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Rampant Linnets too strong for Harriers
King’s Lynn Town 4 Kidderminster Harriers 0 King’s Lynn Town produced arguably the best performance of Adam Lakeland’s managerial tenure as they crushed high-flying Harriers. Jonny Margetts grabbed a brace, with Josh McCammon and the brilliant
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17 photos of the Norfolk Broads through the years
The Norfolk Broads have long been adored by both locals and tourists. Tourists started flocking to the area in the 1800s when rail travel connected people nationwide. Since then, generations have created cherished memories of days spent on
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Jurors take 80 minutes to convict man of attacking woman on Norwich path
A jury has found a man guilty of attacking a woman with intent to commit a sexual offence after she was attacked on a popular Norwich path. The seven men and five women on the jury took an hour and 20 minutes to find Derry Bates unanimously guilty
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Post office reopens after four-week refurbishment
A village post office has reopened with increased branch hours after a four-week refurbishment. Great Massingham Post Office reopened on Monday following extensive building works at the Station Road branch. The branch was closed for four
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The best places to live in Norfolk according to locals
From towns and villages sat on the vast picturesque coast, to a seaside town famous across the country - here is what you answered when we asked you for the best places to live in Norfolk. 1. The north Norfolk coast The Wells Harbour and Quay
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Driver denies he was speeding when he killed cyclist in crash
A driver has denied that his speeding caused a crash that killed a cyclist. Dominique Hechanova, 39, died in Watton when he was walking with his bike across the B1108 Brandon Road. The Filipino, who lived in the town at Merton Road and worked
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Locals terrorised by gang of teens throwing stones and knocking on doors
People living in Lingwood and Acle have been terrorised by 13 teenagers during a spate of anti-social behaviour. Over recent months, locals have reported a series of incidents, ranging from "knock and runs" to stones being thrown at houses.
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Nights at the Museum returns this Christmas with music, food and drinks
A popular event at a Norfolk attraction is returning with a special Christmas edition. Nights at the Museum is back at Bressingham Steam Museum, near Diss, on Friday, December 6 2024 from 6pm to 10pm. There is free entry and it will take place
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Stolen Porches and BMWs found in chop shop
Two men have appeared in court after more than £200,000 worth of stolen cars were found in a chop shop. Six stolen cars, including two Porsches, three BMWs and a Mercedes, as well as a signal jammer, were found at the site in Upwell. Following
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More drones spotted flying over region's US bases
More drones have been spotted flying over some of the region's US Air Force bases. The US Air Force (USAF) said it was monitoring the airspace over RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk and RAF Feltwell in Norfolk. It comes days after
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Absconded patient had already died by time hospital alerted police
A patient who absconded from a mental health hospital had already died by the time staff alerted police to his disappearance, a court has heard. Lee West died on the A47 at Postwick in January after being struck by two separate cars, having been
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Christmas Spectacular returning to historic venue with 'biggest show ever'
A festive show at a historic Norfolk venue will return bigger and better than ever before. The Christmas Circus and Water Spectacular is back at the Hippodrome Circus in Great Yarmouth from Saturday, December 7 2024 to Sunday, January 5 2025.
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Car and moped seized as police crack down on illegally driven vehicles
A car and moped were seized by South Norfolk Police as the force crackdowns on illegally driven vehicles. Local beat officers in the area seized the vehicles last week as part of their ongoing commitment to road safety. The first vehicle,
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Six accused of laundering money from cannabis and illegal dog breeding
Six people have appeared in court accused of money laundering linked to the supply of cannabis and illegal dog breeding. The four men and two women all face charges involving the use of bank transfers to hide proceeds of criminal activity.
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Jury in trial of man accused of attacking woman on Norwich path considering verdicts
Jurors in the case of a woman who thought she would die after being hit on the head and dragged into bushes in Norwich have been sent out to consider verdicts. The seven men and five women on the jury have heard how Derry Bates, 44, is accused
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Beloved pet saved as kitchen is destroyed in house fire
A beloved family pet was rescued by firefighters as they battled a serious house blaze. Fire crews from Swaffham, Dereham, and King’s Lynn responded to a major house fire in Swaffham. The blaze, which broke out in the kitchen, caused significant
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5 filming locations you can visit in Norfolk
From Wicked to Deadpool & Wolverine, a whole host of blockbuster films were shot in Norfolk. These are just some of the filming locations that you can visit in the county. Norfolk Tulips was used as the location for Muchkinland in Wicked
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MPs at loggerheads over fate of controversial road
Norfolk MPs are at loggerheads over the future of the Norwich Western Link, with one saying it is time to "kill off" the scheme and another saying the government must intervene to get it built. Norfolk County Council announced last week it intends
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7 of the prettiest places to visit in Norfolk this winter
It can be tempting to stay inside during the colder months, curled up in front of a fire with a good book. But this season brings a whole new beauty to Norfolk and it would be a shame not to enjoy it. Here is a round-up of seven of the prettiest
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7 major events happening in Norfolk in December
From pantos to a three-day Christmas market, these are some of the biggest and best Norfolk events happening in December. The real ice rink at Winter Wonderland Norwich (Image: Beth Moseley Photography) 1. Winter Wonderland Norwich Where
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Artex ceiling removal led to 'hero' plasterer's asbestos exposure
A “hero” plasterer died after being exposed to asbestos while removing Artex, a court has heard. Kevin Vincent, of Garlondes in East Harling, near Thetford, died at his home on August 18. The 72-year-old was retired and had been struggled
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Family of Norfolk man murdered with kick to the head 'drowning' in pain
The family of a 59-year-old who was murdered in a row over taking drugs in a communal stairwell have told how they are "drowning" in pain caused by the brutality of his death. A moving statement was read on behalf of the family of Nigel Mazs, who
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Fragrant thief stole hundreds of pounds' worth of perfume from city department store
A shoplifter with a nose for high value items stole perfume worth hundreds of pounds from a Norwich department store. Cassie Howell, 20, of Globe Place, admitted targeting the beauty counters at Jarrolds in September and October. Appearing
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Man denied bail over claims he blackmailed his own mother
A man has been remanded in custody accused of blackmailing his own mother and smashing up the family home. Karl Yallop, 31, from Costessey, was denied bail at Norwich Magistrates’ Court after appearing charged with demanding money with menaces
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Surge in concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse
The NSPCC is urging children to speak to its Childline service with any concerns this Christmas following a surge in contacts to the charity about children experiencing domestic abuse. Almost 4,000 adults contacted the NSPCC Helpline with concerns
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Cars targeted after spree of break-ins in seaside town
A spate of break-ins has struck a north Norfolk town after criminals hit at least three cars in just one night. The thefts took place in Links Avenue and Lynewood Road in Cromer in the early hours of Sunday morning. Officers believe the incidents
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Labour MP reveals she will vote against assisted dying bill
One of the region's MPs has revealed she will be voting against plans to legalise assisted dying, fearing vulnerable people could be coerced into ending their lives. Jess Asato, Labour MP for Lowestoft, said she was also worried people could choose
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Fascinating look at the villages and characters from days gone by
As time moves on they are books which become more important…looking at life in Norfolk villages during days gone by. Every community has a story to tell and thanks to Ray Woolston we get to meet the people around Stalham and discover how they
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Rail services resume after 'do not travel' warning
People were being urged not to travel by train after a track defect has been found near Norwich. Greater Anglia told customers not to travel on its route between Norwich and Ipswich this morning. The rail operator said that services between
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Firefighters called to house fire in Norfolk village
A large emergency service presence was seen in a Norfolk village after a house fire broke out. Firefighters were called to the blaze in The Drove in Barroway Drove, near Downham Market, at about 6.25pm on Monday. A spokesman for Norfolk Fire
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Future of new home at centre of furious row to be decided
The future of a 'grand design' in a leafy coastal village is set to be decided, after a breach of planning rules sparked a furious row that saw a parish council bombarded with abusive calls. Mr and Mrs Middleton had hoped to build their dream house
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A47 reopens after overrunning roadworks
The A47 was closed in both directions due to overrunning roadworks. The major route was shut between the A1117 and the A1144 near Lowestoft on Tuesday morning. National Highways said the closure was in place due to planned overnight roadworks
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Decision to block countryside home overturned amid housing shortfall
Government officials have overturned a decision to block the construction of a new home in the Norfolk countryside. The Planning Inspectorate was called in to review the case in Tivetshall St Margaret after the application was refused amid concerns
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Police continue to hunt driver in Norwich hit-and-run crash
Police are hunting for a driver after a hit-and-run in the centre of Norwich. A car had been using the crossing at the bottom of Grapes Hill from Barn Road towards St Benedicts Street when a pedestrian, a woman in her 20s, who was using the crossing
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58-year-old found dead at home following partner's death
A 58-year-man died at home just days after the death of his partner, a court was told. Philip Cox, who had previously worked as a decorator, was found by police officers inside his house in Blofield on January 21. An inquest held at Norfolk
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Greater Norwich, cross-border council and a mayor with Suffolk... Norfolk's new look?
Norfolk's district councils could be scrapped to make way for up to three new-style councils as part of the biggest shake-up of local government since the 1970s. Labour ministers are keen to combine transferring powers from Whitehall with a fresh
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Investigation into £1m cannabis factory find in Norfolk continues
Investigations are continuing after cannabis plants worth close to £1m were discovered at a commercial unit in Norfolk. Officers from the Operation Moonshot - a specialist team set up by Norfolk Constabulary in 2020 to try and help disrupt organised
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Council seeks tougher action on flytippers and litterbugs as fines quadruple
A Norfolk council is seeking to take tough action on people littering, flytipping or graffitiing with fines set to more than quadruple for some offences. Great Yarmouth Borough Council is considering hiking how much it can charge people caught
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Campaigners set for week of crunch talks over NHS trust's struggles
Campaigners fighting to improve mental health services in the region are set for a week of crunch talks and demonstrations as they strive to make their voices heard. The Campaign to Save Mental Health Services in Norfolk and Suffolk travelled to
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Farm Tax has brought communities together for all the wrong reasons
Shadow environment secretary Victoria Atkins writes for the Eastern Daily Press about what she witnessed at last week's farmers' protest in London As I stood among the thousands of farmers who headed to Westminster last week, I felt contrasting
