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Colour run to splash Christchurch Park with fundraising fun
Ipswich residents can join a vibrant charity event next month, as Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity hosts a colour run in Christchurch Park.
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Local cancer patients report lack of GP support
One in five cancer patients at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust said they didn't receive adequate support from their GP practice during treatment, according to new NHS England figures.
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Ipswich Star has 12x more ad trackers and is worse for the environment than 63% of websites globally
Analysis of the Ipswich Star website has uncovered alarming data usage, user tracking, and carbon emissions levels, with the site being flagged for privacy compliance issues by independent consent management platforms.
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Shop worker assaults triple as Ipswich MP pushes for action
During a parliamentary session, Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, raised concerns about rising retail crime in Suffolk.
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Less than 2% of rape cases in Suffolk led to charges last year
Only 17 out of 885 rape offences recorded by Suffolk Constabulary resulted in charges or court summons in the year to March 2024, new figures reveal.
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Ipswich housing target set to increase by over 60%
The government has announced new housing targets for England, with Ipswich's annual goal rising from 466 to 755 new homes. This significant increase is part of a national plan to boost housing supply across the country.
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Ipswich Regent Theatre wins top travel award for second year
The Ipswich Regent Theatre has received a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award, placing it among the top 10% of worldwide attractions.
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A14 to close for two months near Ipswich for resurfacing work
A five-mile stretch of the A14 near Ipswich will be closed overnight for two months starting in late August. National Highways plans to resurface the road with noise-reducing asphalt.
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Suffolk author's space turtle tale inspires young readers
A children's book by Suffolk-based author and Suffolk Mind trustee Katerina Budinova is captivating young readers globally while supporting local mental health initiatives.
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Innovative teaching approach contributes to better student satisfaction and retention rates at University of Suffolk
The University of Suffolk has showcased its successful "Block and Blend" teaching format at an international conference in Melbourne, Australia.
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Police set up new cordons in Anita Rose murder investigation
Detectives investigating the murder of Anita Rose have established two additional cordons in Brantham. The new areas of interest come as police search for crucial evidence in the case.
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Third suspect released on bail in Anita Rose murder investigation
A man in his 20s, arrested on suspicion of murdering Anita Rose in Brantham, has been released on bail. This development brings the total number of suspects released on bail to three as the investigation continues.