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Hundreds gather for cherished festive tradition

Hundreds gather for cherished festive tradition

It is one of Norfolk’s most cherished festive traditions — and this year's EDP & Norwich Evening News Carols for Christmas Service did not...

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Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Hundreds gather for cherished festive tradition

Hundreds gather for cherished festive tradition

It is one of Norfolk’s most cherished festive traditions — and this year's EDP & Norwich Evening News Carols for Christmas Service did not...

previous day 3

Eastern Daily Press

Donna-Louise Bishop

Poignant tribute honours pair including student who died from meningitis

Poignant tribute honours pair including student who died from meningitis

A poignant tribute in honour of two sporting figures in Norfolk has been made in celebration of their legacy. 

15.12.2025 1

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

GP surgery slammed by coroner following death of rugby stalwart

GP surgery slammed by coroner following death of rugby stalwart

Health professionals have admitted to “missed opportunities” after being slammed by a Norfolk coroner for providing "substandard" care to a local...

15.12.2025 2

Eastern Daily Press

Donna-Louise Bishop

Poignant tribute honours pair including student who died from meningitis

Poignant tribute honours pair including student who died from meningitis

A poignant tribute in honour of two sporting figures in Norfolk has been made in celebration of their legacy. 

15.12.2025 1

Eastern Daily Press

Donna-Louise Bishop

Retired landlady died after fall from chair

Retired landlady died after fall from chair

A retired landlady died after seriously injuring herself when she fell from a chair.

15.12.2025 2

Eastern Daily Press

Donna-Louise Bishop

Hospital enforces action after patient's overdose death sparked serious warning

A Norfolk hospital has responded to a formal warning after a patient who was not being properly monitored by staff died from an overdose.

14.12.2025 7

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Mystery surrounds death of a woman discovered in flat by landlady

Mystery surrounds death of a woman discovered in flat by landlady

Mystery surrounds the death of a woman discovered inside her flat by her landlady. 

14.12.2025 1

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Fatal head injury of former nursing assistant to be investigated

Fatal head injury of former nursing assistant to be investigated

An investigation has opened into the death of a mental health nursing assistant who died from a fatal head injury.

12.12.2025 3

Eastern Daily Press

Donna-Louise Bishop

High Court judge and namesake of James Bond’s nemesis dies aged 93

High Court judge and namesake of James Bond’s nemesis dies aged 93

A retired High Court judge, Norfolk landowner and namesake of James Bond’s nemesis, Sir John Blofeld has died at the age of 93. 

11.12.2025 2

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

High Court judge and namesake of James Bond’s nemesis dies aged 93

High Court judge and namesake of James Bond’s nemesis dies aged 93

A retired High Court judge, Norfolk landowner and namesake of James Bond’s nemesis, Sir John Blofeld has died at the age of 93. 

11.12.2025 7

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'I was out of my depth' - Teen recalls terror before being rescued by RNLI

'I was out of my depth' - Teen recalls terror before being rescued by RNLI

It was meant to be the perfect start to the summer holidays – but for teenage Kaan, it was almost his last outing. 

11.12.2025 30

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Plumber found dead at home prompts investigation

Plumber found dead at home prompts investigation

An investigation is being held into the death of a plumber who is believed to have taken his own life. 

10.12.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Investigation concludes into man who died at Norfolk beach almost four years ago

Investigation concludes into man who died at Norfolk beach almost four years ago

Investigations have concluded into the death of a man found inside his car at a seaside car park almost four years ago.  

10.12.2025 4

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Plumber found dead at home prompts investigation

Plumber found dead at home prompts investigation

An investigation is being held into the death of a plumber who is believed to have taken his own life. 

10.12.2025 10

Eastern Daily Press

Donna-Louise Bishop

Probe after man bled to death at Norfolk hotel

Probe after man bled to death at Norfolk hotel

An investigation has been opened after a 41-year-old father bled to death at a Norfolk hotel. 

10.12.2025 6

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Investigation concludes into man who died at Norfolk beach almost four years ago

Investigation concludes into man who died at Norfolk beach almost four years ago

Investigations have concluded into the death of a man found inside his car at a seaside car park almost four years ago.  

10.12.2025 5

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Claims underfunding in Norfolk health service is causing 'preventable harm'

Claims underfunding in Norfolk health service is causing 'preventable harm'

A Norfolk charity is calling for action after figures showed the region has underfunded mental health services in comparison with other regions.

09.12.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Claims underfunding in Norfolk health service is causing 'preventable harm'

Claims underfunding in Norfolk health service is causing 'preventable harm'

A Norfolk charity is calling for action after figures showed the region has underfunded mental health services in comparison with other regions.

09.12.2025 2

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Norfolk woman whose father died when she was aged three helps mark huge milestone

Norfolk woman whose father died when she was aged three helps mark huge milestone

A Norfolk woman who lost her father at the age of three is helping to mark a major milestone. 

08.12.2025 2

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Mother shares heartbreak of death of 11-year-old son before Christmas

Mother shares heartbreak of death of 11-year-old son before Christmas

A mother whose 11-year-old son died from a rare genetic disorder has spoken out for the first time ahead of a new campaign supporting other bereaved...

08.12.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Norfolk artist and broadcaster lovingly lampooned by the Fast Show dies, aged 91

Norfolk artist and broadcaster lovingly lampooned by the Fast Show dies, aged 91

A beloved artist best known for his inspiring television series and instructional books introducing generations to the joy of painting has died aged...

08.12.2025 30

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Norfolk woman whose father died when she was aged three helps mark huge milestone

Norfolk woman whose father died when she was aged three helps mark huge milestone

A Norfolk woman who lost her father at the age of three is helping to mark a major milestone. 

08.12.2025 10

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Mother shares heartbreak of death of 11-year-old son before Christmas

Mother shares heartbreak of death of 11-year-old son before Christmas

A mother whose 11-year-old son died from a rare genetic disorder has spoken out for the first time ahead of a new campaign supporting other bereaved...

08.12.2025 4

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Tribute paid to former police officer who revitalised Yarmouth group

Tribute paid to former police officer who revitalised Yarmouth group

A tribute has been paid to a former police officer who brought a Norfolk group back from the brink with a controversial change following the pandemic.

07.12.2025 6

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Donna-Louise Bishop

‘No black and white answer’ - GP defends paramedic after criticism over choking death

‘No black and white answer’ - GP defends paramedic after criticism over choking death

A GP has defended the actions of a paramedic who made no attempts to resuscitate an elderly care home resident as she choked to death on her lunch. 

07.12.2025 9

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Norwich mother praises 'miraculous' birth of baby Samuel at unusual location

Norwich mother praises 'miraculous' birth of baby Samuel at unusual location

A Norwich mother has praised the “amazing” teams who worked through the night to deliver her premature baby, following an exceptionally rare birth...

05.12.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Man found drowned at Norfolk landmark

Man found drowned at Norfolk landmark

A man was found drowned at a Norfolk landmark, a court has heard.

05.12.2025 3

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Norwich mother praises 'miraculous' birth of baby Samuel at unusual location

Norwich mother praises 'miraculous' birth of baby Samuel at unusual location

A Norwich mother has praised the “amazing” teams who worked through the night to deliver her premature baby, following an exceptionally rare birth...

05.12.2025 2

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Missing man's feet washed up on beaches 500 miles apart two years after he vanished

Missing man's feet washed up on beaches 500 miles apart two years after he vanished

The two feet of a missing Norfolk man washed up on beaches either side of the North Sea just days apart, a court has heard.

04.12.2025 4

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Donna-Louise Bishop

First red plaque in Norfolk honours firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty

First red plaque in Norfolk honours firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty

When firefighter Christopher Betts was sent out to deal with a blaze at a Norfolk pub on a winter's night in 1987 he had no idea it would be his last...

03.12.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Missing man, 21, had struggled with sexuality, identity and gender dysphoria

Missing man, 21, had struggled with sexuality, identity and gender dysphoria

A missing student who was later discovered after his body parts washed up on a Norfolk beach had struggled with his sexuality, identity and gender...

03.12.2025 20

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Avid runner and 'picture of health' shares disbelief at shock diagnosis aged 44

Avid runner and 'picture of health' shares disbelief at shock diagnosis aged 44

Avid runner and long-haul cabin crew member Warren Gray was just 44 when he received he received a shocking diagnosis: he had lung cancer.

03.12.2025 4

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Donna-Louise Bishop

First red plaque in Norfolk honours firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty

First red plaque in Norfolk honours firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty

When firefighter Christopher Betts was sent out to deal with a blaze at a Norfolk pub on a winter's night in 1987 he had no idea it would be his last...

03.12.2025 10

Eastern Daily Press

Donna-Louise Bishop

Freud matriarch who inspired a key character in the Narnia books dies aged 98

Freud matriarch who inspired a key character in the Narnia books dies aged 98

Lady Jill Freud, the actor and theatre director who inspired the character of Lucy in the Narnia books by CS Lewis, has died aged 98.

02.12.2025 10

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Safari guide who once underwent amputation while awake died after surgery

Safari guide who once underwent amputation while awake died after surgery

A retired safari tour guide who once underwent amputation while awake died following complications after routine surgery.

02.12.2025 4

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Concerns over 'celebrity' cancer referrals prompts response from NHS bosses

Concerns over 'celebrity' cancer referrals prompts response from NHS bosses

A top NHS boss has vowed to take action after Norfolk's senior coroner voiced concerns it was struggling to cope with an influx of cancer delays...

01.12.2025 4

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Mother's fight to help young people after son tried to take his own life aged 8

Mother's fight to help young people after son tried to take his own life aged 8

When Kay Reeve thinks back to grabbing her young son’s coat as he stepped into the path of a moving car, she can still feel the shock of it. 

01.12.2025 10

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'He grieved alongside us' - Family's praise for end-of-life nurse after death of nan

'He grieved alongside us' - Family's praise for end-of-life nurse after death of nan

A nurse from Norfolk has been recognised for his exceptional compassion and dedication to end-of-life care.

01.12.2025 3

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Concerns over 'celebrity' cancer referrals prompts response from NHS bosses

Concerns over 'celebrity' cancer referrals prompts response from NHS bosses

A top NHS boss has vowed to take action after Norfolk's senior coroner voiced concerns it was struggling to cope with an influx of cancer delays...

01.12.2025 3

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Inquest into motorcyclist’s death following crash delayed until next year

Inquest into motorcyclist’s death following crash delayed until next year

An inquest into the death of a motorcyclist who was killed in a crash on the A146 has been delayed. 

01.12.2025 4

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Man, 45, died from lung infection triggered by alcohol abuse and 'self-neglect'

Man, 45, died from lung infection triggered by alcohol abuse and 'self-neglect'

A "well-liked" 45-year-old man from Norwich died at his home after developing a serious lung infection. 

30.11.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Man, 45, died from lung infection triggered by alcohol abuse and 'self-neglect'

Man, 45, died from lung infection triggered by alcohol abuse and 'self-neglect'

A "well-liked" 45-year-old man from Norwich died at his home after developing a serious lung infection. 

30.11.2025 3

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Probe continues after man, 42, died in custody at Norfolk prison

Probe continues after man, 42, died in custody at Norfolk prison

Investigations are continuing after a 42-year-old man died in a Norfolk prison. 

30.11.2025 3

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Final moments of church swindler who stole £70k to fund stamp addiction revealed

A treasurer who was jailed for embezzling thousands of pounds from two Norfolk churches died following an unexpected choking incident. 

28.11.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Final moments of church swindler who stole £70k to fund stamp addiction revealed

A treasurer who was jailed for embezzling thousands of pounds from two Norfolk churches died following an unexpected choking incident. 

28.11.2025 5

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Mystery surrounds death of man found dead at Norfolk home

Mystery surrounds the death of a man who died at his home in Norfolk. 

28.11.2025 30

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Donna-Louise Bishop

New bosses heading up day-to-day running of hospitals to bring 'wealth of experience'

The latest appointments in a series of changes at Norfolk’s three main NHS hospitals have been announced. 

27.11.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

Investigation opens into how a company director died from industrial disease

An investigation has been opened into the death of a retired company director from an industrial disease. 

27.11.2025 2

Norwich Evening News

Donna-Louise Bishop

New bosses heading up day-to-day running of hospitals to bring 'wealth of experience'

The latest appointments in a series of changes at Norfolk’s three main NHS hospitals have been announced. 

27.11.2025 4

Eastern Daily Press

Donna-Louise Bishop