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The Norfolk streets that won the Postcode Lottery in July
Were you one of the lucky winners in last month's Postcode Lottery? Norfolk's lucky streak has slowed with just four winners this month - down from 11 in June. There are 20 draws each month and the winning postcodes are then announced on a
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Tribute paid to 'kind and thoughtful' 18-year-old who died while kayaking
The family of an 18-year-old who died while kayaking has shared a heartbreaking tribute. Cory Chilvers died on Sunday after his kayak capsized in Wiggenhall St German near King's Lynn. His family described him as "kind, loving and funny" and
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Renovated townhouse in King’s Lynn for sale at £249,995
An attractive two-bedroom townhouse in the centre of King’s Lynn is for sale at an asking price of £249,995. Available with no onward chain, the characterful home is situated on a quiet lane in the town’s historic quarter. The property underwent
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Vintage & Collectors Market with 60 stalls coming to town's High Street
Discover hidden treasures at the Vintage & Collectors Market in a Norfolk town this summer. The event is back in Stalham on Sunday, August 18 2024 from 10am to 4pm and it will take place along the High Street, which will be closed to traffic, and
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City Hall begins Anglia Square negotiations in bid to purchase site
City Hall has officially begun negotiations to buy Anglia Square in a major step towards bringing the site into public ownership. Mike Stonard, leader of Norwich City Council, said the authority has formally expressed an interest in acquiring
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RAF centre hosting American Day with classic cars and stateside snacks
A RAF centre in Norfolk is hosting its first American Day and it will feature classic cars and stateside snacks. The event will take place at the RAF Sculthorpe Heritage Centre, near Fakenham, on Sunday, August 11 2024 from 10am to 4pm. The
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Person in hospital after lorry crash on A140
One person has been taken to hospital after a lorry and car crashed on the A140. Police were called to the collision at around 10.20am on the A140 in Stuston, near Diss. The road was partially blocked and traffic was queueing both ways from
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Death of 83-year-old man prompts search for family
The death of an 83-year-old man has prompted an appeal to find his next of kin. Stanley Riches, who lived at an address in Wroxham, died on July 28. There were no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. Despite carrying out enquiries
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Two men and one woman taken to hospital after crash in coastal village
Two men and one woman have been taken to hospital after a crash in a seaside village. Police were called to Newport Road in Hemsby at around 11.50pm on Wednesday after reports of a two-vehicle crash. Two people from one of the vehicles were
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9 celebrities spotted in Norfolk this summer
From an A-list actor to a celebrity chef, these famous faces have been spotted in Norfolk during summer 2024. Fan Ruth Devlin with Hugh Jackman at The George Hotel in Norwich (Image: Ruth Devlin) 1. Hugh Jackman Hollywood star Hugh Jackman
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'Mercilessly bullied' dog starved to 'skin and bones' searching for new home
A "mercilessly bullied" rescue dog who was starved until he was "just skin and bones" is searching for a second chance at life in Norfolk. Volunteers saved Hudson after he was targeted by gangs of stray dogs who "never allowed him to eat" at
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Locals say Norfolk village is 'under attack' from housing developers
People living in a small Norfolk village claim they are "under attack" from housing developers. South Norfolk Council has approved controversial plans for 23 new properties off Norwich Road in Bracon Ash, near Mulbarton, which is currently home
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Nine locos from across Britain to star at festival on Norfolk railway
A festival on a heritage railway will feature nine locomotives from across Britain, including five visiting this summer. A Festival On Rails will take place along the North Norfolk Railway (NNR), which runs between Sheringham and Holt, from Saturday
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Huge Georgian renovation for sale in Coltishall for £2 million
An impressive Grade II listed Georgian house which has been lovingly renovated and includes its own a self-contained annexe is up for sale in Coltishall, near Wroxham, for offers in the region of £2 million. The Old House is known as something
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Thunderstorm warning in place across Norfolk today
A weather warning for thunderstorms is in place across Norfolk today. The Met Office has extended the yellow weather alert to last until midnight. In places where thunderstorms hit, fast-flowing or deep floodwater is possible and power cuts
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Taxi driver cleared of sexually assaulting woman after stopping in dark lay-by
A Norwich taxi driver has been cleared of sexually assaulting a woman after pulling over in an isolated lay-by after dark. Hyder Ali, 50, had been accused of molesting the woman after telling her to get into the front seat of his cab on the A140
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Grandad of two, 57, died from alcohol poisoning at friend's house
A 57-year-old grandfather who was thought to have been poisoned after drinking 97pc alcohol died at his friend's home. Mr Edgeller, a former plant operator, welder and fitter who had been unable to work due to back problems, died at the scene at
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‘Sleight of hand’ conmen duped good samaritans to steal mobile phones worth £30k
Two con men used the “sleight of hand” of a magician to steal mobile phones worth £30,000 from people they asked for help and directions. Florin Petrache, 34, and Gabriel Stanescu, 22, asked unsuspecting staff at business and offices in towns
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Michelin-star chef hits back at holiday home owners amid row over 'noisy' fridge
One of Norfolk's most renowned chefs has hit back at critics after his walk-in fridge led to a dispute between neighbours and the local council. Galton Blackiston, who owns Morston Hall Hotel, near Blakney, says he has been left baffled by the
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Delays added £10 MILLION to bill for hospital's new wing as cost almost doubles
Delays to building a desperately needed new facility at Norfolk's largest hospital added a staggering £10m to the project's bill, bosses have revealed. Last month the new orthopaedic centre at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital finally
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Flinging the doors open to show off our amazing theatres
Norwich Theatre Royal chief executive Stephen Crocker previews a special day for the city It is August 1, which is exciting because it means that one of my favourite days of the year is rapidly approaching. No, I am not talking about Christmas
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Praise for young pilgrims as Bishop leads 75-mile trek across Portugal and Spain
Bishop Peter Collins led an inspiring 75-mile journey from Portugal to Spain with 30 young pilgrims. The six-day trek, which concluded on July 28, followed the Way of St James a pilgrimage route ending in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. The
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Help for Heroes is a lifeline for Army veteran David who is living with chronic pain
The agony Army veteran David endures after suffering a knee injury in service affects every aspect of his life. “I can’t sleep, I can’t do anything. I’m on so much medication it affects my memory, my mood, everything,” he said. “It’s like having
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New project aims to enhance Norfolk wildlife and control flooding
A new collaboration aims to enhance wildlife habitats and manage flood risks in Norfolk. The Environment Agency and the Norfolk Rivers Trust have partnered to launch a project concentrated on the River Glaven, a rare chalk stream home to endangered