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28 October 2025
Rural bus services recommendations to be discussed by Cabinet
The importance of rural bus services to combating social exclusion, economic stagnation, and in ensuring people can get to hospital and other medical appointments will be discussed by West Suffolk Council’s Cabinet next week.
27 October 2025
Tis the season to shop local! Festive markets return to West Suffolk this season
Festive markets are set to bring seasonal cheer to West Suffolk towns this November and December, offering the perfect chance to pick up all of your Christmas essentials!
22 October 2025
Batman, Bond, Jaws, and Tolkien as new exhibition prepares to open
From Batman to Bond, and Lord of the Rings to Jaws, an exciting exhibition that will entertain film fans and families alike, opens at Moyse’s Hall Museum this weekend.
21 October 2025
Champions of movement celebrated at the Abbeycroft Move More Awards
On a vibrant evening at Bury St Edmunds Leisure Centre, the Move More Awards, organised by Abbeycroft, brought together community sports stars, volunteers, schools and partner organisations to shine a spotlight on the incredible work happening across West Suffolk and Babergh to help people be more active, connect and live better.
20 October 2025
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20 October 2025
Have your say - postal vote reapplications are due!
Residents who applied for their postal vote before 31 January 2024, and wish to continue casting their voting by post, will need to reapply for a postal vote before 31 January 2026.
15 October 2025
Town car park to close for resurfacing work
A Newmarket car park will close for several days to enable vital resurfacing work to be completed ahead of the town’s Christmas activities and events.
15 October 2025
West Suffolk encourages more residents to apply for Pension Credits
People who are believed to be eligible but who are not claiming Pension Credits are being encouraged to apply by West Suffolk Council.
14 October 2025
Bury Leisure Centre upgrades to begin in November
Bury St Edmunds Leisure Centre is set to undergo key improvements, including new water play features, updated changing facilities and complete decarbonisation of the site.
30 September 2025
Shop local this season at West Suffolk markets
From pumpkins to pottery, explore the regular and makers markets this October, with additional half term Halloween treats for the whole family!