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Mark Boggis

Eastern Daily Press

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Shopfronts on historic high street look set for makeover

Shopfronts dating back to the 1860s could be enhanced in a seaside town.

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'Successful' tea room at care home set for extension

A residential care home is set to extend part of its successful tea room after council officials gave plans the go-ahead.

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Yobs smash lights and throw battery on church roof

A group of youths are being sought by police after a parish church was targeted.

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Delight as historic railway station features on Hairy Biker TV show

The ongoing regeneration of a coastal railway station has been featured as part of a new television programme.

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MP left 'violated' by AI image of her in a bikini

An MP said she had been left violated after an image of her was manipulated to portray her appearing publicly in a bikini.

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Call for well-wishers to shower 'wonderful' woman with cards on 100th birthday

A care home is calling on kind-hearted people to show their support for a "wonderful" woman.

10.01.2026 4

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Art studio to be built in garden of village home

An art studio looks set to be created in the garden of a village home.

10.01.2026 3

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Pub faces closure over lock-ins and noise complaints

A pub situated not far away from a police station is facing a probe over alleged lock-ins and noise complaints.

09.01.2026 5

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Purr-fect pets proving to be ideal friends to help beat isolation

It is being seen as the 'purr-fect way' for isolated people to make friends on the coast.

09.01.2026 6

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Trapped muntjac deer freed from storage container

An injured deer that was trapped within a storage container was freed by a wildlife rescue charity.

08.01.2026 3

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Prominent former department store on the market for £895,000

A prominent former department store that closed in a seaside town almost seven years ago is being offered for sale.

07.01.2026 8

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Severe weather plan activated to support rough sleepers as ice warning issued

A council has extended its Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) for those sleeping rough or at risk of homelessness.

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Former care home that closed over safety fears up for auction

A former care home which was closed after safety concerns were raised could be set for a new lease of life.

06.01.2026 3

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UK's only free beach festival set to return this summer

The date has been announced for the return of the UK's only free beach festival.

06.01.2026 5

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Separate bids for new HMOs in town are rejected

Bids to turn two homes in a seaside town into small houses of multiple occupation have been rejected.

04.01.2026 8

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Fire ravaged building could be set for new lease of life

A fire-ravaged building on a high street could be set for a new lease of life.

03.01.2026 4

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In pictures: More of what made the headlines in 2025 in coastal town

2025 was the year that saw patriotic flags appear on lampposts in Lowestoft, as preparations for the Sizewell C construction started to become...

03.01.2026 5

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Fears 'amazing' community hub is closing are dismissed

Officials have pledged that moves have been taken to preserve the future of a community hub.

02.01.2026 5

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Care home in market town could become 'much-needed' new flats

A Grade II listed care home in a market town could be set for a new lease of life as part of contingency plans.

01.01.2026 4

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'Beautiful' cottage in town park gets fresh trim during re-thatching

A historic cottage which has been a prominent feature at a park in a seaside town for over a century has been given a fresh trim in time for the new...

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In pictures: What made the headlines in town in 2025

2025 was the year that patriotic flags appeared on lampposts in Lowestoft, as preparations for the Sizewell C construction started to become...

01.01.2026 4

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New windows set to be installed at historic mill

New windows look set to be installed on a historic mill that was converted into a home in the 1990s.

31.12.2025 6

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Green light for new waterfront homes as part of 'high-quality' housing bid

Waterfront homes with prime lakeside views look set to be created after plans were given the go-ahead.

30.12.2025 4

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Brave North Sea dippers defy the weather

Organisers of a festive tradition have hailed the "amazing" community response.

30.12.2025 4

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Vital service set to relocate on east coast

A vital service is set to relocate on the east coast in the new year.

30.12.2025 3

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How you can kickstart 2026 smoke free

Leave smoking in the past in 2026 - with help from Feel Good Suffolk.

28.12.2025 3

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Mother's moving tribute to 'shining star' teenager Skye

The mother of a much-loved teenager who died following a cardiac arrest at her Lowestoft home has paid an emotional tribute to her.

27.12.2025 10

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Christmas presents among items stolen as vehicles targeted in break-ins

Christmas presents were among numerous items stolen as vehicles were targeted during a spate of thefts in a seaside town.

26.12.2025 10

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Hearts and crafts await as vendor applications open for town market

Love is set to be in the air in a seaside town in the new year as a Valentine's-themed market makes a welcome return.

25.12.2025 3

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Community spirit shines as care home surprised with 'incredible haul' of gifts

A care home in a seaside town has been inundated with gifts to help everyone enjoy a magical Christmas.

25.12.2025 5

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Special offers as barber shop unveils new management

New management has been unveiled at a family owned barbers.

25.12.2025 5

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Theatre contractors claim to be owed thousands after revamp

Subcontractors hired to work on the £3m revamp of a historic seaside theatre claim they are still owed thousands of pounds for their labour

24.12.2025 3

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Festive fun run in town helps to boost families in need

Dozens of people donned festive fancy dress as they dashed into the Christmas season.

24.12.2025 3

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Joy as outstanding students honoured at awards ceremony

The outstanding achievements of more than 90 students have been honoured at a special awards ceremony.

24.12.2025 3

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Care farm to branch out with new learning centre

A new learning centre is set to be unveiled at a well-established care farm after plans were given the go-ahead.

23.12.2025 3

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Bid to unveil flat at back of shop on historic high street is rejected

A bid to convert part of a charity shop into a flat on a historic high street has been rejected.

21.12.2025 4

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New equipment unveiled as town play area is refurbished

Fun is in store for youngsters as improved equipment and facilities have been unveiled at a newly refurbished play area in a seaside town.

21.12.2025 3

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Reform UK gain another seat at county council with by-election victory

Reform UK has increased its presence on a county council following a coastal by-election.

20.12.2025 10

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Building housing town nail bar is sold at auction

A mixed-use building housing a nail bar and a flat has been sold for above its estimate at auction.

20.12.2025 3

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How a whole village gets in Christmas spirit with colourful nativity walk

Shepherds, Innkeepers, star-gazing wise men, King Herod, donkeys, alpacas and even some sheep will all gather next week to provide a coastal community...

20.12.2025 4

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Homes ransacked at town properties targeted in break-ins

Rooms have been ransacked during a spate of burglaries in a seaside town.

20.12.2025 3

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Man jailed following frenzied attack with steak knife on boyfriend

A man who stabbed his boyfriend repeatedly with a steak knife during a frenzied attack in woodland has been given a lengthy prison sentence for...

19.12.2025 3

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Fresh bid to restore shopfronts on historic high street

Improvements could be made to shopfronts on a historic high street provided plans get the go-ahead.

19.12.2025 4

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Norwich City stars in surprise hospital visit

Players from Norwich City's men's and women's teams made a special festive visit to surprise young patients in hospital.

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Major funding boost ensures group can continue giving a vital voice to locals

A community group is celebrating after receiving funding that has helped secure its future.

18.12.2025 4

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Norwich City stars in surprise hospital visit

Players from Norwich City's men's and women's teams made a special festive visit to surprise young patients in hospital.

18.12.2025 4

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Homes affected by 'unplanned water disruption'

Householders across parts of north Lowestoft have been experiencing low water pressure and disruption.

18.12.2025 4

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Last chance to see museum’s festive ‘Ride the Lights 2025’ event

People have a last chance to enjoy a festive trip back in time  thanks to a funding agreement.

18.12.2025 4

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Revised bin collection dates across district over festive season

Bin collection days for householders across East Suffolk are set to change over the festive period.

18.12.2025 4

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Health worker heroes praised at awards ceremony

A nurse who helped a young man with a life limiting condition to marry his partner has been honoured with a special award.

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