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Hosepipe ban stops vandalised paddling pool being refilled
Vandals have left broken glass in and around Bourne paddling pool overnight, forcing Ipswich Borough Council to drain it – with the current hosepipe ban meaning it cannot be refilled.
Stefan Long
Stefan Long was elected Mayor of Ipswich for 2025-26 on Wednesday, 13 May.
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Mental health support bench installed in Christchurch Park
A new bench offering a peaceful spot in the greenery, and a direct link to mental health support, has been installed in Christchurch Park — the third of its kind in Ipswich.
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Free litter pickers offered as a push to tidy Ipswich streets
Ipswich residents are being urged to make use of free litter-picking equipment, as a new campaign works to reduce rubbish on the town's streets and highlight local businesses already taking steps to cut down on litter.
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Ellenbrook Park to get new inclusive play area
Work begins on Monday, 17 August, on a new bug and nature-themed play area at Ellenbrook Park, part of Ipswich Borough Council's £3.5m Play Area Strategy to improve play facilities across the town.
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Brave Futures receives £17,000 charity donation
Local charity Brave Futures has been presented with a £17,000 donation, generated through a national recycling scheme supported by Ipswich Borough Council.
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Pat Bruce-Browne elected as Ipswich's first Black gay female mayor
Councillor Pat Bruce-Browne has been elected as Ipswich's new mayor, becoming the first gay Black woman in the town's history to hold the position.
2026 Local Elections in Ipswich
Meet the candidate: Stefan Long
Stefan Long is standing for the Labour Party in the Rushmere ward at the Ipswich Borough Council elections on Thursday, 7 May. We sent every candidate the same five questions — here are Stefan's answers, published in full and unedited.
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Ipswich marks four years since Russia invaded Ukraine
Services of prayer and solidarity took place at Ipswich Minster to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Augmented reality binoculars bringing Ipswich's Victorian past to life unveiled
Six free-to-use augmented reality binoculars have been installed at historic locations across Ipswich, allowing residents and visitors to experience Victorian street scenes complete with gas-lit streets, bustling markets and working docks.
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500 students try CPR and VR at Ipswich NHS careers fair
Hundreds of students practised CPR on medical training dummies, tried virtual reality headsets at a radiotherapy stand and competed in a 30-second 'Sit to Stand' fitness challenge as an NHS careers fair brought hands-on healthcare demonstrations to Trinity Park.
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College and university launch charity-business platform
Suffolk New College and University of Suffolk brought together over a dozen local charities and businesses in a new event designed to build partnerships beyond traditional fundraising. Organisers plan to make it an annual Christmas fixture.
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Mayor hails Kevin Sinfield's 'outstanding' MND challenge
The Mayor of Ipswich has praised Kevin Sinfield's "outstanding effort" after the rugby legend completed the first leg of his seven ultramarathons in seven days challenge in the town.