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Severe delays on A47 as emergency services called to crash
There were long delays on the A47 as emergency services attended a crash. Police, fire and ambulance crews were called to the crash in the westbound carriageway between Dereham and North Tuddenham on Sunday evening. Norfolk Fire and Rescue
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Eight arrested after 1,000 people attend illegal rave
Police have eight arrests after closing down an illegal rave, which is believed to be attended by around 1,000 people. Officers were called at about 3.50am on Sunday to reports of a large gathering at a farm in Euston. A spokeswoman for Suffolk
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A11 closures among public notices to be aware of in Norfolk
From roadworks on the A11 to new opening hours at Papa Johns in Norwich, here are five public notices to be aware of in Norfolk this week. 1. Bawburgh Road in Easton Bawburgh Road in Easton will close for roadworks in September (Image: Google
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Firefighters tackle large hedgerow fire in Norfolk village
A large fire broke out in a Norfolk village. Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports of a large hedgerow fire in Heath Road in Kenninghall, near East Harling. Crews from Hingham, East Harling, Attleborough and Diss were called
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’It was so much fun out there - Hewett on winning start to Paralympics campaign
Alfie Hewett wasn't hanging around after finally starting his Paralympic campaign in Paris. It's just a few weeks since Novak Djokovic arrived at Roland Garros looking to complete the career Golden Slam with a previously elusive Olympic gold.
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Opinion: Farmers must embrace technology - but it can't replace hands-on skills
Farmers must embrace technology to complement their practices, not to replace them, says Waveney valley cattle farmer Helen Reeve. Whether it's GPS, electronic ear tags or simply an app on your mobile phone, technology plays a big role in everyday
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5 dogs up for adoption in Norfolk this week
Can you help these pups find their forever homes? Here are five pooches from the Dogs Trust Snetterton Rehoming Centre looking for a home in Norfolk. 1) Chelsea Chelsea the greyhound (Image: Dogs Trust) Chelsea is a lovely six-year-old
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Much-loved town shop closes down after seven years
A much-loved fruit and veg store in a Suffolk town has closed down. Field2Fork in Beccles has shut its doors for the final time, the owners have announced. The business, which sells a range of fruit and vegetables has been an assest to the
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Thunderstorm warning removed for Norfolk
A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain that was issued for Norfolk has been removed. On Sunday, the Met Office issued the warning and said it would be in place for the whole of Monday. The thunderstorm warning also covered
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Popular ale trail returning to Norfolk with more than 100 pubs signed up
Woodforde's Ale Trail is returning to Norfolk with more than 100 pubs taking part locally - including 15 in Norwich. The trail begins next week, offering punters the chance to win prizes by collecting stickers when they buy a pint of Woodforde's
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Wealthy investors are now dominating the farmland market, say property experts
Significant shifts in the farmland market have left traditional agricultural buyers "priced out" by wealthy investors, said a rural property expert. Peter Mason, who lives on his family's farm near Swaffham, is an associate partner with consultancy
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Drivers to face disruption due to £150,000 roadworks
A busy road is set to close for five nights to make way for carriageway resurfacing. A section of old worn-out road is to be replaced on London Road in Wymondham, starting on the evening of September 9. The work is estimated to cost £153,000
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Emotional victory for golden boy Will
Will Ellard paid tribute to his grandmother as he won his first Paralympic gold. The 18-year-old swimmer from Beccles triumphed in the men’s S14 200m freestyle final in a world record time to claim his second medal of Paris 2024. It comes
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'There is no one I would rather play with - Ben Bartram
Norwich's Ben Bartram teamed up with his old junior adversary Dahnon Ward to reach the second round of the men’s wheelchair tennis doubles at Paris 2024. The 19-year-olds have played against each other for seven years, also combining for the boys
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£1m roundabout revamp prompts plea from hospital bosses
Hospital bosses have urged patients and visitors to consider alternative routes when six months of work gets under way on a £1m roundabout revamp. As revealed, work to make changes to the roundabout at the junction of the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital's
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Students warned they are top targets for fraudsters
Students heading to school and university are being warned they are top targets for fraudsters, after scammers conned young people in Norfolk out of more than £845,000 last year. Norfolk Constabulary received 638 reports of fraud from young people
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Crucial council decision ahead over livestock market's future
Norwich Livestock Market bosses are hopeful that a city council vote in October will help end years of uncertainty over the site's future. The market has operated from Hall Road since the 1960s, providing a vital trading platform for East Anglia's
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Beloved BBC show heads to Norfolk hidden gem
One of Norfolk's hidden gems is making a prime-time TV appearance on a beloved BBC show. The history of the gardens at the East Ruston Old Vicarage will be the centre of a piece airing on Gardeners' World next week. The vicarage spans 32 acres
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More than 100 pubs to take part in annual ale trail
An ale trail involving more than 100 pubs is returning to Norfolk. Woodforde’s Brewery will run its trail from September 6 until November 17. More than 200 pubs across the country are set to participate, such as The Fur and Feather in Woodbastwick
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The Norfolk streets that won the Postcode Lottery in August
Were you one of the lucky winners in last month's Postcode Lottery? Norfolk's lucky streak has continued to slow with just four winners this month - the same as July, but down from 11 in June. There are 20 draws each month and the winning postcodes
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ANOTHER holiday let planned for coastal second homes hotspot near picturesque harbour
Plans for another holiday let have been revealed at a second homes hotspot on the Norfolk coast. A developer named in planning papers as Mr Oleson has applied for permission to build a three-bed house near the picturesque harbour at Brancaster
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Much-loved grandfather took his own life after being 'in constant pain'
A much-loved grandfather who was living in "constant pain" took his own life while his wife was out shopping, an inquest has heard. Leslie Apps died in hospital at the age of 75 in May, after suffering a hypoxic brain injury due to an act taken
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Norfolk's 'poshest' village drawing up emergency plan
Norfolk's "poshest" village is drawing up an emergency action plan to cope with natural disasters and major incidents. Burnham Market Parish Council has set up a working group to outline the blueprint. It says: "Nearly all emergencies affecting
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King’s Lynn pub's fundraiser nets £500 for local cancer unit
A King's Lynn pub has rallied to raise £500 for the cancer unit at their local hospital. The Live & Let Live Pub on Windsor Road held a 'Right Royal Knees Up' event in honour of King Charles's birthday. The fundraiser, organised by the pub's
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Voting OPENS for the country's favourite charity shop award
From discovering brick-a-brac finds to fashionista treasures, folk now have the chance to vote for their favourite charity shop. The public can now decide from a shortlisted group of six charity shops - including the West Norfolk Deaf Association
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Praise for team embarking on 450-mile charity walk to battle homelessness crisis
An inspiring 450-mile charity walk has been praised by the Bishop of Thetford for helping people find spirituality in their everyday lives. Bishop Ian has praised the endeavour supporting the Norfolk and Waveney homelessness charity, Emmaus.
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Pain can make veterans feel alone: Help for Heroes is by their side
After a 25-year military career, including four tours in Afghanistan, former Royal Navy nurse, Janine, is still caring for the Armed Forces community. As a Veterans Clinical Advisor at Help for Heroes, Janine is on a mission to tackle a hidden
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International greyhound walk aims to break more records in 2024
A worldwide event that promotes sighthounds as excellent pets is hoping to smash records this year. In 2023, the Great Global Greyhound Walk (GGGW) saw its most successful year with 458 walks across 36 countries, totalling 11,818 participating
