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Taco Bell announces opening date for new Ipswich restaurant

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Taco Bell has revealed it will open its new restaurant in Anglia Retail Park on Tuesday, October 22. The fast food chain is also planning a second location in Ipswich.

The big picture: After a few delays, Taco Bell is finally bringing its Mexican-inspired fast food to Ipswich, with plans for two locations in the town.

Taco Bell at Anglia Retail Park in Ipswich
Taco Bell at Anglia Retail Park in IpswichOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

Key details:

  • The new restaurant will open in the former Carphone Warehouse unit at Anglia Retail Park

  • An application to convert the unit was submitted in August 2022

  • Plans include adding a drive-thru lane and converting two parking spaces into waiting bays

  • Signs for the new restaurant were put up at the end of August

What's next: Taco Bell has submitted proposals to Ipswich Borough Council for a second location in the former Frankie & Benny's unit in Edith Cook Way, Ravenswood.

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Tools worth thousands stolen from vehicles at Ipswich business

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Four vehicles were broken into at a Wherstead Road business on Wednesday evening, with thieves taking Makita, DeWalt and other branded power tools.

Why it matters: Over 30 valuable items, including power tools, batteries and chargers were stolen – a significant loss for the business.

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CCTV image of a burglary at a business on Wherstead Road in IpswichSuffolk Constabulary

The details: Suffolk Police report that three unknown offenders entered the premises between 5.45pm and 7.15pm on Wednesday 19 February, before smashing the windows of four vehicles to remove the tools.

Among the stolen items were:

  • Multiple Makita impact wrenches, drills, and a reciprocating saw

  • 15 Makita 18v batteries and four battery chargers

  • DeWalt tools and batteries

  • A Stihl battery disc cut off saw

  • A Bosch disc grinder

  • A Stabila spirit level

One suspect is described as wearing light-coloured trainers and a light-coloured baseball cap. No descriptions were provided for other suspects.

What's next: Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information about the crime, which has been given the reference number 37/9608/25.

The bottom line: Anyone with information can contact Suffolk Police via their website, by calling 101, or alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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