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Five teenagers barred from town centre over violent 'showdown' at bus station
Five teenagers have been banned from Ipswich town centre and sent to youth detention following a violent brawl. The five teenagers were arrested after an altercation broke out at Old Cattle Market bus station in June last year. The court heard
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Sentencing of five teenagers in violent street fight adjourned
Five teenagers will be sentenced after being found guilty of a range of offences following a violent incident in Ipswich. A group of males aged 17 and 18 were seen fighting at around 7pm on Thursday, June 22, of this year, in the Old Cattle Market
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New American sweet store to open in Ipswich high street
A new American sweet shop is set to open in Ipswich, potentially before Christmas. Penn Commercial has agreed the letting of a ground floor retail unit at 46 Carr Street in Ipswich to Sanaullah Niazai to open an American candy store on behalf of
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Police launch targeted patrols in Ipswich after hundreds of thefts from vehicles
Almost 400 vehicles have been targeted by thieves in Ipswich in recent months, it can be revealed. Over 380 incidents were reported to Suffolk police between February and October this year, with a third of thefts involving insecure vehicles.
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Pride as 'Ipswich icon' made Honarary Freeman for commitment to town's history
An "Ipswich icon" who has spent decades promoting and safeguarding its history has been awarded the town's highest honour. John Norman, who has worn many hats since he first came to Ipswich, was made Honorary Freeman of the Borough on Wednesday
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'We sneaked back in' - Ipswich's Beatle superfans remember that 1964 concert
From sneaking into theatres, camping out all night in the street and sewing homemade T-shirts, you have been getting in touch with your memories to show us that Beatlemania hit Ipswich hard. The Beatles first came to The Gaumont Theatre (now the
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Ipswich architect recognised in top 100 women in 'male-dominated' industry
An Ipswich businesswoman has been recognised as one of the top 100 women in her "male-dominated" industry after lobbying for support for new parents. Pippa Jacob, an architect at Nicholas Jacob in Wherry Quay, was named one of the top 100 Influential
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Photo shows overturned lorry being recovered after A14 traffic chaos
Photos have shown the moment an overturned lorry that caused traffic chaos on the A14 was recovered. Emergency services were called to the overturned lorry in the eastbound carriageway near Copdock at about 12.50pm on Wednesday. A spokeswoman
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Long-standing Ipswich dress shop up for rent following closure
A long-standing dress shop near the town centre is now up for let for over £18,000 per year following the previous tenant's closure. Beautiful Designs, located at 1 Norwich Road, Ipswich, closed a few months ago and has now been made available
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Owner of former Suffolk burger restaurant opening new café
The owner of a former mid Suffolk burger restaurant which closed in October is opening a new community café. Marc Rogers had to close The Shack in Stowmarket after only being open for four months. He said: "Unfortunately The Shack is closing
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Vital funds stolen from Ipswich church leads to new safety measures
A church in Ipswich has fallen victim to theft, as "vital funds" the church relies on were stolen. St Mary Le Tower in Ipswich town centre had its donations box tampered with and money from inside removed. The church relies on donations for
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'We tried our best' - magistrate tells young woman with mental health difficulties
A 20-year-old woman suffering from mental health difficulties accused of repeated assaults on emergency workers will await trial in prison as there is nowhere else for her to go, a court heard. Amy Louise Garrod appeared before Suffolk Magistrates
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Everything you need to know about the Suffolk Christmas Day Dip 2023
A Christmas Day tradition is returning to the Suffolk coast and for those who are embarking on their first time, here's a quick guide on what to expect. St Elizabeth Hospice is returning to Felixstowe with the Christmas Day Dip 2023. Join
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Car window smashed as £3k is stolen from inside vehicle in Ipswich
A car window was smashed and an estimated £3,000 was stolen in a theft in Ipswich. Officers are appealing for information to the incident, which took place at the Euro Retail Park in The Sandlings on Tuesday, October 24. Between 10.10am and
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Candlelight concert coming to Ipswich
An immersive musical experience which has toured more than 100 cities worldwide is coming to Ipswich later this year. Over the festive period Fever will be bringing a series of Candlelight Concerts to the town with music from Queen, Vivaldi and
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Visit Suffolk farm this weekend for its Christmas market and meet new arrivals
A family-run farm near Ipswich is gearing up to host a Christmas market this weekend. Oak House Farm in Sproughton will be hosting its final farmers market of the year this Sunday, November 19, between 10am and 2pm. The market is a great
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Permission granted to continue use two Waterfront car parks despite concerns
Permission has been granted to continue the use of two Waterfront car parks despite concerns over air pollution. Ipswich Borough Council approved plans to extend the lease of the Orwell Quay car park in University Avenue for the next five years
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Man who brought knife to Ipswich Morrisons store acted in 'cry for help'
A man arrested for possession of a knife in a Morrisons store in Ipswich town centre on Tuesday wanted to be sent to prison, a court has heard. Shaun Collins, 43, appeared at Suffolk Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday. On Tuesday, November 14,