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Persimmon Homes buys land for 465 new homes in Ipswich

Persimmon Homes Suffolk has completed the purchase of land at Henley Gate, marking the housebuilder's return to Ipswich after several years, with plans to deliver 465 new homes.

5 December, 2025

Oliver Rouane-Williams

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Stowmarket sex attack suspects released on bail as police continue appeal

Two people arrested on Wednesday in connection with a serious sexual assault in Stowmarket last month have been bailed, as detectives continue to appeal for information about the attack on a female runner.

5 December, 2025

Oliver Rouane-Williams

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Mayoral candidates brand 'appalling' election delay a 'sorry mess' as Labour defends decision

The government has postponed "fast-tracked" elections for a new Suffolk and Norfolk mayor for two years, prompting fury from candidates who have branded the decision "appalling" and a "sorry mess".

4 December, 2025

Oliver Rouane-Williams

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Suffolk fire service making progress on culture but must 'do more', 'disappointed' inspectors say

His Majesty's Inspectorate has found that Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service is making progress on addressing serious cultural failings identified last year, but warned that improvements are not yet consistent across the organisation and significant work remains.

4 December, 2025

Oliver Rouane-Williams

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Ipswich Town ownership restructured at reported £350m valuation

Ipswich Town is reported to be valued at approximately £350m – a Championship record – following an ownership restructure described internally as a "reshuffling of the pack".

4 December, 2025

Matt Stott

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Ipswich man jailed for five years after rape conviction

Leon Thomas, 53, formerly of Farina Close in Ipswich, was sentenced at Ipswich Crown Court on Thursday after a jury found him guilty of raping a woman he knew.

4 December, 2025

Oliver Rouane-Williams

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Two arrested over Stowmarket sexual assault two weeks after attack

A 34-year-old man and a 49-year-old woman have been arrested in connection with a sexual assault on a female runner in Stowmarket, as the investigation enters its third week.

4 December, 2025

Oliver Rouane-Williams

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Suffolk college student plants 'tree of hope' in honour of environmental legacy

A 17-year-old student with dreams of studying horticulture was chosen to plant a sapling from the famous Sycamore Gap tree at Suffolk New College, as part of a national campaign to keep the story of the felled landmark alive.

4 December, 2025

Oliver Rouane-Williams

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'I've got my life back': Ipswich woman reverses her diabetes in months

Susan Wolton from Ipswich has reversed her type 2 diabetes, lost over three stone and seen her IBS symptoms disappear after joining a free NHS programme that can be completed from home, with limited places remaining for local residents.

4 December, 2025

Oliver Rouane-Williams

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College and university launch charity-business platform

Suffolk New College and University of Suffolk brought together over a dozen local charities and businesses in a new event designed to build partnerships beyond traditional fundraising. Organisers plan to make it an annual Christmas fixture.

4 December, 2025

Matt Stott

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Attwells beats national rivals for apprenticeship award

Local solicitors Attwells has won the National Apprenticeship and Skills Award 2025 for SME Firms, beating national competition for its commitment to developing emerging talent.

4 December, 2025

Matt Stott

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The Baths to become creative powerhouse with £1.92m transformation

A £1.92m investment will breathe new life into The Baths, creating a Creative Digital Skills Lab designed to connect and inspire Ipswich's next generation of creative talent with training, facilities and job opportunities on their doorstep.

3 December, 2025

Oliver Rouane-Williams

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Persimmon Homes buys land for 465 new homes in Ipswich

Stowmarket sex attack suspects released on bail as police continue appeal

Mayoral candidates brand 'appalling' election delay a 'sorry mess' as Labour defends decision

Suffolk fire service making progress on culture but must 'do more', 'disappointed' inspectors say

Ipswich Town ownership restructured at reported £350m valuation

Ipswich man jailed for five years after rape conviction

Two arrested over Stowmarket sexual assault two weeks after attack

Suffolk college student plants 'tree of hope' in honour of environmental legacy

'I've got my life back': Ipswich woman reverses her diabetes in months

College and university launch charity-business platform

Attwells beats national rivals for apprenticeship award

The Baths to become creative powerhouse with £1.92m transformation

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