarded as a goal, we were still left indebted to Bartosz Bialkowski again though, for a fine penalty save, to save Adam Webster’s blushes.
But the performance can certainly give us some confidence heading into Sunday.
Despite the giant gulf in the costs of the squads, I’m expecting another cagey derby affair where a set-piece or a swift counter-attack could prove decisive.
Shackling Wes Hoolahan will be pivotal to our chances, while with David McGoldrick sadly out injured again, we will need a big performance from young Teddy Bishop.
I’d also like to see Tommy Smith brought back into the defence, taking Webster out of the firing line.
It was terrible news to hear about former Town striker Dalian Atkinson’s tragic death this week. He was before my time but what a fitting tribute it would be to do it for Dalian on Sunday.

Ipswich Town fan Russell Claydon is hoping the Blues can do it for Atkinson in the derby


Following the painful play-off exit last time we locked horns, we certainly have a score to settle when the East Anglian Derby returns on Sunday (12pm).


The summer series of family events at St Edmundsbury Cathedral continues on August 23 and 25 with a feather and fun filled day where children can learn more about and get close to birds of prey.
A range of birds will be there, including eagles, owls and hawks.
Visitors can learn about their lives and challenges in the natural world and even be photographed with one of them.
At 11.30am and 2pm each day there will a chance to watch a full flying display and falconer’s demonstrations on the cathedral’s garth.
Each day there is also a family trail, plus art and craft activities.
Entry is £5 per person and includes the whole event (plus the flying displays) and activities on the day. Under-3s are free
On August 29 the cathedral is holding a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. It is an Alice in Wonderland themed drop-in event, with activities such as making a Cheshire Cat mask and Mad Hatter’s hat. An entry fee applies.

Masters of the skies to make flying visit to St Edmundsbury Cathedral


Two Suffolk sisters who took to the skies in support of West Suffolk Hospital are set to take their fundraising exploits to a new level.
Jess and Sian Davies, who both work at the hospital, are preparing for a two-wheel challenge in memory of their grandma, Elizabeth Davies, who died earlier this year.
The pair will tackle a 23-mile charity cycle ride after taking part in the annual sky dive, organised by the My WiSH Charity, in support of various departments at the hospital.
But they insist their next fundraiser in October will be a tougher challenge than jumping out of a plane.
Jess, 24, from Stowmarket, explained: “We are both cycling novices. I have had to buy a bike and Sian is using her old one for the first time in eight years.
“With the sky dive, you don’t have a lot of time to think. But the thought of cycling almost the distance of a marathon is more of a challenge.
“But we both have a very special connection with West Suffolk Hospital and we wanted to give something back.”
After more than £600 was donated in memory of Elizabeth Davies, the sisters wanted to continue their own fundraising.
The pair will cycle along the back roads between Rickinghall, where their grandmother lived, and the hospital where they will finish.
Sian, 27, from Honington, said: “We wanted to raise awareness of palliative care and we didn’t want to jump out of a plane again.”
Sian works as a sister in the Hospital’s Rainbow Ward while Jess is a senior occupational therapist.
You can sponsor them at: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/sisterscyclingchallenge.

Suffolk sisters to pedal in memory of their grandma


Two Suffolk sisters who took to the skies in support of West Suffolk Hospital are set to take their fundraising exploits to a new level.


The chairman of Bury St Edmunds’ Theatre Royal who helped turn around the venue’s fortunes is stepping down after completing his four year tenure.
Stephen Bourne joined as chairman of the theatre’s board of trustees in 2012 and oversaw major organisational changes with the playhouse’s director Karen Simpson.
The overhaul eliminated the theatre’s budget deficit and boosted audience numbers.
Mr Bourne said: “When I took on the chairmanship of the theatre four years ago, I never imagined such drama.
“The finances were a horror story, but have been transformed. Although there’s still work to do, we’re back on an even keel.
“The other great success has been the drama that occurs onstage. I’m so proud of the advances that have been made under Karen Simpson’s leadership in the past three years. We really can say that the Theatre Royal now offers something for everyone. The theatre’s on a roll, and we have a fine team in place. I’m a happy man.”
The theatre is now seeking a new chairman to champion the next four years. Interested applicants should submit a CV and covering letter by September 12 addressed to Keith Turner (Trustee), Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR.

Chairman of Bury St Edmunds’ Theatre Royal to step down


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Duke’s Comedy Club at The Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich presents some of the finest comedians from the UK on September 9.
These include the bawdy and brilliant, Vikki Stone - one of the finest musical comedians on the UK circuit today, rising star Simon Fielder, the king of quirky and fast becoming a star of stand up, and comedy magician Neil Henry who was one of the stand out acts of last year’s Edinburgh Festival and is a YouTube sensation after proposing to his girlfriend onstage.
Tickets can be booked through the tickets sales team by calling 01473 295900 or by booking online at www.wolseytheatre.co.uk.

Laughs galore at the Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich


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Firefighters extinguish blaze at former chicken shed


Firefighters have extinguished a blaze at a former chicken shed in Stowmarket.


THURLOW NUNN LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION: Newmarket Town 1 Mildenhall Town 3
In a local derby of two hugely contrasting halves, it was Mildenhall Town that were celebrating come the final whistle at the Ridgeons Stadium on Tuesday evening.
Hosting Newmarket Town were well worth their 1-0 half-time lead and could have been a goal or two more in the ascendancy.
But it was a revitalised Mildenhall that took to the 3G pitch after the restart, culminating in them scoring three unanswered goals to take the spoils with them back down the A11.
The influence of the unavailable Stephen Spriggs and Matt Green was sorely missed during the weekend’s home defeat to Felixstowe & Walton United, but both were restored to the Mildenhall starting line-up by manager Dean Greygoose.
However, the midfield duo — along with their team-mates — struggled to get a grip on proceedings during the opening 45 minutes as the Jockeys dominated the contest.
The clock flashed up nine minutes when Newmarket attacker Lewis Whitehead received possession wide on the left. He proceeded to cut inside his marker David Cooper, only to then shoot wide of the target.
Six minutes later Austen Diaper was sent racing clear on Josh Pope’s goal, but he got his shot all wrong as the ball rolled harmlessly wide.
The home team continued to probe with some neat passing moves, yet it was the direct approach that eventually paid dividends in the 27th minute.
Goalkeeper Ben Nower’s long goal kick was flicked on by Steve Holder and on this occasion the lively Whitehead made no mistake with a lob that left Pope stranded.
It was a relatively blunt response from Mildenhall as the half drew to a close, with their only real attempt coming from Sam Parkinson, who drove straight at Nower.
But whatever was said in the away dressing room during the interval certainly had a defining impact on the encounter.
Captain Luke Butcher headed over when well placed, while Spriggs drove into the side netting from a narrow angle.
That was followed by a speculative effort from distance by Cooper that left Nower rooted as it flew just wide, before Chris Bacon headed Green’s cross wide — all of this before the hour mark.
Mildenhall were now well in the ascendancy and there was a sense of inevitability about their equalising goal in the 65th minute.
Spriggs sent over a corner from the right and this time there was nothing wrong with Butcher’s radar as he powered a header into the net.
Four minutes later and Greygoose’s men were in front. Sent off on Saturday, Bacon showed no ill effects as he made the most of the time and space he was afforded inside the Newmarket box to guide Parkinson’s cross in via the upright.
Ollie Snaith replaced Diaper as Newmarket searched for parity, yet while the quick-footed midfielder looked energetic, he could not inspire his side.
Instead it was Mildenhall that went on to score the game’s fourth and final goal through Parkinson. His strike from 10 yards out was not the cleanest, but it had enough accuracy to creep inside Nower’s far post.
It was a moment that not only killed off Newmarket’s challenge, but also ensured that Mildenhall remain top of the table with 15 points from their first six matches.
Newmarket, meanwhile, are five points further back in sixth with a game in hand.
Journal Man of the Match: Joe Asensi (Mildenhall) - Even during the first half when his side were below par, the left-back retained his composure. In the second half he did a good job of keeping the lively Whitehead quiet.
Newmarket: Nower, Dalby, Chivers, Bowen, Betson, Watson, Paterson (Wayne 78), Thurlbourne, Whitehead, Diaper (Snaith 70), Holder (Webster 82)
Mildenhall: Pope, Cooper, Butcher, Ruddy, Asensi, Parkinson, Green, Hilton, Spriggs (Munro 84), Clift (D Brown 62), Bacon
Attendance: 176
* For match reaction see this Thursday’s Journal editions

MATCH REPORT: Derby delight for Mildenhall


THURLOW NUNN LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION: Newmarket Town 1 Mildenhall Town 3


Ambulance staff and volunteers have been thanked for their hard work during another busy bank holiday weekend.
The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) received more than 9,100 emergency calls during the long weekend (27th – 29th August) – 9% more than the 2015 August bank holiday weekend.
The busiest day of the weekend was Saturday with 3,299 calls across the East. The Trust received 2,776 calls on bank holiday Monday.
Community first responders attended almost 300 medical emergencies over the weekend.
Sandy Brown, Director of Nursing and Clinical Quality, said: “Whilst most people were enjoying a long weekend in the sun, our staff and volunteers were working hard to help patients across the East of England.
“I’d like to thank everyone for their efforts over the weekend.
“We continue to experience an increase in demand, but we coped well to provide the best possible care to patients over the bank holiday.”
County breakdown of number of calls over the bank holiday weekend compared with 2015:
Bedfordshire – 873 (849)
Cambridgeshire – 1,123 (1,095)
Essex – 2,992 (2,626)
Hertfordshire – 1,463 (1,491)
Norfolk – 1,444 (1,301)
Suffolk – 1,276 (1,019)

More than 9,100 calls to ambulance service over Bank Holiday weekend


Ambulance staff and volunteers have been thanked for their hard work during another busy bank holiday weekend.


Fresh from their successful Summer season at Aldeburgh and Southwold, Suffolk Summer Theatre visit the Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds between September 6 -10 with their fun-filled production of The 39 Steps.
For the first time these two Suffolk based Theatrical institutions join together to present the rippingest of ripping yarns.
Recently returned from the colonies, Richard Hannay is terribly bored.
In need of something entirely pointless to do, he goes to the theatre! From this innocuous beginning, Hannay is plunged into adventure involving the stupendous Mr Memory, an exotic female spy, the sinister Professor Jordan and an array of heavies.
The thrilling film by Alfred Hitchcock from the story by John Buchan is made larger-than-life on stage courtesy of a cast of thousands… and four actors!
The show features local actor Joe Leat (Eastern Angles, Common Ground Theatre Company), he returns to the Theatre Royal after recently appearing in Breathing the Blue (2016) and The Count of Monte Cristo (2015).
The ensemble cast is completed by Simon Stanhope, Amy Christina Murray and Clive Flint.
The play originates from the pens of writers Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon who came up with the idea of staging the whole adventure with just four actors and a lot of ingenuity.
First produced at the Georgian Theatre, Richmond, North Yorkshire, it became an instant success and subsequently toured the UK.
The 39 Steps has been adapted by Patrick Barlow from an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon by arrangement of Fiery Angel LTD.

John Buchan’s classic thriller to be staged at Bury St Edmunds Theatre Royal


Fresh from their successful Summer season at Aldeburgh and Southwold, Suffolk Summer Theatre visit the Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds between September 6 -10 with their fun-filled production of The 39 Steps.