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Charity quiz night returns to support deaf children in Ipswich

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A popular quiz night is set to return this October, raising funds for children living with deafness. Local hearing care company All About Hearing is organising the event in aid of the National Deaf Children's Society (NDCS).

The big picture: All About Hearing, a family-run business with two hearing care clinics in Ipswich, is hosting a charity quiz night on Sunday, October 13, at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre.

All About Hearing Directors, Matthew Coward and Karen Finch with quiz winners from April 2024
All About Hearing Directors Matthew Coward (far left) and Karen Finch (far right) with quiz winners from April 2024All About Hearing

Why it matters: The quiz night aims to raise funds for the NDCS, a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting deaf children and young people. The NDCS provides advice, information, and emotional support to families with the goal of creating a world without barriers for deaf children.

Key details:

  • The event starts at 7:00pm

  • Teams can include between 4 and 6 members

  • Entry costs £6 per person

  • The previous quiz night in April raised over £1,200 for charities

What they're saying: Karen Finch, Director for All About Hearing, said: "Our charity quiz night back in April was a sell out and raised over £1,200 for some very worth charities. I'd love us to go one better to see if we can beat the total from April."

She added: "Gather your team, whether it's your family, friends or work buddies and join us for a night of fun and make a difference!"

What to expect: The event will feature a bar, a big screen, and prizes donated by local businesses.

How to participate: Tickets are expected to sell out quickly. For booking details, visit www.allabouthearing.co.uk/quiz

The bottom line: This charity quiz night offers Ipswich residents a chance to enjoy a fun evening while supporting a worthy cause that helps deaf children and their families. Get involved!

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Man charged after St Helen's Street assault leaves victim in hospital

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An argument in Ipswich town centre escalated into an assault that left one man in hospital on Tuesday. Police are now seeking dashcam footage as they build their case.

Why it matters: The incident occurred in a busy area of Ipswich's town centre, with police now seeking public assistance to gather additional evidence as they build their case.

The details: Keith McKenzie, 48, of Bond Street, has been charged with assault causing grievous bodily harm.

  • The assault took place at approximately 21:45 on Tuesday near the junction of St Helen's Street and Bond Street

  • A man in his 30s sustained arm injuries following an argument with an unknown assailant

  • The victim walked to Tavern Street to seek help before being taken to hospital

  • He has since been discharged

What's next: McKenzie appeared at Ipswich Magistrates Court on Thursday, 6 February and was remanded in custody. He is due to appear at Ipswich Crown Court on Thursday, 6 March.

How to help: Detectives want to hear from anyone who was driving in the area between 21:35 and 21:50 on Tuesday with dashcam footage that might have captured the altercation.

The bottom line: Anyone with information should contact South CID at Suffolk Police, quoting reference 37/6562/25, via:

  • Website: suffolk.police.uk/tell-us

  • Phone: 101

  • Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 (anonymously)

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