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Attleborough

Make up artist offers free makeovers for people struggling to find a job

Make up artist Lina Hallberg is offering free pre-interview makeovers. Photo: Tom Needham

Work starts on 10 new homes in town

(Left to right) Stuart Bisley, director of Breckland Bridge, Paul Pitcher managing director of Wellington Construction, Attleborough Mayor Cllr Tony Crouch and David Winch, the Land Group director. Photo: Courtesy of PR Works

Pensioner killed by lorry as he walked home after having flu jab, court told

Dudley Howe. Photo: Courtesy the family/Norfolk Police

Lorry driver due to go on trial over death of pedestrian

Police at the scene of a crash involving a lorry and a pedestrian on Station Road in Attleborough. Picture Ian Burt.

Aylsham

Are these lights spotted in the sky above Norfolk Elon Musk's SpaceX satellites?

The lights, believed to be SpaceX starlink Satelites, were seen over Youngs Park in Aylsham on January 21. Picture: Candice Steele/ PA

'Doctor said we had more chance of winning the lottery' - Teenager with rare brain condition defies odds

Sally Fletcher and Ben Fletcher. Picture: Victoria Pertusa

Plans for 16 new homes approved on site of former care home

Plans to demolish a former care home to build more than a dozen new homes have been approved. Pictured, St Michael's Hospital, Aylsham. Photo: Antony Kelly

Missing 70-year-old man found

Police were appealing for help to trace a 70-year-old man. Picture: Norfolk Police

Beccles

Department store chain Beales collapses into administration

Beales Department Store in Diss, which has collapsed into administration. Picture: Anthony Carroll

Beales stores at risk as company puts itself up for sale

Beales Department Store in Diss. Picture: Anthony Carroll

Countryside artist's 100 drawings in 100 days will feature in charity exhibition

Artist Kate Batchelor will hold an exhibition at the Norfolk Showground on November 30 after completing 100 drawings in 100 days to raise money for farming mental health charity YANA. Pictured: A combine harvester in the Waveney valley. Picture: Ferini Media

Meet the Norfolk bull who charged north and beat the Scots at their own game

Nicola Chapman with Waveney Harnser, her national supreme champion Belted Galloway bull at Carr Farm in Burgh St Peter. Picture: Chris Hill

Bungay

New lease of life for historic 18th Century buildings

The former Bungay branch of Lloyds Bank. Picture: Nick Butcher

The grape escape: Why 2019 could be a vintage year for East Anglian wine, despite the downpours

Hannah Witchell with the first commercial crop of pinot noir grapes grown at Flint Vineyard in Earsham, near Bungay. Picture: Chris Hill

Watch: Rock musicians ride mobility scooters for video in Great Yarmouth

Little Red Kings, a band influenced by 1970s rock, rode mobility scooters around Great Yarmouth for a music video which will be released on March 1.

'Electric cars definitely are the future for the moment': 24-hour electric car charging station opens in town

Launch of the new EO charging points at The Urban Jungle in Beccles L-R Richard Rout (Cabinet member for environment and public protection), Richard Seppings Anglia Car Charging, Charlie Jardine ( EO Charging) and Peter Frost, Environment Strategy Officer for Suffolk County Council, Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN

Cromer

First McDonald's restaurant on north Norfolk coast step closer

Proposed McDonald's restaurant in Cromer. Pictures: NNDC planning documents

Mum writes, stars in and produces 'There's no place like Cromer' solo show

‘'There'’s no place like Cromer' with Katie-anna Whiting. Pictures: Katie-anna Whiting

Norfolk woman selected as BAFTA competition finalist

Included in the BAFTA finalists is Angie Wordingham, the assistant manager at the Cromer Regal Movieplex. Picture: BAFTA

Town aims for coach friendly status for economy boost

Cromer Town Council are hoping to speak to North Norfolk District Council (NNDC) about the possibility of the town becoming coach friendly. Picture: Paul Chesterton/ Phil Harris

Dereham

Councillors agree to over 200 new homes despite 'traffic buildup' concerns

Plans to build 216 homes off Swanton Road in Dereham have been approved. Picture: Google

Hundreds of new homes refused by councillors after 'rat run' warnings

More than 250 homes could be build off Yaxham Road and Dumpling Green in Dereham. Picture: Google

Controversial plans for new 255-home estate set to get council approval

More than 250 homes could be build off Yaxham Road and Dumpling Green in Dereham. Picture: Google

Meet Norfolk's Cinderella bride

Theatre Royal's panto stars, Prince Charming ( David Witts) and Cinderella (Kara-Lianne Jones), join Charlotte Coyle who has won a 'Cinderella' wedding dress from La Belle Angele. The winning dress is not pictured, so as not to spoil the surprise. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

Diss

Men caught on CCTV shocked to be linked with pensioner theft

Osman Salimov and Salim Baranov, who were work at Pizza House in Eye, were arrested over the theft of cash from a pensioner in Diss but no further action will be taken against them. Picture: Simon Parkin

'Terrible blow for the town': Diss shoppers' reaction to Beales collapse

Beales store in Diss faces uncertain futuire after national chain went into administration. Picture: Simon Parkin

Wellbeing choir hits high notes for cancer research

Michael Dann (right) and Debbie Adams (left) of Cancer Research UK, with members of Discord, The Wellbeing Choir. Picture: Angela Sharpe Photography

Department store chain Beales collapses into administration

Beales Department Store in Diss, which has collapsed into administration. Picture: Anthony Carroll

Downham Market

'Another nail in our coffin'- shop owner says commuter parking is knocking trade

Spolit for Choice on Bridge Street in Downham Market. Picture: Sarah Hussain

Neighbours criticise eyesore building which 'brings down the area'

Ivy House on Railway Road in Downham Market has deteriorated over the years. Picture: Sarah Hussain

Claims that town hall changes will destroy club

Downham Market Town Hall. Picture: Sarah Hussain

'Support your local shops'- bakery boss's message to public

Sally Gooding (left), Kelly Dent, Susan Gooding-Lewis (centre), Carol McComas, Janine McPherson. Picture: Sarah Hussain

Fakenham

Lack of action over town's post office closure branded 'embarassing'

Martin's, the Miller's Walk newagents and post office set to close PICTURE: Matthew Farmer

Marathon man's bid to pay back charity for career boost

Sam Dack, former manager at Fakenham charity Fitzroy is running the London Marathon to raise money for them. Picture: Sam Dack

'Get fit and stop eating rubbish' - sport centre's call to Norfolk's youth

Carl Fairbrother, the general manager of the Fakenham Sports and Fitness Centre. Picture: Archant.

Council puts new houses on hold after 'fanciful' proposal

A CGI mock-up of one of the houses which will be on Lovell's Rudham Stile Lane Estate in Fakenham. Picture: Lovell

Gorleston

Inquest into death of newborn baby faces possible delays

James Paget University Hospital in Gorleston. Photo: James Paget University Hospital

Date set for inquest of three-year-old Ava-May Littleboy

Ava-May Littleboy, who died after being thrown from a trampoline in Gorleston. Picture: Courtesy of the Littleboy Family

Firefighters tackle house blaze in town

Firefighters tackled a blaze at a home on Crab Lane in Gorleston. Picture: Google Maps

Air ambulance responds after woman suffers medical emergency

The East of England Ambulance Service and the rapid response vehicle from the East Anglian Air Ambulance responded. Picture: Library

Great Yarmouth

Department store chain Beales collapses into administration

Beales Department Store in Diss, which has collapsed into administration. Picture: Anthony Carroll

Warnings of 'ghettos' over rate of office-to-flat conversions in Norwich

Pablo Fanque House, Norwich. Picture: Jamie Honeywood

Air ambulance responds after man in 40s is injured in crash

The East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) responded following a crash in Great Yarmouth. Photo: EAAA

Woman to stand trial next month for murder of 60-year-old who fell down stairs

The police presence on South Market Road, Great Yarmouth after Linda Rainey (pictured) was confirmed dead after falling down the stairs. Picture: Jamie Honeywood/Norfolk Police

Holt

Prominent listed building in town centre could become seven flats

Plans to convert listed building in Holt into flats. Picture: NNDC planning documents

Much-missed restaurant could return to town

Plans for new Holt restaurant on site of former Yetmans. Norwich Road view with No 37 to left and No 39 to right. Pictures: NNDC planning documents/ James Lee Studio

Demand for new Norfolk Lights Express soars

Demand for the Norfolk Lights Express has soared . Picture: Victoria Pertusa

Councillors to discuss vandalised toilets in town

Toilets have been vandalised in Holt town centre. Picture: David Bale

Hunstanton

New nail bar business could be set to open in Norfolk seaside town

Plans to convert a former shop on Hunstanton high street to a nail bar have been submitted to the council. Photo: Google Streetview

Dog hurt in crash which saw driver fail to stop

Police say the incident happened on Park Road, in Hunstanton Picture: Google

Let the games begin - Hunstanton role play festival

The Hunstanton town sign (photo: Chris Bishop)

'Love is at the centre of it all'- community joins international effort to help Australian wildlife

Peta Steel, 47, an Australian living in Hunstanton has joined the efforts to help raise awareness of the Australian bushfires. Pictures: Peta Steel

King's Lynn

Lorry driver arrested after cyclist dies in A47 crash

The crash happened on the A47 between the Saddlebow Interchange and the Hardwick Roundabout Picture: Ian Burt

'This could happen to anyone, talk to your children' - Couple's plea after son's inquest

Jake Fleckney Picture courtesy of the Fleckney family

Councillors warned they could be 'failing in their duty' to provide school

How the new Gayton Primary School could look. Pic: NPS.

I received that NHS email - and here's why I forwarded it

Doreen Livermore (l) died at Amberley Hall Care Home in King's Lynn after she was attacked. Her children, Roy and Valerie had warned for weeks about a violent resident at the home who assaulted her Photo: Livermore Family/Archant

Lowestoft

Recruitment open days to be held at popular theme park

Recruitment open days are being held at Pleasurewood Hills in Lowestoft. Picture: Mick Howes

Beach hut damaged on popular promenade

Beach huts along Lowestoft promenade. A beach hut near to the Claremont Pier was damaged. Picture: Mick Howes

Executed for 'witchcraft': harrowing tale of how Suffolk court ordered innocent pair's death

A Tryal of Witches at the Assizes held at Bury St Edmonds is being auctioned by Sworders. Picture: SWORDERS

Department store chain Beales collapses into administration

Beales Department Store in Diss, which has collapsed into administration. Picture: Anthony Carroll

North Walsham

'There's a lot here to celebrate' - Is this really Norfolk's 'forgotten' town?

North Walsham is in danger of becoming Norfolk's 'forgotten town', a councillor has claimed. Photo: Brittany Woodman

Hospital getting back to normal after possible legionella contamination

North Walsham and District War Memorial Hospital. Picture: Google Maps

Fears that bacteria which can cause Legionnaire's Disease found in hospital

North Walsham and District War Memorial Hospital. Picture: Google Maps

Wetherspoon issue back on the agenda in Norfolk town

The former North Walsham Town Council office in New Road, North Walsham, which could become a Wetherspoon pub. Picture: GOOGLE STREETVIEW

Norwich

New bar set for Panda site despite rates row

Panda Bar in Redwell Street will continue to operate as a bar or restaurant. Pictures: Archant

Serious concerns raised over council-owned firm failing to carry out audit

Serious fears have been raised over a council-owned companys failure to comply with auditors instructions, it has emerged. Pictured, the opening of the Passivhaus homes at Rayne Park, Bowthorpe. Photo: Denise Bradley

How this Norwich scientist is working to avert a global food disaster

Local solutions to a global problem: Norwich-based Peter van Esse is one of the scientists working to build rust resistance in soybean plants, a fungus that severely blights soy crops Photo: Peter van Esse

Warnings of 'ghettos' over rate of office-to-flat conversions in Norwich

Pablo Fanque House, Norwich. Picture: Jamie Honeywood

Sheringham

Loving tribute paid to 'the man from the golf'

Peter Wragg, centre, at the Beeson Hills Putting Green with visitors dressed up for the 1940s weekend last year. Picture: Supplied by Millie Wragg

Air ambulance called to medical emergency

An air ambulance was called to Sheringham. Picture shows a generic air ambulance. Picture: Chris Bishop

Take a video tour of new swimming pool and gym

The new Sheringham Leisure Centre could look like this. Photo: Submitted

Writer's journey from New York to California via Norfolk

California Sands. Picture: JP Appleton/iwitness24

Swaffham

Gaming store blames closure on tough times for retail

Gaming store Henchmans, run by Swaffham deputy mayor Keith Sandle and his wife, Sandra, is set to close. Picture: Courtesy of Keith Sandle

Here's your chance to bid for a champion turkey for Christmas dinner

'Team Turkey' preparing for the TW Gaze Christmas Poultry Show and Sale at Diss Auction Rooms. From left: Tom Miller, Dan Woods and Jenna Goodall Browne. Picture: TW Gaze

What makes Breckland the 'farming equivalent of Canary Wharf'?

Heygate Farms manager William Gribbon was one of the winners at the 2019 National Potato Industry Awards. Picture: Ian Burt

Illegal rave was 50th birthday bash, court told

Malcolm Pitcher admitted organising an illegal rave when he appeared at King's Lynn Magistrates Court Picture: Chris Bishop

Thetford

See inside first homes on town's growing 5,000 estate as families move in

Lee Barnard, Sales and Marketing Director of Hopkins Homes. Picture: Neil Didsbury

Overrun play group calls for more baby health clinics as demand soars

Stephanie Tipple and Melissa Blades with their children at 'Tea and Tots' in East Harling. Photo: Emily Thomson

Have your say: What is the future of Thetford's town centre?

Thetford Town Councillor Mike Brindle calls for a united vision to plan for town's future. Photo: Emily Thomson

'We don't have enough imagination' - town warned it must be creative to bring 'real change'

Thetford and Breckland councillor Mike Brindle wants to improve the town for generations to come. Photo: Emily Thomson

Watton

Pet owners warned after man was attacked in attempt to steal his dog

Tommy Georgiou was attacked in Watton, at Church Walk, in an attempt to steal his dog Norman, an English Bull Terrier. Photo: Peter Georgiou

Tapas restaurant coming to Norfolk town

A tapas bar is set to open in Watton. Picture: Socius

Could Wayland become the best place to stay in Norfolk?

Wayland is being advertised as the perfect place for a cycling holiday. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

Families turn out in force for colourful Watton Carnival

Action from the Watton Carnival 2019. Picture: Jamie Honeywood

Wells-next-the-Sea

New call to support our lifeboats

From left Angel, Darren and Phil Eaglen of the Wells lifeboat crew. Photograph: RNLI.

Disappointment as familiar landmark and tourist destination closes for maintenance

Ton Brouwer is the captain of The Albatros in Wells, which is closed for maintenance. Picture: Ian Burt

Co-creator of Spitting Image says new series will target Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin

Roger Law co-created Spitting Image which is returning to TV screens. In his ceramics studio in Wells. Picture: Ian Burt

Completion of Spitfire memorial project put back to Spring

How the Spitfire will look at Langham Dome. Pictures: Planning Documents

Wisbech

Two jailed for 'shocking and extreme violence'

Daniel Cockerill (left) and Nick Fisher. Picture: Cambridgeshire Police

Man with 'child' girlfriend placed on Sex Offenders Register

A man has been placed on the sex offenders register Picture: Clara Molden/PA Wire

Butcher shut down by health inspectors after mouse droppings and 'wee' found

Maipop Farm in Walsoken, where mouse droppings were found in the butcher's shop Picture: Harry Rutter

Police dogs track driver who flipped car

The driver of this car fled the scene of crashing. Picture: Fenland Police

Wroxham and Broads

Broads Authority set to charge petrol and diesel users higher river tolls

An aerial image of a Broads sailing boat, taken by John Fielding from his microlight aircraft. Picture: John Fielding

New book on the history of The Broads tells some fascinating stories

Another glorious day on The Broads Picture: James Bass

Wymondham

'A very fine young man'- Tribute to 25-year-old found dead in overturned car off A47

Tributes have been paid to Luke Boorman who was found dead off the A47. Picture: Submitted

Stunning pictures of amazing sunrises and sunsets over Norfolk

Sunset Over Wymondham Abbey, 29122019

Police praise sensible motorists after more than 75 negative drink drive breath tests

Police praised sensible drivers after more than 75 breath tests failed to find anyone over the drink drive limit. Pic: John Giles/PA Wire

Main road into town closed after crash

Police on the scene of a crash on Norwich Road, Wymondham. Picture: South Norfolk Police

News in Your Town

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Council to spend £1.2m to buy farm on the route of NDR Western Link

Pump Farm at Weston Longville. Pic: Google Maps

'Inconsiderate parking' stops buses on Norfolk street

Buses have been prevented from getting up or down Eastgate Street in North Elmham, between Fakenham and Dereham. Picture: Supplied

'When I saw the gun I froze' - couple targeted by armed robbers in scam £9,000 eBay car sale

$Jamie Hallam, who suffered fractures to his nose, eye socket and cheek bone after being attacked in Manchester. Picture: Jamie Hallam$

Video FARKE: City chief on 2-1 FA Cup win at Burnley and why Idah and Leitner did not feature

Norwich City head coach Daniel Farke hailed his shadow squad after a 2-1 FA Cup fourth round win over Burnley
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images Ltd

See inside first homes on town's growing 5,000 estate as families move in

Lee Barnard, Sales and Marketing Director of Hopkins Homes. Picture: Neil Didsbury

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