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End of tutoring scheme raises fears for Suffolk's disadvantaged students
More than half of Suffolk schools participated in the National Tutoring Programme last academic year, but course starts have decreased as government funding ends.
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Council leader slams 'reckless' minister over £600m solar farm approval as council takes legal action
Suffolk County Council is taking legal action against the government over its approval of the £600m Sunnica solar farm project, citing inadequate compensation for the council's resulting workload.
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Police renew appeal two weeks after the murder of Anita Rose
Detectives investigating the death of Anita Rose in Brantham are seeking fresh information from the public two weeks after her attack. The 57-year-old died on 28 July following injuries sustained during her morning dog walk.
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Man arrested in connection with fatal Ipswich stabbing
A 27-year-old Ipswich man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of a 26-year-old woman on Burrell Road on Tuesday evening.
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Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, responds to fatal stabbing, urges public to assist investigation
Jack Abbott, Member of Parliament for Ipswich, has issued a statement following the murder of a young woman in the town on Tuesday night. He praised emergency services and called for public assistance in the ongoing investigation.
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Sizewell C partners with St Elizabeth Hospice in a boost to regional care
Sizewell C has chosen St Elizabeth Hospice as its first official charity partner, providing vital funding for the next two years.
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Ipswich shop owners invited to apply for £5,000 improvement grants
Independent businesses in Ipswich's shopping parades can now apply for up to £5,000 in grant funding to improve their shopfronts and accessibility as part of a scheme to enhance the appearance of neighbourhood shopping areas.
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Ipswich Town Ladies players visit Henley Gate development
Crest Nicholson held an event at their Henley Gate development in Ipswich, featuring players from Ipswich Town Ladies FC.
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New officers to combat Suffolk's £15.8m fraud problem
Suffolk is ramping up its fight against fraud with new dedicated officers and a united approach across public services.
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Tour of Britain men's race to finish in East Suffolk
The final stage of Britain's biggest professional cycling race will take place in East Suffolk this September. The 158-kilometre route will run from Lowestoft to Felixstowe on 8 September.
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Woman stabbed to death in Ipswich, murder investigation launched
A murder investigation is underway after a woman in her twenties was fatally stabbed in Ipswich on Tuesday evening. Police believe the victim and attacker were known to each other.
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Homelessness charity offers grants up to £15,000 for local projects
Hopestead, a part of Flagship Group, has launched its fourth round of 'Hope Funds', offering grants up to £15,000 for charities and social enterprises tackling homelessness in East Anglia.