Sportsperson/team of the Year Awarded to a sportsperson or coach who has achieved excellence or who has helped others to achieve excellence in their chosen sport. Councillor Lesley Mayes said “There are many fine sports men and women in Stowmarket. Some perform at national and international levels whilst others are successful in local and regional […]

  Environment & Heritage Champion of the Year Awarded to a person or group who have helped to improve the town’s environment or support the heritage of the town. Councillor Miles Row said “The Environmental Champion Award seeks to recognise the contribution of a person, group or a local firm that have made a positive […]

The Community Hero of the Year Award is awarded to individuals or groups of people who have worked tirelessly and selflessly for the benefit of the community and to help others. Councillor Keith Scarff said “Although there are many amongst us, who hold strong views about the communities in which we live and work, only […]

The Kind Neighbour of the Year Award is awarded to an individual who has made a difference within their neighbourhood by looking out for others or helping them during times of need. Councillor Suzanne Britton said “The Kind Neighbour Award seeks to recognise the unsung heroes in our town who provide a helping hand to […]

Each week until nominations close on the 29th June we will be showcasing two award categories from the Town Awards. This week we will be focusing on Young Person of the Year Award & Teacher/Youth Leader of the Year Award. Teacher (or Youth Leader/Coach) of the Year Award Awarded to a person who has inspired […]

Each week until nominations close on the 29th June we will be showcasing two award categories from the Town Awards. This week we will be focusing on Young Person of the Year Award & Teacher/Youth Leader of the Year Award. Young Person of the Year Award Awarded to a young person (21 years or under) […]

Our Town Dances in Hadleigh and Stowmarket, is a project commissioned by DanceEast and funded by Babergh & Mid Suffolk District Council. The Project will bring together over 120 performers from schools and community groups to create two film portraits, one for each town and screened in a local venue in April 2018. The project […]

Each year the Police and Crime Commissioner, Tim Passmore stages a series of public meetings across the county. The meetings are an opportunity for the public to ask questions of the Commissioner and the Constabulary, and to find out more about policing in the county. Each meeting will involve a quick overview from Tim Passmore and […]