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Speed limit and lane closures announced for Orwell Bridge
A 40mph speed limit and overnight lane closures will be in place on the Orwell Bridge next week as National Highways continues maintenance work.
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Community invited to be part of historic Ipswich Minster countdown
Schools, businesses and community groups are coming together to create a spectacular Christmas Tree Festival at St Mary-le-Tower Church, as it prepares for its historic designation as Ipswich Minster.
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Sisters choose performing arts school over Taylor Swift concert after brain tumour battle
Two Ipswich sisters have shown extraordinary dedication to their performing arts school by giving up Taylor Swift concert tickets to appear in their annual show, with younger sister Alice fulfilling her goal despite battling a brain tumour.
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Men aged 40-74 in Ipswich urged to book free NHS health checks
Suffolk residents aged 40-74 can now access free health checks to spot early warning signs of serious conditions. Here's what you need to know about eligibility and booking an appointment.
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Greater Anglia bi-mode trains top reliability rankings
Greater Anglia's Class 755 trains have recorded the highest reliability figures for bi-mode trains in Britain, according to industry statistics, running 23,889 miles between faults.
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Trading Standards issues vital Christmas decoration safety warning ahead of December 1st
Suffolk Trading Standards has issued urgent safety guidance for residents putting up Christmas decorations this weekend, with a particular warning about electrical items and novelty decorations containing button batteries.
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New Sports Direct opens its doors in former Ipswich BHS building
In another step forward for Ipswich's high street, Sports Direct has opened its new 25,000 sq ft store in Ipswich's Buttermarket, bringing four major retail brands under one roof.
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Charity asks shoppers to 'prioritise safety over savings' this Black Friday
More than half of accidental deaths in the UK occur in homes, prompting safety experts to warn Black Friday shoppers about dangerous goods. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) says breathing hazards have increased 17% in a decade.
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Three shops caught selling knives to under-18s in Suffolk
Three retailers in Suffolk have been reported to Trading Standards after selling knives to underage customers during police checks. The failed test purchases were part of Operation Sceptre, a week-long knife crime initiative.
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College's zoo dream inspires student conservation mission to Africa
Students at Suffolk Rural College are working to turn their wildlife conservation dreams into reality, launching an innovative adoption scheme to fund a life-changing trip to South Africa. The initiative comes as the college pursues its ambition to become a licensed zoo.
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Independent local businesses unite for The Walk's first Christmas market this Sunday
Local business owners are coming together to create a new festive shopping experience in one of Ipswich's historic thoroughfares as The Walk hosts its first Christmas market from 10:00 to 16:00 this Sunday, 01 December.
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Ipswich man admits attacking police and carrying knife
A 21-year-old man will be sentenced after admitting assaulting two police officers and carrying a knife in Ipswich. Xander Butler was remanded in custody following his court appearance.