September 2015
Business buzz in Haverhill as over twenty businesses sign up to jobs fair (2015-09-07)
Over twenty businesses are now confirmed to be exhibiting at the Haverhill Jobs & Apprenticeships Fair next Friday.
Back to school, back to networking... (2015-09-07)
Parents can now breathe a sigh of relief as the first full week back at school begins. There will be no more worrying about childcare, allowing you to focus on your business and get back into networki...
PCCs across the region to recruit lawyers to chair hearings into allegations of police misconduct (2015-09-07)
Suffolk's Police and Crime Commissioner Tim Passmore has joined forces with PCCs across the region to recruit lawyers to chair hearings into
Suffolk Fire and Rescue respond to major fire in Sudbury (2015-09-08)
Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service was called to a large and devastating fire in Sudbury town centre yesterday, Sunday 6th September.
Stratford St. Mary church roof lead theft - witness appeal (2015-09-08)
Suffolk Police is appealing for information following a lead roof theft from a church in Stratford St. Mary.
Films this week at Haverhill Cineworld (2015-09-08)
Some great films showing this week at Haverhill Cineworld ...
Haverhill Arts Centre Presents The Canterbury Tales (2015-09-08)
Acclaimed historical theatre company Blast from the Past present a new version of Geoffrey Chaucer’s timeless classic The Canterbury Tales at Haverhill Arts Centre on Friday 2 October at 7.30pm. Ticke...
Teenager bailed following Exning fire (2015-09-08)
A 17-year-old girl, arrested on suspicion of arson following a fire at a school in Exning in the early hours of Friday, has been bailed to return to police later this month.
Virtual Courts and Live Links have rolled out across Norfolk and Suffolk (2015-09-08)
The way in which certain vulnerable victims and witnesses, police officers and staff give evidence in court across Norfolk and Suffolk is changing.
Moyse's Hall Museum West Stow Anglo Saxon Village (2015-09-09)
To celebrate the 2014/15 series of Brecks Heritage Building Skills workshops and introduce new work, West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village, 11am Saturday 19 September
Suffolk smokers urged to sign up to Stoptober (2015-09-09)
Suffolk smokers urged to sign up to Stoptober with friends, family and colleagues to boost chances of quitting
National Counter Terrorism Awareness Week 7-11 September 2015 (2015-09-09)
It is a sad fact that in today’s world we regularly bear witness to reports of terrorist atrocities through the media involving activist groups and individuals, but we rarely hear about the good work ...
Haverhill Tennis Club Annual Closed Tournament (2015-09-09)
Haverhill Tennis Club held its annual closed tournament final’s day on Sunday 6th September and the crowd of spectators were rewarded with some excellent tennis. In all of the main adult events only one title was won by last year winners. The juniors started the day off with Luke Marsh overcoming a determined Thomas Parrett 6-3, 6-4, regaining the 12U trophy he has won for the past 3 years. Andreas Kitsis played some great tennis against last season’s winner Sam Howard in the 16U, but Sam’s consistency and power proved to be too strong for Andreas. Sam won 6-0, 6-1. Six time ladies singles champion Abi Cartwright-Thomas played one of Haverhill’s up and coming juniors Keri Tobin, Abi got off to a flying start and saved a few game points to lead in the first set 4-1, but Keri kept her nerve to win a very tight first set 7-5, in the second set Keri proved what a fine tennis player she is becoming and at times over powered Abi, eventually winning 7-5, 6-1. Abi showed what a fine sportswomen she is by complimenting Keri on a fine match. In the Men’s final Joshua Dashwood was hoping to make it 3 years in a row against Gratz Senn, having beaten Gratz in the last two finals. Gratz played some great tennis and some of the rallies were of a very high standard. On the day Gratz’s consistency proved to be the difference on this occasion, winning 6-2,6-2. In the Men doubles final it was all new pairings with Tom Marsh and Sam Howard playing Gratz and Nigel Fitch. Gratz and Nigel volleyed extremely well and despite some brilliant passing shots by the younger pair, Gratz and Nigel’s experience showed winning 6-3,6-3. Ladies doubles champions from last year Rachel and Sarah Jeffs played Sarah Lee and Marcia Armstrong in a very close final. Rachel and Sarah won a tight first set 7-6 in the tie break but failed to keep the momentum going losing the next 2 sets 6-2, 6-4. In a late finish Joshua Dashwood and Marcia Armstrong retained their mixed doubles title beating Abi Cartwright –Thomas and Adam Fowle with a solid display 6-4, 6-2. Consolation winners on the day Jim Dalby bt John Anderson 6-4, 6-4 in the men’s singles. The ladies singles was stopped because of injury to one of the players and will be played at a later date. Jim Darby then teamed up to play with Chris Clayden in the doubles against Peter Cundall and Brian Bentham winning convincingly. The mixed match was very close but husband and wife pair Sarah Lee and Per Strid beat Tom Marsh and Amy Gardener 7-6, 6-3. This was a very successful summer competition played on a glorious summer’s day. If you would like any information about the tennis club, then please visit www.haverhilltennisclub.co.uk for further details
Matthew Hancock MP will visit Haverhill & Newmarket on Friday 11 September 2015 (2015-09-09)
1000 – 1230
Please be alert after bogus officer scam (2015-09-09)
Police are urging residents to be alert after a couple were conned into handing over £5,000 to a man posing as an officer.
Tour of Britain spectators to benefit from reduced Park and Ride fares (2015-09-09)
Aviva Tour of Britain spectators planning on coming into Ipswich will be able to receive a reduced fare on Ipswich Buses Park and Ride services on Saturday 12 September.
Health teams in Suffolk launch new childhood illnesses app (2015-09-10)
Public Health Suffolk and Suffolk’s clinical commissioning groups have launched a comprehensive guide to common childhood illnesses aimed at parents and carers. The new childhood illnesses booklet and...
British World War II veterans to be honoured with special medals ceremony for their service in the arctic convoys (2015-09-10)
Around 30 British World War II veterans are to receive the Ushakov medal at a special ceremony on Monday 14 September at Suffolk County Council, Endeavour House, Russell Road, Ipswich, marking their p...
Police target motorists who fail to belt-up (2015-09-10)
Dozens of drivers have been caught not wearing a seatbelt as police in Suffolk continue with a week-long enforcement campaign.
‘Joan Mann Special Sports Day at RAF Mildenhall (2015-09-15)
In its 34th year the Joan Mann Special Sports Day event brings together people with special needs for a fun day of sports and activities, supported by US servicemen and servicewomen. Cllr Maureen Byrn...
Matt Hancock seeks local views about RAF Mildenhall (2015-09-15)
Local MP Matt Hancock is seeking constituents’ views about the future of the air base at Mildenhall and is asking local residents to complete a survey about the matter.
Drug trafficker ordered to pay back £400k (2015-09-15)
A drugs trafficker who was jailed for 25 years for trying to smuggle cocaine worth £34m into the UK has been ordered to hand over £400,000 or face even longer behind bars.
Haverhill Tennis Club Results (2015-09-15)
Haverhill Ladies completed their fixtures last week winning 6-2 against Soham and in doing so won the Norfolk & Suffolk tennis league two points clear of their nearest rivals.
Films this week at Haverhill Cineworld (2015-09-15)
Some great films showing this week at Haverhill Cineworld ...
Matt Hancock visits Exning Primary School after fire (2015-09-15)
Matt Hancock MP visited Exning Primary School on Friday, after a classroom was destroyed in a fire.
Matt Hancock delighted at Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair response (2015-09-17)
Matt Hancock has thanked all the exhibitors at last week’s Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair in Haverhill as he publishes an advert for an Apprentice in his Parliamentary office.
Matt Hancock welcomes consultation on Exning Post Office (2015-09-17)
Local MP Matt Hancock has welcomed the news that the Post Office are proposing to move the Post Office branch in Exning into the Londis store in the village.
Suffolk Roadsafe targets speeding enforcement in the county's villages (2015-09-18)
Funding to support more targeted speeding enforcement right across the county was agreed in yesterday's Roadsafe meeting, chaired by Suffolk County Council’s cabinet member for Highways and Transport,...
Matt Hancock calls for better disabled access in Haverhill (2015-09-18)
Matt Hancock MP has given his support to a Haverhill teenager’s campaign to improve disabled access in the town, as he nominates her for a national award.
Scam warning issued (2015-09-21)
Police are warning businesses and individuals to be alert for scams after a Suffolk company was conned into handing over more than a million pounds by a bogus caller.
The Battle of Britain Anniversary Air Show wows a sell-out crowd (2015-09-21)
The Battle of Britain Anniversary Air Show held at Duxford on Saturday 19 September and Sunday 20 September saw a sell-out crowd experience the history and atmosphere of Duxford’s Battle of Britain he...
Suffolk Constabulary joins global call for end to domestic abuse (2015-09-21)
Monday 21 September, is International Peace Day and Suffolk Constabulary is joining forces with police colleagues across the UK to highlight the issue of domestic abuse.
Graduates take the first step on the teaching career ladder in Suffolk (2015-09-21)
More than 50 graduates have started new careers in Suffolk schools thanks to an innovative internship programme.
‘Residents picket Havebury Meeting’ (2015-09-22)
A group of residents protested outside a meeting of Havebury Housing Association with Haverhill Town Councillors, held at Castle Manor Academy on Monday, 21st Sept.
Suffolk’s leaders launch bid to find locations for Short Stay Stopping Sites (2015-09-23)
Leaders across Suffolk’s public sector are calling for landowners and other interested parties to suggest sites that could be used for Short Stay Stopping Sites for the Gypsy and Traveller community.
Films this week at Haverhill Cineworld (2015-09-23)
For bookings and film information visit cineworld.com or
Long service recognition for former councillors (2015-09-24)
Nine former councillors who served for a total of more than 140 years on St Edmundsbury Borough Council, have been honoured for their public service.
Police target drivers using mobile phones (2015-09-25)
Police in Norfolk and Suffolk will be targeting motorists who "dice with death" using mobile phones behind the wheel.
Films this week at Haverhill Cineworld (2015-09-29)
For bookings and film information visit cineworld.com or call 0871 200 2000 in the UK or 1520 880 444 in Ireland
Upcoming catalytic converter marking day in Crowfield (2015-09-29)
Officers in Mid Suffolk are holding a free catalytic converter marking session to help reduce further crime.
Haverhill – Appeal after man is assaulted (2015-09-29)
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 37-year-old man was attacked in Haverhill yesterday evening, Monday 28 September.
Man arrested following million pound fraud (2015-09-29)
A 32-year-old man from Chiswick has been arrested by police investigating a million pound fraud.
Haverhill – Man arrested following assault (2015-09-30)
Detectives investigating an assault in Haverhill ave arrested a man in connection with the incident.
Fire and Rescue Service promotes home safety as part of national Older Person’s day (2015-09-30)
As part of The Chief Fire Officers Association’s (CFOA), Home Safety Week (28 Sept – 4 Oct) Suffolk’s firefighters and community safety teams are joining forces with health colleagues to kick-start wo...
Fire and Rescue Service promotes home safety as part of national Older Person’s day (2015-09-30)
As part of The Chief Fire Officers Association’s (CFOA), Home Safety Week (28 Sept – 4 Oct) Suffolk’s firefighters and community safety teams are joining forces with health colleagues to kick-start wo...