Covid Ode by Jan Beaumont.
I'm normally a social girl
Friday Flower Facts:
We have two flowers with the name celandine, the greater and lesser, though they are neither closely related nor strikingly similar in appearance – save the yellow of their flowers. Wordsworth's inspiration was the earlier-flowering lesser celandine, whose heart-shaped leaves are among the first greens to slip between the tired pastels of late winter.
"We have an incredible tourism offer right here on our doorstep."
By Derek Davis
18th Feb 2021 | Local News
As we approach the February half term, a time when many of us would usually have been looking forward to a short-break away, the impact on the industry and the economy from the loss of tourism again comes into sharp focus.
Millions of jobs and local economies depend on tourism right across the country and businesses have lost many months of vital trading.
Shotley Peninsula pet owners warned of starfish with dangerous toxins washed up on foreshore
By Derek Davis
18th Feb 2021 | Local News
Dog walkers have been warned to be careful of letting their pets roam freely on beaches after starfish containing dangerous toxins have been washed up along the east coast.
Anyone who fears they, or their dogs, have come into contact with any dead starfish should get them to a vet and show them the following IFCA advice.
Former primary school teacher Oli Ryan of education resources experts PlanBee says that while adults tend to focus on romantic expressions of love, February 14 is an ideal opportunity to show children how to demonstrate compassionate love and kindness to friends and family.
What is Valentine's Day?
Babergh is inviting people to comment on the Chelpin development plan which has moved to the next consultation stage.
The plan covers Chelmondiston, Pin Mill and Kings Lane and is designed to help shape the future of the parish
Settle down with a little something and enjoy a soothing three minutes watching this drone coverage of Holbrook's herd of deer from specialist operator Luke Macaulay. They are so used to him and his flying machine they just don't seem to care.
Will flood affected Shotley Peninsula benefit as Suffolk Highways doubles drainage budget to £2m?
By Derek Davis
18th Feb 2021 | Local News
Flooding on the Shotley peninsula could be helped after a new round of funding was promised by Suffolk County councillors.
Drainage and flooding, Rights of Way bridges and resurfacing of roads in Suffolk have been allocated extra funds for the 2021/22 financial year following Department for Transport's funding announcement.
Spring Lodge residents enjoyed their pancake day with a masked twist this week.
Cooking and tossing on Shrove Tuesday, was accompanied by Mardi Gras mask making and wearing during a colourful and lively day at the Woolverstone Care Home.
Fascinating Facts:
Today's Peninsula sunrise: 07:01
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