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Sarah's peppers steal the show in Norfolk's fourth Come Dine With Me episode
It was Sarah's turn to host in tonight's Come Dine With Me. The Channel Four show - which is airing episodes filmed in Norfolk every night this week - follows a group of five people as they battle to be crowned the best dinner party host. Mobile
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Busy road on outskirts of city closed after crash
A busy road on the outskirts of the city has been closed following a crash. Police and fire services were called to North Walsham Road in Sprowston just before 5pm. Fire crews from Sprowston and Earlham made the scene safe and released the
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Young Reporter Felixstowe Seafront Gardens Emily Lowther SJLHS
Felixstowe Seafront Gardens Along Felixstowe’s seafront there are lively amusements, plenty of Ice cream stalls and the modern Felixstowe Pier, which was reopened after its £3 million regeneration in October 2017. But set back from the sand, Felixstowe
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Two Norfolk country pubs shortlisted in 'rural Oscars'
Two country pubs in Norfolk are among the regional finalists in an awards scheme known as the "rural Oscars". The Countryside Alliance Awards have whittled down thousands of nominations to a shortlist of just five of the East of England's best
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Seaside pub reopening with 'fresh new look' after £465k refurbishment
A much-loved pub on the seafront is due to reopen with a "fresh new look" after undergoing nearly £500,000 in refurbishments. The Lobster in Sheringham closed late last month after the former landlord of 22 years, Graham Deans, rang the bell for
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Family launch sweet treat pop-up van selling doughnut boxes and milkshakes
A new sweet treat pop-up van has started taking bookings for events across Norfolk and Suffolk. Dough-Hut is a new venture by the Buckland family who live in Hopton-on-Sea between Gorleston and Lowestoft. It will be selling milkshakes, sugared
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Toxicology evidence gathered following death of cyclist near hospital
The inquest of a cyclist who was killed in a crash on the outskirts of Norwich has been adjourned for a further three months. Edward Cooke was cycling along the B1108 Watton Road at Colney, near to the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital, when he was
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FOUR Norfolk bookshops reach finals for major national award
Four Norfolk bookshops, including two in Norwich, have reached the finals for a major national award. The regional finalists have been revealed for the independent bookshop of the year category at The British Book Awards 2024. In the East of
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Pub up for auction after sitting empty for more than a year
A village pub that has been closed since January 2023 is up for auction. The Windmill, in Necton near Swaffham, will be auctioned at a guide price of £300,000 to £350,000 on March 20, 2024. The venue was the last remaining pub in the village
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Flooding to get worse as heavy rain hits Norfolk
The Environment Agency has reissued many of Norfolk's flood alerts and warnings as heavy rain batters the county. Two areas have been placed on a red warning and people are advised to "act now" along the River Nar at Narborough, Marham, Wormegay
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Pub rolls back the clock to 1970s with retro menu
A pub will be rolling back the clock on its menu to celebrate a hallmark anniversary this March. The Orange Tree in Thornham is recreating some of the dishes from its original 1974 menu with a one-day-only event which will see old favourites such
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'An air of complete unreality'... eco-activist loses A47 case in humiliating fashion
A climate activist has lost his latest legal bid to block three major A47 improvement projects, with judges saying his case has 'no logical basis' - but is threatening yet another court challenge. Dr Andrew Boswell had his case against the safety
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New car parking charges to come in at one of Norfolk's biggest country parks
New car parking charges are to come into force at one of Norfolk's biggest country parks as part of a council's efforts to balance the books and make nearly £1m in savings. The changes at Holt Country Park will see visitors having to pay an extra
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Victorian country house with commercial potential for sale at £1.195m
A former Victorian rectory with eight bedrooms and almost 1.5 acres of land is up for sale in Upton, near Acle, for £1.195 million. Selling agent Bycrofts said Cranleigh House offers “the opportunity of various commercial uses alongside its charm
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Hertfordshire Zoo wins Experience of the Year at tourism awards
Hertfordshire Zoo has been named the winner of the Experience of the Year award at the East of England Tourism Awards 2023-2024. The award recognises providers of memorable and immersive activities for visitors to participate in. Set in 30
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Elderly victim forced to withdraw £4,000 by scammers pretending to be police
Elderly people in Norfolk are being targeted by scammers who are pretending to be police officers. Police have urged locals to remain vigilant after two people were encouraged to withdraw large amounts of money from their bank by fraudsters over
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Tribute paid following death of long-serving councillor
A long-serving councillor who played a pivotal part in protecting Norfolk's coastline has died. The death of Peter Moore, who served as a district and county councillor for North Walsham for nearly two decades, was announced at a North Norfolk
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Warning after tonnes of rock fall from famous cliffs
People are being warned to stay away from the base of Norfolk's famous "candy cliffs" after tonnes of rock plunged onto the beach below without warning. Locals have reported a number of rock falls at Hunstanton in recent weeks. Sections of
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Norfolk's longest-serving council leader to stand down after receiving life peerage
Norfolk's longest-serving council leader will stand down after receiving a life peerage from the prime minister. John Fuller, Conservative leader of South Norfolk Council, has confirmed he will not be putting himself forward for re-election in
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Girl left with life-threatening injuries after crash with bin lorry
A teenage girl has been left with life-threatening injuries after a crash. Officers were called to a crash yesterday at 3.01pm between a red Mini One and a White Scania bin lorry. The crash happened on the B1112 Station Road at the junction
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Accessible bespoke property with sauna and annexe for sale
A bespoke, architecturally designed property boasting almost 4,500 sq ft of accommodation has come up for sale in Hingham, near Wymondham, at a guide price of £1.5 million. READ MORE: See inside this £1.1m barn conversion in Tittleshall Offered
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Tornado warning for Norfolk as strong winds set to hit
A tornado warning is in place for Norfolk as strong winds are set to batter the county. The Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (Torro) has issued a severe weather forecast and warned that isolated tornadoes may hit Norfolk. Torro warned
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Disruption expected during major 11-week project in coastal town
An 11-week project that will see lane closures in Great Yarmouth is set to get under way next month. A new bus stop lay-by is being constructed on the eastern side of Acle New Road, between the station access road and the Vauxhall roundabout,
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Man in court charged with causing teenager's death by dangerous driving
A 21-year-old man has appeared in court charged with causing the death of a woman by dangerous driving and injuring another. Teegan Brabant, of Litcham Road, Mileham, near King's Lynn, was behind the wheel of a Ford Fiesta when it ploughed into
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How to get financial advice during divorce proceedings
Divorce proceedings can not only be emotionally devastating, but financially hazardous. Seeking professional financial advice on how to divide assets, money and belongings can help to safeguard your future, while simplifying a complicated process during
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Driver in crash which killed minibreakers was seen veering across the road
One of the drivers in a head-on crash in which two people were killed was seen repeatedly veering across the road moments before the collision. John Louden and Pauline Ward died after the accident on the A143 at Belton, near Gorleston, on May 5
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Norwich initiative uses research collaboration to solve global challenges
A new initiative being run by Anglia Innovation Partnership, the science park management organisation at Norwich Research Park, is looking to bring together researchers and industry representatives for inter-disciplinary collaborations that could result
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Homeware store with café inside launching at shopping village
A pop-up homeware and design store will bring a splash of colour to a shopping village near the Norfolk coast. Kelling Home & Friends will launch in the former café and food hall space at historic Creake Abbey in North Creake on March 23 2024.
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Injured 76-year-old woman left trapped by floods after fall
A 76-year-old woman was left stranded after falling in her flooded home in the Norfolk Broads. An ambulance, an ambulance officer vehicle, an advanced paramedic car and the Hazardous Area Response Team were called to Potter Heigham at 10.15pm on
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Norfolk eco stay receives Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award
Mill Farm Eco Barns, which offers environmentally conscious self-catering stays in Winterton-on-Sea, Norfolk, has been named winner of the Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award, sponsored by Swiss Camplings, at the East of England Tourism
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Buses diverted as village road closed after building damaged
Bus routes have been diverted as a village road is closed after part of a house collapsed into the road. According to Sanders Coaches, the B1110 is closed at Thornage "due to a damaged building". Police, North Norfolk District Council, National
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Hour-by-hour forecast as torrential rain and strong wind to hit Norfolk today
Heavy downpours and strong winds are expected to batter the county today. A yellow weather warning for strong winds has been issued for Norfolk by the Met Office and is in place between 8am to 6pm today (February 22). The weather warning for
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'Significant improvements' see hospital's maternity team put struggles behind them
"Significant improvements" in maternity services at Norfolk's biggest hospital have been hailed by care inspectors as it continues to put past struggles behind it. In recent years, the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital had struggled with
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Tories accused of 'cheap and divisive' tactics amid Western Link row
Critics of the Norwich Western Link have condemned "cheap" tactics as councillors are urged to pledge their support for the scheme. The divisive road link between the Northern Distributor Road and the A47, west of Norwich, has come back into the
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Taxi driver denies false imprisonment and sexual assaults of three women
A Norwich taxi driver has denied a series of sexual assaults on three different women over a single weekend. Alexandru Tapurin, 35, faces five separate charges including an allegation involving the false imprisonment of one of the women.
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Parents say 'only a matter of time' before child is killed on village road
Parents in a Norfolk village have said it is "only a matter of time" before a child is hurt or killed on a busy road. Campaigners are calling for the installation of a pedestrian crossing in Norwich Road, Brooke, amid safety fears for local children
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‘Predatory’ police officer sent explicit pictures to female colleagues over 12 YEARS
A “predatory” police officer has been sacked for sending explicit pictures and sexual comments to female colleagues over a period of 12 years. Temporary detective sergeant Thomas Harvey, who worked in a role investigating serious sexual offences
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Webber-Kane on Southern Area title trail
Great Yarmouth boxer Mikie Webber-Kane says he is in top-top condition as he attempts to win the first major title of his career. The 25-year-old heads to York Hall, the home of British boxing, on Saturday looking to claim the vacant Southern Area
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'Unfair' burial rules to change after graveyard row
A council's "unfair" graveyard policies are to change after a family was forced to pay 'out-of-towner' rates to bury a relative who had lived in the parish almost all her life. Wymondham Town Council is to make it easier for people to prove the
