Oliver Rouane-Williams
Oliver spent 15 years growing some of the UK's largest and most influential local and national news and media companies before packing it all in to start Ipswich.co.uk.
In the news
Suffolk construction committee signs first-ever college partnership
The Suffolk Joint Construction Committee (SJCC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Suffolk New College, marking the first partnership of its kind in the committee's history.News
Self-taught Ipswich filmmaker's nostalgic Jaguar E-Type film receives international acclaim in Tokyo
Competing against 499 entries from 73 countries, Ipswich-based filmmaker Nick Skinner was crowned the Grand Prize winner at the International Auto Film Festa 2025 in Tokyo on Saturday, 26 April, for his short film "Memory Lane – A Love Letter to the Jaguar E-Type".News
Suffolk insolvency rates rise as financial pressures mount
1,541 people in Suffolk entered insolvency in 2024, up from 1,379 the previous year, new figures from the Insolvency Service show.News
More than a shed: The enduring appeal of Suffolk's beach huts
Retired couple Barbara and Alan have visited their Felixstowe hut "Idle Hours" daily for 24 years, embodying the deep connection many owners feel.Feature
The Ipswich runners turning pain into power at this year’s London Marathon
Personal stories of loss, gratitude and determination are driving Ipswich locals to tackle the 26-mile London Marathon on April 27.News
Ipswich Town removes job posting after Great Yarmouth MP accuses it of 'disgusting anti-white racism'
A coaching role that was part of a Coach Inclusion & Diversity Scheme has been removed from the club's website following criticism from Great Yarmouth MP Rupert Lowe for allegedly excluding white male applicants.News
Man charged over fatal cyclist collision in Bentley
A 42-year-old Bentley resident has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving following a collision that killed a cyclist two years ago.News
Town freeze U12 prices as adult season tickets see 10% increase for 2025/26
Season ticket holders have from 30 April to 30 May to secure their seats at renewal prices, with prices held for the youngest fans despite rises elsewhere.News
London's 24-hour upmarket dining chain VQ opens first restaurant outside capital in Ipswich
The all-day café, restaurant, and bar has launched in the Buttermarket Centre, offering a buzzy atmosphere, an eclectic menu, and round-the-clock dining on weekends.News
Olympic medallist Louis Smith inspires at Ipswich SportsAid fundraising lunch
Gymnast Louis Smith MBE shared his journey with 168 guests at Venue 16 to raise funds for promising young athletes like local triathlete Darcy Gladwell.News
Ipswich sporting prodigy and 'one to watch' dominates four disciplines to win national title
Charlie's British Racketlon Championship victory demonstrates remarkable versatility as the nine-year-old excelled in table tennis, badminton, squash and tennis to claim the U12 crown.News
Former Grimwades building set for revival under council ownership
Ipswich Borough Council has stepped in to rescue the deteriorating Grimwades building, with refurbishment work starting by the end of May.News
How a moment of empathy sparked an NHS worker’s dive into tech entrepreneurship
From a chance observation in a café to a groundbreaking hearing solution, Ipswich-based entrepreneur Michelle McDonagh's journey shows how empathy can spark innovation.Feature
'Magical moment' as hearing impaired children teach Easter Bunny to sign
Children at an Ipswich primary school's Hearing Impairment Unit turned the tables on their special visitor, teaching the Easter Bunny British Sign Language during a heartwarming visit.News
Major changes proposed to sexual violence support services in Suffolk
A 'one front door' approach is among a series of recommendations made by University of Suffolk researchers to improve how victim-survivors access support.News
Suffolk stalking victim shares her experience as police reveal 848 cases last year
A Suffolk woman has shared her experience of being stalked for over a year by a man almost 50 years her senior, who was eventually jailed for four months.News
Ipswich charity launches 'Painathon' campaign at London Marathon
Women's Health Hope will highlight marathon-like NHS wait times for gynaecological care with posters along the marathon route this weekend.News
Ipswich rent increases outpace regional average as prices jump 10%
While the East of England saw rental costs rise by 8%, Ipswich experienced a steeper 10% increase over the past year, reaching £951 per month.News
500 mobile phones donated to support domestic abuse victims in East Anglia
Virgin Media O2 Business has donated over 500 mobile phones to help survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault across East Anglia, including Suffolk.News
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