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Victorian home 'unsold' at auction after failed housing for asylum seekers bids

A Victorian home at the centre of three failed bids to turn it into housing for asylum seekers has failed to sell at auction.

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Man dies following cardiac arrest at shopping centre

A man died after suffering a cardiac arrest at a town shopping centre.

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Doors of properties damaged as vandals strike

Vandals caused damage to two properties in a seaside town during separate incidents.

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Man charged after allegedly jumping on police car near pub

A man is set to appear at court after he was allegedly seen jumping on a police car near a pub.

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20 years of disabled sailing on scenic Broad is celebrated

20 years of disabled sailing on scenic Broad is celebrated

It is a charitable organisation that enables people with disabilities to enjoy sailing on the Broads.

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Urgent £1m appeal launched to maintain 'Heroes retreat'

Urgent £1m appeal launched to maintain 'Heroes retreat'

It is a "heroes' retreat" and one of a seaside town's most historic hotel buildings.

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Health and safety concerns raised over fishing boats on beach

Health and safety concerns raised over fishing boats on beach

They evoke memories of yesteryear by highlighting a coastal town's rich links with the fishing industry.

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Supermarket giant to open new store soon after signs installed

Supermarket giant to open new store soon after signs installed

New signs have gone up a week ahead of a grocery giant opening its first supermarket in a seaside town.

27.06.2025 10

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Nails placed under car tyres as vandals spray paint over vehicle

Nails placed under car tyres as vandals spray paint over vehicle

Nails were placed under the tyres of a car while paint was sprayed over the vehicle as vandals struck.

27.06.2025 9

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Traffic cone thrown through car window as vehicles damaged by vandals

Traffic cone thrown through car window as vehicles damaged by vandals

Two cars parked in a seaside town were damaged by vandals during separate incidents.

26.06.2025 9

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Major transformation of town's former post office gathers pace

Major transformation of town's former post office gathers pace

Transformation of a town's former post office into a new creative hub is continuing to gather pace.

25.06.2025 8

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Expansion bid could see new beauty therapy rooms unveiled

Expansion bid could see new beauty therapy rooms unveiled

A health and beauty business could expand its offering in a coastal town, provided plans get the go-ahead. 

25.06.2025 10

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Van targeted as 'large number' of power tools stolen overnight

Van targeted as 'large number' of power tools stolen overnight

A "'large number" of power tools were stolen from a van after thieves struck in an overnight raid.

25.06.2025 10

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Move over Britain's Got Talent! Village pupils show off their creative streaks

Move over Britain's Got Talent! Village pupils show off their creative streaks

Talented youngsters took centre stage as an exciting annual event made a welcome return.

25.06.2025 10

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Investigations under way after boy, 15, suffers horrific injuries

Investigations under way after boy, 15, suffers horrific injuries

An investigation is under way after a teenager suffered a horrific facial injury after trouble flared up by a seafront.

24.06.2025 10

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Man in 80s involved in crash as car careers into home

Man in 80s involved in crash as car careers into home

Investigations are under way in connection with a dramatic crash that saw a car career into a home.

24.06.2025 10

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Tens of thousands flock to town for 'magical' beach festival

Tens of thousands flock to town for 'magical' beach festival

Tens of thousands of people soaked up the sunshine as they hit the east coast for the "magical" return of the UK's only free beachfront festival.

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Land featuring garages sells for above estimate at auction

Land featuring garages sells for above estimate at auction

A parcel of land featuring two garages has been sold for more than its estimated price at auction.

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Norfolk and Suffolk schools battle it out in 'amazing' trust-wide contest

Norfolk and Suffolk schools battle it out in 'amazing' trust-wide contest

Youngsters from across Norfolk and Suffolk enjoyed an "amazing day" after descending on a Lowestoft primary school for a special sports event.

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Community garden targeted by thieves

Community garden targeted by thieves

A community garden in a coastal town was targeted by thieves.

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Norfolk and Suffolk schools battle it out in 'amazing' trust-wide contest

Norfolk and Suffolk schools battle it out in 'amazing' trust-wide contest

Youngsters from across Norfolk and Suffolk enjoyed an "amazing day" after descending on a Lowestoft primary school for a special sports event.

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Car careers into home on housing estate

Car careers into home on housing estate

A man was treated for injuries following a dramatic crash that saw a car career into a home this afternoon.

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Grocery giant set to open first supermarket in seaside town next month

Grocery giant set to open first supermarket in seaside town next month

Signage has gone up as a grocery giant prepares to open its first supermarket in a seaside town.

21.06.2025 10

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Countdown on for Britain's most easterly race

Countdown on for Britain's most easterly race

The countdown is on as hundreds of runners prepare to hit the start line for an inaugural race.

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Arson probe 'ongoing' after devastating industrial estate fire

Arson probe 'ongoing' after devastating industrial estate fire

Investigations are continuing into a fire that ravaged a self-storage warehouse.

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Cash stolen as vehicle targeted in overnight raid

Cash stolen as vehicle targeted in overnight raid

A vehicle was searched and cash stolen after thieves struck in an overnight raid.

20.06.2025 2

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Long-serving car dealership is sold ahead of auction

Long-serving car dealership is sold ahead of auction

A former car sales showroom has been sold ahead of an auction.

20.06.2025 2

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New seafront sports facilities to open as part of £1.9m revamp

New seafront sports facilities to open as part of £1.9m revamp

Outdoor exercise equipment is set to be unveiled ahead of the return of the UK's only free beachfront festival.

19.06.2025 9

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Vandals throw brick through back window of parked vehicle

Vandals throw brick through back window of parked vehicle

Vandals smashed a vehicle's back window after a brick was thrown while a front door was targeted as damage was caused during separate incidents.

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New convenience store set to open at prominent former pub

New convenience store set to open at prominent former pub

A town pub that had been closed for more than three years is set to open its doors next week with a new look and function.

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Stunning sculptures showcased as UK's only FREE beachfront festival returns

Stunning sculptures showcased as UK's only FREE beachfront festival returns

Two incredible bronze artworks have landed on the east coast.

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Homeowner flees as roof is 'completely destroyed' by fire after lightning strike

Homeowner flees as roof is 'completely destroyed' by fire after lightning strike

A householder was forced to flee their home after a fire caused by a lightning strike "completely destroyed" the roof of the property in a coastal...

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Sony headphones and keys stolen as thieves target vehicles

Sony headphones and keys stolen as thieves target vehicles

Sony headphones and a set of keys were among the items stolen as thieves targeted parked vehicles in separate raids.

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Major £1.9m seafront transformation 'progressing well' says contractor

Major £1.9m seafront transformation 'progressing well' says contractor

A major revamp of Britain's most easterly seafront is "progressing well".

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Traffic turned away after £146m bridge malfunctions

Traffic turned away after £146m bridge malfunctions

Traffic had to be turned away from the £146m Gull Wing bridge in Lowestoft following a malfunction that is now under investigation.

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Lifeboat aids Dutch sailor needing urgent medical care

Lifeboat aids Dutch sailor needing urgent medical care

A Dutch sailor who needed urgent medical care and was in pain at sea was assisted by a lifeboat crew.

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New care home could be built on garden centre site

New care home could be built on garden centre site

A 66-bedroom care home could be built on empty land last used as a garden centre, provided plans get the go-ahead.

17.06.2025 10

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Police to hunt for serious offenders as facial recognition technology hits town

Police to hunt for serious offenders as facial recognition technology hits town

One of the latest innovative tools in the fight against crime is set to be in use this weekend as thousands of people flock to a major east coast...

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'Historically significant' collection (including a HOWITZER!) up for auction

'Historically significant' collection (including a HOWITZER!) up for auction

A historic machinery collection that includes a howitzer artillery field gun and several classic tractors is set to go under the hammer next weekend.

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Honours joy for long-serving manager who 'epitomises what libraries are all about'

Honours joy for long-serving manager who 'epitomises what libraries are all about'

A long-serving library manager at the "heartbeat" of the community has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list.

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How a signal box was lifted and moved to its new home

How a signal box was lifted and moved to its new home

It has been a prominent landmark in a coastal town for more than a century.

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Allotments targeted as thieves strike overnight

Allotments targeted as thieves strike overnight

A rotavator was stolen and damage caused after thieves targeted an allotment.

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Major waterfront development bid for 500 new homes at former factory site

Major waterfront development bid for 500 new homes at former factory site

A bid to transform a former factory site with 500 new homes as part of a major waterfront development could soon take a significant step forward.

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Devastated owners 'heartbroken' after fire engulfs warehouse

Devastated owners 'heartbroken' after fire engulfs warehouse

The owners of a family-run business are "devastated and heartbroken" after fire ravaged a self-storage warehouse.

13.06.2025 10

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Fresh bid to revamp A47 petrol filling station is lodged

Fresh bid to revamp A47 petrol filling station is lodged

A long-established petrol filling station could create new jobs provided major revamp plans get the go-ahead.

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Vans targeted by men wearing face coverings as thieves strike

Vans targeted by men wearing face coverings as thieves strike

The hunt is on for two young men wearing face coverings as vans were targeted during a theft and an attempted theft.

13.06.2025 10

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Alcohol, tools and mountain bike all stolen in spate of garage burglaries

The garage of a home in a coastal town was targeted twice in quick succession as burglars fled with tools and alcohol.

12.06.2025 10

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New 'pet paradise' opens doors on industrial estate

A brand new destination for pet lovers has been unveiled in a coastal town.

12.06.2025 10

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Investigations under way after major blaze on industrial estate

Investigations are under way following a devastating blaze at a self-storage warehouse.

11.06.2025 20

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East coast venue to temporarily close for £3m revamp

A prominent east coast theatre will temporarily close this Sunday as works continue as part of a major £3m revamp.

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