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Ipswich-based trust sets national standard with 'Prem Aware' accreditation across all schools
For parents who have spent time on a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, starting school can feel like another daunting milestone – but an Ipswich-based trust is working to change that, becoming the first Multi-Academy Trust in the UK to achieve 'Prem Aware' status across all 16 of its schools.News
Personal trainer takes on 30-day Stairmaster challenge for friend's terminally ill father
An Ipswich personal trainer is completing one hour on a Stairmaster every day for 30 days to raise money for The Brain Tumour Charity, in support of her best friend's father who is living with a terminal brain tumour.by
Steve Brownand
Oliver Rouane-Williams
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'People just want to talk': What the suicide bus heard in Ipswich
People just want someone to talk to. That's what emerged when a suicide prevention bus stopped in the town centre, asking passers-by what would make Ipswich better.by
Matt Stott
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Chess bus tackling loneliness seeks Ipswich venue
A social enterprise that uses mini chess to tackle loneliness and social isolation needs help finding an Ipswich venue for a community event on 22 January, just under two weeks away.byMatt Stott
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Attwells beats national rivals for apprenticeship award
Local solicitors Attwells has won the National Apprenticeship and Skills Award 2025 for SME Firms, beating national competition for its commitment to developing emerging talent.byMatt Stott
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What's for lunch? The pupils redesigning school meals their way
A shy Suffolk pupil who once dreaded speaking up in class is now redesigning her school's menu and teaching adults about food waste. She's one of hundreds of children across ASSET Education's schools who've been handed real power to solve a problem that affects them every day.by
Elouise Lavington
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Small but mighty: Inside Dora Brown's quiet transformation of family homes
When Jo Revett joined Dora Brown in 2022, the small Suffolk charity had already helped dozens of families reclaim their homes from chaos. Two years on, that number has risen to more than 60 – and the team is just getting started.byElouise Lavington
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This is youth power: How Ipswich is leading a national movement
Welcome to the first in a four-part series on Ipswich as the UK’s first Town of Youth Social Action. We'll explore what it means for the town, county, and country, and share our plans on how, as a media outlet, we are committed to giving the young people of our town a voice.byElouise Lavington
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Town fans to honour 'great guy' and lifelong Blue Tim Mulley with 56th-minute applause this weekend
This Saturday, as Ipswich Town face Wolves at Portman Road, something special will happen in the 56th minute. The stadium will erupt in applause—not for a goal or a brilliant save—but for Tim Mulley, a loving husband and father, respected businessman and lifelong Town fan who sadly passed away at the age of 56.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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New Wolsey Theatre calls for nominations to honour Ipswich's everyday heroes
Ipswich residents are invited to nominate their personal heroes for recognition at the New Wolsey Theatre's free community event on Saturday, 31 May.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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'Dirt 640' hangs up his helmet after 46 years of firefighting
Long-serving firefighter Simon Dearing, known by colleagues as 'Dirt 640', has retired after more than 46 years of service but will continue to serve Suffolk as an on-call firefighter.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Daughter's marathon tribute to honour hospice that cared for her mum
Rachel Cooper is turning personal loss into positive action by taking on the London Marathon to support St Elizabeth Hospice's vital work.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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