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Group saved after becoming stranded on island off Norfolk coast
A hovercraft was sent to rescue a group that became stranded on an island off the north Norfolk coast. The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) Brancaster's watchkeepers, Ralph and Mike, spotted five people stuck on Scolt Head Island on Saturday
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Seeking village solace to stave off winter of discontent
I see and hear the queue getting longer by the hour for those determined to make it a good old winter of discontent just as November beckons and it really does get late earlier. “Black Hole Budget” blues, American election alarms, seemingly endless
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5 public notices in Norfolk to be aware of this week
From Jarrolds to Anglian Water, here are five public notices to be aware of in Norfolk this week. 1. Heigham Street roadworks Drivers may face delays during the work (Image: Google maps) Norfolk County Council's Highway Authority has announced
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Ten fire crews called to major fire at Norfolk industrial estate
Fire crews spent more than ten hours battling a huge blaze that broke out at the Loddon industrial estate in the early hours of Sunday October 27. Witnesses reported seeing flames and large plumes of smoke emerging from a derelict building in Little
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7 black cats looking for forever homes this Halloween
Black cats have long been associated with Halloween, but did you know that in British folklore they traditionally symbolised good luck? Despite this, black moggies still take much longer to rehome than their more colourful counterparts. Rehoming
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PICTURES: Aftermath of devastating Loddon fire
A derelict commercial building has been destroyed by a huge fire which broke out overnight, as new pictures have revealed the extent of the devastation. Firefighters were called to to the Loddon industrial estate in Little Money Road at about
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Could landmark hotel besides main gateway to Norfolk be turned into flats?
A landmark hotel on one of the main gateways to Norfolk looks set to be turned into flats. Proposals to turn a motel block alongside the Elme Hall Hotel, at Wisbech, into a house of multiple occupation were agreed in 2022. Now West Norfolk
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Revealed: Council made nearly £500k from delays to work on roads
Norfolk County Council netted nearly half a million pounds from work on Norfolk's roads last year, after slapping fines on companies for getting behind schedule. It also earned almost £400k through charging companies for other breaches of permit
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Go-ahead for 19 new homes on former gas depot
Nineteen new homes are set to be built on the site of a former gas depot. Fenland council has agreed proposals to develop the disused site near the centre of Wisbech. Developer Achi-tekt Partnership applied to build two-storey, three-bed properties
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Norfolk Sunday roast named one of UK's best
A restaurant in north Norfolk has been named as having one of the best Sunday roasts in the UK. The Telegraph has included Morston Hall in its guide of 20 of the best places in the UK to get a roast dinner. Owned by celebrity chef Galton Blackiston
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7 major Norfolk events happening in November
These are some of the biggest and best events happening in Norfolk in November, including a three-day Christmas market. Blakeney House, which holds 2 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence, is one of the Norfolk Restaurant Week venues (Image: Blakeney
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Crop trials will show farmers how wheat varieties get onto 'Recommended Lists'
Farmers have been invited to "follow the journey" of how crop varieties make it onto the industry's Recommended Lists (RL) at a new trial in west Norfolk. The AHDB (Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board) will showcase how decisions are
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Glamping plans revealed for 'secret garden' caravan and campsite
Plans have been revealed for glamping pods at a caravan and camping site. The Secret Garden has applied to add seven pods to its rural park off Mile Tree Lane, on the outskirts of Wisbech. It says in a planning statement: "The Secret Garden
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Norfolk plumber wins £90k on hit BBC show with Robbie Williams
A Norfolk woman has won £90,000 after appearing on a hit BBC One show. Livvi, a plumber from Downham Market, was on Michael McIntyre's The Wheel on Saturday which also had celebrity guests including Laura Whitmore, Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo
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'Secret' parcels of land being bought by council for undisclosed sum
A council is looking to purchase parcels of land and property in Norfolk's biggest town as part of major regeneration projects. West Norfolk Council members have agreed to pursue the land grab in King's Lynn for undisclosed sums. The locations
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Plans for eight new homes by busy road turned down
Plans for eight new homes beside a busy road have been turned down. Developers named in planning papers as Mr and Mrs Rout applied to demolish a bungalow and construct eight new properties off the main A1101 Elm High Road, at Wisbech. Earlier
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Huge fire breaks out on industrial estate
Firefighters are currently tackling a large blaze that broke out in a Norfolk industrial estate. Crews from across the county were called to the Loddon industrial estate at about 1.25am on Sunday. On arrival firefighters found a derelict
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New light shed on 'extraordinary' Bronze Age burial mound in Thetford Forest
New studies of a burial mound on the border of Norfolk and Suffolk have shed fresh light on a monument constructed more than 3,000 years ago. Archaeologists recently completed new studies of the Bronze Age bell barrow at White Hill, near Brandon
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Abandoned Norfolk church set for restoration
Tucked away among the trees, a rare church dating back to Norman times is showing its age and a lack of loving care. Now a charity which adopts "friendless" places of worship is set to return it to its former glory after adopting it. Friends
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Cyclists furious over £1m hospital roundabout revamp
The £1m revamp of a roundabout close to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) will sever a key route for cyclists, according to angry campaigners. Six months of work on the roundabout, at the junction of the NNUH's access road and
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Coastal town revives plan for affordable houses, new library and updated bus station
Plans to bring 24 affordable home to a coastal town, along with a new library and a revamped bus station, have been rebooted after a previous bid was withdrawn. West Norfolk Council (WNC) is hoping to deliver the project in Hunstanton at the bus
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'Ineffective' groynes removed from popular Norfolk beach
Groynes which no longer help prevent erosion are being partially removed from a popular Norfolk beach. Contractors have started taking down some of the concrete structures at Hunstanton when they become exposed by the tides. It comes after
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Dealership unveils new state-of-the-art showroom... to include virtual tours!
A Norwich car dealership has unveiled plans for a new state-of-the-art showroom where customers will be able to take virtual tours. Holden Kia's showroom in Barker Street is set to undergo a major revamp, with work set to begin next month.
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City journalist releases new book exploring the 'dark side' of Jane Austen’s world
A new book exploring the darker side of Jane Austen's world is set to hit the shelves. Norwich-based journalist Angela Youngman has released The Dark Side of Jane Austen’s World, showcasing the grim realities behind the Regency period depicted
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High school pupils wear red for a day to tackle racism
Students joined together at a west Norfolk high school in support of a national anti-racism initiative. Smithdon High School in Hunstanton participated in Show Racism the Red Card earlier this month. The event saw all year groups wearing red