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Construction begins on new Co-op store in Kesgrave
Work has begun to build a new East of England Co-op Food store in Kesgrave, set to open in late 2026.
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Ipswich MP accuses county council of 'do nothing' approach on bypass
Jack Abbott has launched a scathing attack on Suffolk County Council, accusing the authority of making "little progress" on the Northern Bypass despite a cross-party vote supporting the project five months ago and robust backing from ten of the county's biggest employers.
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Fears County Council could attempt to 'dodge' local elections in 2026
Opposition councillors have raised fears that the Conservative-led county council will attempt to use local government reform as an excuse to avoid facing voters in May 2026, warning "democracy delayed is democracy denied".
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'No brainer' £31m M&S store unanimously approved for former Toys R Us site
Babergh councillors have unanimously approved plans for a new £31m M&S store at the former Toys R Us site at the Copdock Interchange, with one councillor describing it as a "no-brainer".
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University students' Amazon primate work shortlisted for award
A conservation project in the Peruvian Amazon run in partnership with the University of Suffolk has been shortlisted for a prestigious global ecotourism award.
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How a £5,000 grant keeps Ipswich's oldest shop pedalling
Perched on a stool, Steve Grimwood is engaged in lively conversation with a regular when I step into Ipswich's oldest retail business. I'm instructed to "take good care" of him before the customer disappears through the revamped rear entrance that has recently benefitted from a £10,000 upgrade.
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Firefighter applications surge 32% as Suffolk fire service boosts female recruitment
Applications to join Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service have surged by 32% compared to last year, with female representation among successful candidates rising 38% as the service works to address cultural concerns identified by inspectors.
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Free creative workshops for young people return to Suffolk libraries this Christmas
Suffolk Community Libraries is running 19 free Blank Page creative workshops across nine libraries from 22 December to 2 January, offering young people the chance to learn typography, mosaic art, illustration and upcycling skills.
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Ellisons expands commercial litigation team with new partner
Local law firm Ellisons has appointed Carla Jones as Partner and Head of Commercial Litigation as businesses across the region seek more advice on managing commercial disputes.
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Farmer Christmas brings festive cheer to Suffolk schools
A Suffolk New College lecturer dressed as Santa Claus visited two local primary schools on a tinsel-decorated tractor this week, continuing a 20-year tradition of bringing festive cheer to the community.
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Suffolk Mind expert helps create world-first workplace suicide standard
A mental health expert from Suffolk Mind has been involved in creating the world's first standard addressing the risk of suicide in the workplace, which has already been downloaded in more than 100 countries.
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Tower Street Food Hall to screen New Wolsey panto live
Families can watch New Wolsey Theatre's festive panto Beauty and the Beast live in cinematic style at Tower Street Food Hall next week, with discounted family tickets available.