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How to win a £100 Aldi voucher and picnic for four for under £25

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Sea cadets step aboard historic ship to retrace sailors' footsteps

Sea cadets step aboard historic ship to retrace sailors' footsteps

Sea cadets have stepped aboard a historic ship to retrace the footsteps of those who sailed before them.

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Eastern Daily Press

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Country fair returns for milestone anniversary

Country fair returns for milestone anniversary

A country fair is returning for its 10th anniversary.

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Healthcare workers lace up trainers to support dementia care

Healthcare workers lace up trainers to support dementia care

Healthcare workers recently laced up their trainers in support of dementia care.

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Music group performs sing-a-thon to raise funds

Music group performs sing-a-thon to raise funds

A summer sing-a-thon event has raised funds for a music group in north Norfolk.

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Students return from annual sports tour in Spain

Students return from annual sports tour in Spain

A group of 35 students from Marshland High School in West Walton, Norfolk, travelled to the Costa Brava as part of the school’s annual sports tour.

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Care home honours two WWII veterans with heartfelt D-Day tribute

Care home honours two WWII veterans with heartfelt D-Day tribute

A care home has honoured two Second World War veterans with a heartfelt D-Day tribute.

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Mental health play endorsed by Stephen Fry returns to Norfolk roots

Mental health play endorsed by Stephen Fry returns to Norfolk roots

A powerful stage production about mental health, addiction and survival is coming to Great Yarmouth.

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Norwich Theatre joins new national theatre alliance

Norwich Theatre joins new national theatre alliance

A new national theatre alliance has launched with a clear set of demands for government action.

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Norwich Evening News

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Norwich Theatre joins new national theatre alliance

Norwich Theatre joins new national theatre alliance

A new national theatre alliance has launched with a clear set of demands for government action.

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Three historic buildings to receive share £205,000 grant

Three historic buildings to receive share £205,000 grant

Three historic buildings are set to benefit from significant investment to repair and upgrade them.

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Exhibition of more than 600 artworks by children to open at Norwich Cathedral

Exhibition of more than 600 artworks by children to open at Norwich Cathedral

An exhibition featuring more than 600 artworks by Norfolk primary schoolchildren is set to open.

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City launches free summer trail inviting families to discover stories

City launches free summer trail inviting families to discover stories

A family-friendly trail celebrating books and creativity across the city is due to launch next month.

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Local playwright's work selected for performance at major US theatre festival

Local playwright's work selected for performance at major US theatre festival

A playwright from Norwich is making her mark on the international stage.

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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Norwich Evening News

Death notices and funeral announcements from the Norwich Evening News

Norwich published 3 death notices last week.

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Exhibition of more than 600 artworks by children to open at Norwich Cathedral

Exhibition of more than 600 artworks by children to open at Norwich Cathedral

An exhibition featuring more than 600 artworks by Norfolk primary schoolchildren is set to open.

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Eastern Daily Press

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Students bring classroom learning to life during London trip

Students bring classroom learning to life during London trip

Pupils brought their classroom learning to life during a hands-on trip to the capital.

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47-mile race along Norfolk coast starts at sunrise

47-mile race along Norfolk coast starts at sunrise

An endurance challenge will take place along the North Norfolk coast.

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Family fun day planned to help bring community together

Family fun day planned to help bring community together

A special family fun day is set to bring the community together with entertainment for all ages.

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Photo competition seeks snapshots of 'real moments' from across the county

Photo competition seeks snapshots of 'real moments' from across the county

The county's community spirit is once again in the spotlight with the return of a popular photo competition.

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Eastern Daily Press

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Castle Quarter in Norwich announces free family event

Castle Quarter in Norwich announces free family event

A family-friendly event will bring animated movie magic to life with meet-and-greets and hands-on fun.

12.06.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

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Railway depot holds open day for first time in almost 40 years

Railway depot holds open day for first time in almost 40 years

A railway depot has welcomed the public for a rare behind-the-scenes visit.

12.06.2026 10

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Family day features circus skills and drumming to celebrate Refugee Week

Family day features circus skills and drumming to celebrate Refugee Week

A family day of circus skills, storytelling, and music will bring the community together later this month.

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County teams gather for tournament in rapidly growing sport

County teams gather for tournament in rapidly growing sport

Fakenham Rugby Club hosted its second walking rugby tournament, drawing teams from across the county.

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Station to get wildlife-friendly garden

Station to get wildlife-friendly garden

A station is set to become greener thanks to a new wildlife-friendly garden project at a railway station.

11.06.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

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Music festival coming to village with choir, organist and folk artist

Music festival coming to village with choir, organist and folk artist

A music festival is returning with live performances, workshops, and community events.

11.06.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

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Artists open studios free to public to show off creative talents

Artists open studios free to public to show off creative talents

Breckland Open Studios is inviting the public to explore artists' studios.

11.06.2026 9

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Beloved fire engine called Mavis to return home for special anniversary event

Beloved fire engine called Mavis to return home for special anniversary event

A beloved fire engine named Mavis is returning home - just in time to celebrate a major anniversary.

11.06.2026 10

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Popular day-long music festival returns to pub this month

Popular day-long music festival returns to pub this month

A day-long music festival will return this month, offering food, family fun, and a packed line-up of live music.

11.06.2026 10

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Charity launches campaign urging 25p donations at tills across East Anglia

Charity launches campaign urging 25p donations at tills across East Anglia

A new campaign hopes to turn pocket change into precious childhood memories.

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Eastern Daily Press

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Care home residents become 'Watton Wombles' in community litter picks

Care home residents become 'Watton Wombles' in community litter picks

A group of care home residents have been making a difference in their community.

10.06.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

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Volunteers supporting people with sight loss honoured at Norfolk garden

Volunteers supporting people with sight loss honoured at Norfolk garden

Volunteers have been honoured for their essential work during a week of national celebration.

10.06.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

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Vintage Land Rover run brings support to families affected by dementia

Vintage Land Rover run brings support to families affected by dementia

A vintage Land Rover run is bringing hope and support to families affected by dementia.

10.06.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

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Blind student named Student of the Year at college's award ceremony

Blind student named Student of the Year at college's award ceremony

A blind student has been named Student of the Year at a college's award ceremony.

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Country park hosts annual meeting of natural burial ground bosses

Country park hosts annual meeting of natural burial ground bosses

A gathering of natural burial park managers has taken place at one of the UK’s leading environmentally sustainable burial parks.

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Country park hosts annual meeting of natural burial ground bosses

Country park hosts annual meeting of natural burial ground bosses

A gathering of natural burial park managers has taken place at one of the UK’s leading environmentally sustainable burial parks.

09.06.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

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More than 1,000 people turn up for volunteering event

More than 1,000 people turn up for volunteering event

A major volunteering event has inspired fresh interest in community action.

09.06.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

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Care home residents bond with animals including rabbits and tortoises

Care home residents bond with animals including rabbits and tortoises

Care home residents have been given the chance to bond with animals thanks to a heartwarming animal therapy programme.

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Mobile dental clinic sets up at food hubs

Mobile dental clinic sets up at food hubs

A mobile dental clinic is delivering vital access to people facing barriers to treatment.

05.06.2026 10

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Photographers' work in main focus of successful show

Photographers' work in main focus of successful show

The Bucks Photoshow has been the main focus again of lovers of all things camera.

05.06.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

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Pupils welcome furry friend during popular school visits

Pupils welcome furry friend during popular school visits

Cuddles, comfort and a wagging tail are helping to brighten the school day at a Norfolk school.

05.06.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

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Family says short break service was 'an absolute lifeline'

Family says short break service was 'an absolute lifeline'

A short break service in Norfolk had been described as a “lifeline” by a family.

05.06.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

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New £10m medical research prize launched in memory of 15-year-old girl

Scientists in Norfolk and Suffolk are being urged to help solve a problem that could change millions of lives.

04.06.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

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New £10m medical research prize launched in memory of 15-year-old girl

Scientists in Norfolk and Suffolk are being urged to help solve a problem that could change millions of lives.

04.06.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

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'Wild' festival for all the family set to return to Norfolk

The Wild West Norfolk Festival is set to return to Hunstanton, promising a range of family-friendly fun.

04.06.2026 10

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Film festival returning to town with more than 260 films including 37 world premieres

A film festival is returning this summer on the east coast with more than 260 films and a programme featuring 37 world premieres.

04.06.2026 10

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Norfolk scientists seek families for ground breaking gut health study

Scientists are seeking Norfolk families to unravel the mysteries of gut health.

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Meet-up sessions bring comfort and friendships for families of ill children

Monthly support sessions are bringing comfort, connection and community to families facing the challenges of caring for seriously ill children.

04.06.2026 20

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Football match and family fun day to remember 'one of our own'

The third annual Wes Barton Memorial Match will take place on Sunday, June 28.

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Week of events celebrating volunteers across Norfolk launched

Thousands of volunteers across Norfolk are being celebrated for the vital role they play in supporting their communities.

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