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Former GAME store on Tavern Street under offer
A prominent retail unit in Ipswich town centre could soon have a new tenant, with the former GAME store on Tavern Street now under offer.
Law firm appoints two specialists to Ipswich wills, trusts and probate team
Ellisons Solicitors has appointed a new partner and legal executive to its wills, trusts and probate team in Ipswich as part of its regional expansion.
Suffolk New College receives £50,000 boost for student facilities
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.
Suffolk sees drop in religious hate crime as national figures hit record high
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.
Small Business Spotlight: Threads for All
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.
Public scrutiny meeting to examine Suffolk Police powers
Residents are invited to share their views on Suffolk Police's use of powers at a public scrutiny meeting at Suffolk One College on 27 November.
Police launch new plan to tackle Tavern Street anti-social behaviour
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.
Supper Club reopens after police lift closure notice two hours early
The Ipswich venue has reopened after police lifted a temporary closure notice that was imposed following an altercation at the weekend.
Ipswich Town star Leif Davis to attend Christmas lights switch-on next month
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.
Suffolk leaders unite to boost county's influence on government
Over 100 leaders from Suffolk met last week to strategise how the county can better align with the new Labour government's priorities and get us to the "front of the Government funding queue.”