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Farm minister says environment incentives could be capped to maintain food production
Defra's farming minister hinted that the government is considering capping the amount of environmental incentives which farmers can claim - in order to ensure they keep growing food. Mark Spencer was speaking at the Norfolk Farming Conference,
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Norfolk police operation to take down street gang features in new TV documentary
A police investigation to take down a machete-wielding county lines gang which flooded Norwich with drugs has featured on a new TV show. The documentary, Police: Suspect No 1, follows the dramatic story of Operation Hobble, which dismantled the
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Opening date revealed for landmark seafront hotel following renovation
The reopening date for a landmark seaside hotel has been revealed as concept pictures show off its new look. The Golden Lion Hotel in Hunstanton has undergone extensive refurbishment inside and out with the addition of a new glass and timber conservatory
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Mercedes seized by police after being driven at high speed
Police seized a car in a south Norfolk town centre at the weekend. Officers on a Friday evening patrol in Diss spotted a silver Mercedes driving at high speed. They pulled the driver over and carried out checks which revealed they were
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Award-winning doggy day care moves into HUGE new home
An award-winning doggy day care centre has moved into a site six times bigger than its previous home. Pooch's Yard in Thetford opened in 2017 and has steadily expanded into new canine-based ventures. It opened its dog boutique, which sells
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King Charles heads back to Norfolk after starting cancer treatment
King Charles has left London and is back in Norfolk to recuperate after starting his cancer treatment. The monarch was driven away from Clarence House this afternoon, the first time he had been seen in public since his diagnosis was announced on
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Former hospital bosses suing Norfolk police for £16m over failed prosecution
The former bosses of a controversial psychiatric hospital are suing Norfolk Constabulary for more than £16m following a failed fraud prosecution. Andrew Breeze and Dominic Wilson were in charge of the now-closed Cawston Park when they were arrested
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Drink driver was ‘just using headlights to find lost cat’
A man caught drunk driving on Christmas Day claimed to have been using his car’s headlights to try to find his lost cat. Peter Champ, 43, was found to be more than three times over the drink drive limit after being arrested following a crash on
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Car crashes into pedestrian crossing near Norwich
There were delays in the Costessey area after a car crashed into a pedestrian crossing. Police were called to the scene at 1.55pm today following reports of a collision involving a Renault Clio. The crash happened in Longwater Lane at the Dereham
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5 public information notices in Norfolk to be aware of this week
From a dog exercise field to a new bridge, organisations across Norfolk have posted dozens of public notices over the last week. Here are five you should be aware of this week and the next. 1. Dental practice expansion Andrew Brown Dental
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Driver of suspicious vehicle still at large after huge police operation
The driver of a suspicious vehicle is still on the run following a large police operation. Officers were sent to the A143 in south Norfolk around 8:30pm on Monday after receiving intelligence that a suspicious vehicle was travelling along the
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New bridal shop launches in Norfolk after pandemic project success
An experienced seamstress and tailor has opened a new bridal shop following the success of her pandemic project. Evie Riddell, 28, launched Naya Bridal in Coltishall earlier this month after her busiest period yet since launching her brand three
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Man spared jail over thousands of indecent images of children on seven devices
A man has avoided being sent to jail over the discovery of more than 2,500 indecent images and videos of young children on seven different devices. George Otty, 62, was told he was being spared an immediate prison and given a suspended sentence
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5 of the sweetest old pets searching for retirement homes
One of the region's largest animal sanctuaries is desperately seeking adoptees for their senior pets. PACT, based in Hingham, houses a range of wonderful animals including cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds and ferrets. Some of the older
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Strictly and Coronation Street star announced for Norwich show
A Strictly Come Dancing and Coronation Street star will come to Norwich during her stage acting debut this summer. Ellie Leach, who became the youngest Strictly champion in December, has been announced as the latest cast member of Cluedo 2.
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7 of the highest-paying jobs in Norfolk right now
Looking for a career switch? There is no time like the present. Here are some of the best-paid jobs in Norfolk right now, according to job listing websites such as jobs24. 1. Residential Care Complex General Manager Location: Dereham
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Uproar over village dog breeder leads to petitions and 'NIMBY' accusations
They may be known as a man's best friend. But the prospect of more than a dozen dogs being housed and used for breeding at a residential home has led to a bitter row among neighbours that involved petitions and a war of words between supporters
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Victim of A47 crash named as inquest opens
A man who died in a three-vehicle crash on the A47 near King's Lynn two weeks before Christmas has been named. Steven Williams died after he was involved in a crash between two cars and a van on December 11. The incident happened on the A47
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Norwich Lanes cafe launches limited edition pancake menu
A cafe in the Norwich Lanes is offering a huge new menu to celebrate Pancake Day. Slice + Dice, a game board cafe in St Benedicts Street, has created 11 new options that will be available on February 13. The menu features "decadent" sweet
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'Terrible blow for the city' - reaction as Anglia Square revamp is scrapped
The decision by the developers of Anglia Square to pull out of the £300m revamp is a "terrible blow" for Norwich, the city council's leader has said. Developers Weston Homes announced a string of factors, including delays, inflation, rising costs
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Norfolk council making £52m of cuts hands out up to £10,000... to help new fathers
A Norfolk council about to make £52m worth of cuts has just launched a new scheme offering grants of up to £10,000 to look after the wellbeing of new fathers. The Norfolk County Council project has been welcomed by campaigners who say some parents
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Which Royals are we likely to see in Norfolk after King's shock diagnosis?
King Charles III seemed upbeat as he strolled to church at Sandringham on Sunday with Queen Camilla by his side, giving well-wishers a cheery wave. Yet little over 24 hours later, days after successful surgery for a benign prostate condition, the
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'Beyond our wildest dreams' - Restaurant celebrates 25 years with Michelin star
A fine dining restaurant in Norfolk has never been one to rest on its laurels as it secures a Michelin star for a landmark 25th year. Morston Hall, near Blakeney, once again secured the accolade at the Michelin Guide Ceremony for Great Britain
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£300m Anglia Square revamp SCRAPPED as developers dramatically pull out
The £300m revamp of Norwich's Anglia Square has been suddenly scrapped after its developers pulled out of the major scheme. Weston Homes said it had been forced to cancel the shopping centre redevelopment, which would have seen up to 1,100 new
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Hunt for Volkswagen after road rage assault
Police are searching for a damaged red Volkswagen after its driver seriously assaulted a man following a car crash in north Norfolk. An appeal has been issued for local garages and workshops that may have had the car in for repairs. It is described
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Thousands of people in Norfolk to get £299 cost of living payment
Households across the county with lower incomes will start to receive a £299 cost of living payment from today. Payments will be made to homes in Norfolk by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) between February 6 and 22. It is the third
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Norfolk man found guilty over London Armistice Day protests
A Norfolk man has been found guilty after being arrested during the Armistice Day protests in London. Ethan Stapely, 23, was one of seven people charged following the controversial pro-Palestinian demonstration and counter-protest by right-wing
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Norfolk nature reserve named among best places to see UK's winter wildlife
A north Norfolk site has been named one of the UK's "most glorious coastal nature reserves to spot fantastic winter wildlife". The Cley and Salthouse Marshes, near Sheringham, were included in a recent ranking by The Times. The publication
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Major road to close for £70,000 works
Part of a major road will be closed next week to allow essential roadworks to take place. The A140 at Dickleburgh will be closed at the Dickleburgh Road junction on February 15 and February 16 between 8pm and 6am for resurfacing work. An official
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Celebrating the man who dragged Norwich into the 20th century
There are certain people from history whose names and photographs pop up from time to time…but they rarely make the headlines. Talented people who do important work behind the scenes while others tend to take pride of place, shake hands and smile
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Tests carried out on community centre amid fears it contains 'crumbling concrete'
A community centre is being surveyed to check whether it contains the same aerated concrete as a nearby hospital with a crumbling roof. Hunstanton Town Council (HTC) has commissioned checks on the building, on Avenue Road, after forming a new group
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Hollywood A-lister gives backing to Norwich knife crime campaign
As a dedicated, on-screen police officer detective chief inspector John Luther made a career of bringing criminals to justice. But for Idris Elba, who played the popular TV detective, it is something of a case of life imitating art as the actor
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Probe into serious attack outside Norwich pub closed, police confirm
An investigation has been closed 18 months after a serious assault outside a Norwich pub, police have confirmed. A 20-year-old man was taken to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital after he was attacked outside the Compleat Angler pub in
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Former partner's plea after man's death on Mousehold
The former partner of a Norwich chef who took his own life is calling on schools to introduce more education about drug abuse and its impact on mental health. Katarzyna Wlasniewska spoke out after the death of 34-year-old Mariusz Karas, whose
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Heart surgeries at N&N live streamed to hundreds of people
Heart operations carried out at Norfolk's largest hospital have been broadcast and watched live by hundreds of people. Four cardiologists from the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital were live-streamed during a series of operations as part
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REVEALED: Councillor's extraordinary nine-year feud with officials
Norfolk's most cantankerous council has been hit by yet more rancour after it emerged one of its elected members has been engaged in an extraordinary nine-year feud with its own officials. Simon Nash sent hundreds of emails to staff at West Norfolk
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Town running out of school places gets boost to stop 40-mile bus trips for students
Council bosses are to hand an academy £400,000 to build extra classrooms, so Norfolk children are not forced to face daily 40-mile bus trips to school. Norfolk County Council has agreed to provide a grant because a lack of spaces at Downham Market
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Town's only football club could get first home after 30-year wait
For the past three decades, a coastal football team has been moved "from pillar to post" without having a place to call its own. But now Cromer Youth Football Club could get its first permanent home after councillors agreed to investigate a potential
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Teachers gear up for major design and technology event at UEA
Design and technology (D&T) teachers across the UK will gather at the University of East Anglia (UEA) for a conference. The purpose of the July 12 event is to 'invigorate' D&T teaching with a packed programme. Specifically designed
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Thetford budget underspend leads to £25,000 community grant
Community groups and charities in Thetford have been invited to apply for a share of £25,000 worth of funding made available by Thetford Town Council. This comes as a result of a budget underspend and will be allocated through a Participatory Budgeting