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In pictures: Suffolk Dog Day raises over £70,000 for St Elizabeth Hospice

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Hundreds of dogs and their owners gathered at Helmingham Hall on Sunday for the annual Suffolk Dog Day, raising vital funds for St Elizabeth Hospice.

The big picture: The event, sponsored by Gladwells Pet & Country Store and Skinners, and supported by media partner GenX Radio Suffolk, raised more than £70,000 for the hospice, which provides specialist palliative care to over 4,000 local people annually.

Why it matters: St Elizabeth Hospice relies heavily on community support, with 70% of its £12 million annual service costs generated through local fundraising efforts like Suffolk Dog Day.

Event highlights:

  • Over 50 stalls offered doggy goods

  • Dog classes and Crufts-style competitions took place

  • Helen Bone and her Border Collie, Murphy, won Supreme Best in Show

Photos from Suffolk Dog Day 2024

What they're saying:

  • James Fox-Golding, Events and Challenges Manager at St Elizabeth Hospice: "We have had a fantastic time at this year's Suffolk Dog Day. There have been lots of smiling faces and wagging tails, as the community has joined with the hospice to share our love for our four-legged friends and to support the charity too."

  • Helen Bone, Supreme Best in Show winner: "We've had a fantastic day and it feels absolutely amazing to win! Murphy is a great dog and has performed so well. The show has been so well organised and I hope it has raised a lot of money for the hospice."

Winner of Supreme Best in Show, Helen Bone and Murphy, at the Suffolk Dog Day 2024
Winner of Supreme Best in Show, Helen Bone and Murphy, at the Suffolk Dog Day 2024Robyn FayersRobyn Fayers Photography

The bottom line: Suffolk Dog Day not only brought joy to hundreds of dog lovers but also raised crucial funds for St Elizabeth Hospice, supporting their mission to provide specialist palliative care to thousands across the region.

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Man charged after St Helen's Street assault leaves victim in hospital

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An argument in Ipswich town centre escalated into an assault that left one man in hospital on Tuesday. Police are now seeking dashcam footage as they build their case.

Why it matters: The incident occurred in a busy area of Ipswich's town centre, with police now seeking public assistance to gather additional evidence as they build their case.

The details: Keith McKenzie, 48, of Bond Street, has been charged with assault causing grievous bodily harm.

  • The assault took place at approximately 21:45 on Tuesday near the junction of St Helen's Street and Bond Street

  • A man in his 30s sustained arm injuries following an argument with an unknown assailant

  • The victim walked to Tavern Street to seek help before being taken to hospital

  • He has since been discharged

What's next: McKenzie appeared at Ipswich Magistrates Court on Thursday, 6 February and was remanded in custody. He is due to appear at Ipswich Crown Court on Thursday, 6 March.

How to help: Detectives want to hear from anyone who was driving in the area between 21:35 and 21:50 on Tuesday with dashcam footage that might have captured the altercation.

The bottom line: Anyone with information should contact South CID at Suffolk Police, quoting reference 37/6562/25, via:

  • Website: suffolk.police.uk/tell-us

  • Phone: 101

  • Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 (anonymously)

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