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All about plans for a new 1,400-home neighbour on the Suffolk coast
1+ day, 48+ min ago (376+ words) A major new garden neighbourhood could soon take shape in Suffolk. Up to 1,440 homes are planned as part of the North Felixstowe Garden Neighbourhood (NFGN), a long-term urban extension designed to deliver not just housing but also community infrastructure, green…...
Free Heritage Open Day events offering a glimpse into Ipswich's history
4+ day, 48+ min ago (423+ words) As part of this year's Heritage Open Days, a range of historic buildings, landmarks and behind-the-scenes sites across Ipswich are opening their doors to visitors for free. Better still, many can be explored without booking ahead, making it easy to…...
Suffolk walkers urged to don robes for first Robe-a-thon
5+ day, 1+ hour ago (331+ words) Walkers are being encouraged to don spa robes for a good cause. The first-ever Robe-a-thon, taking place in Suffolk, will raise funds for Cancer Support Suffolk and is organised in partnership with Riverhills Health Club & Spa. The 5K walk will take…...
Former Ipswich man cleared of rape after prosecution drop case
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (271+ words) A former Ipswich man accused of raping a teenager in the back garden of a house in the town has been cleared after the prosecution dropped the case against him. Before Ipswich Crown Court on Tuesday (September 8) was Jojo Bell,…...
Major chain set to take over vacant drive-thru unit in Ipswich
6+ day, 7+ hour ago (297+ words) A major coffee chain looks set to take over an empty restaurant and drive-thru space in south-east Ipswich. Starbucks has sent an application to Ipswich Borough Council to put up signage, advertisements and drive-thru equipment. The application concerns the other…...
University of St Andrews students take part in traditional pier walk
1+ week, 19+ hour ago (118+ words) Hundreds of students at the University of St Andrews have taken part in the traditional walk to the end of the pier ahead of the start of the new academic year. Wearing their distinctive red gowns, the students strolled to…...
New mural of global superstar unveiled at Ipswich pub
1+ week, 1+ day ago (351+ words) A new mural honouring Suffolk's favourite musician has been unveiled at an Ipswich pub where he performed at last year. The painting of global superstar Ed Sheeran, created by local artist Maddie Willis, was shown off outside the Thomas Wolsey…...
Land on the Ipswich Waterfront earmarked for new homes up for sale for £500,000
1+ week, 1+ day ago (180+ words) A section of land on the Ipswich Waterfront, which had permission for new homes, has gone on the market for £500,000. The land, which lies on the southern bank of the Orwell, opposite Marinero Lounge, has gone up for sale despite…...
Two shy rescue cats need a new loving home together after welfare concerns
1+ week, 1+ day ago (190+ words) Two shy cats are in need of a new home after being rescued due to welfare concerns. Fluffy and Little Man, both black, are currently at RSPCA Suffolk Central in Martlesham and are looking for a second chance together. They…...
Young Ipswich dancers enjoy dream performance at Disneyland Paris
1+ week, 4+ day ago (383+ words) Young dancers from Ipswich School of Dance enjoyed a magical weekend performing at Disneyland Paris, with the group returning home on a high after taking to the stage at the famous resort. The school made its fourth trip to Disneyland…...