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Curious tales and medieval myths are being brought to life this month through a unique history programme curated by Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils.

Councillors from Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils this week paid tribute to the resilience shown by communities across our districts, five years on from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Babergh District Council cabinet could preserve a green oasis for generations to come, amid the unlikely setting of the Eastern Gateway Enterprise Park

Funding towards a new football club stand and play area improvements are among 21 grants to support community groups and organisations in Babergh and Mid Suffolk.

The Government’s planned reorganisation of local councils should not distract from the need to fix a severe funding crisis, it has been warned. 

The Government has launched a public consultation on proposals to create a Mayoral Combined County Authority across Norfolk and Suffolk.

The swimming pool at Kingfisher Leisure Centre in Sudbury will reopen this weekend after repair work was completed.

A new small grant scheme has been announced by Wildlife Wise, supporting projects that aim to prevent recreational disturbance and damage to Suffolk's coast and its important wildlife and habitats.

Children across the districts have a great range of activities to enjoy this February half term thanks to a programme of events put together by Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils.

Councils' building control team crowned winners at the LABC awards 2024 in top categories

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils hosted a delegation from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government this week – showcasing their pioneering tree canopy survey

A total of 25 community projects across Babergh and Mid Suffolk have each received a share of more than £31,000 to keep residents warm, active and connected over winter.

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils say a huge rise in housebuilding requirements set by the Government has left no option but to review their Joint Local Plan.

Leader of Babergh District Council, Cllr Deborah Saw, said: “Local government must remain genuinely local...

Keys to eight affordable new-build homes in Lavenham were handed over to Babergh District Council this month, with tenants now able to look forward to a New Year in their new homes.

A cricket club and a village solar power project are to receive a cash boost just shy of £90k, thanks to funds collected from developers by Babergh District Council.

Babergh District Council’s Cabinet is set to consider a 2.99% increase to the district’s share of council tax bills - as councillors warn of a £10.9 million budget gap over the next five years due to a ‘broken’ funding system.

New strategy aims to propel Suffolk’s economic growth and position the county at the forefront of the UK’s green evolution

Parents can relax knowing their children are having some festive fun as the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme returns to Babergh and Mid Suffolk this Christmas.

A delay to the scheduled reopening of the pool at Kingfisher Leisure Centre in Sudbury following repairs has been described as “deeply frustrating but unavoidable”.