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"I just want time with my boys" says dad after being told he has months to live

James Bevan, 40, who has been given four months to live, has begun a bucket list to spend as much time with his sons.

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First look at new 185-car park car park at Ipswich Town's Portman Road

Fans have been given their first look at the new 185-space car park at Ipswich Town's Portman Road ahead of working being completed.

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Prime Minister pledges to improve road safety after receiving Suffolk pupil's letter

Sir Keir Starmer said he would work with ministers to get a safety crossing outside a Trimley school after receiving a letter from a pupil.

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Coffee shop makes return to Ipswich Waterfront in bigger venue after 18 months

Coffee Cat has returned to Ipswich Waterfront to take over the former Cult bar at the University of Suffolk.

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Ipswich man jailed for rape

A 52-year-old Ipswich man who raped a drunk woman has been jailed for five years..

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Anger over rubbish on street

Ipswich residents in Pauline Street and Vaughan Street have spoken of their fury over rubbish left on the streets

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When will it end? Fury as roadworks due to have ended by now postponed

People in Woodbridge Road, Ipswich say they are never consulted about roadworks after distribution company, Cadent, delayed gas works indefinitely.

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Ipswich primary school gets award for support to teaching assistants

A primary school has been recognised for its dedication to supporting and developing teaching assistants.

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Building work starts on luxury lodges at Suffolk holiday park

Diggers have moved onto the site of nine new lodges at Felixstowe Beach holiday park.

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Repairs to collapsed sewer in Suffolk seaside town expected to complete this week

East Suffolk Council contractors are carrying out repairs to a sewer which has been leaking foul smelling water.

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Theatre reveals opening date after £3.45million renovation

The grand opening of the Ipswich Regent Theatre will be on Friday, December 12 following a £3.45million renovation.

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Cyclist suffers life-threatening injuries after crash near Portman Road

A cyclist has been left with life-threatening injuries after a serious crash in Portman Road, Ipswich.

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Unit in prominent Ipswich building up for rent after being vacant for two years

A unit which was formerly home to a clothing shop has gone up for rent after being empty for two years.

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Ipswich book-keeper tears into Budget - here's how it may affect you

This isn’t a good budget for businesses, but in many cases it’s better than expected, says the director of RSZ Accountancy in Ipswich, Suffolk

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Ipswich café applies for alcohol licence that could see it serve from 9am

Golden Coffee Regent in St Helen's Street in Ipswich has applied to the council for a new alcohol licence that could see it serve from 9am.

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New Christmas Shop opens in Ipswich shopping centre

A Christmas themed shop has opened in Sailmakers shopping centre in Ipswich to help in the build up to December 25.

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Former furniture showroom up for sale for £250k after being vacant for six months

The former HSL showroom in Fore Hamlet in Ipswich has gone up for sale for £250,000.

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Business owner reacts to Budget as tax threshold freeze hits personal income

Kate Cotterill - co-owner of She Grows Veg at East Bergholt, near Ipswich, Suffolk, gives her verdict on the Budget

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Spa shortlisted for prestigious award after £6M renovation

Riverhills Health Club and Day Spa in Bramford has been named as a finalist in the Good Spa Guide Awards.

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Search for driver after car crashes in Ipswich street

Police are searching for a driver after a car crashed into a pole in Burke Street, Ipswich.