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An award-winning local law firm
Rated as "Excellent" on Review Solicitors with an impressive 4.8/5 on Feefo.
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Breaking barriers: How Kim Trotter is empowering Ipswich women
From helping women escape domestic violence to celebrating apprentice-of-the-year winners, Future Female Society has changed hundreds of lives in Ipswich. We share founder Kim Trotter's personal journey from isolation to creating lasting community change.
Former college student follows teacher's footsteps to save lives in Suffolk
Cassidy Beeton turned inspiration into action, joining her former tutor as a Community First Responder while pursuing her paramedic dreams.
"She's an absolute trooper": Ten-year-old Charlotte's story captures hearts, and a national award nomination
A remarkable ten-year-old girl who refuses to let a rare muscle condition define her has become the star of an award-nominated film. 'Charlotte's Story', captured by local filmmaker Kevin Burch, showcases the vital work of East Anglia's Children's Hospices.
College staff receive national recognition at House of Lords
Two Suffolk New College tutors have been recognised for their community work at a prestigious awards ceremony in the House of Lords, earning plaudits for initiatives ranging from arts funding awareness to supporting local charities.
Suffolk veteran nears end of coastal kayak tribute to fallen marine
An Army Air Corps veteran is approaching the final stretch of his year-long challenge to kayak Suffolk's entire coastline, raising more than £2,350 in memory of a local Royal Marine who died last year.
Mum's hospital experience inspires Christmas toy donation drive
A mother whose son spent last Christmas in hospital has spearheaded a campaign that will bring festive cheer to children in Ipswich and Colchester hospitals this year.
'My husband will never see me in my NHS uniform': Grandmother's bittersweet achievement
An Ipswich grandmother who lost her husband to cancer has spoken about achieving her 21-year journey to becoming an occupational therapist, sharing her story of perseverance through personal tragedy.
Award-winning community basketball project breaks down barriers with Ipswich's Roma and Gypsy community
As a six-week basketball initiative at Maple Park concludes, organisers are celebrating success on and off the court. The sessions, led by Sport Sense and supported by Community Praxis and Aspire Basketball, took place between October 1 and November 6.
Farmer Christmas swaps sleigh for tractor in Witnesham school visit
For ten years, Suffolk Rural College lecturer John Attridge has been bringing festive cheer to Witnesham Primary School as Farmer Christmas, creating lasting memories for generations of pupils.
Police officers and store manager honoured for saving grandfather's life at Ipswich supermarket
Two Suffolk Police officers and a Sainsbury's store manager have been awarded Humane Society certificates after their quick-thinking actions saved the life of a 79-year-old grandfather who suffered a heart attack while shopping.
'Beautiful friendship' forms between students and care home residents
A heartwarming partnership between young students and elderly residents at a Framlingham care home is helping break down barriers and create lasting connections across generations.
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Attwells Solicitors
An award-winning local law firm. Attwells is rated as "Excellent" on Review Solicitors and holds an impressive 4.8/5 on Feefo.