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White letters with bulbs inside them spelling out Jimmy's. The letters are against a wooden fence on a raised platform at the farm. The picture has been taken during the day.

TV presenter's farm defends traffic complaints

The farm says nearby roadworks and a traffic accident made access to the event more challenging.

Traffic crossing over the Orwell Bridge in Suffolk, cones in place, and people working on the bridge

Orwell Bridge closed westbound for two nights

National Highways apologises and says the carriageway should reopen in two days' time.

Mike Barrett, wearing a high vis jacket, looking at the camera, he has grey hair and a beard

'Orwell Bridge repairs cost our charity money'

A charity says a lane closure is "having a huge impact on getting food out and staff... in".

The Orwell Bridge in Suffolk, an image taken from a bank by the side of the River Orwell. The bridge is large, grey structure with a river running beneath it, with green foliage by it.

'Complex operation' under way to fix bridge

It is hoped the Orwell Bridge will fully reopen on 19 September.

An aerial image of the abnormal load being moved

Aerial photographs show abnormal load passing through town

The large piece of transformer equipment allows the National Grid to provide renewable energy.

Diego the bear in a pool of water at his new home at Jimmy's Farm in Suffolk

Bear rescued from Sweden enjoys pool at new home

Diego was the last remaining bear at a soon-to-close wildlife park in Sweden.

Two rabbits

Urgent appeal for animal foster carers

The rehoming centre provides training, all necessary equipment and food.

The Orwell Bridge in Ipswich

Orwell Bridge reopens after high winds

A yellow weather warning for Suffolk was issued after wind gusts of 55mph (88km/h) were forecast.

Capybara at Jimmy's Farm, Wherstead

Large tree falls on to animal pen at wildlife park

The farm says that "no capybara were hurt... just a bit surprised".