Shaun Lowthorpe. Public affairs correspondent Shaun Lowthorpe with his take on the comings and goings on the political scene affecting Norfolk communities

Firemen fight the blaze at Ten Mile Bank.Norfolk homes damaged as bonfire gets out of control

Two west Norfolk bungalows have been severely damaged after a bonfire got out of control. The bonfire was in a garden at a bungalow at Steven's Crescent, Ten Mile Bank, near Downham Market.

Crowds at the festivalGreat Yarmouth Maritime Festival success

An estimated 30,000 weekend visitors came from all over the region to enjoy Great Yarmouth's 11th Maritime Festival.

Madhu Choudhry who runs Ethnic Fusion, is planning to open an Indian cookery school at a business park at Etling Green, near Dereham.Indian cookery school planned - for Norfolk

A trained chef is hoping to share the secrets of Indian cuisine by opening a cookery school in a converted Norfolk barn.

Blaze at derelict Wisbech pub

Twenty-five firefighters tackled a blaze at a derelict Wisbech pub in the early hours of today. Calls were received at 12.40am to a blaze at the former Blackfriars Arms pub, in St Augustine's Road.

Tony Benn and Ed Balls join Burston strike school rally

Hundreds of public and private sector workers took to the roads of a south Norfolk village to celebrate an industrial dispute that began almost a century ago.

Norfolk homes destroyed after bonfire spread

Two bungalows have been destroyed and another has suffered substantial damage after a large fire, which was caused by a bonfire that got out of control.

15-foot whale washes up on Norfolk beach

A 15ft dead whale was washed up on the beach near Great Yarmouth's Wellington Pier on Saturday night.

Firemen fight the blaze at Ten Mile Bank.Norfolk homes damaged as bonfire gets out of control

Two west Norfolk bungalows have been severely damaged after a bonfire got out of control. The bonfire was in a garden at a bungalow at Steven's Crescent, Ten Mile Bank, near Downham Market.

Norfolk gun club in bid to trace history

A club celebrating its 100th birthday is looking for help tracing its history. Wymondham Rifle Club is hoping people will come forward with stories, photos and memorabilia to fill gaps in its records.

Norwich taxi worker caught in undercover sting

A Norwich taxi worker was caught in an undercover police operation using the cab offices where he worked as a base to receive stolen goods. David Goodall, 57, who works for Beeline Taxis in Prince of Wales Road, was caught on four occasions receiving stolen items at the taxi offices after he was approached by an undercover officer, called Jim, who offered to supply him with stolen goods, Norwich Crown Court heard yesterday.

Party at Reffley woods. Pictured: in the woods is Oscar RyderNorfolk's 'hidden gem' woodland revealed

The majestic Reffley Wood on the outskirts of King's Lynn is often referred to as a hidden gem. But, with the help of £105,000 funding, a group of volunteers has spent the last 18 months raising awareness of the 130 acre wood's outstanding beauty and tranquillity.

Website charts Allied air crew

Thanks to a Great Yarmouth man the full details of the careers and deaths of thousands of second world warAllied air crew are easily available online.

Norfolk car enthusiast leaves £500k to charity

A car lover, whose secret treasure trove of vintage vehicles excited fans across the world, has left a lasting legacy for the next generation of mechanics in Norfolk.

At the age of 10, Chloe Sperry from Briston, near Fakenham, has already set up her own business, creating and selling dog biscuits.Norfolk girl, 10, sets up own business - making dog food

At the age of 10, Chloe Sperry from Briston, near Fakenham, has already set up her own business, creating and selling dog biscuits.

Mystery crash killed RAF man's wife and child

An RAF serviceman whose wife and daughter were killed in a crash on the A47 told an inquest he had said goodbye to them on the morning of the accident like any normal day.

Pensioner injured in Norfolk motorcycle accident

A pensioner was taken to hospital after falling off his motorcycle outside a village store.

The ancient boat discovered in NorfolkAncient boat discovered on Norfolk Broads

Archaeologists have hailed the “once-in-a-lifetime” discovery of a three-metre wooden vessel in the heart of the Norfolk Broads which could yield fresh clues about how our ancestors lived their lives.

The British Para-Equestrian dressage team train at the Easton College Equestrian Centre before the World Equestrian Games in Kentucky.World class riders at Easton College

World class horse riders who will be representing Great Britain in their sport next month have been getting ready for the challenge at Easton College, near Norwich.

The former caravan park at North Denes, Lowestoft which is going to be redevelopedWork to start on Lowestoft seafront project

Work is poised to begin on £2m project to redevelop a stretch of rundown seafront land in north Lowestoft. The North Denes caravan and camping site off Whapload Road has been empty for several years and this week, a regeneration scheme aimed at bringing tourists back to the area will get under way.

King's Lynn restaurant gets clean bill of health

A King's Lynn Indian restaurant, which had been prosecuted for hygiene offences including having filthy equipment and evidence of rat infestation, has now been given a clean bill of health and has even won praise from inspectors, a court heard.

The festival gets under wayGreat Yarmouth Maritime Festival starts with a flourish

Pomp and ceremony marked the grand opening of Great Yarmouth Maritime Festival this morning. Town crier David Bullock read the official proclamation to signal the start of a weekend of seafaring action.

Derek Slade who has just been found guilty of a series of sexual assaults against school pupils in his care in the 70s and 80s.Norfolk headmaster guilty of abusing pupils

Former Norfolk headmaster Derek Slade is facing a lengthy prison sentence after being convicted of abusing pupils during the 1970s and 1980s.

Hollyoaks actor Stephen Uppal is to star in Jack in the Beanstalk at Norwich Theatre RoyalHollyoaks star lands Norwich panto role

Hollyoaks heart-throb Stephen Uppal will be centre stage in this year's Theatre Royal production of Jack and the Beanstalk after landing the lead role in the show.

The A1122 between Nordelph and Salters Lode, near Downham Market, will be closed for eight weeks from October 18.Downham Market roadworks will cause chaos

Villagers, commuters and tourists driving to a West Norfolk town will be hit with a huge 30-mile diversion when roadworks start on a main road next month.

Jail for conman who preyed on Norfolk 78-year-old

A fraudster who won the trust of a 78-year-old Norfolk pensioner after doing odd-jobs for her then abused his position to steal valuables from her home, including sentimental items of jewellery and antiques, has been sent to prison.

Nelson’s Breast Star of the Order of the Bath which is to go on sale at Sotheby’s in October.Nelson's first war medal could fetch £500k

Lord Admiral Nelson's precious first medal, which survived a robbery of his treasures, is expected to fetch up to £500,000 at auction next month. The Breast Star of the Order of Bath was awarded to the Norfolk naval hero following victory in the battle of Cape of St Vincent, when he disobeyed orders to attack and capture two Spanish ships.

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