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'High-risk offender' and prolific criminal with 55 previous offences FINALLY jailed
A prolific young criminal has finally been jailed after continuing to offend - despite being the subject of two suspended sentences. Billy Stratton, who has 55 previous offences, was told he had “exhausted the patience of everyone who was there
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People injured after car and motorbike crash at busy junction
People have been taken to hospital following a crash between a car and a motorbike near the Norfolk Broads. The collision happened on the A149 Norwich Road near the A1151 junction for Smallburgh just after midday. Police and ambulance services
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Norfolk's biggest zoo welcomes its first flamingo chicks after seven year wait
Norfolk's biggest zoo has welcomed a new bundle of feathers amongst its flamingo flock – the first time in seven years. The brand-new Chilean flamingos have hatched at Banham Zoo, which is run by the Zoological Society of East Anglia. A spokesperson
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Four people arrested after drugs raids in Thetford
Four people have been arrested after drugs raids at properties across Thetford. Officers carried out warrants at homes in the town on Wednesday. A man and two women, all in their 20s, were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class
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Norfolk councillor abused child victim almost 30 years ago
A former Norfolk parish councillor has been branded "selfish and cruel" as he was sentenced for indecently assaulting a girl almost three decades ago. Neville Johnson, 65, who resigned from Blickling Parish Council when the investigation began,
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Construction worker wins 'life-changing' £111,000 prize
A construction worker from Sheringham was left in disbelief after winning £50,000 and a new car in a competition. Tom Denny was at home waiting for a plumber to fix his boiler when he was shocked to receive a visit from BOTB presenter Christian
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Detached home with annexe for sale in Hickling at £1.125 million
A five-bedroom property with a two-bedroom annexe is up for sale in a Broadland village at a guide price of £1.125 million. The Hollies in Hickling, near Stalham, is a detached Victorian property which has been renovated by the current owners.
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'Obnoxious' doctor suspected woman's fatal fall was 'simple fainting'
Doctors at a private Norfolk hospital initially suspected a woman's fatal fall was "simple fainting" - hours before she deteriorated and died, a court has heard. Tamsin Woolsey-Brown, known as Tam, died in June last year after suffering a fall
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'Iconic' building in seaside town hits the market
A landmark building in Hunstanton which was recently used as a bank has hit the market. The property located on the corner of High Street and Greevesgate was occupied by Barclays Bank before its relocation earlier this year. The East of England
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In pictures: Thousands of birds put on dramatic spectacle
Photographers in west Norfolk have captured stunning images of one of the UK's most exhilarating wildlife spectacles. Hundreds of thousands of wading birds put on an incredible, swarming show above the eastern shores of The Wash at RSPB Snettisham
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Michelin-trained chef to serve four-course menu at Norfolk manor
A Michelin-trained chef will offer a four-course menu in grand surroundings at an upcoming event. Eniko Fejer, 36, will be cooking up a storm at Little Massingham Manor, between Fakenham and King's Lynn, on Saturday, November 23 2024. Guests
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Helmet from WW2 Le Paradis massacre returned to Norfolk
The helmet of a soldier killed in a wartime massacre has been returned to Norfolk. Some 97 men, mostly from the Royal Norfolk Regiment, were executed by the Germans in May, 1940. They surrendered at a farm in northern France after running out
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People injured after two-vehicle crash in village
People have been taken to hospital following a two-vehicle crash in a village near Norwich. The incident happened in Memorial Road, Horsford, at 8.45am when two vehicles crashed into each other. Police, fire and ambulance services all attended
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Nearly £13 million raised in live streamed auction
Auction House East Anglia held its eighth and penultimate auction of the year on Wednesday, October 23. Robert Hurst, auction surveyor, commented: “We sold 72 lots raising nearly £13 million. It was a large auction as many sellers entered properties
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Norfolk farm park named among 'best of the best' attractions in the world
The team at a farm park in Norfolk are "delighted" after winning a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award. Snettisham Park near Hunstanton won the "best of the best" accolade after being ranked among the top 10pc of best-reviewed attractions in the
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Two Norfolk fish and chip restaurants named among nation's best
Two Norfolk restaurants are in the running for a major national award. The shortlist has now been revealed for the 'Restaurant of the Year' category ahead of The National Fish & Chip Awards 2025. Two of the ten businesses selected are in
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Plans for a new Norfolk Domino's pizza takeaway prompts huge backlash
It might call itself the UK's leading pizza brand. But the prospect of Domino's opening a new takeaway in a Norfolk town has gone down like a cold slice. The application to open the premises, at a prime location in the centre of Sheringham,
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Craft shop in coastal town to close its doors for six months
An arts and crafts gift shop in a coastal town is set to close for six months. Pebbles Arts & Crafts in West Cliff, Sheringham, will close its doors ahead of the winter season on November 2. The seafront gift shop opened this May and is
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Modern home with eco features and pool for sale at £699,950
A modern home with a swim spa and impressive eco credentials is for sale in Drayton, on the outskirts of Norwich, at a guide price of £699,950. Built by Abel Homes in 2010, the detached property occupies a small development of homes surrounded
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Plans revealed for conservation area with insect 'hotels' and wildflower meadow
The owner of the UK's largest insect zoo is crowdfunding to create a conservation area at the site. The Bug Parc opened in May 2022 along Nowhere Lane in Lenwade, which was previously the home of Norfolk Wildlife Park. The attraction has three
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Driver injured after car crashes into a tree
A driver has been injured after crashing into a tree in a Norfolk village. The incident happened in North Walsham Road, Northrepps, at 8.15am today when a car left the road and crashed into a tree. Police are currently managing traffic as
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Two-vehicle crash blocks major road
A major road was blocked following a two-vehicle collision near Downham Market. The crash happened at 8.40am today on the A1122 Downham Road at the turn-off to New Road, between Bexwell and Crimplesham. READ MORE: Car damaged after sugar beet
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Death notices and funerals: Lover of music and former Grenadier Guard
The Eastern Daily Press published 42 death notices last week including those of a lover of music and former Grenadier Guard. Every week, the EDP publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away
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Grit expectations: New technology to keep roads clear this winter
Drivers have been assured "the most technologically advanced gritting operation the county has ever seen" is ready to keep the county's roads clear of snow and ice this winter. Norfolk County Council has spent almost £5m over the past two years
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Villagers defeated in 'David and Goliath' battle against 100 new homes
Norfolk villagers have been defeated in a "David and Goliath" battle against developers hoping to build 100 new homes on their doorsteps. South Norfolk Council has given the green light for Hopkins Homes to build a new estate off Norwich Road
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Norfolk town next in line for huge regeneration boost
A Norfolk town with origins dating back to the Saxon era has secured funding to identify its most historic assets. Breckland Council is putting together a new set of rules to protect Dereham's key buildings and streets. The project has been
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Norfolk going nuclear? Plans revealed for new power plant in village
A nuclear power station could be built on the Norfolk coast under plans being drawn up to help the UK reach its net zero targets. Viaro Energy, which bought Bacton Gas Terminal earlier this year, has revealed that the site is a 'target' location