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Flood warning issued for Norfolk Broads
People living on the Norfolk Broads are being advised to expect flooding as a warning has been issued. The warning is in place for the River Thurne including Hickling Broad for at least the next 24 hours. Forecast high tides at Great Yarmouth
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Victim of fatal crash on A47 identified
A woman who died in a fatal crash on the A47 has been identified following a Norfolk Police appeal. The incident happened on Sunday, November 17 at around 9.55pm. A white Renault Trucks Master van collided with a pedestrian on the A47 in King
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Passenger injured after van and car crash on busy road
A passenger has been injured following a two-vehicle crash on a busy road in King's Lynn. The crash happened at 12.05pm today in Hardwick Road and involved a van and a car. Police, fire and ambulance services all attended the scene and two
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David Hannant: Searching for a hoodoo to cancel out City's bird-based flap
Last week, my column buddy Ian Clarke ruffled a few feathers when he noticed that this season, the Canaries seem to be in a bit of a flap when it comes to facing other birds. It is the most bizarre of coincidences that this term, Oxford United
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Man arrested after incident near north Norfolk farm shop
A man has been arrested after an incident near a farm shop in north Norfolk. It happened just before 2pm on Tuesday near the Groveland Farm Shop in North Walsham Road, Thorpe Market. A member of the public called the police after becoming
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Norfolk market town named one of top places to visit this Christmas
A town in north Norfolk has been named one of the top places to visit in England this Christmas. New research has revealed that searches for 'best market towns in England' have seen a 50pc increase recently, with Holt seeing the third-highest
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Aspiring DJ died on A47 after mental health bed shortage brought him to Norfolk
An aspiring DJ who died on the A47 after absconding from hospital was in Norfolk because there were no mental health beds available nearer to his home, a court has heard. Lee West died on January 20 after he was struck by two vehicles on the A47
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Snow falls across Norfolk ahead of new weather warning
Snow has fallen across Norfolk this afternoon ahead of a new weather warning from the Met Office. People across the county have captured photos of the wintry scenes with more snow forecast for the coming days. It comes amid a new weather warning
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Woman freed from overturned car after village crash
A woman had to be freed from an overturned car following a crash in a village near Attleborough. Police were called just at 9.20pm on Tuesday to Crown Street in Banham after reports a car had overturned. Fire crews from Attleborough and East
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Man admits cannabis production after police raid at home near Norwich
An Albanian national has admitted being involved in a cannabis factory found in a home near Norwich. Ali Tota, 62, had been charged with producing a controlled class B drug and abstracting electricity (an offence which involves dishonestly using
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Weather warning issued across Norfolk amid risk of snow showers
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice across Norfolk. The warning is in place for the vast majority of the county from 4pm this afternoon until 10am tomorrow. With temperatures set to drop to -2C, the forecaster warned
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Man arrested after car hits traffic lights and smashes into house
A man has been arrested after a car smashed its way through a street in Great Yarmouth. The incident happened at 2.30pm on Tuesday in Yarmouth Way when a car knocked over a set of traffic lights before smashing into the front of a house. Police
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Tragedy on Marston Marshes... young father's suicide as he waited for help
A young father who became frustrated with the length of time it took him to receive support for his ADHD and autism took his own life, a court has heard. Aaron Gordon was found face down in water off Marston Lane at Marston Marshes nature reserve
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Norfolk rum shop and bar wins major award
A Norfolk bar, which relocated to a bigger site this summer, was one of the winners at The Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2024. Rusty Krab Rum Shop and Bar in King's Lynn won the 'Retail Entrepreneur of the Year' category for the East of England
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Bishop of Norwich 'deeply concerned' over farming inheritance tax changes
The Bishop of Norwich is "deeply concerned" about the impact of inheritance tax changes on small farmers, and has tabled a string of questions on the controversial issue in the House of Lords. The Rt Revd Graham Usher has asked the Labour government
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More than 600 bombs on the seabed could be exploded off Norfolk coast
More than 600 unexploded Second World War bombs lying on the seabed off the Norfolk coast could be exploded in preparation for the creation of three huge wind farm projects. Energy firm RWE has applied for two licences to investigate a vast area
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Norfolk charity receives King's Award for Voluntary Service
A Norfolk homeless charity has been honoured with a significant award from the King. The Purfleet Trust, based in West Norfolk, has been given the 2024 King's Award for Voluntary Service. The award was established in 2002 and is equivalent
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Two Norfolk roast dinners named among best in UK
Two restaurants in Norfolk have been named as having some of the country's best roast dinners in the prestigious Good Food Guide. The guide, founded in 1951, has become a reputable source of recommendations for British restaurants, pubs, hotels
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New awards recognise excellence in sustainability and education
If your business or organisation has made impressive strides with implementing sustainable initiatives and educating others in this field, then the East Anglia Clean & Green Awards are for you. Now open for entries, both the Educational Trailblazer
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Santa's elves to compete in Olympic-style contest for cancer charity
A charity has announced a festive fundraising event to support young cancer patients. The Youth Cancer Trust, based in Dorset, is staging The Elf Olympics to help spread festive cheer and help teenagers and young adults living with and beyond cancer
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Defendant says he 'never meant to harm' man he caught taking drugs outside his flat
A man accused of murdering a 59-year-old he caught taking drugs outside his flat has said he never meant to cause him any harm. Martin Montgomery, 31, confronted Nigel Mazs and some friends as they were taking drugs in the stairwell of Malakoff
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Last chance to buy tickets for this year's EDP Business Awards
Time is running out to purchase tickets for the EDP Business Awards 2024. The prestigious annual event, sponsored by Barclays Corporate Banking, is returning for its 35th year next Thursday (November 28) at the Norfolk Showground. Tickets
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Norfolk blue light collaboration shortlisted for national award
A partnership between Norfolk's ambulance and fire services has been shortlisted for a national award. The collaboration, which aims to provide faster medical assistance, is in the running for collaboration of the year at the Excellence in Fire
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Fishing museum to host array of Christmas activities
A West Norfolk museum devoted to the local fishing community is launching a Christmas trail and activities. True's Yard Fisherfolk Museum, in North Street, King's Lynn, is launching the Fantastical Christmas Creatures Trail, which will run from
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School's early years provision gets thumbs up from inspectors
The youngest pupils at a school on the edge of Norwich are receiving an "outstanding" education, inspectors have said. Heather Avenue Infant School in Hellesdon, which became an academy seven years ago, welcomed Ofsted last month for its first
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Cadet funding cuts 'stripping away opportunities' for young people
Plans to cut funding for cadet schemes in schools risk "stripping away opportunities" for young people, critics have said. The Labour government's move to cut additional funding for Combined Cadet Forces (CCF) in state schools to save nearly £1m
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Opticians 'defying the odds' celebrates a century of success
Founded in Norwich in 1924, opticians and hearing care provider Cecil Amey is a true independent business celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The fourth-generation family firm now has 13 branches across Norfolk and Suffolk, and has managed
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City Hall leader branded 'dictator' amid overhaul of meeting rules
The leader of City Hall has been branded a "dictator" after overhauling meeting rules for the first time in years. Mike Stonard, leader of Norwich City Council, has come under fire after changing how members are allowed to hold his Labour-run cabinet
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Last chance to have say on controversial farm bid which has sparked 15,000 objections
A bid to create one of the biggest livestock farming sites in Europe that has drawn 15,000 objections is facing its final hurdle before a decision is made. Cranswick's plans to create a chicken and pig megafarm that will spread across the villages
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Travellers say council will have to 'drag them off' cul-de-sac site as tensions rise
Tensions are rising in a Norfolk cul-de-sac after a family of travellers vowed to resist efforts to remove their illegally-pitched caravans from behind a row of houses. Breckland Council has issued an enforcement notice to order the removal of
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Details announced for EDP and Norwich Evening News carol service
Details of one of Norfolk's biggest carol concerts have been announced. The Eastern Daily Press and Norwich Evening News Carol Service will be held on December 17, at Norwich's St Peter Mancroft. The event will raise money for the Nancy Oldfield
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Why you should take urgent action to mouse-proof your home
The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is urging people in the region to be wary of signs of mice in their homes this autumn. Rodent activity is at its peak during the winter months, so the association says it is important to take action now
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Water refill points at Greater Anglia stations upgraded
Water refill points at Greater Anglia rail stations have been upgraded. A total of 23 machines have been refurbished to ensure they are "smart, hygienic, and in working order". Since the installation of the new machines this year, more than
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First Bus East of England employee wins manager of the year award
A head of operations for a bus company has won a national award. Jonathon Hunt, of First Bus East of England, has been named manager of the Year, Large Operator, at the 2024 routeone Awards. The award recognises managers in large organisations
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Winners announced at glittering care awards ceremony
The dedication of Black Swan Care Group staff was celebrated at a glittering awards ceremony. The Black Swan Care Awards, marking the company's 30th anniversary, took place at Dunston Hall Hotel, south of Norwich. More than 250 people attended
