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Live updates as man sentenced for attempted murder in Ipswich
We report to you live from Ipswich Crown Court as Elliott Mallett falls to be sentenced for the attempted murder of a former police officer in Pinewood.
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Portman Road upgrade plans to 'improve spectator experience'
Ipswich Town have submitted plans for further upgrades at Portman Road for the installation of two new turnstiles in the Cobbold Stand.
Revealed: The best schools in Suffolk according to Sunday Times
Two Suffolk schools have been named among the best in East Anglia for 2026, according to The Sunday Times.
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Hospitality businesses left reeling by eye-watering rises in business rates
There are fears of job losses and businesses closing as Suffolk and north Essex firms calculate how much their rates will rise following last week's Budget.
Permission to convert agricultural land near Ipswich refused by council
East Suffolk Council has refused planning permission for agricultural land near Ipswich to be converted into residential land.
Fed-up villagers without phone signal want end to 'network nightmarEE'
Residents in Claydon, Great Blakenham and Barham, on EE and Three, have been without phone signal for over a month, putting lives in danger.
Ipswich man accused of breaking into car and stealing items
A 47-year-old Ipswich man has been remanded in custody after being accused of breaking into a parked car and stealing items inside.
Local charity looking for families who can give two teenagers a room
Families in Ipswich are being asked to host two students from abroad.
Freezing frost forecast for Suffolk TONIGHT
According to the Met office, Suffolk is set to be hit by freezing fog tonight.
Two restaurants have 'extraordinary influx' of customers for being finalists in award
The owner of two Suffolk restaurants has said they have had an "extraordinary influx of customers" since being named as finalists in the fourth Nation's Curry Awards 2026.
Who are the East Anglian Alliance? New party forms to fight for region
A new party will be representing Suffolk and Norfolk, named East Anglian Alliance, as announced by East Suffolk councillor Julia Ewart.
Coca-Cola truck rolls into Ipswich in Christmas surprise
The iconic Christmas vehicle arrived at Avocet Court Care Home, near Bourne Park and the Orwell Bridge, in Ipswich.
Face of man jailed for Ipswich rape
The face of an Ipswich man jailed for raping a drunk woman has been revealed.
Plans for 1,000 new homes to be discussed by council next week
Plans to build more than 1000 homes north of Ipswich, near Westerfield, are set to be discussed by Ipswich Borough Council next week.
Driver accused of killing cyclist will not give evidence to jury
All evidence has been heard in the trial of Thomas Gibbs, who has denied causing the death of Rushmere St Andrew cyclist Ben Jacobs in Bentley.
Labour 'running scared of voters' as it delays vote for Norfolk-Suffolk mayor to 2028
Politicians from across the political spectrum have been left furious after it emerged the Norfolk and Suffolk mayoral elections will be postponed for two years.
New powers to tackle anti-social and reckless driving on seafront approved
Tougher measures will be introduced to crackdown on anti-social and reckless driving in Felixstowe.
Lifeboat to host a black-tie charity gala at Suffolk venue
Felixstowe Lifeboat will host a black-tie charity gala.
Beloved sandwich shop in town sold
The previous owner of Dare to Dip Sam'wiches in Felixstowe has announced that the business has been sold.
Human trafficking and drugs offences among investigations in day of action
Four arrests and more than 90 vehicle searches have been carried out by Suffolk Police as part of a day of action.