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Hundreds bear the freezing weather to come out for annual Christmas light switch-on

Despite strong winds and freezing rain, hundreds gathered in the centre of Diss on Saturday to celebrate the town’s annual Christmas lights switch-on

Former TV writer releases collection of short stories about village life

Michael Bartlett has released two books, based around loneliness and the day-to-day experiences of village life

Mum-of-three inspiring youngsters from as young as 18 months to discover their love of the stage

Donna Corbyn’s ‘Drama Tots’ have inspired youngsters from across the Diss Express area to explore their love of stage and the arts

Ed Sheeran tops list of wealthiest British celebrities aged 30 or under

Suffolk star Ed Sheeran has retained his crown as the richest British celebrity aged 30 and under, according to a rich list compiled by Heat magazine.

Ed Sheeran releases fourth solo studio album

The Suffolk-born singer has released his fourth solo studio album, his first since 2017.

Artist's sculpture uses 3,000 fish to send climate change message

Mark Reed’s sculpture puts the spotlight on the importance of water through the ages; from the time of dinosaurs right through to the modern day.

Park Radio enjoy first ever outdoor broadcast at Diss Mere

There was no ducking DJs and producers from Park Radio last week as they took on their first ever outdoor broadcast from one of Diss’ favourite spots.

Retired doctor releases novel about the dangers of water pollution

A retired doctor has tackled the dangers of water pollution in her debut novel – and its links to the rising prevalence of Parkinson’s disease.

Musician makes most of his past to inspire new single

A Harleston musician hopes his new track will encourage others to push their boundaries and face down adversity.

Rickinghall Church curator speaks moments after discovering possible Banksy

Watch footage of the moments after what may be an authentic Banksy was discovered at a Suffolk Church

Church discovers possible Banksy lying mysteriously on altar

A village church is on tenterhooks after discovering what appears to be an original Banksy left on an altar at a community art exhibition.

Teenage harleston singer releases follow up single after viral success

After racking up almost a quarter of a million plays online, Breeze Redwine is hoping for more success with her hotly-anticipated follow-up single.

Art group's work put on display at Morrisons

A selection of art pieces created by members of an art group during lockdown have gone on display at a Diss supermarket.

School pupils decorate skate park after it is daubed with racist graffiti

Pupils at a Suffolk high school have decorated a nearby skate park after with was daubed in racist graffiti.

Inspirational art? You can bank on it

The bank is set to open its doors to a collection of artistic creations once more.

Former boxer releases quiz book to raise money for charity

Ralph Oates has released a quiz book, A Question of Boxing, to raise money for former professionals.

The show must go on as town set to mark US voyage

The play will get underway in the town on July 17 and July 18.

Radio station looks at expansion with green light for additional studio

Plans are under way to create a walk-in satellite studio as part of an expansion project by a local community radio station.

Schoolboy, 11, recognised by Professional Darts Corporation after becoming one of the youngest people to hit nine-dart finish

The PDC has sent Harvey Stringer a nine-dart pin – usually reserved for players who hit a nine-darter in a professional game.

Teenager releases debut single after signing contract with shopping village

A teenage singer-songwriter has released her debut single after signing an unlikely music management deal with a Suffolk shopping village.

Ceramics artist teaching the importance of smiling during lockdown with fundraising campaign

Heather Richards has been selling ceramics with a 'smiling eyes' design on them to stress the importance of smiling during the pandemic.

ARTS AND SCREEN

Hundreds bear the freezing weather to come out for annual Christmas light switch-on

Former TV writer releases collection of short stories about village life

Former TV writer releases collection of short stories about village life

Mum-of-three inspiring youngsters from as young as 18 months to discover their love of the stage

Mum-of-three inspiring youngsters from as young as 18 months to discover their love of the stage

Ed Sheeran tops list of wealthiest British celebrities aged 30 or under

Ed Sheeran tops list of wealthiest British celebrities aged 30 or under

Ed Sheeran releases fourth solo studio album

Ed Sheeran releases fourth solo studio album

Artist's sculpture uses 3,000 fish to send climate change message

Artist's sculpture uses 3,000 fish to send climate change message

Park Radio enjoy first ever outdoor broadcast at Diss Mere

Park Radio enjoy first ever outdoor broadcast at Diss Mere

Retired doctor releases novel about the dangers of water pollution

Retired doctor releases novel about the dangers of water pollution

Musician makes most of his past to inspire new single

Musician makes most of his past to inspire new single

Rickinghall Church curator speaks moments after discovering possible Banksy

Rickinghall Church curator speaks moments after discovering possible Banksy

Church discovers possible Banksy lying mysteriously on altar

Church discovers possible Banksy lying mysteriously on altar

Teenage harleston singer releases follow up single after viral success

Teenage harleston singer releases follow up single after viral success

Art group's work put on display at Morrisons

Art group's work put on display at Morrisons

School pupils decorate skate park after it is daubed with racist graffiti

School pupils decorate skate park after it is daubed with racist graffiti

Inspirational art? You can bank on it

Inspirational art? You can bank on it

Former boxer releases quiz book to raise money for charity

Former boxer releases quiz book to raise money for charity

The show must go on as town set to mark US voyage

The show must go on as town set to mark US voyage

Radio station looks at expansion with green light for additional studio

Radio station looks at expansion with green light for additional studio

Schoolboy, 11, recognised by Professional Darts Corporation after becoming one of the youngest people to hit nine-dart finish

Schoolboy, 11, recognised by Professional Darts Corporation after becoming one of the youngest people to hit nine-dart finish

Teenager releases debut single after signing contract with shopping village

Teenager releases debut single after signing contract with shopping village

Ceramics artist teaching the importance of smiling during lockdown with fundraising campaign

Ceramics artist teaching the importance of smiling during lockdown with fundraising campaign

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