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Ipswich Borough Council has provided a £50,000 funding boost to Suffolk New College to create new computer facilities and learning spaces, including specialist equipment for games design students.
Over 5,000 local residents have benefited from the New Wolsey Theatre's Creative Communities Programme this year as the venue announces its new season.
In its first year of operation, a modular housing project in Ipswich has helped people move from homelessness into employment and private housing.
While religious hate crimes have more than quadrupled across England and Wales over the past decade, Suffolk recorded just 25 incidents last year – down from 32 the previous year.
While many retailers have retreated from town centres, Threads for All is bucking the trend. The Ipswich store combines affordable style with local craftsmanship, challenging perceptions about independent fashion with unique pieces at high street prices.
Ipswich moviegoers can watch an exclusive preview of the new British film Layla for free at two local cinemas next month as part of a nationwide cinema initiative.
Police officers in Ipswich have begun developing a strategy to address street drinking, antisocial behaviour, and violent crime on Tavern Street. Multiple agencies are joining forces to find long-term solutions.
Suffolk's roads will be kept safe this winter by a new fleet of 38 gritters, with names chosen by local young people, including Spread Sheeran and Kieran McSpreader.
Ipswich Town defender Leif Davis will join thousands of residents for this year's Christmas lights switch-on celebration at the Cornhill on Sunday, 17 November.
Sadie Rycroft reviews last week's best live music performances from Ipswich and gives you the low-down on this week's must-see gigs.
Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna and winger Sophie Peskett swapped their usual matchday attire for graduation gowns on Monday, as both received recognition from the University of Suffolk.