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Norfolk church plans could feed energy into local grid

Norfolk church plans could feed energy into local grid

A Norfolk church could help power the local electricity grid under plans to install dozens of solar panels on its roof.

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Town turned into enormous art gallery to lure more people into shops

Town turned into enormous art gallery to lure more people into shops

A Norfolk market town is being transformed into a giant canvas this month in a bid to "reimagine the town centre". 

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Historic Norfolk business submits plans for new warehouse

Historic Norfolk business submits plans for new warehouse

One of Norfolk’s largest furniture retailers has submitted plans to demolish and rebuild one of its storage warehouses.

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One-of-a-kind Cold War jet gifted to Norfolk RAF Heritage Centre

One-of-a-kind Cold War jet gifted to Norfolk RAF Heritage Centre

A one-of-a-kind fighter jet model built to fool wartime enemies is set to take off for a new chapter in its life at a military heritage centre in...

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Council warns proposed care home by A47 may 'end in tragedy'

Council warns proposed care home by A47 may 'end in tragedy'

A bid to build a care home by a busy dual carriageway has been criticised by councillors over fears dementia patients could wander off and be hit...

30.07.2025 10

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Post Office in Norfolk seaside town up for sale

Post Office in Norfolk seaside town up for sale

A chance to run a Post Office branch in the heart of a coastal town has come up.

30.07.2025 8

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Hounds take the reins at racecourse as it welcomes new dog walking facility

Hounds take the reins at racecourse as it welcomes new dog walking facility

Plans have been approved to transform a section of Fakenham Racecourse into a dog-walking facility. 

30.07.2025 6

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Petition submitted to save historic building "imprisoned in scaffolding"

Petition submitted to save historic building

Calls for action over the future of a prominent town centre building that has been “imprisoned in scaffolding” for more than two years are...

29.07.2025 2

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'It's about kindness' - Social justice councillor attacks police Pride ban

'It's about kindness' - Social justice councillor attacks police Pride ban

A leading councillor has criticised the decision to ban uniformed police from taking part in Norwich Pride, describing it as a "backward step".

25.07.2025 4

Norwich Evening News

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'It's about kindness' - Social justice councillor attacks police Pride ban

'It's about kindness' - Social justice councillor attacks police Pride ban

A leading councillor has criticised the decision to ban uniformed police from taking part in Norwich Pride, describing it as a "backward step".

25.07.2025 1

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What about facepaint? Police may face action if they breach new Pride guidelines

What about facepaint? Police may face action if they breach new Pride guidelines

Police officers on duty at this weekend's Norwich Pride could face disciplinary action if they breach their force's new guidelines by getting too...

24.07.2025 5

Norwich Evening News

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'Trolls' blamed for negativity towards Norfolk hotel with bad reputation

'Trolls' blamed for negativity towards Norfolk hotel with bad reputation

A town councillor has called for a change of attitudes towards a hotel which has long had a reputation for anti-social behaviour. 

24.07.2025 3

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What about facepaint? Police may face action if they breach new Pride guidelines

What about facepaint? Police may face action if they breach new Pride guidelines

Police officers on duty at this weekend's Norwich Pride could face disciplinary action if they breach their force's new guidelines by getting too...

24.07.2025 7

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Major road closure sparks anger over lack of information

Major road closure sparks anger over lack of information

A councillor has expressed frustration over the lack of information surrounding a major road closure in Norfolk. 

24.07.2025 7

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Uniformed police BANNED from taking part in Norwich Pride

Uniformed police BANNED from taking part in Norwich Pride

Norfolk Police has said that its uniformed officers will not be allowed to take part in this weekend's Norwich Pride.

23.07.2025 20

Norwich Evening News

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Uniformed police BANNED from taking part in Norwich Pride

Uniformed police BANNED from taking part in Norwich Pride

Norfolk Police has said that its uniformed officers will not be allowed to take part in this weekend's Norwich Pride.

23.07.2025 10

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Change on the horizon for town's long-derelict land

Change on the horizon for town's long-derelict land

A major industrial site which has been derelict for six years could finally be revived.

23.07.2025 2

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Town's 'biggest ever fun day' raises more than £10,000

Town's 'biggest ever fun day' raises more than £10,000

More than £10,000 has been raised for Dereham Cancer Care following a rain-hit community event.

23.07.2025 2

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London property firm tries to convert Norfolk home into HMO

London property firm tries to convert Norfolk home into HMO

Developers are seeking permission to create a house in multiple occupation (HMO) in a Norfolk suburb.

23.07.2025 9

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Rain triggers familiar flooding at notorious underpass

Rain triggers familiar flooding at notorious underpass

Frequent flooding in a Norfolk underpass is forcing people to wade through water or face a lengthy detour.

22.07.2025 6

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Family says staying in hotel is like 'living in a prison'

Family says staying in hotel is like 'living in a prison'

A family living in temporary hotel accommodation has spoken out about their "desperate" conditions and being racially abused.

20.07.2025 10

Norwich Evening News

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Family says staying in hotel is like 'living in a prison'

Family says staying in hotel is like 'living in a prison'

A family living in temporary hotel accommodation has spoken out about their "desperate" conditions and being racially abused.

20.07.2025 4

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'Deteriorating' veteran submits second bid to build 'lifetime home'

A veteran who suffered life-changing injuries while serving in Afghanistan has re-submitted plans to build a “lifetime home” in Dereham.

19.07.2025 20

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New warehouse bid submitted by farming equipment supplier

A Dereham farming equipment supplier has submitted plans to build a new warehouse. 

19.07.2025 2

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Uncertain future for major school site due to compulsory 'educational use' rule

The future of a major Norfolk plot of land remains unclear due to an existing restriction that says the site must only be used for educational...

17.07.2025 1

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Hotel at centre of town controversy submits landscaping changes to council

A 17th-century Dereham hotel has submitted new landscaping plans to the council. 

16.07.2025 9

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Plans for WeBuyAnyCar sales 'pod' at Dereham supermarket

A Dereham supermarket has seen the addition of a new facility where motorists can sell their cars. 

16.07.2025 10

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Major Dereham road closes for essential repair works

A key route through the centre of Dereham has closed as roadworks get under way.

15.07.2025 3

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Missing man found dead in locked garage months after becoming trapped there

A 62-year-old man was diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disease just months before being found dead inside a locked garage he had climbed into...

15.07.2025 6

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Building begins on new Lidl as supermarket giant prepares to relocate

Building work is under way to create a new Lidl supermarket in Dereham.

15.07.2025 1

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Hundreds attend funeral of 14-year-old who died in the Broads

Since the tragic death of 14-year-old Nischay Patel, Beccles appears to have been a town in mourning. 

13.07.2025 1

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Clean-up costs reach thousands after travellers take over recreation ground

The costs incurred from a traveller encampment in Dereham topped thousands of pounds, a council has revealed.

12.07.2025 10

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Opening date of town's new Food Warehouse revealed

The opening date of Dereham’s new Food Warehouse has been revealed. 

12.07.2025 3

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Road plagued by potholes to finally get £150k fix

They live beside one of the most picturesque spots in town.

11.07.2025 4

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Norfolk town becoming a “dumping ground” for rehoused ex-offenders

Concerns have been raised about Dereham becoming a “dumping ground” for ex-offenders.

10.07.2025 10

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Great Snoring man awakes to mystery disappearance of his bollards

A Norfolk man has been left perplexed after a row of bollards vanished overnight from outside his home.

09.07.2025 10

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Frustration at curious end to investigation into A47 tree felling

A district councillor has expressed frustration at the failure of an investigation to identify the culprits who felled a series of trees along the...

09.07.2025 10

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Business group gets funding boost to revive high street

A group of independent business owners in Fakenham have taken another step in their mission to revitalise the town centre.

09.07.2025 6

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More than 100 ex-offenders rehoused in Dereham from across Norfolk and Suffolk

More than 100 ex-offenders have been rehoused in Dereham in the past 12 months, with officials saying the influx is having an impact on the town...

08.07.2025 10

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Travellers set to be removed from town park

Dereham Town Council has acted quickly to remove a group of travellers from its Recreation Ground. 

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‘We told him not to swim’ - Parents of tragic teen had warned him of river danger

The parents of a boy who died while swimming in a river have told how they repeatedly warned their son to stay away from the water.

06.07.2025 10

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Vets surgery to be demolished and replaced with homes

A veterinary practice is set to be knocked down and replaced with housing. 

04.07.2025 6

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Scooter procession planned for funeral of town legend

A poignant scooter procession has been organised for the funeral of a community hero from Dereham. 

04.07.2025 5

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Town business group revived in hopes of boosting high street

A Norfolk town has resurrected a business forum in an effort to boost its high street. 

04.07.2025 2

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Fears for town's Post Office despite takeover

A councillor has expressed concerns about the takeover of a town's main Post Office.

03.07.2025 10

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Defiant teenager turns up at school prom despite ban

A teenager banned from her school prom claims she was told by teachers they were not allowed to speak to her when she arrived to just get photos...

03.07.2025 3

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Jeweller one of first businesses to benefit from high street boost scheme

A Fakenham jeweller is set to be among the first high street businesses to benefit from a new council scheme aimed at reviving Norfolk high streets.

02.07.2025 8

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Town's Post Office to stay open with new firm taking over

The future of a major Norfolk post office has been confirmed after it was announced a franchise will be running the branch. 

02.07.2025 9

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Plans for Burger King and second Greggs in market town approved

Fakenham will soon be home to a Burger King and a second Greggs after plans to redevelop the town’s Morrisons petrol station were approved.

01.07.2025 10

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Petition gathers speed to fix town centre eyesore

A petition to fix an infamous high street eyesore in Fakenham has amassed nearly 2,000 signatures.

30.06.2025 10

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