Market town locals condemn council over plans to cut down their century-old trees

Neighbours living in Norfolk’s “last unspoiled market town” have accused a council of “railroading” housing plans that would see century-old...

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Norfolk waste firm boss killed after becoming entangled in 'sorting' machine

Officials investigating the death of a Norfolk skip firm boss say he was killed after becoming entangled in a waste sorting machine.

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Norfolk waste firm boss killed after becoming entangled in 'sorting' machine

Officials investigating the death of a Norfolk skip firm boss say he was killed after becoming entangled in a waste sorting machine.

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Much-loved village butcher's shop to return under new family-run ownership

A much-loved Norfolk butchery that stood at the centre of village life for 70 years is set to reopen under new ownership.

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Roadworks on busy Norfolk road to continue for at least another five weeks

Councillors have raised questions after works on a busy stretch of Norfolk road were delayed due to "unforeseen changes”.

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Shop owner says lives at risk in busy cobbled lane

A historic cobbled street that once paved the way for market traders on horses and carriages is now being "terrorised" by reckless motorists, a trader...

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Calls grow for urgent repairs to pothole-ridden Norfolk road

Locals on a pothole-laden street are calling for urgent action to fix crater-like holes despite promises of a six-figure council investment.

22.10.2025 7

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New Parkrun course set to arrive in Norfolk town

Young runners in Norfolk will soon have a new place to test their pace after the announcement of a new Junior Parkrun set to launch later this year.

22.10.2025 10

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Housing development gets the chop over proximity to 24/7 meat plant

A plan to build six homes behind a meat processing plant in a Norfolk town has been thrown out over fears of “unacceptable” levels of noise and...

21.10.2025 4

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Stunning drone footage shows cinematic view of Norfolk town

Stunning new drone footage has captured cinematic views of a Norfolk market town.

21.10.2025 3

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British Museum eyes Bronze Age hoard unearthed in Norfolk

The British Museum has expressed interest in acquiring a hoard of Bronze Age lead ingots discovered in Norfolk.

21.10.2025 3

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NHS trust sees staff mental health absence rates triple

The number of workers taking time off for mental health issues at the region's ambulance service has more than tripled in the last decade.

21.10.2025 10

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Former railway village known as the “Crewe of Norfolk” gets history-inspired makeover

It was once known as the “Crewe of Norfolk” for its train tracks that carried passengers and goods across the county and beyond.

19.10.2025 2

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National heritage agency called into to inspect notorious Norfolk eyesore

A national heritage agency has been called in to explore the possible revival of a notorious Norfolk eyesore.

19.10.2025 3

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Speed limit signs draped in bin bags ahead of changes on busy A140

Speed limit signs have been draped in bin bags ahead of a long-awaited limit reduction on a busy Norfolk road.

18.10.2025 10

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Speed limit signs draped in bin bags ahead of changes on busy A140

Speed limit signs have been draped in bin bags ahead of a long-awaited limit reduction on a busy Norfolk road.

18.10.2025 2

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Village sign stolen from Norfolk SEVEN years ago finally found... 140 miles away!

A village sign stolen from one of Norfolk’s smallest villages has been found hundreds of miles away seven years after it first went missing.

18.10.2025 8

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Plans for 1,500 new homes in Norfolk stall as search for buyer continues

As the first shovels hit the ground at the site of Fakenham’s new swimming pool and leisure centre on Wednesday, councillors repeatedly referenced...

18.10.2025 2

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Paston letters draw thousands at auction after unique edition sells for first time

A historic archive linked to the Paston letters has sold at a Norfolk auction for thousands of pounds.

18.10.2025 2

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When will Aylsham roundabout roadworks end?

Emergency roadworks that have caused chaos in a Norfolk town could finally be coming to an end.

17.10.2025 6

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Work finally beings at Norfolk town's new swimming pool and leisure centre

Work has finally begun on a Norfolk town’s new leisure cente and swimming pool after a long period of uncertainty.

16.10.2025 2

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Royal tribute for Norfolk men killed in 'unrecognised' Second World War massacre

Nearly 100 soldiers massacred after bravely delaying the German advance on Dunkirk have been honoured with a national memorial, more than 85 years on...

16.10.2025 10

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What bright spark did that? Lidl under fire over lights which breach guidelines

Plans for a new Norfolk Lidl are facing resistance after proposed illuminated signs were found to be nearly twice as bright as national safety...

15.10.2025 6

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Plans for housing estate in Norfolk village blocked by council

Plans to build 16 homes on the edge of a Norfolk village have been thrown out after concerns were raised about the impact the development would have...

15.10.2025 6

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Developer to open restaurant after housing plans rejected

A new Chinese restaurant is set to open in a market town after the property's owner repeatedly failed to turn it into housing.

14.10.2025 10

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Controversial Norfolk hotel sees bid to convert rooms into flats thrown out

Plans to permanently convert a controversial hotel into flats have been blocked by council officers.

14.10.2025 8

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Inquest opens into death of 31-year-old Norfolk farm worker

An inquest has opened into the death of a Norfolk farm worker.

14.10.2025 7

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Retired teaching assistant with rare autoimmune disorder dies at city hospital

An inquest has opened into the death of a retired city teaching assistant diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder.

13.10.2025 1

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Retired teaching assistant with rare autoimmune disorder dies at city hospital

An inquest has opened into the death of a retired city teaching assistant diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder.

13.10.2025 3

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Plans to convert Norfolk home into 40-child nursery withdrawn

A proposal to turn a residential property into a nursery has been withdrawn following objections over road safety, access and parking.

12.10.2025 10

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32-year-old who worked at Britain's top nuclear base died after being hit by train

A 32-year-old marine engineer who was employed at Britain’s main nuclear submarine base died after being hit by a train in a Norfolk village.

12.10.2025 3

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Man in 30s drowns after entering Norwich river

A man drowned after being seen entering a river in the early hours of the morning.

11.10.2025 6

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Work gets under way on construction of Norfolk's newest Starbucks

Construction is under way on a new Starbucks drive-thru coming to the outskirts of a Norfolk town.

10.10.2025 4

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Man carried out market place rampage on war memorial and attacked police officers

A man has been sentenced to four weeks in prison after he defaced a Norfolk town’s war memorial before assaulting multiple police officers.

10.10.2025 8

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Former surgery and dental practice hit the market as councillor offers to broker deal

A town’s former GP surgery and dentist have hit the market as concerns continue to grow over health care provisions.

10.10.2025 5

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Councillor resigns after admitting he 'would be unable to look residents in the face'

A long-standing town councillor has resigned after admitting he would be "unable to look residents in the face" if impending car park charges are put...

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