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Suffolk's debt hits £1.1bn as three councils see increases
Suffolk's total council debt has reached £1.1 billion, with three authorities seeing increases in the past year whilst the remaining councils reduced their borrowing levels.
Oliver Rouane-Williams
Oliver is the Founder and Editor of Ipswich.co.uk.
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'True Whitton legend' remembered for kindness and love of family
Andrew Roche, who "would do anything for anybody," has been remembered by his family as a devoted father and uncle whose passion for music brought joy to many in the community.
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Thirteen years of Daring, Jazzy and Versatile: The indie boutique defying the odds
In 2012, Mandy Errington spotted something missing on Ipswich's high street – a boutique that offered truly individual, inspiring fashion. Rather than wait for someone else to fill the gap, she decided to do it herself, launching DJV Boutique.
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'Beautiful' Ipswich offices to become homes again after 70 years
Ipswich Borough Council has approved plans to convert offices in Grimwade Street into nine homes, returning the Grade II listed building to residential use after seven decades.
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Ipswich Regent Theatre seeks local star for Cinderella panto role
The Ipswich Regent Theatre is calling for the public to audition for the lead role of Cinderella in its Christmas pantomime, with open auditions taking place on Sunday, 28 September.
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Ipswich student James Brown feeling good as adult students prove it's never too late to learn
A 34-year-old baker who improved from F to grade 4 in maths, and a mother who achieved a perfect grade 9 in English, are among the Ipswich adults celebrating their GCSE results at Suffolk New College today.
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Suffolk New College celebrates record GCSE results with 486 passes
An adult learner who passed his GCSEs to pursue his dream of becoming a nurse was among 486 Suffolk New College students celebrating results today, as the college recorded significant improvements in pass rates.
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Almost 60% of Ipswich School GCSE grades awarded at top level
Ipswich School celebrated GCSE results on Thursday, 22 August, with 139 students securing grades, including almost 60% of all grades awarded at 7-9.
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Ipswich gaming café named among UK's most loved businesses
Geek Retreat on Upper Brook Street has been recognised nationally for its inclusive community environment.
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New Blanche Street pharmacy gets council go-ahead
A vehicle storage unit in St Margaret's will be converted into a pharmacy after councillors granted planning permission on Wednesday, despite parking concerns.
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Council rejects Little Croft Street HMO
Ipswich councillors have refused planning permission for a six-person HMO at 8 Little Croft Street, overturning the recommendation for approval.
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Rogue Ipswich plumber jailed for £22,000 customer fraud
Grant Phillips was sentenced to 26 months in prison at Ipswich Crown Court today (Wednesday, 20 August) for taking money from 12 customers for work that was not completed or was substandard.