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Brothers behind 60-year-old business in 'unusual' spot reveal secret to its longevity

Brothers behind 60-year-old business in 'unusual' spot reveal secret to its longevity

The owners of a 60-year-old clothing business believe the success of their shop is a result of its unusual location.

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Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Brothers behind 60-year-old business in 'unusual' spot reveal secret to its longevity

Brothers behind 60-year-old business in 'unusual' spot reveal secret to its longevity

The owners of a 60-year-old clothing business believe the success of their shop is a result of its unusual location.

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Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Brothers prepare to open second site in 'vibrant' corner of Norwich

Brothers prepare to open second site in 'vibrant' corner of Norwich

Two brothers, who have been business partners for nearly 20 years, have decided to open a new office in the city centre.

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Norwich Evening News

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Brothers prepare to open second site in 'vibrant' corner of Norwich

Brothers prepare to open second site in 'vibrant' corner of Norwich

Two brothers, who have been business partners for nearly 20 years, have decided to open a new office in the city centre.

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Eastern Daily Press

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Construction on set of padel courts begins at city park

Construction on set of padel courts begins at city park

Work on building four padel courts in a city park has begun.

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Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Construction on set of padel courts begins at city park

Construction on set of padel courts begins at city park

Work on building four padel courts in a city park has begun.

yesterday 8

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

New boutique struggling to keep up with demand after 'crazy' launch

New boutique struggling to keep up with demand after 'crazy' launch

A new store has seen a particularly high turnover in stock after its first few weeks in the city.

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Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Work to rebuild historic bridge deemed 'unsafe' nears completion

Work to rebuild historic bridge deemed 'unsafe' nears completion

Work tearing down and replacing a historic bridge has reached its final stages.

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Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

New boutique struggling to keep up with demand after 'crazy' launch

New boutique struggling to keep up with demand after 'crazy' launch

A new store has seen a particularly high turnover in stock after its first few weeks in the city.

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Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Work to rebuild historic bridge deemed 'unsafe' nears completion

Work to rebuild historic bridge deemed 'unsafe' nears completion

Work tearing down and replacing a historic bridge has reached its final stages.

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Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Runner secures spot in Six Star hall of fame after completing 25th marathon

Runner secures spot in Six Star hall of fame after completing 25th marathon

A 62-year-old has become a Six Star finisher after completing the Tokyo marathon.

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Norwich Evening News

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Sandwich shop stripped bare amid refurb

Sandwich shop stripped bare amid refurb

Workmen have cleared out the interior of a fast-food restaurant in preparation for installing new ordering screens.

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Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Runner secures spot in Six Star hall of fame after completing 25th marathon

Runner secures spot in Six Star hall of fame after completing 25th marathon

A 62-year-old has become a Six Star finisher after completing the Tokyo marathon.

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Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Sandwich shop stripped bare amid refurb

Sandwich shop stripped bare amid refurb

Workmen have cleared out the interior of a fast-food restaurant in preparation for installing new ordering screens.

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Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Runners slam 'disgraceful' Run Norwich site after race sells out within 30 minutes

Runners slam 'disgraceful' Run Norwich site after race sells out within 30 minutes

Runners have dubbed the Run Norwich registration a fiasco after some people paid for the event but might not have secured a place.

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Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Runners slam 'disgraceful' Run Norwich site after race sells out within 30 minutes

Runners slam 'disgraceful' Run Norwich site after race sells out within 30 minutes

Runners have dubbed the Run Norwich registration a fiasco after some people paid for the event but might not have secured a place.

06.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Chocolatier launches unique create your own Easter egg concept

Chocolatier launches unique create your own Easter egg concept

A chocolate-loving woman is offering a new pick-and-mix style shopping experience for Easter.

06.03.2026 9

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Chocolatier launches unique create your own Easter egg concept

Chocolatier launches unique create your own Easter egg concept

A chocolate-loving woman is offering a new pick-and-mix style shopping experience for Easter.

06.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

19-year-old commits to 'forever' career by opening her first salon

19-year-old commits to 'forever' career by opening her first salon

A teenager who has set up her own cosmetic business is already looking to take on staff just months after opening.

06.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Norwich dad still recovering from life-threatening illness taking on marathon

Norwich dad still recovering from life-threatening illness taking on marathon

A father who is recovering from a life-threatening illness is defying the odds by taking on the London Marathon.

06.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

19-year-old commits to 'forever' career by opening her first salon

19-year-old commits to 'forever' career by opening her first salon

A teenager who has set up her own cosmetic business is already looking to take on staff just months after opening.

06.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Norwich dad still recovering from life-threatening illness taking on marathon

Norwich dad still recovering from life-threatening illness taking on marathon

A father who is recovering from a life-threatening illness is defying the odds by taking on the London Marathon.

06.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Road closures in place as £300,000 project nears completion

Road closures in place as £300,000 project nears completion

A major upgrade on a busy road is due to finish early as contractors reached the scheme's final stages.

05.03.2026 9

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Pub managers leave despite enjoying a successful first year

Pub managers leave despite enjoying a successful first year

The leaseholders of a traditional pub have stepped down after a successful first year at the site.

05.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Florist opens new shop after leaving her 15-year spot at Norwich station

Florist opens new shop after leaving her 15-year spot at Norwich station

A florist has decorated her new shop with keepsakes from her 15-year-old business at the railway station.

05.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Florist opens new shop after leaving her 15-year spot at Norwich station

Florist opens new shop after leaving her 15-year spot at Norwich station

A florist has decorated her new shop with keepsakes from her 15-year-old business at the railway station.

05.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Pub managers leave despite enjoying a successful first year

Pub managers leave despite enjoying a successful first year

The leaseholders of a traditional pub have stepped down after a successful first year at the site.

05.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Road closures in place as £300,000 project nears completion

Road closures in place as £300,000 project nears completion

A major upgrade on a busy road is due to finish early as contractors reached the scheme's final stages.

05.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Children waiting years for operations let down after surgeons stranded in Dubai

Children waiting years for operations let down after surgeons stranded in Dubai

Hospital staff currently stranded in the Middle East have been forced to cancel life-changing surgeries on children with severe spine conditions.

04.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Children waiting years for operations let down after surgeons stranded in Dubai

Children waiting years for operations let down after surgeons stranded in Dubai

Hospital staff currently stranded in the Middle East have been forced to cancel life-changing surgeries on children with severe spine conditions.

04.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

'Oversized' bus stops crammed into residential street infuriates neighbours

'Oversized' bus stops crammed into residential street infuriates neighbours

Furious neighbours have slammed the council for not warning them that two "massive" bus stops would be installed outside their homes.

04.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Major progress of A47 works revealed in new drone video

Major progress of A47 works revealed in new drone video

New footage showing the progress of work to upgrade part of the A47 has been released.

04.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

'Oversized' bus stops crammed into residential street infuriates neighbours

'Oversized' bus stops crammed into residential street infuriates neighbours

Furious neighbours have slammed the council for not warning them that two "massive" bus stops would be installed outside their homes.

04.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Major progress of A47 works revealed in new drone video

Major progress of A47 works revealed in new drone video

New footage showing the progress of work to upgrade part of the A47 has been released.

04.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Adults rush to buy unique fancy dress outfits at city store

Adults rush to buy unique fancy dress outfits at city store

A costume shop owner has extended his store opening hours after seeing a surge in customers.

02.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Adults rush to buy unique fancy dress outfits at city store

Adults rush to buy unique fancy dress outfits at city store

A costume shop owner has extended his store opening hours after seeing a surge in customers.

02.03.2026 8

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Glow-in-the-dark adrenaline-fuelled experience to 'go nuts in' coming to the city

Glow-in-the-dark adrenaline-fuelled experience to 'go nuts in' coming to the city

A high-energy experience is set to open for thrill-seekers looking for something a bit different in the city.

02.03.2026 9

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Hidden underground space in the Lanes to be unlocked

Hidden underground space in the Lanes to be unlocked

One of Norwich's best-kept secrets is opening up for the first time as part of a new city tour.

02.03.2026 9

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Glow-in-the-dark adrenaline-fuelled experience to 'go nuts in' coming to the city

Glow-in-the-dark adrenaline-fuelled experience to 'go nuts in' coming to the city

A high-energy experience is set to open for thrill-seekers looking for something a bit different in the city.

02.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Hidden underground space in the Lanes to be unlocked

Hidden underground space in the Lanes to be unlocked

One of Norwich's best-kept secrets is opening up for the first time as part of a new city tour.

02.03.2026 8

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Shop owner plans to move out of struggling street due to loss of sales

Shop owner plans to move out of struggling street due to loss of sales

The owner of a shop in Magdalen Street is considering relocating due to a fall in shoppers he says has been caused by the revamp of Anglia Square.

01.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Work transforming empty building to start after years of delays

Work transforming empty building to start after years of delays

A construction company is finally due to start transforming a building that has been empty for more than three years.

01.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Decaying remains of grade I listed church could be restored

Decaying remains of grade I listed church could be restored

A church tower that has been neglected for years could be repaired as new plans have emerged.

01.03.2026 9

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Explorer known for heroic leadership honoured by Norwich relative

Explorer known for heroic leadership honoured by Norwich relative

A descendant of one of Britain’s most famous explorers is remembering his voyages in a unique way.

01.03.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Shop owner plans to move out of struggling street due to loss of sales

Shop owner plans to move out of struggling street due to loss of sales

The owner of a shop in Magdalen Street is considering relocating due to a fall in shoppers he says has been caused by the revamp of Anglia Square.

01.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Work transforming empty building to start after years of delays

Work transforming empty building to start after years of delays

A construction company is finally due to start transforming a building that has been empty for more than three years.

01.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Decaying remains of grade I listed church could be restored

Decaying remains of grade I listed church could be restored

A church tower that has been neglected for years could be repaired as new plans have emerged.

01.03.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Explorer known for heroic leadership honoured by Norwich relative

Explorer known for heroic leadership honoured by Norwich relative

A descendant of one of Britain’s most famous explorers is remembering his voyages in a unique way.

01.03.2026 9

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Parking wars break out over 'obnoxious' drivers cramming cars onto grass verges

Parking wars break out over 'obnoxious' drivers cramming cars onto grass verges

Furious neighbours are calling for "obnoxious" drivers to stop dumping cars on grass verges outside their homes.

28.02.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Burger restaurant previously forced to close due to major leak shuts again

A fast-food restaurant that shut down during its first weekend has closed again for refurbishment works.

27.02.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson