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Emergency services on scene in Ipswich town centre
Emergency services were at the scene of an incident in Ipswich town centre. Police and ambulance crews were on the scene at 7.30pm. Emergency workers are at Dogs Head Street in Ipswich town centre at the junction of Tacket Street and Upper
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The Snowman and The Snowdog exhibition comes to Suffolk town
An exhibition based on a much-loved animated film is opening later this month in Ipswich. Inspired by The Snowman and The Snowdog, a sequel to Raymond Briggs' classic picture book and film adaptation The Snowman, the exhibition will open on Friday
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Sister says Isabella's mum would never have hurt her daughter
A man accused of murdering his girlfriend's two-year-old daughter repeatedly brushed aside her sister’s concerns for their safety in the weeks before her death, a court has heard. Jade Anglum broke down in tears as she told a jury at Ipswich Crown
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Suffolk councils plan to spend £3.7m to install solar panels at schools
Suffolk councils plan to spend £3.7million to add solar panels to 32 schools in the county, which they hope will generate millions in savings and reduce emissions. The Suffolk Public Sector Leaders gathering of council, health, and police bosses
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Residents in older homes issued advice on reducing energy bills this winter
An historical trust has released tips for keeping older houses warm and reducing energy bills this winter. Historic England have provided advice for those who live in homes built before 1945, of which there are almost 24,000 in Suffolk. These
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Recently opened Ipswich café seeks to share premises with off-licence
A café which recently opened in Ipswich is now seeking to let out part of its premises as an off-licence. Barlas Café, in Hawthorn Drive, Chantry, said it was "delighted to sell beautiful coffee made with a passion" when it opened on August 1.
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Mum and daughter graduate university on the same day in 'surreal' moment
A mum and daughter duo are celebrating a "very surreal" occasion as they both graduate from health courses at the University of Suffolk on the same day. Yve Carter graduated with a BSc in Adult Nursing on Monday morning before her mum Rebecca donned
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TV presenter and Suffolk farmer set for new role at Anglia Ruskin University
A Suffolk-based farmer, conservationist and TV broadcaster has been named a visiting professor at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). Jimmy Doherty, who runs Jimmy's Farm near Wherstead, Ipswich said that he "can't wait to get started" in his new
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Healthcare leader who helped overthrow apartheid made honorary graduate by university
A healthcare leader who helped overthrow apartheid in South Africa has been awarded with his honorary graduate from the University of Suffolk. Nursing students graduating were praised by Professor David Croisdale-Appleby OBE at their ceremony on
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Conversion of store to storage facility approved despite villagers' concern for HGVs
Plans to convert a store into a storage facility in a village south of Ipswich have been approved by Babergh District Council, despite criticisms from neighbours. Proposals were submitted in August by Wilkinson Planning Ltd on behalf of Ben Poole
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Two men arrested in Ipswich on suspicion of drug offences
Police have arrested two men in connection with drug offences in Ipswich. Officers were spotted in Cardinal Park in the town at about 8.30pm on Monday. A spokesman for Suffolk police said a 21-year-old man and 34-year-old man was arrested
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Taco Bell finally opens in Ipswich
Taco Bell has officially opened its doors in Ipswich. A grand opening was held at the new business at Anglia Retail Park in the town on Tuesday. A large group of people queued outside the building to get into the new store. People queued
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Cars parked in Ipswich damaged with deep scratches
A number of vehicles parked in Ipswich have been badly scratched. An unknown person or persons damaged three vehicles parked in a residential car park in Prentice Way overnight between Thursday, October 17 and Friday, October 18. The damage
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Man accused of arson to face trial in 2026
An Ipswich man accused of arson will have to wait until June 2026 for his trial to take place. Before Ipswich Crown Court on Monday ( October 21) for a plea and trial preparation hearing was 39-year-old Jason Nicholls, of Leighton Road, Ipswich
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'It's so unique': Town's oldest residence hits rental market for under £1,000 a month
The oldest surviving residence in Ipswich is about to hit the rental market and become home to someone outside of the church congregation for the first time in 650 years. Elm's Cottage, which is located in the courtyard of St Mary at the Elm's
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Countdown to Christmas begins as details of light switch-on event revealed
The countdown to Christmas has begun as details for a 'bigger and brighter' light switch-on event have been revealed. Ipswich Borough Council has announced that from 4pm to 7.30pm on Sunday, November 17, in the centre of Ipswich on the Cornhill
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Ipswich road closed after crash
An Ipswich road has been closed following a crash. Officers are at the scene of the crash in Berners Street just off Civic Drive. Police at the scene of the crash (Image: Newsquest) A spokesman for Suffolk police said nobody was injured
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Tattooist accused of rape allegedly 'flicked' victim's nipples, court told
An Ipswich tattooist and body piercer accused of raping or sexually assaulting nine women allegedly told one of the women she had “nice breasts”, a court has heard. The woman, who was 20 when she had her nipples pierced by Paul Saunders at his
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Braving my worst nightmares to find out how I fare at this year's Trinity Scares
With the clock ticking ever closer to Halloween, what happens when a self confessed scaredy cat comes face to face with Trinity Scares? Every year, the attraction sees friends and family walk through a number of scary experiences and mazes in
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Toddler seen wearing coat on hottest day in weeks before death, court told
A couple accused of murdering a two-year-old girl went out leaving the youngster alone in a caravan in the weeks before her death, a court has heard. Prior to moving into temporary housing in Sidegate Lane, Ipswich in June last year Scott Jeff
