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Land with planning permission to build two new homes set to go up for auction

Land with planning permission to build two new homes set to go up for auction

A parcel of land with planning permission to build a new housing development is set to go up for auction.

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Calls for enforcement action over vacant building after three-bed flat proposal

Calls for enforcement action over vacant building after three-bed flat proposal

A council is calling for enforcement action over a vacant town building amid plans to convert it into a three-bedroom flat.

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Road closure to come into effect in town as motorists warned of disruption

Road closure to come into effect in town as motorists warned of disruption

A road closure will come into effect in a market town this month as motorists are being warned to expect disruption.

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Redevelopment of former sixth form building could take until 2031 to complete

Redevelopment of former sixth form building could take until 2031 to complete

The proposed redevelopment of a former sixth form building into homes could take until 2031 to fully complete.

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Flat plans above former fish and chip shop refused for second time in a year

Flat plans above former fish and chip shop refused for second time in a year

Plans to convert a five-bedroom property above a former fish and chip shop havce been refused for the second time in a year.

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Locals object to plans for new housing estate in village

Locals object to plans for new housing estate in village

A proposed new development that would see seven new homes built in a village has sparked concern among locals.

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Shop seeks change-of-use approval after planning oversight discovered

Shop seeks change-of-use approval after planning oversight discovered

A charity shop converted from a former furniture repair business is seeking permission for its change of use.

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Pressure mounts on Anglian Water over compensation after outage chaos in town

Pressure mounts on Anglian Water over compensation after outage chaos in town

Pressure is mounting on Anglian Water to compensate locals after a water outage caused chaos for more than 1,000 homes.

02.10.2026 20

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New restaurant and farm shop plans could now get go-ahead after council U-turn

New restaurant and farm shop plans could now get go-ahead after council U-turn

A Norfolk family's proposal to open a new restaurant and farm shop could get the go-ahead after a U-turn by planning officials.

01.10.2026 10

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Fresh details on 360-home development in town unveiled

Fresh details on 360-home development in town unveiled

Further details about a planned 360-home development have been unveiled, after fresh details revealed the project would be split into phases.

01.10.2026 10

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Parents' tribute to son who was 'very much more than the circumstances of his death'

Parents' tribute to son who was 'very much more than the circumstances of his death'

The body of a "funny, intelligent, and kind-hearted" man was discovered by his father inside his flat in Norwich.

30.09.2026 20

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Parents' tribute to son who was 'very much more than the circumstances of his death'

Parents' tribute to son who was 'very much more than the circumstances of his death'

The body of a "funny, intelligent, and kind-hearted" man was discovered by his father inside his flat in Norwich.

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Norwich Evening News

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Fire-damaged village school resumes in-person classes at 18th-century home

Fire-damaged village school resumes in-person classes at 18th-century home

A primary school ravaged by a fire during the summer holidays has resumed in-person classes at an 18th century country house.

29.09.2026 20

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Brewery and taproom focused on 'quality' and 'consistency' opens to customers

Brewery and taproom focused on 'quality' and 'consistency' opens to customers

A Norfolk brewery and taproom has opened its doors to the public for the first time.

29.09.2026 10

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Off-grid glamping retreat planned for village

Off-grid glamping retreat planned for village

An 'off-grid' rural glamping retreat has been put forward for land where similar plans were previously refused.

29.09.2026 10

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Plans to build 16 new homes in village after previous refusal unveiled

Plans to build 16 new homes in village after previous refusal unveiled

Up to 16 new homes could be built on the edge of a Norfolk village where previous plans were refused.

27.09.2026 20

Eastern Daily Press

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Fight launched to build new homes in village after plans for site refused twice

Fight launched to build new homes in village after plans for site refused twice

A developer has launched a planning fight for new homes in a village after plans for the site were refused.

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Council backs campaign to get better cash access in market town

Council backs campaign to get better cash access in market town

Calls for a new banking hub continue to gather momentum amid concerns about accessing services in a town.

25.09.2026 20

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Countryside fears scupper controversial bark processing facility plans

Countryside fears scupper controversial bark processing facility plans

Controversial plans to build a new bark processing facility near a historic ancient woodland have been refused.

25.09.2026 20

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Vacant hotel and pub set to go up for auction 18 months after closing down

Vacant hotel and pub set to go up for auction 18 months after closing down

A vacant town hotel and pub is set to go up for auction 18 months after closing its doors to customers.

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Memorial plaque unveiled to honour men killed in Second World War plane crash

Memorial plaque unveiled to honour men killed in Second World War plane crash

A new memorial plaque has been unveiled in a Norfolk church to honour American airmen killed in a plane crash during the Second World War.

25.09.2026 40

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Developer wins appeal to build homes in village despite objections from locals

Developer wins appeal to build homes in village despite objections from locals

A housing developer has won an appeal to build six new homes in a village despite objections from locals.

25.09.2026 20

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Village could soon expand with new homes as plans for development lodged

A village could soon expand as plans for a "high-quality" and "inclusive" housing development were lodged.

24.09.2026 10

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School PTA treasurer used 'deceit' and 'excuses' to take more than £7,000 from funds

School leaders and parents have spoken of their "betrayal" after a treasurer took more than £7,000 from a parent teacher association fund.

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Next stage of plans to expand care village with more bungalows approved

The next stage of plans for a major expansion of a housing and care development has been approved.

23.09.2026 50

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More than £2,000 raised in memory of 'much-loved' men who died on hiking trip

More than £2,000 has been raised in memory of two "much-loved" Norfolk men who died while hiking on a Welsh mountain.

23.09.2026 40

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New countryside sauna and cold water wellbeing facility planned for town farm

A new countryside sauna and wellbeing facility is hoping planners don't pour cold water on its proposals.

23.09.2026 10

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Support for banking hub ramps up amid 'significant disadvantage' fears for locals

Support for a new banking hub in a town has ramped up amid concerns that locals face "a significant disadvantage".

23.09.2026 10

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Wells-next-the-Sea gets to grips with latest incomers... feral cats!

It is one of Norfolk’s most upmarket towns where the number of second homes and holiday lets has led to an intense debate about those not able to...

22.09.2026 10

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Controversial town centre hotel seeking permission to keep unauthorized works

A controversial town hotel is looking to keep en-suite and kitchenette facilities that were installed without permission.

22.09.2026 10

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Tributes to former town greengrocer described as 'huge character' in community

Tributes have been paid to a well-known town greengrocer described as "a huge character" in the community.

21.09.2026 20

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New home development plans for former village pub and garage site spark concern

A new housing development planned for a former village pub and garage site has sparked concern.

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Next stage of plans for assisted living complex on edge of village approved

The next stage of plans to build a new assisted living complex on the edge of a village has been approved.

21.09.2026 20

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Developer loses fight to build new home after concerns about 'adverse effects'

A developer has lost a fight to build a new home after concerns were raised about the "adverse effects".

21.09.2026 20

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Robots meet their match... GP surgery ditches AI receptionist after patients complain

A medical practice has announced it will stop using an AI receptionist following a number of concerns.

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Village pub embarks on 'exciting new chapter' as sole focus of its owners

A village pub is embarking on an "exciting new chapter" after becoming the sole focus of its owners.

18.09.2026 20

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Seven new homes could be built in village to meet 'substantial unmet demand'

A new housing development could be built in a village in order to meet "substantial unmet demand".

17.09.2026 30

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New dog walking and exercise field could open in town as plans lodged

A vacant area of grassland near a residential street could be transformed into a dog walking field.

17.09.2026 30

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Fresh calls for action over eyesore described as 'blight' on town centre

Fresh calls for action have been made over an infamous high street eyesore left in a state of disrepair.

17.09.2026 30

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Padel court complex with more than 11,000 bookings since opening set to expand

A padel court complex on a farm in Fakenham is set to expand in order to meet "unmet demand".

16.09.2026 20

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Locals fear 'absolute chaos' as talks continue over town car park proposals

Plans to introduce charges for a town's car parks for the first time have met a fierce backlash.

16.09.2026 20

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24-mile diversion route as town road to close for resurfacing works

A town road is due to close to motorists this month with a lengthy diversion route in place.

16.09.2026 20

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Controversial car parking charge proposals for town to be discussed at meeting

Controversial proposals to introduce parking charges in a market town for the first time are to be discussed at a meeting.

15.09.2026 30

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'Much-loved' twin sisters with 'wonderful bond' celebrate landmark birthday

A pair of much-loved twin sisters who share a "wonderful bond" have celebrated a landmark birthday.

15.09.2026 20

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66-bed care home in town approved despite concerns road is at 'breaking point'

A new 66-bed care home is set to be built in a market town after plans were given the go-ahead.

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Locals say plans for new homes in village would cause 'disruption' and 'danger'

Locals say plans for a new residential development in a Norfolk village will cause "disruption" and "danger".

07.09.2026 30

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Town rugby club bouncing back after exodus of players left it 'on its knees'

A market town rugby club is bouncing back after previously being left "on its knees" from a player exodus.

07.09.2026 30

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New networking group to provide 'welcoming environment' for women in business

A new business networking group aimed at providing "a welcoming environment for women" will launch this month.

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Private town swimming pool to host swim school as plans approved

A private indoor swimming pool in a town is set to accommodate a swim school after plans were approved.

03.09.2026 30

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Private town swimming pool to host swim school as plans approved

A private indoor swimming pool in a town is set to accommodate a swim school after plans were approved.

03.09.2026 20

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