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This week in Ipswich: A helping hand that has served the Ipswich community for 14 years is set to close within weeks, with fears the closure will have severe implications for thousands who rely on it for the essentials of life. Last Wednesday, the Ipswich Foodbarn, located in Darling St, issued a statement that it […]

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    This week in Ipswich: A helping hand that has served the Ipswich community for 14 years is set to close within weeks, with fears the…

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