News in Shotley Peninsula

Figures released today have shown that in the seven days up to the November 2, there have been 543 new cases of COVID-19 in Suffolk, which is an increase on the numbers in the previous week.

Babergh, which includes the Shotley peninsula, had 83 new cases in a week, a rise in the district on the previous seven days, ahead of today's lockdown.

While pubs and other businesses have had to shut due to the national lockdown which came into effect today, it is a case of carrying on as usual for many of our shops and services.

Hairdressers Hers & Sirs in Chelmondiston has had close for the four weeks and all pubs on the peninsula have closed, although some will be offering takeaway services, including the recently opened Outlook Restaurant in Wherstead.

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A large housing project close to the Shotley peninsula has been given final approval.

Babergh today granted permission for 135 homes, cafe and a 65-bed care home in Pinewood which has been six years in the pipeline.

Holbrook Coastguard have helped rescue a canoeing couple on the River Stour after they got stuck near the shore.

The crew worked with Essex Fire Service to effect the rescue of the paddling pair who had got into difficulties near Cattawade. After finding the stranded duo who were cold and in some distress, the fire service reached them by boat and the Coastguard crew provided support.

All grassroots football on the Shotley peninsula will cease from Thursday as part of the national lockdown.

However, school sport is still permitted at Holbrook Academy and primary schools, which will remain open.

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Shotley Premier Stores and Post Office narrowly missed out on the top prize in Babergh's first ever Innovation Awards tonight, but will still be rewarding their customers in the morning.

Manish Patel, along with his family and staff at the shop were praised for their human touch and innovation towards customer service.

Suffolk was on the cusp of entering Tier 2 prior to the government's national lockdown announcement, public health chiefs have said – and areas such as the Shotley peninsula could have been just a fortnight away from being included in the higher level.

It comes as a warning to those who have argued a lockdown in Suffolk is not warranted because infection rates were lower than other parts of the country.

The Home, But Not Alone free phoneline, which supports vulnerable people in our communities who may be struggling with the impact of Coronavirus, was paused in August due to low demand and the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions.

However, in light of Thursday's national lockdown, the service is now up and running again.