April 2012
Police officer injured in tackling drink-driver (2012-04-02)
Another Haverhill policeman has been injured while trying to arrest someone in the town centre.
Warning after allotment sheds are burgled (2012-04-02)
Police have issued a warning to allotment-holders after a series of sheds on the Manor Road allotments were targeted by burglars last week.
New bosses of Place Court care home selected (2012-04-03)
The company to run Place Court care home in Haverhill has been chosen - but who it is will not be released until later this month.
Police link series of arson attacks on vehicles and bins (2012-04-03)
Police are to instigate extra patrols to try to catch an arsonist they think has been at work on Haverhill's Clements estate.
The Easter week's programme at Haverhill Cineworld (2012-04-03)
Listings of films showing or booking at Haverhill Cineworld for the week beginning Good Friday, April 6.
Junior Richard triumphs in challenge final (2012-04-03)
The IFF Challenge Final was played at Haverhill Golf Club on Wednesday, March 28, for all the division winners throughout the 2011/12 season.
Planners accused of ignoring public opinion over north-east Haverhill (2012-04-04)
Planners were accused of ignoring local opinions and consulting residents in a format which is too complex for them to respond, when Haverhill Town Council considered the Vision 2031 document last nig...
New school crossing patrol vital - but who will pay? (2012-04-04)
A new school crossing patrol in Crowland Road will be essential when the rear entrance to Place Farm Primary School is opened up, town councillors agreed - but they don't want to pay for it.
Public forum on Haverhill health provision issues (2012-04-05)
A public forum to discuss GP out-of-hours service provision and quiz health chiefs on plans to fill the gap left by the announcement of the closure of Crown Health Centre will be held by One Haverhill...
Look out for signs of illegal raves this weekend (2012-04-05)
Police are urging members of the public and landowners across Suffolk to report any suspicious activity in the run-up to and during the Easter weekend, in a bid to crack down on illegal raves in the c...
Police appeal after robbery in town underpass (2012-04-10)
Police in Haverhill are appealing for information after two men were robbed in Spindle Road.
Public urged to be vigilant after series of thefts (2012-04-10)
Five vehicles were broken into on the Chalkstone estate in Haverhill over the night of Tuesday to Wednesday, April 3 and 4.
Police request will throw light on the scene (2012-04-10)
Street lights are to be left on throughout the across the Clements estate after a request from police to Suffolk County Council.
Tenants given the chance to change their lives (2012-04-11)
Havebury Housing Partnership is offering its tenants the chance to learn new skills and perhaps even change their lives, through a number of free training courses, two of which are next week in Haverh...
The coming week's programme at Haverhill Cineworld (2012-04-11)
Listings of films showing or booking at Haverhill Cineworld for the week beginning Friday, April 13.
Subdivision of Iceland store facilitated in future (2012-04-13)
One of the most substantial retail spaces in Haverhill town centre is likely to be divided in two, despite objections that the town needs larger premises to attract retailers.
Police warn taxi-drivers after thefts from vehicles (2012-04-16)
Haverhill police have issued a warning to taxi-drivers after three have been targeted by thieves.
Memorial service for a man who engineered Haverhill (2012-04-16)
Family and friends of the late Frederick G ‘Johnny’ Johnson gathered just before Easter for a memorial service, following his death two months ago at the age of 93.
A day when you can find out all the answers (2012-04-16)
Haverhill residents with a problem can take it along to a special Informative Day on Tuesday, April 24, at Leiston Community Centre where a dozen organisations will do their best to come up with a sol...
Rule exploitation takes edge off game (2012-04-16)
SUFFOLK MERIT LEAGUE, DIVISION ONE: Sudbury Talbots 31 Haverhill 1st XV 21. Match report
Children celebrate the opening of their £7m new school (2012-04-17)
Children at a Haverhill primary school began the new term today in brand new buildings as Westfield school moved from Manor Road to Chalkstone Way.
Care UK chosen to run Place Court care home (2012-04-17)
The private company which will run Place Court care home for the elderly in Haverhill when it transfers from Suffolk County Council management has been named today.
New Havebury offices will rise from carpet shop ashes (2012-04-17)
The demolition of a derelict carpet shop in Haverhill town centre has marked the start of works to build new premises for Havebury as well as seven new flats for tenants.
The coming week's programme at Haverhill Cineworld (2012-04-17)
Listings of films showing or booking at Haverhill Cineworld for the week beginning Friday, April 20.
Mayor 'shocked and concerned' at Place Court decision (2012-04-18)
News that Care UK are set to take over running Place Court care home for the elderly in Haverhill has infuriated town mayor Cllr Maureen Byrne, who is still pledging the town council will fight the mo...
County crime figures show decrease for sixth year running (2012-04-18)
End-of-year figures show that crime in Suffolk has fallen for the sixth consecutive year according to Suffolk Police, despite them facing significant financial challenges.
Dave is no fool with an ace at Captain's Drive-In (2012-04-18)
At the Captain’s Drive-In at Haverhill Golf Club on April 1, Dave Cohen, scored a hole-in-one using a seven iron on the par three second hole, which was playing 144 yards off the white tees.
Expert help on hand to help local traders improve (2012-04-19)
The initiative to improve Haverhill town centre, called Destination Haverhill, reaches a new phase next as experts will be offering guidance to help local retailers 'up their game'.
Residents sought for focus groups on 20-year plan (2012-04-19)
There is another chance to have your own detailed input into the big 20-year plan for Haverhill being put together at the moment.
Borough's new boss takes a look at Haverhill (2012-04-23)
The new boss of St Edmundsbury Borough Council was in Haverhill this morning as he gets to know his new area.
Town mayor launches protest over Budget's 'granny tax' (2012-04-23)
Haverhill's town mayor, Cllr Maureen Byrne, has gone into battle on behalf of pensioners who will be hit by the so-called 'granny tax'announced in the recent Budget by chancellor George Osborne.
Well drilled opponents prove too much for Haverhill (2012-04-23)
SUFFOLK PLATE SEMI-FINAL: Southwold 38 Haverhill 1st XV 8. Match report.
Businesses told to get ready to profit from the summer's events (2012-04-24)
Tourists looking for 'distinctive experiences' around here pose a real opportunity for businesses during 2012, the boss of Visit East Anglia told Chamber members on Friday.
Awards for interior designer, financial advisor and hairdresser (2012-04-24)
At a recent meeting of thebestofhaverhill, held at the Days Inn, three local businesses were acknowledged for being highly recommended by their customers - and received their certificates from the tow...
The coming week's programme at Haverhill Cineworld (2012-04-24)
Listings of films showing or booking at Haverhill Cineworld for the week beginning Friday, April 27.
Head reveals her hopes for state-of-the-art new school buildings (2012-04-25)
Hopes to replace both Castle Manor and Place Farm school premises with state-of-the-art 21st century school buildings were unveiled to Haverhill town councillors last night by the head of the schools....
Public forum to grill health chiefs about clinic and out-of-hours (2012-04-25)
A public forum to discuss GP out-of-hours service provision and quiz health chiefs on plans to fill the gap left by the announcement of the closure of Crown Health Centre will be held by One Haverhill...
'Selfish' parents slammed for clogging up roads (2012-04-25)
Selfish and inconsiderate parking was condemned again by councillors at last night's meeting of Haverhill Town Council.
Acorns mentoring scheme fails to take root (2012-04-25)
An organisation set up to help and mentor new businesses in Haverhill has folded up after just six months.
Anna proves a clear winner over two days (2012-04-25)
The Ladies April Stableford was played at Haverhill Golf Club over two days, Wednesday and Saturday, April 18 and 21, with a field of 29 ladies taking part.
Golf club pro takes on regional role (2012-04-25)
Haverhill Golf Club's head professional Paul Wilby, currently Suffolk PGA Chairman, was elected as captain of the PGA East Region for 2012 at the end of March.
One Haverhill dishes out first round of grants (2012-04-26)
Nine local organisations benefiting the young, the elderly, and disadvantaged will benefit from £14,000 in community grants from One Haverhill.
Public meetings planned on changes to free school transport (2012-04-26)
Rules about free school transport are likely to change as a result of free schools and academies, and the public will have a chance to put their views early next month.
Second roasting for Suffolk health chief over walk-in centre closure (2012-04-27)
Claims by an NHS Suffolk chief that Haverhill has just as good a range of medical services as the rest of the county were greeted with jeers and laughter by a public meeting yesterday.
Police repeat zero tolerance warning after another PC is assaulted (2012-04-30)
Another police officer has been assaulted in Haverhill last night, making six in the last six months.
Vandals turn arsonists at derelict school (2012-04-30)
Vandals struck again overnight at the boarded-up Castle Hill Middle School buildings in School Lane.