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Elm Lane and nearby roads are currently closed following the serious crash on Sunday morning.

Road closed after serious crash between car and bicycle

Greater Anglia has sought to dispel concerns that Trimley station is going to be demolished

Greater Anglia has sought to dispel concerns that Trimley station is going to be demolished

Planning and development

Rail firm seeks to dispel concerns that derelict Suffolk station could be demolished

The people who appeared in court this week in Suffolk

The people who appeared in court this week in Suffolk

Ipswich Crown Court

Who appeared in the docks this week in Suffolk

Left to right The Greyhound landlord Dan Lightfoot, Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna and Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim.

Left to right The Greyhound landlord Dan Lightfoot, Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna and Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim.

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Why you may struggle to get a Sunday roast in town next week

Michelle Hamilton has shared her delight after reaching her dream weight in just seven months

Michelle Hamilton has shared her delight after reaching her dream weight in just seven months

Ipswich nurse who reached goal in seven months determined to help others

Ngonidzashe Williams pleaded not guilty to the offence at Ipswich Crown Court

Ngonidzashe Williams pleaded not guilty to the offence at Ipswich Crown Court

Ipswich Crown Court

Man who denies installing cameras to spy on woman to face trial in 2026

Ian Heeley was a leading figure in the creation of the Felixstowe flood memorial in Langer Road

Ian Heeley was a leading figure in the creation of the Felixstowe flood memorial in Langer Road

Prolific community stalwart who raised £400k to retire after 40 years

A unit is up for the taking in Beach Street

A unit is up for the taking in Beach Street

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Pop-up opportunity announced at coastal shopping and dining spot

What is the meaning of these 5 Ipswich road names?

What is the meaning of these 5 Ipswich road names?

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Do you know the meaning behind these 5 Ipswich road names?

Former Ipswich Town legend Russell Osman has his ears checked by All About Hearing audiologist Karen Finch. He is challenging the stigma around wearing hearing aids

Former Ipswich Town legend Russell Osman has his ears checked by All About Hearing audiologist Karen Finch. He is challenging the stigma around wearing hearing aids

Town legend tackles stigma around hearing aids after being hesitant to ask for help

Milsoms in Kesgrave has launched an 'A la Bark' menu, specifically designed for dogs.

Milsoms in Kesgrave has launched an 'A la Bark' menu, specifically designed for dogs.

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Luxury hotel launches new fine dining 'A la Bark' menu for dogs

In the past week, 25 death notices have been published in the East Anglian Daily Times and the Ipswich Star including two people over the age of 100.

In the past week, 25 death notices have been published in the East Anglian Daily Times and the Ipswich Star including two people over the age of 100.

The 25 death notices shared this week in the EADT and Ipswich Star

London Calling is the second confirmed restaurant to open in the new Tower Street Food Hall

London Calling is the second confirmed restaurant to open in the new Tower Street Food Hall

'I think it's a good fit': Which Suffolk business is heading to new food hall?

The much-missed Ipswich Caribbean Centre is to be celebrated in a new exhibition

The much-missed Ipswich Caribbean Centre is to be celebrated in a new exhibition

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Much-missed Ipswich Caribbean Centre to be celebrated in new exhibition

Duncan Brodie celebrating his 25 years with the EADT in 2007 with his wife Amanda and work colleagues.

Duncan Brodie celebrating his 25 years with the EADT in 2007 with his wife Amanda and work colleagues.

Tributes to former business editor Duncan Brodie who has died at Suffolk home

Flood alerts have been issued for Suffolk

Flood alerts have been issued for Suffolk

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Flood alerts issued ahead of high tide warnings

Police remove a trailer and issued Traffic Offence Reports for path blockage

Police remove a trailer and issued Traffic Offence Reports for path blockage

Suffolk Constabulary

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Trailer removed as police crackdown on vehicles blocking pathway

A rare 50p coin has been listed for £2,000 on ebay in Suffolk

A rare 50p coin has been listed for £2,000 on ebay in Suffolk

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Desirable 50p coin listed for £2,000 in Suffolk

The increase has been called short sighted by UNISON.

The increase has been called short sighted by UNISON.

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Ipswich Hospital staff car parking hike delayed

Officers say they are investigating an altercation which took place outside of the Sainsbury's in Ipswich.

Officers say they are investigating an altercation which took place outside of the Sainsbury's in Ipswich.

Suffolk Constabulary

Police investigating altercation outside Ipswich Sainsbury's

Issues with the Orwell Bridge are a

Issues with the Orwell Bridge are a

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Ipswich should 'look across the border' to help solve Orwell Bridge issues

Is there a two-tier service for blood tests between Suffolk and Essex?

Is there a two-tier service for blood tests between Suffolk and Essex?

Ipswich Hospital

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Hospital chiefs pledge to tackle blood test delays for Suffolk patients

We are paying tribute to Tom Tomalin, an honorary Blues boy through and through.

We are paying tribute to Tom Tomalin, an honorary Blues boy through and through.

'Nobody quite like him': Tributes to devoted Blues fan Tom

'Fantastic' careers fair gives Ipswich pupils the chance to speak to businesses

'Fantastic' careers fair gives Ipswich pupils the chance to speak to businesses

'Great day' for careers as 3,000 pupils attend FutureSkills Fair

Sports Direct confirm that it will open in the Buttermarket at the of this month

Sports Direct confirm that it will open in the Buttermarket at the of this month

New Sports Direct to open by 'end of the month'

Trees at the Tower at St Mary le Tower in Ipswich will return this year once again for the town's biggest Christmas tree festival.

Trees at the Tower at St Mary le Tower in Ipswich will return this year once again for the town's biggest Christmas tree festival.

Ipswich's biggest Christmas tree festival to return at the end of the month

Further lane closures to the A14 at Orwell Bridge have been announced.

Further lane closures to the A14 at Orwell Bridge have been announced.

National Highways

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Lane closures announced for Orwell Bridge ahead of further works

Staff and students from Suffolk Rural College are backing Children in Need this year by taking part in a sponsored walk around campus on Friday 15 November.

Staff and students from Suffolk Rural College are backing Children in Need this year by taking part in a sponsored walk around campus on Friday 15 November.

24 hour football game among ways Ipswich is support Children in Need

Four arrested after Hadleigh Road industrial estate burglary

Four arrested after Hadleigh Road industrial estate burglary

Suffolk Constabulary

Cigarettes stolen in early morning burglary as four arrested

Glenn Buckingham will be joining NFU members in London at a mass lobbying event

Glenn Buckingham will be joining NFU members in London at a mass lobbying event

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Suffolk farmers furious at Budget 'betrayal' take fight to Westminster

Robert Bray with Suffolk Chief Constable Rachel Kearton and Chief Constable Gavin Stephens who chairs the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC).

Robert Bray with Suffolk Chief Constable Rachel Kearton and Chief Constable Gavin Stephens who chairs the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC).

Suffolk Constabulary

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Ipswich hero who restrained hammer wielding man from attacking woman wins award

Youngest baby born at Ipswich Hospital turns one

Youngest baby born at Ipswich Hospital turns one

Ipswich Hospital

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Miracle Magnolia who weighed 600g when she was born celebrates her first birthday

BMW driver has car seized by police for driving without insurance

BMW driver has car seized by police for driving without insurance

Suffolk Constabulary

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Uninsured driver's BMW seized after false details found

Licence revoked for the Waterlily pub in Ipswich after drug-related activities

Licence revoked for the Waterlily pub in Ipswich after drug-related activities

Ipswich pub shut down over drug concerns

What does the future hold for Suffolk Libraries?

What does the future hold for Suffolk Libraries?

Suffolk Libraries

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What is happening to Suffolk's libraries? Decision on future has been delayed

The Golden Hind in Ipswich is holding a raffle to win a signed Luke Littler dart board to buy pints for isolated people this Christmas

The Golden Hind in Ipswich is holding a raffle to win a signed Luke Littler dart board to buy pints for isolated people this Christmas

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Luke Littler signed board to fund bar tab for community at Christmas

The Ipswich.Love exhibition showcasing love letters to the town.

The Ipswich.Love exhibition showcasing love letters to the town.

'The place where it began': Wimbledon champion's words among love letters display

Alex Dickin revealed he is undergoing therapy sessions to help manage the stress he felt being a homeowner at Cardinal Lofts.

Alex Dickin revealed he is undergoing therapy sessions to help manage the stress he felt being a homeowner at Cardinal Lofts.

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Former Cardinal Lofts resident undergoing therapy for stress after crisis

Jack Abbott with Matt Pennycook and residents impacted by the building safety crisis.

Jack Abbott with Matt Pennycook and residents impacted by the building safety crisis.

Local government

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OPINION: After many lows, here is a turning point for building safety crisis

Jack Abbott MP expressed concern for Cardinal Lofts residents 'left in limbo'.

Jack Abbott MP expressed concern for Cardinal Lofts residents 'left in limbo'.

Planning and development

Loft residents have paid 'high price' due to building crisis says MP

Claire Hamblion, a former resident of Cardinal Lofts, has spoken about the

Claire Hamblion, a former resident of Cardinal Lofts, has spoken about the

The life of an evacuated resident ready to put 'extreme stress' behind her

Churchmans, St Francis Tower, The Mill and Cardinal Lofts updates on the two year anniversary of the Lofts crisis

Churchmans, St Francis Tower, The Mill and Cardinal Lofts updates on the two year anniversary of the Lofts crisis

What is next for impacted residents at town's four affected block of flats?

Repairs to Cardinal Lofts have been called

Repairs to Cardinal Lofts have been called

Planning and development

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Repair works 'uneconomical and unviable' as negotiations continue with residents

Warning as fake Christmas fair adverts are popping up all over Facebook groups.

Warning as fake Christmas fair adverts are popping up all over Facebook groups.

Suffolk Trading Standards

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Warning about fake Christmas fair adverts on Facebook

There is a chance of wintry hazards in Suffolk next week

There is a chance of wintry hazards in Suffolk next week

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'Wintry hazards' could hit Suffolk next week

Scott Jeff continues his evidence at Ipswich Crown Court.

Scott Jeff continues his evidence at Ipswich Crown Court.

Ipswich Crown Court

Murder accused tells court toddler's fatal injuries happened while he was out

Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has revealed more funding has been secured for Churchmans House and the work to be done there.

Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has revealed more funding has been secured for Churchmans House and the work to be done there.

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Further funding secured for Churchmans House to carry out work to make building safe

The Post Office is not currently planning to cut branches in Suffolk

The Post Office is not currently planning to cut branches in Suffolk

Post Office branches in Suffolk set to escape axe amid transformation plans

An Ipswich man who stole legs of ham and pork ribs has been ordered to pay compensation.

An Ipswich man who stole legs of ham and pork ribs has been ordered to pay compensation.

Suffolk Magistrates Court

Ipswich man fined for pinching pork products and packet of Starburst

Big Bro Bao are the first traders to be announced to open in the new Tower Street Food Hall

Big Bro Bao are the first traders to be announced to open in the new Tower Street Food Hall

First traders announced for new Tower Street Food Hall

A new supermarket on Norwich Road applies to sell alcohol.

A new supermarket on Norwich Road applies to sell alcohol.

Planning and development

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New supermarket on Norwich Road applies to sell alcohol

851 unsafe pet heating pads detained at the Port of Felixstowe after shock risk

851 unsafe pet heating pads detained at the Port of Felixstowe after shock risk

Suffolk Trading Standards

Nearly 900 pet heating pads detained at port over shock risk

Felixstowe Library had to close for five days due to an issue with the boiler

Felixstowe Library had to close for five days due to an issue with the boiler

Suffolk library reopens after boiler issue left the library without hot water or heat

Sweet Williams' Bakery has praised the support of it's customers after move to Dickens Road

Sweet Williams' Bakery has praised the support of it's customers after move to Dickens Road

Bakery enjoys 'smooth' move as customers change route to visit new shop