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Video Mum-of-four, 49, reveals she has weeks to live in heartbreaking final video

Samantha Last, 49, from Diss, in her emotional final YouTube beauty video in which she reveals she has been diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. Picture: YouTube

A Norfolk mother-of-four who became well known online through her beauty videos has revealed in an emotional final posting how she received the devastating news she has just weeks to live.

Homeless couple living rough behind football ground

Shaun Riley, who is living rough in a tent behind King's Lynn Town FC's ground with his partner Picture: Chris Bishop

Council orders 'Notting Hill' landlord to replace windows - four years after fitting them

13 Magdalen Street, where sash windows have been replaced with PVCu encasing. Picture: Archant

Night-time flying warning as helicopters and planes take to skies for military exercise

An Apache attack helicopter Picture: GARY STEDMAN

Why the RAF has relaxed its ban on beards

Beard inspection of 1 Squadron RAF Regimentgets underwayl at RAF Honington Picture: SAC JAMES LEDGER

Founder of 'incredible' archeological project nominated for Stars of Norfolk award

The north Norfolk Aylsham Roman Project has been nominated multiple times for a Stars of Norfolk Community Group Award. Photo: Aylsham Roman Project

Head-turning hay bale sculptures appear by side of busy road

Downham Market Young Farmers have set up hay bales in the form of a man and cow near the A10 roundabout on Bexwell Road. Picture: Kate Farr

'We need men' say two bosses playing Cupid at a dating event with a difference

Charlie Day and Suzy Robb. Pic: submitted

Man charged after incident drew riot vans to residential street

There was a large police presence in Anson Road at around 10pm on Tuesday September 17 Picture: Google Maps

Children's mental health wards to close because of staff shortages

Ellingham Hospital near Attleborough.
Byline: Sonya Duncan
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Laser pen shone at low-flying aircraft at RAF base

A C-17 Globemaster similar to the one at which a laser pen was shone Picture: GARY STEDMAN

Cantwell grateful for Farke's trust as he continues positive form in the Premier League

Todd Cantwell of Norwich celebrates scoring his sides 2nd goal during the Premier League match at Carrow Road, Norwich
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14/09/2019

Norwich City academy graduate Todd Cantwell has spoken of his gratitude to boss Daniel Farke for progressing his career at the club and admits it's a dream come true to be playing for City in the Premier League.

'Immense' performance of Amadou impressed Norwich City team-mate

Ibrahim Amadou blocks a shot from Manchester City star Raheem Sterling
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Sam Byram has praised the impact of defensive colleague Ibrahim Amadou after an impressive display from the Sevilla loanee helped Norwich City to shock Premier League giants Manchester City.

Burnley defender wants to beat Norwich City to earn bragging rights over 'best friend' Krul

Burnley defender Erik Pieters, right, contends with Liverpool star Mo Salah earlier this season Picture: Anthony Devlin/PA

Burnley left-back Erik Pieters is hoping to claim the bragging rights again as he faces close friend Tim Krul this weekend, when Norwich City arrive at Turf Moor.

Opinion David Hannant: Why beating Manchester City definitely maybe a bad thing!

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola shake hands with the Norwich players at the end of the match ... do they know what they did? Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images Ltd

I've been writing this fortnightly column for four seasons now, a time where there has certainly been ups and downs.

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Special appeal to rehome cat and her kitten as she reaches 11 weeks at rescue centre

Sky and Sunny need a home together. Photo: RSPCA East Norfolk

Police arrest man who had metal pole in his jacket in Norwich park

Police arrested a man who was found to have a metal pole in his jacket. PIC: Norwich Police Twitter.

Teen with suicidal thoughts quits UEA and returns to New Zealand over poor support

Norwich student, Caelin Cassidy, who left the country after having to wait a month for help with suicidal thoughts says she supports calls for universities to be legally responsible for mental health. Photo: Caelin Cassidy

'I want to go out on a high' - café to close its doors this month

Nick and Sharon Fawcett at Storm in a Teacup, which is closing, Elm Hill. Picture: Jamie Honeywood

Jack Whitehall announces Norwich tour date

Jack Whitehall is coming to Norwich Theatre Royal Credit: Supplied by Theatre Royal

Family who were denied having 'dad and grandad' written on headstone get final verdict

Caroline Walden, of Fakenham, has won her battle to have the words ‘dad and grandad’ written on her father John's headstone. Pictured with her mother Pauline Walden (left) at St Mary's Church, Syderstone. Picture: DONNA-LOUISE BISHOP

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Opinion

Opinion Old pal returned to UK in shock at our unhealthy outlook on life

Rachel Moore's oldest friend was surprised she didn't take any supplements when they met up after 23 years recently

Reader letter: Manchester City fan thanks Norwich for 'enjoyable' weekend

Manchester City fan Eric Jackson at the Wig and Pen in Norwich. Picture Eric Jackson.

Opinion I'd be more than app-y to get help remembering faces from the past

The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh pictured at Balmoral in 1972 - would you need help recognising them if you bumped into them?

Opinion Paramedic call from remote Cumbria made me appreciate how lucky we are in the UK

An emergency on the moors of Cumbria has given James a new appreciation for our paramedics

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Up to 50pc off during Intu Chapelfield's student shopping night

Intu Chapelfield in Norwich is to hold its anticipated Student Shopping Night for students aged 16 and over in the Norfolk area on October 3.

Video 11 unique cinemas to visit in Norfolk

The queue at the Gorleston Palace cinema for the local premiere of Danny Boyle's film Yesterday. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

From former ballrooms to snacks brought to your seats, sit back and relax at these unique cinemas across Norfolk.

Jack Whitehall announces Norwich tour date

Comedy fans are in for a treat as Jack Whitehall is heading to the city ahead of his latest Stood Up arena tour.

Draw your swords! Medieval festival will bring back Peasants' Revolt clash

The Battle of North Walsham 1381 Revisited committee as peasants from the Middle Ages ready for the revolt as North Walsham prepares for the battle next year. From left, Rob Scannell, Bob Wright, Barry Hester, Canon Paul Cubitt, Ian Pycroft, Molly Housego, and Robert Murphy. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

The days of swords fights and chivalry are set to make a come back in a Norfolk town which saw the final clash of the Peasants' Revolt.

Sport

John Gosden lands the big prize at Great Yarmouth's Eastern Festival

Fanny Logan, winner of the John Musker Fillies Stakes at Great Yarmouth Picture: Jamie Honeywood

Fanny Logan completed a hat-trick of victories when landing Great Yarmouth's most valuable race of the year on day two of the Eastern Festival.

Stars looking for winning farewell as high-flying Poole head to town

Chris Harris and Robert Lambert will be team-mates when Poole head to King's Lynn Picture: Ian Burt

King's Lynn fans have their last chance to see the team on home shale this season when Poole visit on Thursday night (7.30pm).

Norfolk star determined to erase memories of World Cup disappointments with England

England's Ben Youngs - going for glory at his third World Cup Picture: PA

Norfolk's Ben Youngs is looking to make it third time lucky as England embark on the World Cup bid in Japan this weekend.

Stock Car world crown eludes Norfolk hope Mat Newson

The Adrian Flux Arena is packed to the rafters ahead of the start of the World Final Picture: Steve Rixon

Norfolk fans' hopes of a local winner in the F1 Stock Car World Final for the first time in over 60 years evaporated almost as soon as the race started.

Norfolk Ladies record their first win of the week at County Finals

Karen Young, pictured after winning the East Region Seniors' Championship at Colne Valley, had an excellent day for Norfolk against Buckinghamshire Picture: CHRISSIE OWENS

Norfolk Ladies opened their account at this year's County Finals at Delamere Forest on Wednesday with a well deserved victory over Buckinghamshire.

Business

'We need men' say two bosses playing Cupid at a dating event with a difference

Two bosses who set up a dating venture for singletons are celebrating a year in business and big success at spreading the love but have one problem - they need more men.

Restaurateur who brought taste of Morocco to Norfolk calls time on 'wonderful journey'

Mohammed Guenaoui is set to close Marrakech Fusion in Dereham, bringing to an end a 23-year career running Moroccan restaurants in Norfolk. Picture: Archant

A restaurant owner who succeeded in his quest to open Norfolk's eyes to Moroccan cuisine has decided to seek pastures new.

Still time to be part of an 'amazing awards evening'

The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce in Lowestoft and Waveney business awards 2019 are still open for entries. Picture: Ferini Media

There's still time to put your business in the spotlight.

Features

Dazzling burgers and very creative desserts at the award-winning Orange Tree in Thornham

The OT Burger, The Orange Tree, Thornham

Anyone looking for burger heaven in north Norfolk can find it at The Orange Tree in Thornham says Nick Richards

Norfolk's first community recovery centre to aid substance misusers

An artist's impression of how the new centre will look

Jess MacDonald of The Matthew Project explains why a new centre in Norwich will help recovering alcoholics and drug users

Review: Noirwich 2019 proves passion lies at the heart of the perfect crime

Noirwich, now in its sixth year, took place this weekend (September 12-September 15), featuring headline acts such as George Alagiah, Louise Doughty and Sara Collins. Picture: Matyas Paul

George Alagiah, Louise Doughty and Sara Collins were just a few of the names to grace the stage at this year's Noirwich, co-produced by the National Centre for Writing and UEA