East Suffolk One News desk

Two men from Suffolk have both been recognised with national lifetime achievement awards. John Wylson hass been dedicated to the never-ending task of managing and supporting the ex-commercial fishing smack, Excelsior, built in 1921, which he purchased in the early 1980s. He was instrumental in forming the Excelsior Trust and obtained grant funding for its authentic restoration and the purchase of dedicated boatyard facilities. Everything was replaced above three planks […]

From today (Monday 4th December) dozens of new police officers will start working in new ways with our communities here in Suffolk. The change aims to strengthen community links with the local people and to ensure the force continues to provide the best possible policing service for the public. The updates to the community policing function is in response to the rising and changing demands that are presented to the […]

A young football fan from Beccles will  never forget a football match he saw at Wembley. 10 year old Mason Galley watched the England Malta game - and ended up being given goalkeeper Jordan Pickford’s gloves. Speaking to East Suffolk One - Mason said it took a social media post from the England Number 1 himself - before his friends at school believed him the next day. Pictured above from […]

Two people have been charged with attempted murder following an incident that took place in Beccles. It took place on Saturday 18 November at about 2.45am on London Road. A victim, a man aged in his 50s, was attacked by a group of people who emerged from a car. The victim was pulled to the floor and stamped on. The group then returned to the vehicle and then when they […]

Suffolk Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to in connection with an assault and theft from a shop in Lowestoft… A man reportedly took laundry products and attempted to leave the store, making no effort to pay. He was challenged by a female member of staff, who he was said to grab by the arm and push away before he left on foot. The […]

A 29-year-old man has been jailed for life after being convicted of murdering his neighbour in Leiston last year. Oskars Kantors appeared at Ipswich Crown Court today, Friday 17th November, where he was sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 21 years and nine months. Kantors, of Old School Close in Leiston, was found guilty of murder on Wednesday (15th November), following a trial lasting just over two […]

A community project in Beccles is asking people living and working in the town to 'Love Where They Live'. Thethree-day event started today (Friday 17th November), as East Suffolk Council and Beccles Town Council ask for volunteers to help clear litter or weeds from outside their homes and businesses. Blyburgate Hall will be used as a base for volunteers to pick up equipment and drop off any rubbish or green […]

An ex-serviceman from Lowestoft has been awarded a special medal for a duty he did over 60 years ago. Brian Hunter was presented with his “Nuclear Test Medal” - after being stationed on Christmas Island in the Pacific Ocean back in 1958, as bombs were tested as part of Operation Grapple. Brian was presented with his medal at the Royal Norfolk and Suffolk Yacht Club following the Remembrance Sunday by […]

Trick or treat maybe Halloween harmless fun for many - but spare a thought for those that live alone or are vulnerable. That's the simple message from Suffolk Police tonight - and heading into bonfire weekend too. Avoid knocking on strangers doors - or those without decorations or pumpkins. Local Safer Neighbourhood Teams will also be carrying out patrols. However, rain and strong winds could arrive duing the evening - […]