Long Reads
Thursday, 19 December, 2024
Prepare for the day ahead with everything you need to know this morning, including today's weather forecast, traffic notices, events and a roundup of yesterday's news – in case you missed it.
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Plans lodged to turn Princes Street office into six flats
A London-based developer has submitted plans to convert a commercial building in Ipswich town centre into residential flats. Westmore Developments Ltd is seeking permission to create six new homes at Friars Courtyard on Princes Street.
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Crown Car Park announces Christmas opening hours
Crown Car Park has released its opening hours for the festive period, with extended hours this Thursday but closures on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
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New Asian Supermarket opens in former Argos building on Carr Street
A new Asian supermarket has opened in Ipswich town centre, taking over the former Argos unit on Carr Street. Ipswich mayor Elango K. Evalanka officially opened the store on Saturday.
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Ipswich's Ryan Meikle beats Fallon Sherrock to set up second round match with Luke Littler
Ipswich darts player Ryan Meikle edged past Fallon Sherrock in a tense 3-2 victory at Alexandra Palace on Tuesday night, setting up a second-round clash with teenage sensation Luke Littler.
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Historic Broomhill Lido restoration plans approved after delays
Plans to restore Ipswich's Grade II listed Broomhill Lido have been approved by the council. The 1930s outdoor swimming pool, which has been derelict since 2002, is set to reopen in summer 2026.
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178-tonne transformer to close Orwell Bridge in January
A massive electrical transformer weighing 178 tonnes will force the closure of the Orwell Bridge as it makes its way from Ipswich Docks to Bramford.
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Police officers and store manager honoured for saving grandfather's life at Ipswich supermarket
Two Suffolk Police officers and a Sainsbury's store manager have been awarded Humane Society certificates after their quick-thinking actions saved the life of a 79-year-old grandfather who suffered a heart attack while shopping.
Long Reads
Wednesday, 18 December, 2024
Prepare for the day ahead with everything you need to know this morning, including today's weather forecast, traffic notices, events and a roundup of yesterday's news – in case you missed it.
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Frank Bruno headlines 'invaluable' Ipswich business networking event attended by 200
Boxing legend Frank Bruno and broadcaster Alan Brazil were the star guests at a major business networking event in Suffolk that attracted 200 local business owners.
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How to protect yourself from Christmas shopping scams in Suffolk
With Christmas shopping in full swing, Suffolk Trading Standards has released guidance on spotting and avoiding seasonal scams that could cost shoppers hundreds of pounds.
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Ipswich primary schools urged to apply for free breakfast club scheme
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott is encouraging local primary schools to apply for a new government breakfast club programme. Schools have until 20 December to apply to become one of 750 'early adopters' ahead of a nationwide rollout in April 2025.