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The B1149 Norwich Road, near Edgefield, towards Holt is blocked following an accident. Picture: GOOGLE STREET

Road completely blocked ‘for some time’ following crash

Drivers are being asked to avoid a busy north Norfolk road following a crash.

Chairman of Safter Thetford Action Group (STAG), Mac MacDonald, has been talking with residents who have been affected by motorbikes riding through the town and Thetford Forest. Photo: Emily Thomson

‘Enough is enough’ - town’s fight against motorcyclists damaging its precious forest

Police have arrested a driver after they tested positive for both cannabis and cocaine while joyriding a motorcycle without a license or insurance. Photo: Norfolk and Suffolk roads and armed policing team.

Driver who failed drugs test arrested after taking motorbike without consent

The 500th Norwich Parkrun at Eaton Park Byline: Sonya Duncan (C) Archant 2020

Gallery Can you spot yourselves in our photos of the 500th Norwich parkrun?

The delivery of bacon and egg baps arrives at the Ethica offices, the self proclaimed vegan digital marketing company at St Giles House. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

Firm which trades on its veganism - but buys staff bacon butties

The owner of a coastal beauty salon has been voted as the best eyelash technician in the country at a national awards night. Photos: Nail Brows and Lash awards

‘It’s mind-blowing’: Town beautician voted as country’s best lash technician

Kieran Meenaghan, the owner of The Games Table. Picture: Lauren De Boise

Shop to relocate to ‘awesome new premises’ in Norwich Lanes

The Grosvenor Fish Bar has been named one of the best places to eat on a budget in the country by The Times. Picture: ANTONY KELLY

Fish and chip shop named one of the best places to eat on a budget in the UK

Sheringham Viking Festival, which got off to a successful start, in spite of wind and rain. Photo: KAREN BETHELL

Wind and rain fail to dampen spirits as Viking festival gets off to a successful start

Scent-a-Barks Doggy Day Care in Norwich, Owner Stacy Morris Pictures: BRITTANY WOODMAN

Video Take a look inside this doggy day care centre in Norfolk

Reports of potholes on the A11 increased. Byline: Sonya Duncan

Reports of potholes on A11 increase by 1,000 in just three years

Red wine being poured into a stem glass at the table. Photo: Getty Images/debyaho/iStockphoto

Chef’s plans to open wine bar serving platters and charcuterie plates

A mum is sharing her experiences raising her four-year-old disabled son on Instagram to support other families and help explain his conditions. Photos: @paige_lincoln_juneau on Instagram

‘I didn’t want to relive his diagnoses’ - mum shares journey raising disabled son on Instagram

Keith Bailey has been home brewing beer since 2010 from his garage in Sprowston. PIctures: BRITTANY WOODMAN

‘I ran out of spare cash for the pub’ - meet the award-winning home brewer who works from his garage

A unique working model steam engine made in Dereham by George Long in 1902 is set to be auctioned by Cheffins. Picture: Cheffins

This 118-year-old Heartbreaker is a ‘truly Norfolk piece of history’

Former Norwich City half-back Sam Wolstenholme also played a huge part in the lives of thousands of prisoners in a German internment camp during the First World War. Picture: Alan Futter/Courtesy of Paul Brown.

The Norwich City defender who survived a First World War prison camp

Heydon Road in Aylsham had to be closed after a tree fell down. Picture: DONNA-LOUISE BISHOP

Road closed and more than 450 homes left without power after tree falls down

The new XIST game is opening in Castle Quarter. Pic: Submitted

New firm opening in Castle Quarter offers chance to ‘step inside video game’

Chocolate Jaffa cake Picture: Charlotte Smith-Jarvis

Weekend Cook: Make our Jaffa cake sponge

Police were called to the A11 on Saturday following reports a tree have fallen onto the road. Picture: Norfolk Constabulary

Fallen tree partially blocks A11

Doug Smith, director of Flooring and Blinds Express in Heigham Street, where business has been badly affected by the roadworks. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

Trader says roadworks have cost him £30,000 - but council blames the economy

Norfolk County Council became the first organisation to sign Norwich Pride's new 'pride pledge'. Picture: Norfolk County Council

Norwich Pride pledge launched to promote equality across Norfolk

James Stephen was sentenced to 4 years and 8 months for possession of drugs with intent to supply and possession of criminal property. Picture: Norfolk Constabulary

‘I knew this day was coming’ - Dealer admits fears to police after £24,000 drug arrest

Aerial view of Metamec production plant at Dereham. Photo : Archant Library

Gallery Meet the man who keeps Metamec clocks ticking in the heart of Norfolk

Joshua Savory appeared at Norwich Crown Court to appeal his conviction. PICTURE: Jamie Honeywood

Motorist who failed to provide blood sample over “needle phobia” loses appeal

Judith Brown received a scam phone call pretending to be from HMRC. PHOTO: Getty

Woman’s warning after being threatened with police action during HMRC scam call

The speed limit through the village will be reduced from 50 to 40mph as part of the scheme Picture: Ian Burt

Drivers warned of overnight A47 closures

William (right) and Geoffrey Buchanan, who are joint MDs of Gressingham Foods.

‘We love Suffolk’ – why county is part of Woodbridge duck meat brand’s DNA

Parents have said schools should make necessary changes for autistic pupils in order to help them stay in mainstream schools with their peers. Picture: GETTY IMAGES/ISTOCK PHOTO

Revealed: The shocking delays faced by children referred for autism assessment in Suffolk

A train guard was assaulted at Great Yarmouth station. Picture: Jacob Massey

Train guard assaulted

Bill Borrett (R) has been criticised as “petulant, arrogant and disrespectful” and been asked to resign by Steve Morphew (L) after walking out of a radio interview. Photo: Denise Bradley/Bill Borrett

Video ‘Arrogant’ - calls for councillor to resign after walking out of BBC interview

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Norwich City

Exclusive Why City will not need a James Maddison style fire sale if they get relegated

James Maddison's club record sale was vital to plug the financial hole in Norwich City's finances Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

In the second and final part of our exclusive chat with Norwich City's sporting director Stuart Webber, Paddy Davitt discovered a direction of travel that will not be blown off course by the outcome of a Premier League survival scrap.

Video Why does Farke fancy his chances against Wolves?

Teemu Pukki was denied by Wolves' keeper Rui Patricio in Norwich City's 2-1 Premier League defeat Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images Ltd

Daniel Farke knows some may look back on Norwich City's Premier League quest as a series of missed opportunities. But he is not ready to accept a one way ticket back to the Championship.

Opinion Spud Thornhill: Petty boasting about being a superior City fan makes me sad

Canaries defender Christoph Zimmermann thanks the 1,700 travelling fans after the recent 0-0 draw at Newcastle Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Tomorrow there will be over 1,000 Norwich City supporters who'll be spending their Sunday heading to and from Wolverhampton Wanderers. Sadly, I won't be one of them - but that doesn't make me any less of a fan.

The Norwich City defender who survived a First World War prison camp

Former Norwich City half-back Sam Wolstenholme also played a huge part in the lives of thousands of prisoners in a German internment camp during the First World War. Picture: Alan Futter/Courtesy of Paul Brown.

When thinking about football and prisoner of war camps, a former Norwich City defender who played for the club more than a century ago is probably not the first thing that springs to mind.

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Can you give a forever home to RSPCA's two cats with matching missing eyes?

Herringbone and Polly-Esther are two of a group of 19 cats who came to the RSPCA together. Photo: RSPCA

Video WATCH: Driving instructor shares shocking footage of near miss for pupil, 17

Jemma Pegg has shared footage of a shocking near miss on the A149. Picture: Just Pass Driving School

Lorry stuck under bridge causes delays

A lorry stuck under a railway bridge in Diss is causing traffic delays. Picture: Google Maps

Councillors vote for tax increase - after granting themselves £70,000 raise

Broadland councillors have backed a tax rise of more than 4pc - at the same meeting where they voted to give themselves a backdated allowance increase worth �70k. Pictured, council leader Shaun Vincent and finance portfolio holder Trudy Mancini-Boyle. Photo: Archant/Broadland District Council/Norfolk Conservatives

Sold for just £1: Lucky buyer snaps up property

A room which is situated between two business in Wisbech was sold for �1 by autioneer Simon Arnes, from William H Brown. Picture: Archant/William H Brown

Man downloaded more than 35,000 indecent child images over four year period, court told

Norwich Crown Court. PICTURE: Jamie Honeywood

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Firm which trades on its veganism - but buys staff bacon butties

The delivery of bacon and egg baps arrives at the Ethica offices, the self proclaimed vegan digital marketing company at St Giles House. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

Fish and chip shop named one of the best places to eat on a budget in the UK

The Grosvenor Fish Bar has been named one of the best places to eat on a budget in the country by The Times. Picture: ANTONY KELLY

Body of missing woman found in river

Clare Kerrison, 48, from The Street in Old Costessey, who has been reported missing. Picture: Norfolk Police

Restaurant review: 'One of the most family-friendly places to eat in Norwich'

The Stables at the Royal Norwich Picture: Shorthose Russell

Video WATCH: Driving instructor shares shocking footage of near miss for pupil, 17

Jemma Pegg has shared footage of a shocking near miss on the A149. Picture: Just Pass Driving School

Opinion

Opinion Huge turnout at Norwich parkrun's 500th Eaton Park event shows massive popularity of running in Norfolk

Runners at the bandstand at Eaton Park before the 500th Norwich parkrun on February 22, 2020

Reader Letter: Not everyone has the advantage of a privileged background like Boris Johnson

Boris Johnson visits EDP office 26.11.19 Archant Pictures: BRITTANY WOODMAN

Opinion East Anglian businesses fear new immigration points system will hit their workforce

Home Secretary Priti Patel admitted her own parents probably would not have reached the 70-point threshold

Ad Feature Pension provision is an impending disaster we need to prepare for

Just like coping with extreme weather conditions, pension provision requires us to act now. Picture: Getty Images

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Daddy Long Legs review: one of the most remarkable live shows in this neck of the woods for a long time

Daddy Long Legs perform at Norwich Arts Centre. Picture: Adam Aiken

New York trio Daddy Long Legs already have something of a cult following in Norfolk, so what the audience got was of little surprise to much of last night's sell-out crowd at Norwich Arts Centre.

Wuthering Heights review: this adaption takes its bold and confident styling in a different direction

Wuthering Heights. Picture: Sean Owen - Reflective Arts

The Norwich Players have taken to the Maddermarket Theatre's stage for their week-long run of Wuthering Heights.

Giovanni Pernice

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice is coming to Norfolk and Suffolk on his This Is Me tour. Picture Image 1st London.

Strictly Come Dancing favourite Giovanni Pernice is back with his fourth solo tour This Is Me. Here the Italian dancer reveals some of his hidden talents and explains why his show is "obviously the best" on offer.

new Norwich duo Sink Ya Teeth share their favourite double acts ahead of homecoming gig

Sink Ya Teeth

Sink Ya Teeth, Norwich's queens of dark disco, are already winning plaudits for with their second album, the imaginatively titled 'Two', released on February 28. Ahead of their hometown gig at the Arts Centre on February 29 and a trip to Ipswich's Smokehouse on March 27 Steve Anglesey asked Maria Uzor and Gemma Cullingford to choose their favourite twos...

Sport

Updated Linnets' game at Altrincham postponed due to waterlogged pitch

Ian Culverhouse takes his King's Lynn Town side to Altrincham this afternoon. Picture: Ian Burt

King's Lynn Town's trip to Altrincham in National League North has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.

Walsh shows his class to earn place in Golden Contract final

Ryan Walsh after his victory at York Hall Picture: Chris Lakey

Ryan Walsh showed his class to secure a place in the final of the Golden Contract featherweight tournament.

Opinion Neil Featherby: A few home truths when it comes to marathon training, according to veteran runner

Pete Duhig in action. Picture: Pete Duhig

One of the things I like best about these weekly columns is when I know I have caused a reaction which creates further constructive and sensible debate.

Kerr nets two-year deal with Stars and takes over as the new skipper

Lewis Kerr in the pits. Picture: Ian Burt

Lewis Kerr has landed his dream job - as King's Lynn captain!

Opinion Mark Armstrong: How a difficult situation was well handled to ensure the Valentine's 10K went ahead

Action from the Norfolk Gazelles Valentine's 10k run at Easton College. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

Norfolk Gazelles deserve a lot of credit for putting on an excellent Valentine's 10K in very difficult circumstances last weekend.

Business

Firm which trades on its veganism - but buys staff bacon butties

The delivery of bacon and egg baps arrives at the Ethica offices, the self proclaimed vegan digital marketing company at St Giles House. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

Staff at an ethical firm which boasts it is "vegan from the roots up" enjoy a special Friday treat - bacon and sausage butties.

Chef's plans to open wine bar serving platters and charcuterie plates

Red wine being poured into a stem glass at the table. Photo: Getty Images/debyaho/iStockphoto

A chef who grew up in Italy hopes to bring a relaxed, convivial dining style to Norwich when he opens a new wine bar.

New firm opening in Castle Quarter offers chance to 'step inside video game'

The new XIST game is opening in Castle Quarter. Pic: Submitted

Tickets are about to go on sale for a new game activity opening in the Norwich venue - the second announced this week.

Features

Weekend Cook: Make our Jaffa cake sponge

Chocolate Jaffa cake Picture: Charlotte Smith-Jarvis

Follow this week's recipe for a sweet, orange-filled teatime treat.

'We love Suffolk' - why county is part of Woodbridge duck meat brand's DNA

William (right) and Geoffrey Buchanan, who are joint MDs of Gressingham Foods.

Next year will be a significant one for Gressingham Foods, a duck and niche meat products firm which started life in 1971.

new Ever fancied doing a Thelma and Louise? Now's your chance

Flora at a hut by Lake Swift

Though not the film's ending, obviously! Flora Baker and her friend Kim took to the roads of Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada for a trip of a lifetime

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Updated Man stabbed during fight involving number of men near Norwich

Police were called to an incident in the Cavell Road area of Lakenham. Photo: Peter Walsh

A man was stabbed during a fight involving a number of people in Norwich.

Could Norfolk become the UK cannabis capital?

John Barrett (left) of Sentry Norfolk is preparing to plant the agricultural firm's first crop of industrial hemp, while other farmers are being encouraged to explore the potential of growing cannabis for medicinal use. Pictures: Archant

Cannabis is a controversial crop with an increasingly-lucrative world market. Norfolk is already a leading producer of medicinal cannabis - and now the county's farmers are exploring the potential opportunities from non-psychoactive industrial hemp as well. Chris Hill and Caroline Culot report.

Councillor calls on council to resign following meeting chaos

Taila Taylor has called on Attleborough Town Council to resign in its entirety. Picture: Archant/Breckland Council

A councillor who "categorically denies" bullying accusations has said she will resign if the rest of the council does the same.

Missing Hingham man found safe and well

Norfolk Police are appealing for help to trace this man, Adam Harvey, who has been missing since Friday, February 14. Picture: Norfolk Police.

A Hingham man who had been missing since Valentine's Day has been found safe and well.

'Disgusting - council blasted over 'greedy' £70k backdated allowance rise

Shaun and Karen Vincent, leader and chairman of Broadland District Council. Picture: Broadland Conservatives/Denise Bradley

Councillors have been slammed for "disgusting greed" after voting to award themselves backdated allowance rises worth more than £70,000.