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Arsonists destroy Chantry Park play tower months after disability-focused upgrade
A suspected arson attack has destroyed a play tower at Chantry Park on Tuesday night, just three months after the council opened the upgraded facility.
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'This must never happen again': Ipswich disability campaigner's fight reaches Parliament
Ivan Ambrose, who developed PTSD from the pandemic's constantly changing rules and has not left his house since the pandemic, saw his campaign for autism-friendly emergency support debated at Westminster on Tuesday, 2 December, after nearly five years of tireless advocacy.
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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.
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New community café opens on Museum Street with youth training focus
Ipswich Community Media (ICM) launched Roots, a community café offering hospitality training for young people, on Museum Street on Tuesday, 3 December, supported by a £20,000 grant from Asda.
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One Sixth Form College praises community response to hoax evacuation
One Sixth Form College has thanked neighbours, churches and local businesses for their support after a hoax security threat forced the evacuation of its Scrivener Drive campus on Tuesday morning.
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Ipswich MP welcomes national Winter of Action crime crackdown
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has welcomed a nationwide crackdown on shop theft, street crime and anti-social behaviour that will see increased police patrols across Ipswich town centre during the Christmas period.
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Winter pressures hit NHS early as doctors announce December strikes
NHS services across Suffolk and North East Essex are already experiencing significant winter pressures, with seasonal illnesses rising and resident doctors set to strike for five days in the run-up to Christmas.
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How young people in Ipswich can access up to £1,400 for sailing and maritime training
Young people aged 16-25 in Suffolk can now apply for funding of up to £1,400 to pursue maritime opportunities, including sailing courses, voyages and career training through a new bursary scheme, with no previous experience required.
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Ipswich mum turns tragedy into Christmas magic for sick children
Four years after losing her daughter Eva, Danielle Tucker continues transforming grief into joy by collecting hundreds of toys for families spending Christmas at Great Ormond Street Hospital, with support from local building firm SEH French.
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Regent Theatre transformation provides perfect launchpad for town's City of Culture bid
As Ipswich Town chairman Mark Ashton urged the town to "celebrate all the amazing things happening" at Friday's City of Culture launch, the Regent Theatre provided the perfect evidence. The £3.45 million transformation of this 96-year-old landmark proves Ipswich is serious about culture.
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From Portman Road to precious memories: An Ipswich love story
Charlie and Wendy Clarke's romance began at a football match in 1972 and lasted over 50 years, surviving promotions, cup finals, and ultimately Wendy's terminal illness – with St Elizabeth Hospice ensuring their final months together were filled with dignity, love, and a visit from ITFC players.
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How floating solar panels will power Ipswich's pioneering nursery
A 750kWp floating solar installation spanning 3,500 square metres is being built at Bramford to supply 20% of the energy needs at Suffolk Fresh's semi-closed hydroponic glasshouse, demonstrating how renewable technology can support sustainable food production.