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Suffolk children waiting two years for their forever homes
Families across Suffolk are being encouraged to consider adoption, as new figures show local children typically wait more than two years to find their permanent home.
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Ipswich prepares for its biggest-ever Christmas programme
Theatres, museums, archives and arts venues across Ipswich have joined forces to deliver the town's largest-ever festive entertainment programme, featuring 237 performances and 77 exhibition days across eight venues.
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Suffolk Wildlife Trust launches £373,000 nature recovery scheme
Suffolk Wildlife Trust has launched a new initiative to help communities protect local wildlife, backed by £373,356 in public funding over three years.
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Ipswich Mayor announces Sri Lankan-themed charity ball for 2025
The Mayor of Ipswich has revealed plans for next year's Charity Ball, which will support two local charities with a unique Sri Lankan-themed evening at the Corn Exchange.
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£145k project to improve access to Belstead Brook Park
A £145,000 project will create new improved access paths connecting Ipswich's Bourne Park to Belstead Brook Park and the wider countryside.
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University of Suffolk vice-chancellor welcomes fee rise but warns of funding gap
The £285 increase in tuition fees won't cover universities' rising costs, says the University of Suffolk's leader, as 40% of UK universities predict deficits this year.
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Sainsbury's on Woodbridge Road to match Aldi prices on 200 products
Shoppers at Sainsbury's Local on Woodbridge Road, Ipswich, will soon pay the same prices as Aldi for hundreds of everyday items. The supermarket chain has become the first major retailer to extend its discount price matching to convenience stores.
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Blue badge holders offered drive-thru Christmas lights experience in Ipswich
Blue badge holders will be able to view Ipswich's Christmas lights from their vehicles during a special drive-thru event on December 1.
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Suffolk police chiefs to hold final public meeting of the year online
Suffolk's Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner will hold their last joint public meeting on Wednesday, November 6th.
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Charity seeks £4,000 funding boost to help SEND families in North West Ipswich
A Suffolk charity is requesting nearly £4,000 in funding to expand its support for families with children who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in north west Ipswich. The North West Area Committee will consider the application at a meeting on Thursday 7 November at 7.00pm.
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Local bookshop backs MP's Christmas card competition
An independent Ipswich bookshop is supporting young artistic talent by providing prizes for Ipswich MP Jack Abbott's constituency Christmas card competition, with the winning design set to reach thousands of local homes.
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Council launches consultation on tax rises and service cuts
Suffolk County Council has launched a public consultation on its 2025-26 budget, seeking the views of residents, businesses and other community groups on potential Council Tax increases and spending priorities amid growing financial pressures.