'He'd be so proud': Local student to abseil Ipswich Hospital

A student from Martlesham will abseil down Ipswich Hospital to honour the grandad she lost two years ago, using her experience to help other families this Dying Matters Awareness Week.

Young entrepreneur shortlisted for Next Generation Award

A 23-year-old Ipswich business owner has been recognised as one of the UK's most promising young franchisees, earning a place among just three national finalists at the Disruptive Franchise Awards.

'It is not about my cancer': Remembering Emma Adams

Almost a year ago, Emma Adams shared with us a vision for an app that did not yet exist. In the months that followed, she and co-founder Mandeep Birdy built a movement that broke a world record and gave hundreds of people a place to belong.

What is Jack Abbott's summer school – and how do you apply?

Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has opened applications for his 2026 summer school, a free fortnight of workshops, campaigning and Westminster visits for young people aged 18 to 24.

Ipswich's superhero walkers smash last year's hospice fundraising total

St Elizabeth Hospice's Midnight Walk pulled in over £100,000 from more than 1,000 costumed walkers on Saturday night – nearly £30,000 more than last year, with donations still coming in.

Sizewell C signs final education partnership at Ipswich college

Sizewell C has signed its third and final Memorandum of Understanding with further education providers, formalising a fresh agreement with Eastern Education Group at One Sixth Form College in Ipswich.

Bunkers, bad etiquette and big fines: Meet the construction team playing 72 holes in one day for charity

Four men from the Suffolk construction industry will walk more than 20 miles and play four full rounds of golf in a single day next month, all in aid of three charities supporting people with life-changing illnesses.

Suffolk-raised creative leader returns to head landmark Ipswich arts programme

Melissa Matthews, who grew up in Suffolk and has built a 14-year career using creativity as a catalyst for social change, has been appointed Programme Director of Ipswich's £750,000 IP-Switched programme.

How support workers stopped 'incredibly dangerous' arson attempt at Ipswich centre

Quick-thinking staff at a Museum Street support centre disarmed a woman pouring ethanol across the floor and threatening to "light them all up", police have revealed, as she was jailed for four years.

Paedophile with 'no remorse' jailed for seven years over historic child sex abuse

A 55-year-old man who groomed a 13-year-old girl by buying her cigarettes in exchange for sex has been sentenced to seven years in prison following a trial at Ipswich Crown Court.

Forknight returns: Over 50 offers to tempt you out

Ipswich town centre's two-week food festival is back for 2026, with more than 50 deals running across pubs, restaurants and cafés until Sunday, 31 May. From £3.60 tacos to £45 steak dinners for two, here is what is on the menu this Forknight.

Shoplift at Ancient House this week

A participatory artwork opening at The Ancient House this week will host a daily "Shoplift-o-clock" hour where pinching items is playfully welcomed – provided thieves are willing to discuss the ethics of theft and have their portrait drawn for the Thieves Gallery.

Creativity and Wellbeing Week returns to Suffolk with 'Critical Hope' theme

People across Suffolk are being invited to take part in Creativity and Wellbeing Week this week, with organisers framing the arts as essential to tackling the region's health challenges.

Onlookers watch as Mariners boat leaves Ipswich Waterfront

A small crowd gathered along Neptune's Quay this morning to watch the Mariners restaurant boat – a Waterfront landmark closed since the festive period – be towed away by two vessels for maintenance at Pin Mill.

Suffolk distillery's spiced rum (that's not a spiced rum) named best in the world

A spirit distilled in Suffolk has been crowned the highest-scoring spiced rum at this year's London Spirits Competition, beating entries from more than 30 countries – despite not being legally classified as a rum at all.

Suffolk traders invited to join Buttermarket's Suffolk Day Fayre

Local businesses, makers and food producers have until 1 June to register for a place at The Buttermarket Ipswich's Suffolk Day Fayre on Sunday, 21 June.

Reform faces cross-party backlash over Suffolk LGR judicial review plan

Reform UK's Michael Hadwen is set to mark his first act as leader of Suffolk County Council with a call for a judicial review of the Government's Local Government Reorganisation decision – a move that has attracted widespread criticism.

'Be proud of where you are from': Students lead culture celebration

A student-led day celebrating identity and heritage took over Suffolk New College's Ipswich campus, with young people from across the world sharing traditional clothing, dance and food with their peers.

How to take part in Saturday's Midnight Walk at Christchurch Park

Supporters can still sign up on the day for St Elizabeth Hospice's Midnight Walk this Saturday, 16 May, with on-the-day tickets costing £35 for adults and £15 for children.

Free family open day at Ipswich community farm this Sunday

The Oak Tree Community Farm in Rushmere St Andrew is hosting a free family-friendly open day on Sunday, 17 May, from 14:00 to 17:00, featuring farm tours, pond dipping, crafts and refreshments.

Police appeal to trace wanted Ipswich man

Suffolk Police are appealing for help to locate 42-year-old Benjamin Jarrett, who is wanted for failing to appear at court and in connection with sending communications threatening death or serious harm.

Call for wider NHS App training after Suffolk pilot success

Researchers are urging health bosses to roll out a standardised training programme across libraries, community groups and pharmacies after a Suffolk pilot helped thousands of patients use the NHS App.

From finance to interiors: The designer who traded spreadsheets for swatches

Meet the designer behind Ipswich.co.uk's newsroom. After 20 years in finance, Jenny Calthorpe retrained as an interior designer. Now she's transforming homes and workspaces across Suffolk and Essex.

St Jo's students crowned national debating champions

Beneath a portrait of Winston Churchill in a Mayfair townhouse, four students from an Ipswich school made history by winning a national debating title that has been contested since 1957.