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Two babies and adult taken to hospital after six-vehicle A14 crash

Six-vehicle A14 crash near Claydon and Needham Market leaves an adult and two babies in hospital, with severe westbound delays for motorists on November 3.

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Five murders in Suffolk that remain unsolved after decades of investigations

Some of Suffolk's most serious unsolved crimes continue to raise questions years after they happened.

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Suffolk lorry driver 'just wanted his phone' moments after fatal A14 crash

Ipswich Crown Court was told by an eyewitness that a lorry driver accused of causing death by dangerous driving on the A14 just "wanted his mobile".

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'Why destroy Ipswich history?' locals ask as Waterfront plans criticised

Residents have objected to plans to demolish two historic waterfront buildings at the former Cranfield Mill site in Ipswich.

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Mum's 'nightmare' as mice force family out of home

A pregnant Ipswich mum says her family is “living in a nightmare” after a mice infestation forced them from their home and into a hotel.

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How Ipswich's three major speed camera sites compare

Figures reveal how many speeding offences have been recorded by cameras on the A12 at Martlesham and East Bergholt and on the A14 Orwell Bridge.

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Plans for nine new flats at Ipswich Waterfront approved

Plans to convert vacant commercial space in The Winerack into nine new flats have been approved.

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The Ipswich pub transformed with a bold and quirky new look - even the toilets

We visited the revamped Duke of York on Woodbridge Road in Ipswich to see its striking new look, unusual artwork, food and drinks.

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Family seek answers after 18-year-old dies following Orwell Bridge crash

The family of 18-year-old Joel Sousa have launched a £15,000 fundraiser for funeral costs and legal support as they seek answers about his death.

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Multi-vehicle crash causes severe A14 delays at rush hour

A14 westbound traffic is held between Claydon and Needham Market after a multi-vehicle collision.

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All the road closures in place for Remembrance Sunday

Ipswich Remembrance Sunday parade road closures will affect town-centre routes on November 8, with rolling closures to Christchurch Park from 10am and 12.30pm.

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Outrage as Suffolk councillor axed over sexualised AI image of colleague

Reform UK councillor Christopher Hudson removed from Suffolk County Council cabinet after sharing a sexualised AI image of his colleague.

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Cocktail bar looks to become latest addition to seafront venue

Cocktail bar Dodo Bar is seeking permission to operate at shopping and entertainment complex Beach Street in Felixstowe

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Zombie knife attacker from Suffolk travelled 300 miles for brutal attack

Jordan Honey from Felixstowe has been sentenced to life in prison after travelling 300 miles with a zombie knife to attack a woman in Torquay, Devon.

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Missing man believed to have boarded train to London

Appeal issued for missing Stowmarket man Robert Sewell, 51, believed to have taken a train to London Liverpool Street on November 2.

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Trains delayed after passenger falls ill on Ipswich service

Ipswich train services are being disrupted after a passenger fell ill.

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Rape accused faces three year wait for trial in latest in the dock

A man from Lowestoft, a woman from Great Yarmouth and a man accused of rape appeared at Ipswich Crown Court on Monday.

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Royal Mail customers issued scam warning ahead of Christmas rush

How to spot a Royal Mail delivery scam, report suspicious texts and check the last UK posting dates for Christmas 2026.

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The most popular house in Ipswich right now on the market for £375,000

House hunters have been flocking to this four-bed home in Ipswich up for sale for £375,000.

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Ipswich Waterfront restaurant celebrates 'incredible' opening

Riviera D'Amour has thanked customers for an "incredible welcome" after completing its first week on Ipswich Waterfront.