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.
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University of Suffolk puts Grade II listed church up for sale
The University of Suffolk is selling the former St Clements Congregational Church on Back Hamlet after purchasing the Gothic-style building in 2021, with plans to develop new student facilities elsewhere on campus.by
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The radio message that saved a life and sparked a calling
In her darkest moment, contemplating ending her life, Samantha Brazier-Gibbs turned on the radio. What she heard next changed everything – and set her on a path to leading Ipswich's clergy.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Rough sleeping up 38% as council seeks new contracts to tackle 'most harmful form of homelessness'
Ipswich has seen a 38% rise in people sleeping rough each month compared to last year, prompting the council to procure new specialist services aimed at ending rough sleeping in the town.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Three Ipswich charities to be awarded £72,000 in council grants
Ipswich Borough Council is set to approve £72,000 in Community Cash Grants to three voluntary organisations supporting vulnerable residents, homelessness services and advice provision across the town.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Eunice Barker located following public appeal
Police have confirmed that Eunice Barker, the 81-year-old woman who went missing from Woodbridge Road this morning, has been found.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Have you seen Eunice? Police appeal for help finding missing Ipswich woman
Police are asking anyone who has seen an 81-year-old woman, last seen at her Woodbridge Road home in Ipswich this morning, to come forward, as officers say they are concerned for her welfare.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Forty failed women and counting: Breaking the silence on endometriosis in Suffolk
For more than a decade, Faye Ramsey was told her pain was "just IBS" or "in her head". Now the 31-year-old teaching assistant is making sure the 40 women who shared their stories with her won't have to wait that long, demanding change to a healthcare system that has left them suffering in silence.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Ipswich Borough Council to pledge £70m town centre investment and 'lowest' tax rise
Ipswich Borough Council will propose more than £70 million investment in the town centre over four years in its Medium Term Financial Plan and Budget later today, while keeping its council tax increase to 2.98% – the lowest of the three authorities collecting tax in the borough.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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'Rough' police precept increase approved despite affordability concerns
Councillors have approved a near-maximum increase to the police's share of Council Tax, with PCC Tim Passmore stressing not increasing the precept would be "so detrimental that it doesn't bear thinking about".by
João SantosandOliver Rouane-Williams
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Why Suffolk services are taking sexual violence support on the road
As It's Not OK Week continues, two outreach workers are visiting colleges, businesses and community groups across Suffolk this week, responding to a sharp rise in demand for sexual violence support with a clear message: help must be visible, accessible and survivor-led.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Suffolk seeks new business leaders to join economic growth board
Suffolk County Council is inviting applications from experienced local business people to join the Suffolk Business Board, with expressions of interest due by Monday, 23 February.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Ipswich man jailed for 15 weeks after assaulting woman
Scott Hyam, 39, of Ramsgate Drive, was sentenced at Ipswich Crown Court on Thursday, 22 January, after pleading guilty to assault by beating following an incident in September.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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