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5 public notices to be aware of in Norfolk this week

Here are five public notices to be aware of in Norfolk this week.

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Faye Minton

Mystery remains over ownership of deadly Norfolk shipwreck once sold for £25

Mystery remains over ownership of deadly Norfolk shipwreck once sold for £25

An investigation into the ownership of a shipwreck on a Norfolk beach where a holidaymaker drowned has stalled, amid an ongoing mystery over who is...

yesterday 10

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Police find missing 29-year-old man from Norwich

A missing man has been found.

yesterday 9

Eastern Daily Press

Faye Minton

'It's going to be a happy little place' - New vendor opening on north Norfolk coast

'It's going to be a happy little place' - New vendor opening on north Norfolk coast

A new food vendor serving breakfasts and lunches is launching on the north Norfolk coast in the spring.

yesterday 9

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Emily Goodwin

Plans for holiday lodges and camping pods on Roman fort set for green light

Plans for holiday lodges and camping pods on part of an ancient Roman coastal fort look set to get the go-ahead.

yesterday 9

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Chris Bishop

7 celebrities who were spotted in Norfolk in 2025

Stars of Coronation Street, Star Wars, Taskmaster and Gavin and Stacey were among the celebrities spotted in Norfolk in 2025.

yesterday 8

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Faye Minton

Norwich Cathedral named one of Britain's 'loveliest'

Norwich Cathedral has been hailed as one of the "loveliest" in Britain.

yesterday 8

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Faye Minton

Village could get 'mini-estate' on land where house is to be demolished

Village could get 'mini-estate' on land where house is to be demolished

A 'mini-estate' of eight new homes could be built in a village in the grounds of a house set for demolition.

yesterday 9

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Chris Bishop

Extra lodges for anglers at rural country park turned down over fears for wildlife

Extra lodges for anglers at rural country park turned down over fears for wildlife

Plans for extra accommodation for anglers at a rural country park have been turned down for a second time over fears for wildlife.

yesterday 8

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Chris Bishop

Go-ahead for new EV charging station at 'strategic' location where A-roads meet

Go-ahead for new EV charging station at 'strategic' location where A-roads meet

A new charging station for electric vehicles has been given the go-ahead where the A47 and A17 meet in Norfolk.

yesterday 8

Eastern Daily Press

Chris Bishop

Village's new housing development 'cannot be used for second homes'

Plans for new houses and flats on the site of a former village school look set to get the go-ahead - as long as they can't become second homes and...

yesterday 8

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Chris Bishop

7 of the most Googled topics in Norwich in 2025

So much happened in Norwich in 2025.

yesterday 7

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Faye Minton

Search for missing man last seen leaving his home in Norwich

A man who went missing from his home in Norwich has been found.

yesterday 7

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Faye Minton

King greets well-wishers ahead of church service at Sandringham

The King greeted well-wishers as he attended a church service in Sandringham.

yesterday 7

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Faye Minton

11 West End musicals coming to Norwich in 2026

Mamma Mia! Norwich Theatre Royal has a stellar line-up of West End musicals heading to the city in 2026. 

yesterday 7

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Emily Goodwin

'Brightest year yet' for illuminated light show at National Trust estate

A Christmas light trail that takes place annually at a Norfolk National Trust estate has enjoyed its most magical year to date.

yesterday 7

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Emily Goodwin

Family thanks those who gave them precious time to say goodbye to their son

Family thanks those who gave them precious time to say goodbye to their son

Three years ago, just before Christmas, life for the Leathers family changed forever. 

yesterday 7

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Five of the best treasure finds in Norfolk for 2025

Five of the best treasure finds in Norfolk for 2025

Treasure finds in England hit a record high, with Norfolk once again producing more than any other county.

yesterday 6

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Norfolk whisky distillery says government has 'inflicted misery' on drinks industry

Norfolk whisky distillery says government has 'inflicted misery' on drinks industry

The boss of a Norfolk distillery has accused the government of "inflicting misery" on the drinks and hospitality industry by hiking taxes and...

yesterday 6

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Adam Barker

Fruit farm's busy winter preparing for another season of berries and breakthroughs

Fruit farm's busy winter preparing for another season of berries and breakthroughs

At a time of year more associated with hearty roast dinners, it may feel like a summertime bowl of fresh homegrown strawberries is a long way away.

yesterday 5

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Chris Hill

Mystery over major police presence in quiet village

Mystery over major police presence in quiet village

Locals in Shotesham have reported a significant police presence in the village, at two separate locations.

yesterday 5

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Family's shock as TYRE VALVE turns up in Waitrose Christmas pud

Family's shock as TYRE VALVE turns up in Waitrose Christmas pud

Finding a coin in your Christmas pudding traditionally means wealth and good fortune lies ahead.

yesterday 5

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

REVEALED: The number of times police have been called out to Old Library since 2019

REVEALED: The number of times police have been called out to Old Library since 2019

Norfolk police have been called out to the Old Library in the city several times since the restaurant there closed.

yesterday 5

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Danielle Champ

Christmas Day 'ruined' after pub cancels £270 family meal

A family say they had their Christmas Day "ruined" after a Norfolk pub cancelled their £270 meal on the day.

yesterday 8

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Katie Drake

5 new openings that city locals went crazy for this year

5 new openings that city locals went crazy for this year

From new restaurants to a multinational chain returning to the city, here are five of the city's biggest openings of 2025.

yesterday 5

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Emily-Rose Thompson

When are the bank holiday dates for 2026?

With Christmas done for another year and the new year just around the corner, many people will be looking forward to the bank holidays in 2026.

yesterday 5

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Iona Goodall

Village road near Norfolk coast to close in the new year for bridge repairs

Motorists have been warned of disruption as a Norfolk village road will close in the new year.

yesterday 5

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Matthew Senior

Fisherman makes surprise catch as he ends up with SEAL in his net (20 miles inland!)

Fishermen are known for their tall tales, but a surprise catch for one angler on the Norfolk Broads has left him with a story he really will be...

yesterday 5

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Matthew Senior

Flood concerns over housing development on former school site

Concerns have been raised regarding the potential flood risk of a planned new housing development in Fakenham.

yesterday 5

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Matthew Senior

Why Norfolk's 'gingerbread town' is popular with foodies

Why Norfolk's 'gingerbread town' is popular with foodies

With some of the UK's best bakeries and restaurants serving top-quality food, there is something for everyone in this quaint Norfolk town.

yesterday 10

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Emily Goodwin

Norwich vape shop owner told he cannot have LED signs on shop front

Norwich vape shop owner told he cannot have LED signs on shop front

The owner of a vape shop in the city has been told he cannot have his LED lights on.

yesterday 7

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Danielle Champ

Hippodrome Christmas show comes to dramatic climax as firework sets fire to curtain

Hippodrome Christmas show comes to dramatic climax as firework sets fire to curtain

A firework caused a blaze inside a historic theatre during its annual Christmas show.

yesterday 5

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Man escapes jail for cocaine-fuelled harassment of ex-girlfriend

Man escapes jail for cocaine-fuelled harassment of ex-girlfriend

A man threatened to put a brick through his ex-girlfriend's skull and blow her house up in a string of threatening messages.

previous day 9

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Peter Walsh

Roadworks to cause almost three months of disruption on busy Norwich street

Roadworks to cause almost three months of disruption on busy Norwich street

Drivers are facing almost three months of disruption in the new year because of a £300,000 project to revamp a set of traffic lights.

previous day 8

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Dan Grimmer

5 magical films with scenes shot in Norfolk

5 magical films with scenes shot in Norfolk

From Hollywood blockbusters to fairytale fantasies, several films have been shot around Norfolk.

previous day 4

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Emily Goodwin

North Norfolk heritage railway announces new experience for 2026

North Norfolk heritage railway announces new experience for 2026

A heritage railway that takes passengers along the scenic north Norfolk coast has announced a new experience for next year.

previous day 6

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Emily Goodwin

Danish-inspired bakery launching shop in city centre after 'busiest year yet'

Danish-inspired bakery launching shop in city centre after 'busiest year yet'

A Danish-inspired bakery will start serving customers from a new home in the new year.

previous day 5

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Emily Goodwin

Darts champions heading to city venue for two-day event

Darts champions heading to city venue for two-day event

Several world-renowned darts players will be taking to the oche for two days of action in Norwich.

previous day 5

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Emily Goodwin

City venue reveals enchanting new afternoon tea for 2026

City venue reveals enchanting new afternoon tea for 2026

A city venue is inviting customers to be their guests as they announce a fairytale-themed treat for the start of 2026.

previous day 5

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Emily Goodwin

Retired company director’s dementia may have been missed, inquest told

Retired company director’s dementia may have been missed, inquest told

A retired company director’s dementia may have been missed by health professionals, a court has heard.

previous day 5

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Cyclist killed in Broads crash was 'over the limit' and on 'illegal' bike

Cyclist killed in Broads crash was 'over the limit' and on 'illegal' bike

A cyclist who died after a crash while riding home from the pub was over the drink drive limit and on "illegal" bike at the time, a court has heard.

previous day 5

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Donna-Louise Bishop

New aerial pictures show work progressing on A47 dualling at North Burlingham

New aerial pictures show work progressing on A47 dualling at North Burlingham

New aerial pictures show how work is progressing on dualling part of the main A47 after a legal challenge failed.

previous day 7

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Chris Bishop

New flats plan revealed for town centre shops

New flats plan revealed for town centre shops

Three new flats could be created above a pair of town centre shops.

previous day 7

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Chris Bishop

How you can kickstart 2026 smoke free

How you can kickstart 2026 smoke free

Leave smoking in the past in 2026 - with help from Feel Good Suffolk.

previous day 3

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Mark Boggis

Air ambulance called to crash that shut busy road for hours

Air ambulance called to crash that shut busy road for hours

An air ambulance was called to a crash that shut a busy road in north Norfolk.

previous day 6

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

'Loveable cuddly boy' looking for new home

'Loveable cuddly boy' looking for new home

A "loveable and cuddly" dog is on the lookout for a new home in Norfolk.

previous day 7

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Ben Fieldhouse

BBC radio broadcaster celebrates 30 eventful years on Farming Today

BBC radio broadcaster celebrates 30 eventful years on Farming Today

A Norfolk-based radio broadcaster is celebrating 30 years of helping millions of listeners to understand the ever-changing complexities of farming.

previous day 5

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Chris Hill

Farming co-operative unveils artisan food brand to promote its members' produce

Farming co-operative unveils artisan food brand to promote its members' produce

A Norfolk-based farmer-owned buying group has launched an artisan food brand to promote and celebrate the "incredible" food and drink produced by...

previous day 5

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Chris Hill

Police find missing man after large-scale aerial search

Police find missing man after large-scale aerial search

Police have found a missing man following a major operation which involved aerial searches of two locations almost 20 miles apart.

previous day 5

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Man charged after vehicles tampered with and garage damaged in early hours incident

Man charged after vehicles tampered with and garage damaged in early hours incident

A man has been charged after parked vehicles and a garage were targeted near Norwich.

previous day 6

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg