Mariam Issimdar
BBC News

The Ipswich-born presenter and actor Brian Cant has died at the age of 83.

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He was best known for presenting the BBC's Play School for 21 years from 1964, and Play Away from 1971 to 1984.

His voice was known to millions as the narrator in shows such as Trumpton, his most famous line being the fire brigade call-out: "Pugh, Pugh, Barney McGrew, Cuthbert, Dibble, Grub."

Mr Cant had been living with Parkinson's Disease.

He died at Denville Hall, a retirement home in London often used by those in the entertainment industry.

A statement from the family said: "He lived courageously with Parkinson's disease for a long time."

Read his full obituary here.

This Google map shows the "triangle estate" in south west Ipswich, bordered by London Road, Hadleigh Road and the eastern end of Chantry Park.

Police cordoned off the area outside a house on Kelly Road, which runs between Dickens Road and Lavenham Road. The railway line runs through the area.

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Witnesses have been describing being woken up in the early hours following reports of gun shots and a suspected arson attack at a house in Kelly Road in the Chantry Park area of Ipswich.

"There was a loud bang - twice," one woman witness told the BBC.

Another woman told our reporter that she woke up and saw "some kind of fire" out of the window.

The woman said the fire was on the grass of the property in Kelly Road and shortly afterwards the police turned up along with the police helicopter.

"It wasn't a dangerous fire as it wasn't on the property, but it was quite scary after a car fire outside the same property two days ago," she said.

Police say they're investing the reports.

Kelly McCormack
BBC Radio Suffolk

Police are investigating a suspected attempted arson after an incident in Ipswich in the early hours of this morning.

The force had a number of calls saying shots had been fired at a home on Kelly Road on the "triangle estate" near Chantry Park just before 02:30.

Other calls said items had been set on fire and thrown at the house.

The police helicopter and officers spent several hours searching for suspects, but any offenders had fled.

Police, external say no one inside was hurt and they are a trying to establish what was fired and looking into motives.

Rail commuters faced delays on Monday as services were reduced due to the hot weather.

Kate Kinsella
BBC Weather

Another hot, sunny and dry day across the BBC East region, but there will be a little more cloud for some parts.

Inland temperatures are expected to reach between 27C and 30C (80F-86F) - although it will be cooler on the coast.

Tonight will be warm, with temperatures ranging between 14C and 17C (57F-62F).

BBC Weather has a more detailed forecast for where you live.

Mariam Issimdar
BBC News

Good morning, hot enough for you?

We're already sweltering here despite being in an air-conditioned office.

The weather is set to stay balmy, although it will be slightly cooler on the coasts if you're lucky enough to be there today.

Wherever you are do take a look at our stream which will be updated with news, travel, sport and weather throughout the day until close of play at 18:00.

A full forecast is up next.

Emma Bownes, the programming director for The O2, gives tips on how to get noticed by one of London's biggest venues.

Patrick Byrne
BBC News

We've had a variety of stories today following the birth of a baby daughter to the girlfriend of missing airman Corrie Mckeague... and the heatwave disrupting trains and bringing a huge demand for ambulance and medical services.

The team is heading home now to enjoy the last of the day's warm weather and wondering if some expected overnight showers will disrupt that ... but we'll be back at 08:00 tomorrow to bring you more news, sport, travel and weather.

Have a good evening everyone.

Patrick Byrne
BBC News

The local MP has said a forecast of a decline in diesel is one of the reasons why a Sudbury engineering firm is facing possible closure with the loss of more than 500 jobs.

The US owners of Delphi Diesel Systems, external are looking at all their plants in the light of a predicted fall in demand for these engines, the Conservative MP for Suffolk South James Cartlidge said.

"The owners were entirely clear no decision had yet been made about the plant, but they outlined the reasons for the consultation with workers and said a final decision would be made in July or August.

"It was clear to me that it was necessary to prepare for that closure.

"They told me the plant was very good and the workers very productive and demand was good currently.

"However, a few years down the line this demand becomes weaker because of a structural change in the market with people moving away from diesel."

The MP said Sudbury had a strong enough economy to withstand the losses as profitable firms were based in the town, but it needed some help to prepare and to improve infrastructure.

Police are to continue to be more visible at key sites across Norfolk and Suffolk in the wake of the fourth terrorist incident in recent months.

With Ramadan completing with Eid in the coming weekend, there will also be a number of dedicated officers patrolling at some faith locations.

Simon Megicks, from Norfolk and Suffolk's Protective Services, says they have been patrolling more visibly at certain large-scale events, and continuing their existing relationships with community leaders.

"Attacks such as those in London and Manchester seek to divide our communities and I would encourage people to work together rather than against each other, he said.

"I can reassure you that we take any hate crime against people of any background extremely seriously and will respond as such."

Any suspicious behaviour or activity can be reported on 0800 789 321, or 999 in an emergency.

The latest guidance on recognising the terrorist threat and remaining vigilant can be found at www.nactso.gov.uk, external.

Vikki Irwin
BBC Radio Suffolk political reporter

Suffolk County Council has overspent its budget of nearly £500m by £9m in the past financial year, a financial accounts report has revealed.

Contributing to the overspend was £1.1m for schools.

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A report due to go before councillors this week said that steps to contain spending, while still maintaining services, was becoming very challenging and money from reserves has had to be used.

The report also claimed the main pressure on spending was coming from paying for care services for the most vulnerable children and adults.

Patrick Byrne
BBC News

A 24-year-old man has been remanded in custody after being charged with GBH with intent and possession of a meat cleaver over an alleged attack on a teenager.

The 17-year-old victim was attacked in Avondale Road, Lowestoft at about 01:00 on Saturday.

Police found him with wounds the shoulder and he had 17 stitches in hospital.

A 24-year-old man, of Clapham Road North in Lowestoft, was later charged with unlawfully and maliciously causing GBH and threatening behaviour with a meat cleaver in a public place.

He was also charged with assaulting a woman in her 20s by beating on 16 June.

Norwich magistrates remanded him in custody pending his next court appearance at Ipswich Crown Court on 17 July.

Singer Elton John performed to more than 12,000 fans at Portman Road, Ipswich Town's football stadium, and hailed the event as a "huge success".

The stadium was transformed to accommodate the audience, the stage, lighting, musicians and, of course Elton himself.

Brenner Woolley
BBC Radio Suffolk sport

Ipswich Witches, external captain Danny King will be trying to retain his British title at the National Speedway Stadium in Manchester tonight.

He and Foxhall teammate Rory Schlein, who is taking part after switching nationalities, are part of 16-strong field.

"It's been a great year," King told BBC Suffolk.

"You work all of your career to try to be the best at something and I'd been close, but never really done it.

"It just goes to show that if you don't give up you can achieve what you want to."

Patrick Byrne
BBC News

The most senior Church of England clergyman in Suffolk has condemned the attack on Muslims leaving a Ramadan prayer meeting in Finsbury Park, London, earlier today.

The Rt Revd Martin Seeley, Bishop of the St Edmundsbury and Ipswich Diocese, external, said terror cannot be allowed to win.

"I am appalled at the callous and brutal terrorist attack on Muslim worshippers in Finsbury Park," he said.

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"My heart goes out to the victims, the bereaved, their families and community. This is attack on all of us, on our values and our communities, whatever our faith.

"The responses to the terrible incidents in recent weeks, and engagement up and down the country in the Great Get Together this past weekend honouring the work of Jo Cox, all show we are bound together in a common humanity characterised by tolerance, generosity and kindness.

"People want to live and work together in harmony, for the good of all.

"The terrorists cannot change that, and we must confront the evil and hatred they live by wherever it exists."

"Phew, what a scorcher"... but with the tropical temperatures, Public Health England, external has issued some warm words of advice:

• Stay out of the heat between 11:00 and 15:00
• Wear loose-fitting cotton clothes, and avoid extreme physical exertion
• Wear UV sunglasses, apply sunscreen, wear a hat and walk in the shade
• Have plenty of cold drinks, and avoid excess alcohol and caffeine
• Seek medical advice if you feel unwell or if you have a long-term medical condition and have unusual symptoms

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Don't forget to look after others, too:

• Keep an eye on the elderly, ill or very young
• Ensure babies, children or older people are not left alone in stationary cars
• Children should not take part in vigorous physical activity on hot days when temperatures are over 30C (86F)

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Many members of the Muslim community may be fasting during the daylight hours in the month of Ramadan.

People may be having one meal just before sunrise and after sunset - during hot weather dehydration is common and a serious risk.

The Muslim Council of Britain, external confirms that breaking fast in such conditions is allowable under Islamic law.

Patrick Byrne
BBC News

As the mercury rose across the region during the weekend the East of England Ambulance Service, external was inundated.

Staff received more than 7,200 emergency calls and patients experiencing falls, which were believed to be heat-related, were up 35%.

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Two men were treated after collapsing at a triathlon event in Waveney on Sunday and sent crews to Church Lane in Fritton.

A man in his 30s and a man in his 50s were reported to have collapsed. They were treated at the scene before being taken to James Paget University Hospital for further care. Both were described as being in a stable condition.

The ambulance service received 21 further calls on Sunday relating to heat exposure, including incidents in Westcliff-on-Sea, Maldon, Hemel Hempstead, Wroxham, Cambridge, Norwich and Thetford.

"Our advice to people is to keep out of the sun during the hottest part of the day, wear sunscreen if you are going outdoors and keep hydrated," a spokesman said.

The ambulance service, which covers Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire, said that Saturday was its busiest day of the year so far.

BBC Weather Watchers

Temperatures across the county have been steadily rising since dawn and are now reaching a peak.

Long spells of sunshine are expected through the afternoon, but the odd heavy shower is possible late in the day.

It's not as hot as Saturday or Sunday, but it is fine and bright with the mercury expected to hit a hight of 29C (84F).

Our BBC Weather Watchers have been out and about recording the day so far:

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More details from BBC Weather:

Mark Murphy
BBC Radio Suffolk

As Brexit negotiations open in Brussels, Conservative MP for South Suffolk, James Cartlidge, said he expects the talks won't be straightforward.

"I think it will be fun, because you'll have all kinds of briefing off the record," he told BBC Suffolk.

"Talks will be reported very clearly to the media so our newspapers will be expecting lots of stories.

"But at times it will be hard to get a sense of whether things are going well or badly."