Archive
-
Date
Fire crews called to tackle blaze in Norfolk home
Firefighters have tackled a house fire in a Norfolk town. Crews were called to the fire in Driftlands in Fakenham at about 6.30pm on Sunday. A spokesman for Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service said firefighters wore breathing apparatus and used
-
Date
Top floor apartment with 'breathtaking' sea views up for sale
An apartment with "breathtaking" sea views has hit the market for £315,000. The Loft, above Elizabeth House in Hunstanton, is a two-bedroom top-floor apartment overlooking the Norfolk coast. On the corner of Boston Square and Cliff Parade
-
Date
King Charles visits Norfolk church in first appearance since hospital treatment
King Charles visited a Norfolk church in his first public outing since being admitted to hospital. The King attended the Sunday service at St Magdalene Church in Sandringham with Queen Camilla this morning. He smiled and waved to the public
-
Date
Sex offenders and hit-and-run driver among those jailed in Norfolk last week
Sex offenders and a hit-and-run driver were among those jailed in Norfolk's courts last week. Here are some of the criminals put behind bars in the week beginning January 29. Dean Ward Dean Ward has been jailed after describing his depraved
-
Date
Two areas in Norfolk named among best places to spot wildlife in the UK
Two areas in Norfolk have been named among the best places to spot wildlife in the UK. Data, compiled by Milets, showed the number of occurrences of wildlife in each local authority. Coming in at number five on the list was Breckland with
-
Date
'No firm timescale' for when Norfolk town's new Lidl store will open
Supermarket Lidl has yet to announce an opening date for one of its newest Norfolk stores but has won a wrangle about a 'tax' it has to pay as part of the development. The German discount chain was granted permission for the new Harleston store
-
Date
Optician offers 'free fuel' for customers getting an eye test
Customers getting their eyes tested will now be able to charge their cars for free, thanks to a new service by a family optician in Norfolk. The Specs Factory, which is based on Europa Way in Norwich, has added electric vehicle (EV) charging points
-
Date
From hiking to cycling: Winter adventures to enjoy in Norfolk this February
From exploring ancient woods and gardens to indoor activities with a warming lunch, these are some of the best winter adventures to enjoy at National Trust sites in Norfolk this February. 1. Blickling Estate February half-term is a great
-
Date
Release date revealed for new period drama filmed in Norfolk
The release date for a period drama filmed in Norfolk has been revealed. Film crews for new series Mary and George were spotted shooting on Old Hunstanton beach in June. The drama stars Oscar-winning actress Julianne Moore and is inspired
-
Date
Norfolk pool player turns down contract over transgender policy U-turn
A Norfolk pool player has turned down her first professional contract in protest at the "unfairness" of a decision to allow transgender players to compete. Lynne Pinches, from Norwich, was offered a place on the Ultimate Pool Tour - featuring
-
Date
Bid to turn village's former courthouse into home
A former village courthouse could be turned into a home. Janet Lamport has applied to change the use of the building on Stoke Road at Methwold, near Downham Market. A planning statement says the main house was built in the 1800s for a local
-
Date
Work to build Norfolk's newest village primary school gets under way
Work to build Norfolk's newest primary school has begun as a village continues to play catch-up following significant housing growth. Construction work on the new Blofield Primary School is now under way, following a ground-breaking ceremony.
-
Date
Town's 'dream come true' new health centre taking shape
A town's new health centre is taking shape and due to open this summer. The new 'hub' on Nar Ouse Way in King's Lynn is one of four being built by Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System across the region. The group says it will provide
-
Date
7 under-the-radar Norfolk fish and chip shops that deserve recognition
These under-the-radar fish and chip shops in Norfolk deserve award recognition for their tasty take on the classic British dish. 1. Unthank Fish and Chips Where: 131 Unthank Road, Norwich, NR2 2PF This Golden Triangle takeaway is
-
Date
Teen due in court more than three years after Norwich stabbing
A teenager is due to appear in court next month following a stabbing in Norwich which happened more than three years ago. Baz Tofik, 18, has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent. It comes after police were called to an
-
Date
Aggressive brain tumour partially paralyses local musician
Hundreds of people have donated to help a self-employed Norfolk musician who can no longer play guitar due to an aggressive brain tumour. James Robinson, a 46-year-old singer and guitarist from Stoke Holy Cross, had his first tumour removed back
-
Date
Water company ordered to spend millions to get new Norfolk homes built
Water company bosses have been told they must spend millions in upgrading Norfolk sewage works to help get thousands of new homes built in the county. Anglian Water has been ordered by environment secretary Steve Barclay to upgrade wastewater
-
Date
Plans to turn remote disused cattle shed into a home set for refusal over flood risk
Plans to turn a remote disused cattle shed into a home look set to be turned down over flood risk fears. Lyn Garrett applied to convert the building, down a track off Thornham Road at Holme, near Hunstanton. In a supporting statement, her
-
Date
New bakery and cafe setting up shop in 'charming' Norfolk town
A new bakery and cafe is setting up shop in a "charming" Norfolk town. Mabel Bakery is putting the finishing touches to a vacant shop near the clock tower on the Market Place in Downham Market. It posted on social media: "Our search for the
-
Date
Eco reservoir and pumpkin shed plan revealed for farm
A farm hopes to build a wildlife-friendly reservoir and a pumpkin shed to store its crops. Oakley Farms has applied to build both at Oakley House Nurseries at Outwell, between Wisbech and Downham Market. A planning statement says the banks
-
Date
Norfolk business bucks national trend with soaring e-bike sales
A Norfolk bike shop is selling record numbers of e-bikes, bucking the UK trend away from electric models. Paul’s Cycles, an independent retailer based in Dereham, said its electric bike sales had increased by a quarter since October, despite predictions
-
Date
Norfolk death notices: A nonagenarian and air ambulance supporter
The Eastern Daily Press has published 48 death notices in the last 7 days. Every week, the EDP publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death