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5 public notices to be aware of in Norfolk this week
Here are five public notices to be aware of in Norfolk this week. 1. Electrical substation near A47 An application and environmental statement has been submitted to South Norfolk Council for the construction of a new energy plant in Swardeston
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Hewett claims Wimbledon wheelchair singles and doubles crowns
Alfie Hewett admitted he believed his Wimbledon singles victory was written in the stars, as he finally sealed an historic career Slam on home soil. Hewett earned his first All England Club wheelchair singles title with a 6-2 6-3 victory over Martin
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'What we have got is good options at the top end of the pitch now' - Linnets boss
Adam Lakeland is happy to have sorted the bulk of King’s Lynn Town’s changes in personnel ahead of pre-season. Lakeland had seven of his eight new signings in the building before a ball had been kicked, with striker Gold Omotayo coming in on the
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Crash on busy town roundabout causes long delays
A crash on a busy town roundabout was causing long delays for drivers as traffic began to build. The crash, involving two cars and a van, happened on the A146 George Westwood Way roundabout in Beccles just after 10am. Suffolk police attended
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Crash on A47 blackspot causes gridlocked traffic
A crash on a notorious A47 blackspot was causing long delays for drivers. The collision happened on the Acle Straight near the Werryman's Way junction near Great Yarmouth. Gridlock traffic built in both directions from the site of the crash
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All you need to know ahead of Classic Ibiza at the Blickling Estate
From set times to travel, here is all you need to know ahead of Classic Ibiza 2024 at the Blickling Estate in Norfolk. When does Classic Ibiza 2024 at Blickling take place? Classic Ibiza will take place at Blickling on Saturday, August 3 2024
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Parts of A47 close AGAIN for seven weeks to battle flooding
Motorists are facing seven weeks of disruption in the latest set of A47 closures. Lanes will be closed overnight on the stretch of road in Honingham - adding delays for drivers travelling between Norwich and Dereham. The roadworks will see
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Liz Truss blames Sunak trashing her reputation as reason for Tory defeat
Liz Truss has claimed Rishi Sunak’s decision to “trash my reputation” contributed to the scale of the Conservatives’ defeat at the General Election. The former prime minister and also said her successor, Mr Sunak, had abandoned “conservative principles
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Norfolk campsite ruled 'unlawful' after long-running planning wrangle
A campsite owner is heading for another legal battle after a council refused to acknowledge his business is lawful. Nigel Marsh applied to West Norfolk Council for a lawful development certificate after a lengthy wrangle over his site off the South
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Fate of town's remarkable 120-year-old building to become clearer
Community groups are to be invited to help decide the fate of a 120-year-old library building which is due to be closed. The Gothic-style Carnegie Building in King's Lynn faces an uncertain future because of Norfolk County Council proposals.
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Two 50-foot abnormal loads to cause delays
Two 59-tonne abnormal loads are set to disrupt drivers in Norfolk in the coming days. Police are escorting the 50-foot-long vehicles holding cable drums as they travel on busy roads. The loads are being moved from a site in The Street in Oulton
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Work starts on 23 new houses at former home of Norwich's 'butterfly lady'
Work has started to turn the former home of Norwich's 'butterfly lady' into new houses. Demolition work has begun at Eaton Grange House, in Upton Road, where 23 homes will be created. Eaton Grange House, in Upton Road (Image: William Grimmer
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Hundreds of trees planted to 'secure future' of Norfolk wildlife park
Hundreds of native trees have been planted to replace those lost due to storm damage in a Norfolk park. A team at the National Trust’s Sheringham Park have planted more than 600 trees as part of a huge conservation program. Climate change warnings
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The Princess Royal to return to public duties with visits in Norfolk
The Princess Royal is making special visits to the Norfolk coast and city next week. Princess Anne will be attending Brancaster Station in north Norfolk on Thursday, July 18 as the Royal Patron of the National Coastwatch Institution. On the
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Family's tribute to 'sunny-natured' woman after her death, aged 29
The family of a 29-year-old who took her own life when her mental health rapidly deteriorated has paid a heartfelt tribute to the “sunny-natured” woman. Holly Glasson died when she jumped from a multi-storey car park in Norwich on June 3 last
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Teacher receives national recognition for her work in Norfolk school
A bookworm teacher whose love of reading is catching on at her school has landed a top national prize. Charlotte Squirrell, who teaches Year 5 and 6 at Moorlands Primary Academy in Belton, has been recognised for promoting reading among her pupils
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Norfolk man to stand trial later this year over woman's murder
The trial of a man accused of murdering a woman in a Norfolk town has been moved and will now take place later this year. Adam Barnard, 40, had been due to stand trial for the murder of Tara Kershaw, 33, later this month but the case will now
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Council branded 'fun sponge' after bulldozing children's bike trail
A Norfolk council has been branded a "fun sponge" after flattening an unauthorised woodland bike trail. Locals have expressed fury after South Norfolk Council sent in diggers to level out the ground in Poringland Wood over environmental and safety
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Thousands enjoy spectacular Norwich Lord Mayor's Weekend
Fun, spectacular - and the greenest yet! Norwich Lord Mayor's Weekend is proving to be a truly amazing event, with thousands of people turning out to enjoy an array of delights. The weekend's free two-day extravaganza began on Saturday at 12pm
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Watlington's young actors prepare for 'Beauty and the Beast' production
Young thespians take on Disney classic to support the Riding for the Disabled charity. Watlington's budding actors have commenced rehearsals for a production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Taking on the favourite story 13 years after a performance
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Nostalgic journey told through tennis club's centenary anniversary book
Blofield Tennis Club has released a commemorative booklet marking a century of community service. The vibrant, illustrated souvenir relays the club's intriguing journey, featuring vintage photographs and reminiscences from long-standing members
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Norfolk runners to honour former firefighter with tribute at Lords
Norfolk runners will journey to Lords next month for a special tribute to a former firefighter and amateur cricketer, who died from bone marrow cancer. George Rudd's family, school friends, and ex-teammates are organising the tribute, with the