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Chris Bishop

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Young people raise flags to kick off Norfolk town's VE Day celebrations

Young people raised flags to kick off their town's VE Day celebrations.

latest 10

Eastern Daily Press

Chris Bishop

The Norfolk woman who took on her sport... and won

In a long and impressive career at the top of her sport, it is fair to say that Lynne Pinches' latest challenge has been her toughest.

yesterday 6

Norwich Evening News

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Hugely controversial plans for development in 'Nelson's village' given go-ahead

Controversial plans for a massive barn conversion have been given the go-ahead in the Norfolk village where Nelson was born.

yesterday 10

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The Norfolk woman who took on her sport... and won

In a long and impressive career at the top of her sport, it is fair to say that Lynne Pinches' latest challenge has been her toughest.

yesterday 10

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Landscape fears over nursery's bid for huge new glasshouse and reservoir

Plans to extend a commercial nursery with a new glasshouse and reservoir have sparked a slew of objections.

tuesday 10

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Owzat..? Village cricket club bids to extend pavilion

Owzat..? Village cricket club bids to extend pavilion

A village cricket club needs a larger bar and kitchen in its pavilion.

04.05.2025 2

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Reform win by-election landslide in 'Norfolk's wild west'

Reform win by-election landslide in 'Norfolk's wild west'

A county councillor who jumped ship from the Tories to Reform and sparked a by-election has regained his seat.

03.05.2025 10

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Bid to turn house in 'low crime' village into children's home

Bid to turn house in 'low crime' village into children's home

A large village property could be turned into a children's home.

03.05.2025 10

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Go-ahead for 24/7 prescription dispenser at village pharmacy

Go-ahead for 24/7 prescription dispenser at village pharmacy

A village pharmacy has got the go-ahead for a 24/7 prescription dispenser.

03.05.2025 10

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Plans for new homes withdrawn after villagers object to loss of green space

Plans for new homes withdrawn after villagers object to loss of green space

Plans for a new development of self-build homes have been withdrawn after villagers objected to the loss of green space.

01.05.2025 10

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Cause of major power cut on Norfolk coast revealed

Cause of major power cut on Norfolk coast revealed

A major power cut on the Norfolk coast was caused by flying debris.

30.04.2025 30

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Woman ordered to clear waste piled up in front garden

Woman ordered to clear waste piled up in front garden

A woman whose front garden has become a tip has been ordered to clear it up.

29.04.2025 9

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Barn conversion which sparked fury in 'Nelson's village' set for go-ahead

Barn conversion which sparked fury in 'Nelson's village' set for go-ahead

Plans for a massive barn conversion which left locals fuming in "Nelson's village" look set to get the go ahead.

29.04.2025 10

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New parking restrictions for gridlocked coastal village delayed

New parking restrictions for gridlocked coastal village delayed

New parking restrictions in a grid-locked coastal village are now expected to come into force in July.

28.04.2025 4

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Pizza parlour in yurt set to protect al fresco diners from the rain

Pizza parlour in yurt set to protect al fresco diners from the rain

A popular pizza parlour on the Norfolk coast is set to protect al-fresco diners from the rain.

28.04.2025 5

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Hitman who killed Norfolk publican's wife for £4,000 has been freed

Hitman who killed Norfolk publican's wife for £4,000 has been freed

A Norfolk hitman who was jailed for murdering a publican's wife has been released from prison, while the husband who wanted her dead is due for...

28.04.2025 8

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Closed meeting will discuss controversial Wash Barrage plans

Closed meeting will discuss controversial Wash Barrage plans

Communities along the Norfolk coast are set to meet behind closed doors to discuss controversial plans for a barrage, port and hydro-electric turbines...

28.04.2025 3

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Locals oppose plans for 'self-build' homes on leafy lane

Locals oppose plans for 'self-build' homes on leafy lane

Locals are angry at plans for four new "self-build" homes down a leafy lane.

28.04.2025 5

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Go-ahead for new flats above landmark town centre store

Go-ahead for new flats above landmark town centre store

The top floor of an imposing town centre store is set to be turned into flats.

28.04.2025 4

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Wood burners in new Norfolk homes will still be allowed despite calls to phase out

Wood burners in new Norfolk homes will still be allowed despite calls to phase out

The traditional wood-fuelled stove has become the centrepiece of many properties in Norfolk.

28.04.2025 20

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Pub which became a holiday let reveals bid to build gym

Pub which became a holiday let reveals bid to build gym

A former pub which became a holiday let hopes to build a new gym.

28.04.2025 4

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Airbnb in medieval manor set to expand operations

Airbnb in medieval manor set to expand operations

Plans for two new holiday lets at a stately Airbnb have been given the final nod.

28.04.2025 3

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Homes bid for former POW camp set to be shot down

Homes bid for former POW camp set to be shot down

Guarded by just a single soldier armed with a rifle and bayonet, it housed German and Italian prisoners amid somewhat lax security during the Second...

27.04.2025 2

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Coastal hotel reveals plans for holiday cottages

Coastal hotel reveals plans for holiday cottages

A coastal hotel has revealed plans for a terrace of holiday cottages to provide more room for guests.

27.04.2025 2

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Plans for 'brash' new house set to get the nod despite outcry from locals

Plans for 'brash' new house set to get the nod despite outcry from locals

Plans to demolish a bungalow to make way for a "brash" new house in Norfolk's poshest village look set to get the go-ahead despite outcry from...

27.04.2025 3

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Fields ablaze with colour as visitors drive more than three hours for a glimpse

Fields ablaze with colour as visitors drive more than three hours for a glimpse

Norfolk's tulip fields were ablaze with colour as thousands came to view the blooms.

26.04.2025 9

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Homes plan revealed for land next to military cemetery

Homes plan revealed for land next to military cemetery

Plans to build new homes on land next to a military cemetery have been revealed.

26.04.2025 10

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Barn 'no longer needed for farming' set to be converted into two new homes

Barn 'no longer needed for farming' set to be converted into two new homes

A rural barn looks set to be turned into two new homes.

26.04.2025 10

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New 'self-build' homes plan revealed for village

New 'self-build' homes plan revealed for village

Plans have been drawn up for two new "self-build" homes in a Norfolk village.

26.04.2025 10

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Hotel plans to build staff accommodation to provide '24/7 security'

Hotel plans to build staff accommodation to provide '24/7 security'

A hotel has applied to build staff accommodation to provide its site with "24/7 security".

24.04.2025 2

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Norfolk hospitals review single-sex wards after landmark court ruling

Norfolk's hospitals are reviewing their single-sex wards policy after a landmark ruling that a woman is defined by her biological sex.

23.04.2025 5

Norwich Evening News

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High levels of lead found in water piped to Norfolk homes

Elevated levels of lead were found in water supplied to Norfolk homes more than 50 times last year.

23.04.2025 9

Norwich Evening News

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Norfolk hospitals review single-sex wards after landmark court ruling

Norfolk's hospitals are reviewing their single-sex wards policy after a landmark ruling that a woman is defined by her biological sex.

23.04.2025 8

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High levels of lead found in water piped to Norfolk homes

Elevated levels of lead were found in water supplied to Norfolk homes more than 50 times last year.

23.04.2025 8

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Go-ahead for new bungalow in 'Nelson's village'

A new bungalow can be built on an overgrown plot in a Norfolk village.

23.04.2025 8

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Bats delay decision over controversial repairs to National Trust windmill

Bats have held up a decision over controversial repairs to a landmark Norfolk windmill.

22.04.2025 10

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Go-ahead to convert garage next to village gastro pub into 'modern guest house'

A garage next door to a village gastro pub can be converted into a 'modern guest house'.

22.04.2025 10

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Bid to breed dogs at housing association home in village

A dog breeding business could be set up in new kennels in a Norfolk village.

22.04.2025 10

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Norfolk village so beautiful it makes you feel 'warm and fuzzy inside'

A Norfolk village is so beautiful it makes you feel "warm and fuzzy inside".

22.04.2025 10

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Amazing deer picture was wildlife photographer's dream shot

She went out with the intention to take some beautiful pictures of the sunset over a field of rapeseed flowers.

21.04.2025 4

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Former high sheriff's bid to extend garden gets the nod after prickly planning row

A former high sheriff's bid to extend the grounds of his country home has been given the go-ahead after an extraordinary planning row.

21.04.2025 4

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No pressure... Plans for new homes in village turned down after water fears

Plans for eight new homes in a Norfolk village have been turned down - after locals complained of low water pressure.

21.04.2025 4

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Appeal over plans to replace shoe tycoon's home with 'appalling' new one

A developer is appealing after his plans to replace a manufacturing tycoon's coastal retreat were described as "appalling" and blocked by the local...

21.04.2025 3

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New private school would offer 'animal therapy' to students

A new special needs school would offer animal therapy and outdoor learning.

21.04.2025 6

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Villagers' pets could soon be enjoying new dog walking field

Dog owners could soon have a new field to exercise their pets on.

21.04.2025 3

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Traffic lights plan for busy junction on Norfolk A-road

Traffic lights could be installed at a busy junction and accident blackspot on the A149 coast road.

20.04.2025 10

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Public inquiry will hear village's bid for two new public footpaths

A bid to declare for two new public footpaths in a Norfolk village will go before a public inquiry.

20.04.2025 3

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Woman's bid to open dog grooming parlour in her garage

A woman has launched a bid to set up a dog grooming business in the garage of her home.

20.04.2025 3

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Village could get new floodlit horse arena

A paddock in a Norfolk village could be turned into a floodlit horse arena.

20.04.2025 3

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Former funeral parlour to be converted into flats

Plans to turn a former funeral parlour into flats have been given the go-ahead.

19.04.2025 2

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