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Why are security guards patrolling outside the Aviva buildings?

One of the city's largest employers is deploying security guards to cover its staff's walk to work.

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Francis Redwood

Plans lodged to turn social club into pharmacy in Norfolk's 'gingerbread town'

A building in Norfolk's gingerbread town' that has served the community for decades could get a new lease of life as a pharmacy.

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Owen Sennitt

Thetford vets win award for prioritising staff wellbeing

A veterinary practice has been recognised for prioritising staff wellbeing.

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Sophie Skyring

Villagers face anxious wait as decision looms for homes met with 400 objections

Dozens of homes are set to be built in a Norfolk village despite a huge amount of backlash that led to 400 letters of objections being submitted.

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Owen Sennitt

Food stall on Norwich Market for nearly a decade put up for sale

A food stall on Norwich Market which has served customers for nearly a decade is for sale.

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Francis Redwood

Work to begin on long-awaited housing development in spring

Work on a long-awaited housing development could start in the next few months.

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Eleanor Storey

Council says measures from Rachel Reeves budget mean it will need to make deeper cuts

Services provided by Norfolk County Council might have to be pared back to the bare minimum because of measures introduced in the budget, its...

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Dan Grimmer

Norfolk youngsters play on hallowed turf at home of English rugby

Youngsters from Norfolk were given the opportunity to take to the field at the home of English rugby over the weekend.

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David Hannant

Maths whizzes gather for day of talks and challenges at symposium

Maths whizzes from four Norfolk schools came together for a day of talks and challenges at a Maths Symposium.

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Sophie Skyring

School's support helps pupil secure dream job

A student is embarking on her chosen career as a chartered surveyor without running up all the debt that university can bring.

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Sophie Skyring

Concern for hedgehogs as RSPCA face 'busiest season'

The RSPCA is worried about the health of hedgehogs across Norfolk and the rest of the country.

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Sophie Skyring

Mystery of time capsule buried under city centre landmark

For 50 years a time capsule has remained buried under a city centre landmark.

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Francis Redwood

Why the East MUST win lucrative North Sea decommissioning contracts over Holland

Businesses in the East could make tens of millions of pounds from removing old oil and gas structures in the North Sea - if Dutch firms don't...

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Adam Barker

'Sweet-natured' carer found drowned following tragic foraging mix-up

A dedicated carer, who struggled with hallucinations following a foraging event that left him comatose, was found drowned in a river. 

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Holidaymaker dies after falling at Norfolk hotel on bowling trip

A beloved grandfather who was visiting the Norfolk coast on a bowling holiday died after falling at a seaside hotel.  

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Councillors vote to give themselves pay rise despite financial turmoil

Members of City Hall have voted to give themselves a pay rise above the rate of inflation.

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Eleanor Storey

Death notices: 'Treasured' grandad and 'dearest' great-great-nan

The Eastern Daily Press published 57 death notices last week including those of a 'treasured' grandad and 'dearest' great-great-nan.

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Swan invasion brings A47 to standstill for commuters

Traffic came to a standstill on the A47 this morning after two swans obstructed a roundabout. 

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Amy Mackrill

Award-winning vineyard to host Christmas market with street food and live music

Sip some mulled wine and browse artisan stalls as a vineyard hosts a Christmas fayre complete with live music and street food. 

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Amy Mackrill

New HMO bid unveiled for town centre

A second bid has been made that could see new accommodation unveiled above a shop in a coastal town centre.

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Mark Boggis

Two towns are gearing up for Christmas with a Victorian twist

Two towns are preparing to take a step back in time for their annual Christmas light switch-ons. 

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Phoebe Ozanne

Work starts on 173 new homes in seaside village

Work has started on the first phase of a new housing development in a village near Great Yarmouth.

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Robbie Bennett

Six people arrested during knife crackdown in Norfolk

Six people have been arrested during a week-long knife crackdown in Norfolk. 

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Robbie Bennett

What is happening to town's Wilko store site?

People in a market town are still asking about what could be in store for their former Wilko site.

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Danielle Champ

See inside this ‘superb’ Edwardian home in Golden Triangle for sale at £900k

A characterful Edwardian family home in the Golden Triangle has hit the market.

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Charles Bliss

Buck passing blamed for Norfolk's flooding woes... as MPs say issue should be 'sexy'

Buck passing must stop and money pumped in to protect Norfolk and Waveney from further devastating floods, the region's MPs have demanded.

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Dan Grimmer

Weather forecast forces delay to dismantling of crane towering over Norwich Castle

Plans to dismantle the tower crane which has loomed over Norwich Castle for the past four years have had to be postponed.

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Dan Grimmer

Specialist search for man missing for two months unsuccessful

A specialist and focused search for a man missing for more than two months has proved unsuccessful.

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Ollie Radcliffe

Developer wins controversial shops and flats bid in Norfolk village

A developer has won a fight to build flats and shops in a rural village after taking his cause to government officials.

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Owen Sennitt

Jack Hunt School students recognised for dedication to volunteering

Seven students from Jack Hunt School have been honoured for their exceptional volunteer work.

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Sophie Skyring

Final section for major housing development on city outskirts gets green light

The final section of a major housing development on the city outskirts has been given the green light.

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Eleanor Storey

Council declares war on 'rats the size of dogs' in coastal village

Authorities are battling a colony of rats 'the size of dogs' that have taken up residence in a coastal village's car park.

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Jack Warren

Tesco store is transformed into battery of cultural ideas

Families are being urged to "dive in" and explore a coastal town's latest creative space.

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Mark Boggis

Norfolk rum shop and bar wins major award

A Norfolk bar, which relocated to a bigger site this summer, was one of the winners at The Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2024. 

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Louisa Baldwin

New Steps musical coming to Norwich on major tour

A new musical from pop band Steps is heading to Norwich on a major tour and it would be a tragedy to miss it. 

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Louisa Baldwin

Cadet funding cuts 'stripping away opportunities' for young people

Plans to cut funding for cadet schemes in schools risk "stripping away opportunities" for young people, critics have said.

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Owen Sennitt

Last chance to have say on controversial farm bid which has sparked 15,000 objections

A bid to create one of the biggest livestock farming sites in Europe that has drawn 15,000 objections is facing its final hurdle before a decision...

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Owen Sennitt

Travellers say council will have to 'drag them off' cul-de-sac site as tensions rise

Tensions are rising in a Norfolk cul-de-sac after a family of travellers vowed to resist efforts to remove their illegally-pitched caravans from...

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Eleanor Storey

Village's £1m community hall is finally completed after numerous setbacks

A village's new community hall which cost more than £1 million has finally been completed after its opening date was repeatedly delayed due to a...

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

Details announced for EDP carol service

Details of one of Norfolk's biggest carol concerts have been announced.

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Sophie Skyring

Winners announced at glittering care awards ceremony

The dedication of Black Swan Care Group staff was celebrated at a glittering awards ceremony.

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Sophie Skyring

First Bus East of England employee wins manager of the year award

A head of operations for a bus company has won a national award.

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Sophie Skyring

Row erupts at City Hall over fly-tipping near primary school

A row has erupted at City Hall over rampant fly-tipping outside a primary school.

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

Water refill points at Greater Anglia stations upgraded

Water refill points at Greater Anglia rail stations have been upgraded.

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Sophie Skyring

Norfolk blue light collaboration shortlisted for national award

A partnership between Norfolk's ambulance and fire services has been shortlisted for a national award.

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Sophie Skyring

Opticians 'defying the odds' celebrates a century of success

Founded in Norwich in 1924, opticians and hearing care provider Cecil Amey is a true independent business celebrating its 100th anniversary this...

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Adam Barker

'Exotic' animal skulls seized by police at auction house

Numerous exotic animal skulls have been seized by Suffolk police at an auction house. 

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Phoebe Ozanne

Family's anguish over horserider who decided to end her life leads to epic quest

A leading Norfolk equestrian will be part of a team to cycle more than 1,000km in memory of her sister-in-law who ended her life in Switzerland...

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Danielle Champ

First for city department store as new delivery fleet unveiled for Christmas

A city department store has unveiled its first fleet of delivery vehicles as it continues to expand.

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Emily Goodwin

City Hall leader branded 'dictator' amid overhaul of meeting rules

The leader of City Hall has been branded a "dictator" after overhauling meeting rules for the first time in years.

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Eleanor Storey

Green light for massive new business site in busy retail park

Plans for a massive new business hub in a busy retail park just outside the city have been given the green light.

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

Defendant says he 'never meant to harm' man he caught taking drugs outside his flat

A man accused of murdering a 59-year-old he caught taking drugs outside his flat has said he never meant to cause him any harm.

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Peter Walsh

Why you should take urgent action to mouse-proof your home

The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is urging people in the region to be wary of signs of mice in their homes this autumn.

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Sophie Skyring

Fishing museum to host array of Christmas activities

A West Norfolk museum devoted to the local fishing community is launching a Christmas trail and activities. 

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Sophie Skyring

Historical society meetings set to explore various topics

An upcoming historical society meeting will delve into an archaeological dig.

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Sophie Skyring

Proposal for kebab shop on city centre outskirts mysteriously withdrawn

Proposals for a new takeaway have mysteriously been withdrawn mere days before the council's decision was due to be given.

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Francis Redwood

Knifeman arrested after police hunt in city park

A knifeman has been arrested after armed police were seen patrolling in a Norwich park. 

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Louisa Baldwin

Victim of fatal crash on A47 identified

A woman who died in a fatal crash on the A47 has been identified following a Norfolk Police appeal. 

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Louisa Baldwin

City chippy reopens under new management after major revamp

A chippy in the heart of Norwich's Golden Triangle has reopened under new management following a major revamp. 

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Louisa Baldwin

'Truly magnificent': Businesses shine as glittering gala hits spotlight

The talent, excellence and inspiration that shines in East Suffolk has hit the spotlight once more.

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Mark Boggis

Tragedy on Marston Marshes... young father's suicide as he waited for help

A young father who became frustrated with the length of time it took him to receive support for his ADHD and autism took his own life, a court has...

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Donna-Louise Bishop

School's early years provision gets thumbs up from inspectors

The youngest pupils at a school on the edge of Norwich are receiving an "outstanding" education, inspectors have said.

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David Hannant

Norfolk charity receives King's Award for Voluntary Service

A Norfolk homeless charity has been honoured with a significant award from the King. 

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Sophie Skyring

A 'dream come true': Behind the scenes of £145m Gull Wing bridge opening

It is the largest rolling bascule bridge in the world lifted using hydraulic cylinders.

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Mark Boggis

More than 600 bombs on the seabed could be exploded off Norfolk coast

More than 600 unexploded Second World War bombs lying on the seabed off the Norfolk coast could be exploded in preparation for the creation of...

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Owen Sennitt

Bishop of Norwich 'deeply concerned' over farming inheritance tax changes

The Bishop of Norwich  is "deeply concerned" about the impact of inheritance tax changes on small farmers, and has tabled a string of questions on...

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Dan Grimmer

'Much-needed' pharmacy to open on city outskirts

The opening date of a new independent pharmacy on the edge of the city has been announced. 

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

Man admits cannabis production after police raid at home near Norwich

An Albanian national has admitted being involved in a cannabis factory found in a home near Norwich.

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Peter Walsh

Aspiring DJ died on A47 after mental health bed shortage brought him to Norfolk

An aspiring DJ who died on the A47 after absconding from hospital was in Norfolk because there were no mental health beds available nearer to his...

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David Hannant

Severe weather plan activated to support rough sleepers

A council has activated its Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) for those sleeping rough or at risk of homelessness.

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Mark Boggis

Coffee shop leaves popular city food hall after two-year stint

A Norfolk coffee shop has announced it will no longer be serving hot drinks to customers from its Norwich base.

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Emily Goodwin

Shock over young woman found dead in flat

Neighbours have expressed sadness at the death of a young woman in Great Yarmouth.

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Daniel Hickey

Woman found dead in flat is named

A woman who was found dead in her flat in Great Yarmouth has been named locally.

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Daniel Hickey

Norfolk hospital faces action over 'racist and misogynistic' culture

Norfolk's largest hospital has been hit with extraordinary allegations of racist and misogynistic behaviour by senior staff towards junior...

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David Hannant

Luxury holiday resort's bid for 51 wave suites with sea view approved

A five-star holiday resort based on the Norfolk coast has been given the green light for a major expansion. The new development at Potters Resorts...

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Bruno Brown

Last chance to buy tickets for this year's EDP Business Awards

Time is running out to purchase tickets for the EDP Business Awards 2024. 

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Adam Barker

Beloved arts and crafts store has finally reopened after maintenance delays

A beloved arts and craft store in a market town has officially reopened after "essential maintenance" delays. 

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Phoebe Ozanne

New awards recognise excellence in sustainability and education

If your business or organisation has made impressive strides with implementing sustainable initiatives and educating others in this field, then the...

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Ashley Lamond

School's bid to go green leads to solar panel plan

A school hopes to have solar panels powering it on after submitting a bid to have them installed.

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Danielle Champ

Man arrested after car hits traffic lights and smashes into house

A man has been arrested after a car smashed its way through a street in Great Yarmouth.

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Weather warning issued across Norfolk amid risk of snow showers

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice across Norfolk.

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

REVEALED: How much 'explosive' load was dumped off Great Yarmouth by giant cargo ship

A damaged cargo ship carrying 20,000 tonnes of 'potentially explosive' ammonium nitrate docked at Great Yarmouth without knowing that 300 tonnes of...

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Exclusive By Bruno Brown

Northern Ballet’s A Christmas Carol, Norwich Theatre Royal review

Northern Ballet dance their way through Dickens in this snowy, sparkling Christmas treat.

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James Goffin

Norfolk's 'poshest village' celebrates new Christmas lights

A coastal village unveiled its new Christmas lights for the festive season over the weekend. 

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Danielle Champ

Battle of Cutthroat Lane sees planning row over bungalow bid

A man who has lived at his property for 30 years has appealed a decision to stop him building a bungalow for his wife. 

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Danielle Champ

Rumble of the Rumbles - New chippy sparks name confusion

Fish and chip fans have been left bewildered by the striking resemblance of a new chippy to one just miles away. 

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Santa's elves to compete in Olympic-style contest for cancer charity

A charity has announced a festive fundraising event to support young cancer patients.

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Sarah Cartlidge

Person injured after being hit by car in Norwich

A person has been injured after being hit by a car on a major road in Norwich.

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Passenger injured after van and car crash on busy road

A passenger has been injured following a two-vehicle crash on a busy road in King's Lynn.

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Man arrested after incident near north Norfolk farm shop

A man has been arrested after an incident near a farm shop in north Norfolk. 

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Snow falls across Norfolk ahead of new weather warning

Snow has fallen across Norfolk this afternoon ahead of a new weather warning from the Met Office.

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Robbie Bennett

Woman freed from overturned car after village crash

A woman had to be freed from an overturned car following a crash in a village near Attleborough.

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Robbie Bennett

Flood warning issued for Norfolk Broads

People living on the Norfolk Broads are being advised to expect flooding as a warning has been issued.

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Paris Maben-Hume

UEA to cut 170 full-time jobs amid financial turmoil

The University of East Anglia is set to cut 170 full-time jobs amid ongoing financial turmoil. 

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Paris Maben-Hume

Norfolk market town named one of top places to visit this Christmas

A town in north Norfolk has been named one of the top places to visit in England this Christmas. 

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Robbie Bennett

Two Norfolk roast dinners named among best in UK

Two restaurants in Norfolk have been named as having some of the country's best roast dinners in the prestigious Good Food Guide.

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Opening date revealed for huge new funeral home in city suburb

The opening date for a huge new funeral home and service hall in the city suburbs has been revealed. 

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Emily Goodwin

Norfolk social work team named overall winners at national awards

A "remarkable" Norfolk social work team has been named as the overall social workers of the year at a national awards event.

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Sophie Skyring

City marks nearly 30 years since famous chocolate factory closed

For more than 100 years the aroma of chocolate would waft daily across the city centre.

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

Man denies sexually assaulting woman in Norwich city centre

A man is to stand trial accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Norwich.

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Peter Walsh

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