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  1. Three-vehicle crash death man named

    The motorcyclist who died in three-vehicle crash on the A12 near Ipswich has been named.

    Gavin Chandler, 24, of Tunstall, was riding along the northbound dual carriageway at Foxhall on Wednesday at about 20:00 when his blue Yamaha motorcycle was involved in a collision with a black Ford KA and a grey Volvo.

    He was taken to hospital but died from his injuries.

    Crash on the A12 on Wednesday, 21 June
  2. JCB smashes wall in bank ram-raid

    Ram-raiders used a JCB to smash out the wall of a bank and steal a cash machine, said police.

    Lloyds bank ram-raid, Lakenheath

    As we reported, the cash point at the Lloyds bank in Lakenheath High Street was targeted at about 03:50 this morning.

    Suffolk Constabulary said the JCB was left in the middle of the road and at least three people wearing dark clothing were seen in the area.

    Detectives believe they fled the scene in two vehicles, possibly a white car and a red pick-up style vehicle.

    The road is currently closed while investigations take place.

  3. Fire destroys furniture shop

    A furniture shop has been destroyed in a fire overnight.

    Fire at Finbows Furnishers

    As we've been reporting, the blaze broke out at J Lawes in Bacton, near Stowmarket, just before midnight.

    Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service said the Finbows Furnishers shop was at the heart of the flames.

    Station commander Nigel Vincent said it is not yet known what caused the fire and an investigation will be carried out this morning.

    He said: "The Finbows Furnishers building was completely burned to the ground, however the crews with their initial actions protected adjacent buildings.

    "The fire could've been so much more if it were not for their quick actions."

    In a statement on their Facebook page, the owners of Finbows Furnishers have let their customers know what happened and thanked them for their "support and patience in this difficult time".

    Fire at Finbows Furnishers
    Fire at Finbows Furnishers
  4. Hockey: England win to secure World Cup spot

    Brenner Woolley

    BBC Radio Suffolk sport

    Suffolk pair George Pinner and Harry Martin helped England to a 4-2 win over Canada in the quarter-finals of the World League Semi-Final in London last night.

    David Goodfield

    Bobby Crutchley's side fought back from 2-0 down to secure their place at next year's World Cup.

    They'll now take on the Netherlands in the last-four tomorrow, after Olympic champions Argentina have played Malaysia in the other semi-final.

    The final is on Sunday.

  5. Ram-raiders target high street bank

    Ram-raiders targeted a cash point on a Suffolk high street in the early hours of this morning.

    Suffolk Police have closed off part of Lakenheath's High Street after the incident.

    The BBC understands the Lloyds Bank cash machine was stolen.

    Officers are expecting that part of the road to be closed for some time.

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  6. Furniture shop goes up in flames

    Fire crews remain on the scene of a fire which broke out at a furniture shop overnight.

    About 30 firefighters were called to J Lawes in Bacton, near Stowmarket, which is also known as Finbows Yard, just before midnight.

    The BBC understands the 900sqm Finbows Furnishers shop was at the heart of the blaze.

    One crew member at the scene tweeted the photo below earlier this morning to say they had saved three buildings and two businesses.

    View more on twitter
  7. Weather: Cloudy and cool but remaining mostly dry

    Elizabeth Rizzini

    BBC Look East weather

    Dry, cloudy and breezy with a few sunny spells possible throughout the day.

    It's going to feel cooler and fresher than in recent days.

    Maximum Temperature: 22C (72F)

    More details from BBC Weather.

  8. Welcome to our live coverage

    Kate Scotter

    BBC News

    Happy Fri-yay Suffolk.

    We hope you're ready for another day packed full of the news, sport, weather and travel for the county.

    We'll be bringing you news of a fire at a furniture shop in Bacton, near Stowmarket, which broke out overnight.

    There's also been a ram-raid at a bank in Lakenheath.

    But first, let's take a look at today's weather prospects.

  9. Our live coverage across the day

    That's it for our live updates for today, thank you for joining us.

    We'll be back again from 08:00 tomorrow.

    Until then, here's a quick recap of some of the stories we've been covering:

    • Teenagers arrested over gunshots and arson are released under investigation
    • Lightning strike causes delays on trains to Bury St Edmunds
    • Man dies in three-vehicle crash on A12

    Have a great evening.

    Glemsford
  10. Customer claims maggot eggs were on sealed roll bought from Greggs in Diss

    Diss Express

    A Greggs spokesperson has reassured customers their products at the Diss store are safe after apparent maggot eggs were found on a sealed roll.

    Exterior view of Greggs in Diss
  11. Video content

    Video caption: Life-size Ed Sheeran cake gives fans something to chew on

    The singer is not the first oversize, celebrity-themed cake to be tackled by its baker.

  12. There's a ferret in mi front room, what am I gonna do?

    Jen O'Neill, who lives in a village near Bury St Edmunds, had a bit of a shock last night when this ferret suddenly appeared in her house.

    ferret

    She said the animal strolled through her patio doors and made itself at home in her front room.

    Ferret

    Ms O'Neill says the ferret appears to be young and is "friendly", but she'd like to trace its owner.

    She's hoping a Facebook appeal will help her quest.

    Ferret
  13. Trio face 'battle for supremacy' at Foxhall

    Graeme Mac

    BBC Radio Suffolk sport

    Let it be said that quite a speedway meeting is potentially in store at Foxhall from later this evening.

    Craig Cook

    Ipswich Witches will attempt a tenth consecutive home win of the season against Workington Comets, with home riders Danny King and Rory Schlein undoubtedly keen to get the better of Craig Cook (pictured) on the night.

    The Comets number one and Great Britain captain beat them both to the British Championship on Monday, and Witches Director of Speedway Chris Louis says the trio might effectively become involved in a battle of their own.

    "I think there will be a battle for supremacy around Foxhall," Louis told us. "Craig always goes well here and has held the track record on a couple of occasions."

    "I'll be expecting some big battles from Craig, Danny and Rory for certain, but it would be nice if a couple of the other boys could mix it with them as well."

  14. Ipswich Town: A good start is vital - Mills

    Brenner Woolley

    BBC Radio Suffolk sport

    Ipswich legend Mick Mills believes Town must make the most of a relatively comfortable opening month of the season to ease the pressure on boss Mick McCarthy.

    Mick Mills

    The fixtures computer looks to have been fairly kind to the Blues who will face Birmingham City, Barnsley and Millwall in their first three games.

    "Mick knows he's got to produce the goods and he really must get off to a good start because there will be too many people voicing their opinions towards the management if they don't," Mills told BBC Suffolk.

    "They'll be well prepared for what they've got to do so let's just hope they can get the squad to produce the goods."

  15. Speedway: Witches boss explains team change

    Brenner Woolley

    BBC Radio Suffolk sport

    Ipswich Witches team manager Ritchie Hawkins has switched two of his riders around for tonight's home meeting against Workington Comets.

    Cameron Heeps

    Cameron Heeps (pictured) moves up to three, with Justin Sedgmen dropping to four.

    “I changed the riding order last year at times and I am open to doing the best for every night. We review it every week really," Hawkins told the club website.

    "Cameron is riding very well and by moving him to three I am just trying to get the best potential out of everybody. We are still experimenting to find the best line-up."

  16. Teen is banned from town for moped thefts

    A teenager has been banned from entering the Ipswich area for 18 months.

    The Ipswich town sign on London Road

    The 16-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, pleaded guilty at Ipswich Youth Court to a series of crimes in the town which involved vehicle theft.

    The sentence also included an 18-month community order, a three-month curfew between 19:00 and 08:00 and a driving disqualification for 18 months.

    The boy was also ordered to pay £200 compensation.

    Suffolk Police said the vehicle theft crimes related to mopeds being stolen in the Ipswich area, one in April, the other in May.

  17. Man suffers burns after gas heater explosion

    A man has been airlifted to hospital with serious burns after a gas heater exploded.

    Essex and Herts Air Ambulance

    The East of England Ambulance Service was called to Debenham Road in Stonham Aspal at about 10:15 today.

    The man in his 20s had burns to his face and arms in the explosion.

    The Essex and Herts Air Ambulance took him to Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford.

    His condition is not believed to be life-threatening, the ambulance service said.