Suffolk's leading business organisation has urged the government to get on with reforming local councils - and to use the process to boost investment.
The biggest council shake-up since 1974 is being planned with existing authorities being scrapped and a new mayor covering Suffolk and Norfolk.
News that Marks and Spencer is to build a new superstore on the Toys R Us site at Copdock while staying in Ipswich town centre has been widely welcomed.
Paul Geater has recalled his experience interviewing John Prescott in Ipswich during the 2001 general election campaign.
Marks and Spencer is to build a new store on the Toys R Us site at Copdock - but will retain a shop in Ipswich town centre in a multimillion deal.
In his opinion column this week, Paul Geater discusses Suffolk County Council's decision to cancel plans for a new high school in Ipswich.
Plans to create a major visitor attraction to show of St Edmundsbury Abbey beside Suffolk's cathedral have taken a step forward on St Edmund's Day.
Latest punctuality and reliability figures from the rail industry shows Greater Anglia remains at the top of the league with services in Suffolk and Essex.
Discount stores Aldi and Lidl have launched a tasty new battle in Ipswich as they try to bring in the most dough in the run-up to Christmas.
Tributes have flowed in for former EADT business editor Duncan Brodie who has died suddenly at his Suffolk home at the age of 65.
