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Three pedestrians hit by car in Norfolk town
A road in a Norfolk town was closed after three people were hit by a car. Emergency services were called to Norwich Road in Attleborough at around 3.47pm on Saturday, July 27, to reports of three pedestrians hit by a car. Paramedics were at
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See inside 'tranquil' £750k woodland cottage with acres of land
A detached three-bedroom cottage with more than an acre of land and paddocks has been listed for sale in north Norfolk. Holmewood House, located within a secluded woodland setting in the village of Hindolveston, is on the market with Fine & Country
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Norwich City extends partnership with Lotus despite ending shirt sponsorship
Norwich City has extended its partnership with Lotus despite the car manufacturer no longer being the club’s shirt sponsor. Lotus was the Canaries' front-of-shirt sponsor for three seasons from 2021, but its principal partnership with the club
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Norfolk Broads activity named in ultimate British bucket list
Bungee jumping, skydiving or scuba diving are on many people's bucket lists but is this Norfolk activity being overlooked? The Times has been ranking its top 27 for an "ultimate British bucket list" with canoeing on the Norfolk Broads making it
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Norfolk spot named one of UK's best for 'almost' wild camping
A Norfolk site has been named one of the best UK spots to go "almost" wild camping. Wild campers ditch developed campsites and pitch up in remote countryside locations. They enjoy feeling at one with nature - but a lot of research and pre-planning
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Norfolk leisure centres to get new life-saving kits after death of local teen
A Norfolk council has committed to rolling out life-saving equipment across its leisure centres after an 18-year-old was stabbed to death. South Norfolk Council has said it will introduce bleed control kits across the facilities under its remit
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In the dock: Criminals sentenced in Norfolk last week
From scammers to drug dealers, here are some of the criminals who were jailed in Norfolk in the week beginning July 22, 2024. Rhys Redfern, 24 Rhys Redfern was jailed on Wednesday (Image: South East Regional Organised Crime Unit) Rhys Redfern
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Latitude 2024: Indie-rock darlings The Vaccines delight crowd with spirited set list
The Vaccines delivered an electrifying performance at this year's Latitude, captivating the audience with their infectious energy and a setlist brimming with indie rock anthems. The 2010s darlings kicked off their act with an energetic belting
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Grandmother to open florist shop in honour of her late father
A grandmother is opening a florist shop to feel more connected to her late father who spent his career working with flowers. Tracey Cunningham, from Cringleford, will open Vintage Rose Flowers on the grounds of the Ketteringham Hall estate later
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Albanian trio face deportation over £200k cannabis discovery on A11
Three Albanian men face jail and potential deportation after £200,000 worth of cannabis was seized on the A11 in Norfolk. Blerim Muca, 30, Renaldo Dyrmishi, 25, and Xhesi Hajdari, 23, were arrested after the huge haul was found when they were stopped
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5 pooches looking for a forever home in Norfolk
Are you looking for a new four-legged friend? Here are five pooches from the Dogs Trust, RSPCA and rescue centres across the region who are looking for a new Norfolk home this week. 1) Gus the greyhound Gus is looking for a new home (Image
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Labour flag banned from Norwich Pride over health secretary trans comments
Organisers of the Norwich Pride march have told members of the city's Labour group they must not display the party's flag at the event this afternoon. Today, thousands of people are set to make the city awash with rainbow colours as the annual
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How will the new parliament impact the rural economy?
Change is in the air, says Arnolds Keys - Irelands Agricultural partner Tom Corfield – but is it good news for the countryside? During the first King’s Speech of the new parliament, King Charles outlined a busy legislative programme including some
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Sheringham Shoal and Dudgeon Community Funds invest in Norfolk
Find out more about how Equinor’s Sheringham Shoal and Dudgeon Community Funds are investing in local communities in Norfolk. Equinor windfarms in Norfolk currently power 710,000 homes in the UK. Whilst its headquarters are in Norway, two of
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Insurance expert expands local business offering
The Norwich branch of insurance broker Howden continues to grow at pace, with the branch team doubling in the last two years. The newest member of the team is Erika Woodhouse, whose focus will be on the local business and commercial community,
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34-year-old who was making plans for the future died days before Christmas
A recovering drug addict had been making plans for the future ahead of his death just days before Christmas. James Foreman, of Dereham, died at his home in Dereham last year on December 20. The day before, the 34-year-old had been seen in
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School where pupils make 'flying start' rated outstanding by Ofsted
A church school where pupils make a "flying start" has been rated as outstanding across the board by Ofsted. Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy in King's Lynn was given the perfect end to the school year after Ofsted gave it the highest
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Future of Norfolk housing estate to be decided 22 miles away after council U-turn
People living in a Norfolk housing estate who face having their homes torn down say a council U-turn has excluded them from the decision-making process. The proposed redevelopment of the Abbey Estate in Thetford, which would take place over 20
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Surprise delivery sees baby girl born in hospital lift
A couple had a surprise when their baby daughter made an unexpected entrance into the world while in a hospital lift. Charley Almey was not expecting the arrival of her second child for another week when she began to experience sudden contractions
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Parish council row over bench leads to 'sectarian' divide between two villages
It is perhaps the quintessential matter for a parish council to resolve... where exactly should a new park bench be sited? But this seemingly simple task has led to an extraordinary falling-out at the authority which covers the two tiny Norfolk
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Derelict village pub set for new lease of life after go-ahead for extension
A village pub which has been boarded up for the best part of a decade is set for a new lease of life. Pints could soon be poured again at the House on the Green, near King's Lynn. West Norfolk council has agreed plans to extend and refurbish
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Farmer joins harvest safety drive to avoid overhead power line accidents
A leading East Anglian farmer is urging staff and contractors to heed warnings about overhead cables as harvest begins. Andrew Francis - managing director of Home Farm, Nacton, near Ipswich - has backed a safety message from electricity infrastructure
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'It'll ruin Burnham Market' - row over bid for new takeaway with alcohol licence
A bid for a "posh" new fish takeaway with an alcohol licence isn't exactly going down swimmingly with the locals in Chelsea-on-Sea. Gurneys Grocer has applied for a new premises licence for a former cafe on the Market Place at Burnham Market.
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Does this tiny rural hamlet have too many campsites?
Plans for a 10-acre holiday park in a rural enclave are back on the agenda, backed by claims the development is needed. Previous proposals for the site off the B1454 at Barwick, a tiny hamlet between Docking and Fakenham, were turned down last
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Chill-out DJ set and laser light show at upcoming outdoor event
Preparations are under way for an upcoming outdoor party, Classic Ibiza, to be held in Norfolk. The event organisers have released information for people going to ensure a hassle-free evening of dancing and music. This includes telling party-goers
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Norfolk Day photo contest showcases community spirit
A photo competition run as part of Norfolk Day festivities celebrates the incredible, largely unseen work of community groups and charities. Norfolk Community Foundation hosted the contest, receiving more than 300 photos detailing the variety of
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Sheep introduced to Castle Mound for eco-friendly land management
Sheep have been reintroduced to council land for grazing and conservation purposes. Thetford Town Council recently welcomed the return of sheep to publicly-owned land around Castle Mound. A group of 14 sheep has been set to graze as part of