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New owner reveals plans for city cafe after taking over the business

A new owner has taken over an NR3 cafe and reveals she has exciting plans for its future. 

yesterday 6

Norwich Evening News

Jack Warren

More details emerge about new city centre shop

More details emerge about new city centre shop

More details have emerged about a new charity shop which is opening in the centre of Norwich.

yesterday 7

Norwich Evening News

Faye Minton

New homes earn council £1m...but critics question houses being built

New homes earn council £1m...but critics question houses being built

A company set up by Norfolk County Council to get new homes built on its land has handed County Hall a £1m dividend.

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Dan Grimmer

Speed limit cut and new bus lane for major road into Norwich

Speed limit cut and new bus lane for major road into Norwich

The speed limit on one of the main roads in and out of Norwich is to be cut, as part of a scheme which will also see a new bus lane created.

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Dan Grimmer

Norwich hailed as one of UK's most entertaining cities

Norwich hailed as one of UK's most entertaining cities

Norwich has been hailed as one of the most entertaining cities in the UK.

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Faye Minton

New applicant takes over plans to open indoor sports centre

New applicant takes over plans to open indoor sports centre

New owners have confirmed they will be taking over plans to open an indoor sports centre on the city outskirts after the original applicants pulled...

yesterday 30

Norwich Evening News

Francis Redwood

How we used a night vision camera to film hedgehogs in our Norfolk garden

How we used a night vision camera to film hedgehogs in our Norfolk garden

It started when we tidied up the garden.

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Chris Bishop

Man has FOURTH go at bid to hire out private swimming pool

Man has FOURTH go at bid to hire out private swimming pool

A man living in a village near the city is having another go at convincing planners he should be able to hire out his swimming pool. 

yesterday 4

Norwich Evening News

Danielle Champ

Busy road to be shut for five days of roadworks

Busy road to be shut for five days of roadworks

A busy road near Norwich Airport is to close for five days of roadworks. 

yesterday 2

Norwich Evening News

Shaun Webbley

Site of former army careers centre is on the market

Site of former army careers centre is on the market

A former army careers centre which stands at the corner of one of the city's most characterful streets is now on the market. 

yesterday 2

Norwich Evening News

Jack Warren

The man with a mission to reclaim a hidden WW2 airbase on the city's outskirts

The man with a mission to reclaim a hidden WW2 airbase on the city's outskirts

A section of a Second World War airbase has been reclaimed from nature by a local researcher and his team seeking to reconnect the past with the...

yesterday 2

Norwich Evening News

Jack Warren

What to expect from the weather this week in Norfolk

What to expect from the weather this week in Norfolk

Norwich is set for a bright and warm start to the week, with temperatures climbing into the high 20s and only limited chances of rain, according to...

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

Football club for the over-50s looking for new players

Football club for the over-50s looking for new players

Older adults are being encouraged to lace up their trainers and get back on the pitch to stay active.

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

Site of former Argos in retail park still up for rent two years after store closed

Site of former Argos in retail park still up for rent two years after store closed

Signs to rent a large unit in a city retail park are still up almost two years after the store previously at the site closed. 

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Danielle Champ

'Urgent' cladding needed for city building after fire safety concerns raised

'Urgent' cladding needed for city building after fire safety concerns raised

A building used for sheltered housing needs "urgent" recladding after fire safety concerns were raised.

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Danielle Champ

Neighbours object to plans for 'modern' homes in 'quaint' area

Neighbours object to plans for 'modern' homes in 'quaint' area

People living near the city fear plans for a "modern estate" will ruin their "quaint" village.

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Danielle Champ

McDonald's bid to open 24-hours among this week's public notices

McDonald's bid to open 24-hours among this week's public notices

Here is a round-up of five public notices to be aware of in Norfolk this week, including a bid from a new McDonald's to open all day and night.

yesterday 1

Norwich Evening News

Shaun Webbley

Exclusive one-week Banksy show launching in city centre

Exclusive one-week Banksy show launching in city centre

Banksy will be coming to Norwich as part of an exclusive exhibition that will be open for one week only.

previous day 7

Norwich Evening News

Emily Goodwin

Patient discharged after attempted fourth floor jump - and took own life hours later

Patient discharged after attempted fourth floor jump - and took own life hours later

A young healthcare worker was discharged from hospital moments after trying to jump from its fourth floor - before taking their own life at home...

previous day 10

Norwich Evening News

David Hannant

Delayed work means defective Norwich bridge will be closed tonight

Delayed work means defective Norwich bridge will be closed tonight

Delayed work to make £20,000 of repairs to Norwich's Carrow Bridge is now under way.

previous day 2

Norwich Evening News

Dan Grimmer

Distressed man left waiting 45 MINUTES for help on NHS crisis line

Distressed man left waiting 45 MINUTES for help on NHS crisis line

A distressed patient was forced to wait 45 minutes without an answer after he called an NHS crisis line.

previous day 10

Norwich Evening News

David Hannant

Driver filmed himself without hands on steering wheel before 100mph crash

Driver filmed himself without hands on steering wheel before 100mph crash

A driver flipped his car at 100mph after filming himself without his hands on the steering wheel, a court heard.  

previous day 9

Norwich Evening News

Simon Parkin

How people power helped to save closure-threatened NHS services

How people power helped to save closure-threatened NHS services

Hundreds of people made their voices heard to ensure some of the region's vital NHS services survived the axe.

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

David Hannant

Family of three-stone anorexic woman make heartbreaking plea to save her life

Family of three-stone anorexic woman make heartbreaking plea to save her life

The family of a three-stone anorexic woman has made a desperate plea for help to save her life.

previous day 8

Norwich Evening News

David Hannant

'Steakgate' Norfolk council leader on Conservative shortlist to be mayor

'Steakgate' Norfolk council leader on Conservative shortlist to be mayor

The leader of Norfolk County Council - who sparked outrage over her 'steakgate' Facebook post - is on the shortlist to to be the Conservative...

previous day 2

Norwich Evening News

Dan Grimmer

Mum 'horrified' by messages sent from town's community leader to her daughter

Mum 'horrified' by messages sent from town's community leader to her daughter

The mum of a girl allegedly touched by a man involved in community activities in a Norfolk town was "horrified" by messages he had sent her teenage...

previous day 10

Norwich Evening News

Peter Walsh

Man denies causing serious injuries to another in road rage attack

Man denies causing serious injuries to another in road rage attack

A Norwich man denied causing grievous bodily harm during a road rage attack. 

previous day 10

Norwich Evening News

Simon Parkin

EastEnders star to play Prince Charming in Norwich panto

EastEnders star to play Prince Charming in Norwich panto

An EastEnders star and a leading West End performer have been announced for this year's pantomime at Norwich Theatre Royal. 

previous day 6

Norwich Evening News

Faye Minton

Indian street food chain opens doors in Norwich

Indian street food chain opens doors in Norwich

A popular Indian street food chain has opened its first restaurant in Norwich.

previous day 6

Norwich Evening News

Faye Minton

Norfolk as hot as Ibiza next week as temperatures soar

Norfolk as hot as Ibiza next week as temperatures soar

Norfolk will be as hot as Ibiza next week as the summer holidays get into full swing.

previous day 6

Norwich Evening News

Faye Minton

New low cost gym announces opening date at retail park

New low cost gym announces opening date at retail park

The opening date for a new low cost gym on the city outskirts has been revealed.

previous day 8

Norwich Evening News

Francis Redwood

Two Norfolk stores to offer FREE breakfast and givaways at roadshow event

Two Norfolk stores to offer FREE breakfast and givaways at roadshow event

Two Toolstation stores in Norfolk are set to offer customers free breakfasts, product giveaways and live demonstrations as part of its supplier...

previous day 7

Norwich Evening News

Adam Barker

The streets in Taverham and Drayton with the most reported crimes

The streets in Taverham and Drayton with the most reported crimes

Reported crimes in Taverham and Drayton increased in May 2025.

previous day 6

Norwich Evening News

Sophie Skyring

Kids get to eat free all month-long at city centre fast-food restaurant

Kids get to eat free all month-long at city centre fast-food restaurant

A jacket potato shop in the city is offering a free meal to those enjoying their summer holidays - all month.

previous day 7

Norwich Evening News

Francis Redwood

City restaurant's expansion bid could see it double in size

City restaurant's expansion bid could see it double in size

A high-end restaurant in the centre of Norwich has launched a bid to expand.

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Eleanor Storey

Lotus to replace Norfolk-based UK boss with Chinese executive

Lotus to replace Norfolk-based UK boss with Chinese executive

Lotus is promoting its Chinese executive to oversee UK and global operations, with its Norfolk-based European boss reportedly being let go by the...

previous day 8

Norwich Evening News

Adam Barker

International car dealership looking to spruce up city site

International car dealership looking to spruce up city site

A car dealership specialising in selling Czech manufactured vehicles has submitted plans to spruce up its long-standing showroom.

previous day 6

Norwich Evening News

Francis Redwood

Norwich City hopes to make fanzone bar permanent

Norwich City hopes to make fanzone bar permanent

Norwich City has launched a bid to make its fanzone outside Carrow Road permanent.

previous day 5

Norwich Evening News

Eleanor Storey

Norwich Airport closed after incident on runway

Norwich Airport closed after incident on runway

Norwich Airport closed for more than two hours this morning following an incident involving a plane on the runway.

previous day 3

Norwich Evening News

Ben Fieldhouse

Band who performed at event attended by late Queen to play Norwich

Band who performed at event attended by late Queen to play Norwich

The Jive Aces are set to perform in Norwich next month as part of their latest UK tour.

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

Norwich locals are set to bask in sunshine with highs of 25C this weekend

Norwich locals are set to bask in sunshine with highs of 25C this weekend

Norwich is set for a warm and dry weekend, with the Met Office forecasting clear skies, high temperatures and no rain across the three days.

previous day 8

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

Independent food and drink brands in Norwich invited to join mentoring programme

Independent food and drink brands in Norwich invited to join mentoring programme

A group in Norfolk is offering free mentoring to food and drink businesses.

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

Hospital trust praised for 'outstanding' support for carers

Hospital trust praised for 'outstanding' support for carers

A local hospital trust has been recognised for its support of carers.

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

Man honoured for 225-mile walk around Norfolk and Suffolk for good cause

Man honoured for 225-mile walk around Norfolk and Suffolk for good cause

A Norfolk man has been recognised for completing a 225-mile walk to raise funds for a Norwich food charity.

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

Where are the cheapest spots to buy fuel this week in Norfolk?

Where are the cheapest spots to buy fuel this week in Norfolk?

Drivers in Norwich looking to save at the pump can find the best current petrol deals at the following forecourts, according to the latest data...

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

City shopping centre urges people to donate school uniforms

City shopping centre urges people to donate school uniforms

Castle Quarter is urging people to donate pre-loved school uniforms.

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

Drag star Baga Chipz to bring adult comedy tour to Norwich

Drag performer Baga Chipz is heading to Norwich next month with an adults-only show.

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Robbie Bennett

Folk feel 'forgotten' as council goes quiet over pledge to make road safer

Folk feel 'forgotten' as council goes quiet over pledge to make road safer

People living in a hamlet near the city say they are feeling "forgotten" after their calls for action to make their road safer go unanswered. 

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Danielle Champ

Norfolk named one of the most popular UK holiday destinations

Norfolk named one of the most popular UK holiday destinations

Norfolk has been named one of the most popular UK holiday destinations for this summer.

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Ben Fieldhouse

Heat warning in place as Norfolk braces for more hot weather

Heat warning in place as Norfolk braces for more hot weather

Norfolk has been hit with yet another heat health warning with temperatures set to rise again. 

previous day 1

Norwich Evening News

Ben Fieldhouse