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Plans by Ipswich School to make 11 homes in Henley Road refused again

Plans by Ipswich School to create 11 homes from a former office between Henley Road and Ivry Street have been refused by Ipswich Borough Council.

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Man in court after stealing sets of ladders in Thetford

A man has appeared in court on theft and fraud charges after stealing two sets of ladders and a bank card.

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Ipswich pub set to launch new food menu from next week

The Golden Hind in Nacton Road is set to launch a new food menu from next week, months after a huge refurbishment to its kitchen.

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Do you remember these VE day celebrations?

With the 80th anniversary of the Victory in Europe celebrations on May 8, we take a look back at previous events in Suffolk, including the very first one.

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Radio Caroline's Ross Revenge could be heading to Suffolk for a makeover

Crowdfunding is still continuing in a bid to repair and restore Radio Caroline's home ship - and the work could be carried out at Lowestoft.

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Objection to LED lighting update at school athletic track over wildlife concerns

Ipswich Borough Council has issued an objection against updating lighting at the athletics track at Northgate High School in Sidegate Lane.

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On this day: Ipswich clinic installs defibrillator

On this day in 2024, the Ipswich Star reported that an ear clinic in Ipswich installed a defibrillator on its premises.

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Four flats in listed Ipswich terrace property to go up for auction

A Grade II listed terrace property in Ipswich divided into four flats is to go up for auction

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Roofer jailed for three years after 'violently' stamping on man

A roofer from Ipswich who “violently stamped” on a man during an attack in Sudbury has been jailed for three years.

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Land in village could be converted for equestrian use

Plans have been lodged for land in a village north of Ipswich to be converted for equestrian use.

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Homeless man in Suffolk seafront caravan appeals for council's help to find home

A homeless Ipswich man is appealing to East Suffolk Council for a home to help him get his life back on track

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Can April the cat be rehomed by the end of the month?

An aptly named cat is hoping to be adopted before the end of April, after her previous owners could no longer care for her.

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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Ipswich Star

The Ipswich Star published 9 death notices last week.

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Man caught with cocaine is fined and has drug destroyed

Marvin Matherson was sentenced at Suffolk Magistrates' Court for possessing cocaine in Ipswich.

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'Shock' and 'disgust' after ducklings taken from town pond

Reports of ducklings being removed from the duck pond at Hurstlea Road and Barrett's Lane in Needham Market have shocked the town.

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Decision not to grant Suffolk town a banking hub "needs to be rethought", MP says

Suffolk Coastal MP Jenny Riddell-Carpenter has called for cash machine provider LINK to rethink a decision not to provide Felixstowe with a banking hub

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Jail for man who stole £430 of laundry detergent, batteries and meat

An Ipswich man who stole more than £400 of washing detergent, batteries and meat items has been jailed and ordered to pay back compensation.

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OPINION: Why is it some cyclists think they can simply do what they want?

In his column this week, Mark Murphy says a proposed change to the law for cyclists who act dangerously on the road is a good thing.

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Jailed in Suffolk: Criminals put behind bars this week

Michael Majewski, Lloyd Prior, Ambrish Dogra and Daniel Easlea are among the Suffolk criminals jailed this week.

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Ipswich brewery to celebrate 12 years as first beers return for weekend events

Briarbank Brewery in Ipswich will be celebrating its 12th birthday with a weekend of events including the return of the company's first beers.