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Eight-year-old completes 60-mile walk for lifeboat charity

An eight-year-old RNLI supporter has raised more than £3,000 for the charity by using the power of his feet.

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Volunteer Extravaganza happening this week

A major volunteer celebration and recruitment event is happening this week.

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Pupils and staff scale new heights in climbing wall challenge

Pupils reached new heights during a fun-filled climbing wall challenge.

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Mental health trust seeks feedback on new carers charter

The area's mental health trust is inviting people to have their say on a new carers charter.

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Improvised comedy troupe bring 'unpredictable' show to Norfolk theatre

A night of unpredictable comedy is heading to the stage and promises laughter from start to finish.

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Primary school celebrates countries from around the world

A primary school is bringing the world to the classroom.

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First ever music festival at football club hailed a 'triumph'

A music festival at Dereham Town Football Club drew a crowd of 1,000 people.

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Study seeks babies to track brainwaves and improve language development

A project at the University of East Anglia is tracking baby brainwaves to help deaf infants born to hearing parents.

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Norfolk woman, 89, to open newly-planted garden in village's open gardens event

An 89-year-old gardening enthusiast is still digging deep and inspiring others with her green-fingered passion.

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Train operator supports Pride Month

Greater Anglia is encouraging people to travel by rail to Pride events across the region.

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House builder joins forces with charity to clean Norfolk streets

A house builder has joined forces with a litter-picking charity to help keep the streets of Norfolk clean.

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Choir to perform summer concerts at Norwich churches

The Anglian Singers are set to perform two summer concerts at Norwich churches.

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Aspiring nurses to begin training at QEH hub in 2025

Aspiring nurses will soon be able to begin their training at a dedicated hub in King’s Lynn.

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Norwich schoolgirls to take on 50-mile sailing challenge

Two Norwich schoolgirls are set to take on a "no mean feat" challenge to raise money for a sailing charity.

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Norfolk vineyard to host sustainability event with wine tasting

A Norfolk vineyard known for its environmental ethos is set to host a sustainability event.

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King's Lynn Festival launches new initiative to support young musicians

A new initiative has been launched by King’s Lynn Festival to support young classical musicians' studies across west Norfolk.

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Food hygiene ratings for West Norfolk restaurants and cafes revealed

The scores are in and the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Kings Lynn and West Norfolk restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been...

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Air ambulance service thanks volunteers who have donated 12,500 hours

Volunteers for the East Anglian Air Ambulance have donated 12,500 hours of their time in less than a year.

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Play about witch hunts against gay women in armed forces to tour in Suffolk

A new play depicting the witch hunts against gay women in the armed forces is set to commence its tour in Lowestoft.

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Former detective to host 'serial killer experience' in Norwich

A former Scotland Yard detective is set to host a chilling "serial killer experience" in Norwich.

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Dozens of new homes to be built as part of North Walsham development

Dozens of new homes are set to be built as part of a development that will also deliver new sports and play facilities.

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Beloved BBC Radio Norfolk DJ to give host talk

A BBC Radio Norfolk presenter will be hosting a special talk next month.

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New sculpture trail coming to popular nature reserve

A new sculpture trail is coming to Pensthorpe nature reserve.

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'Highlight of the year' challenge raises thousands for charity

A team of 14 walkers who took part in a "highlight of the year" challenge raised thousands of pounds for charity with their efforts.

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The crime hotspots in Hunstanton and Burnham

Crime rates in Hunstanton and Burnham saw an increase in March 2025.

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New coffee morning to help combat social isolation

A new coffee morning aims to combat social isolation, anxiety and depression.

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Former detective to host 'serial killer experience' in Norwich

A former Scotland Yard detective is set to host a chilling "serial killer experience" in Norwich.

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Woman who was homeless as teen to skydive for charity

A woman who was homeless at 17 is set to skydive for charity.

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More than 100 knives seized in Norfolk knife crime operation

More than 100 knives were seized in a targeted operation to combat knife crime in Norfolk.

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Meet the 'Dalek man' using Doctor Who replicas to raise money for charity

A Doctor Who fan is dedicating his time to creating homemade Daleks to support good causes.

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Deli launches summer campaign to celebrate local producers

A deli has launched a summer campaign to celebrate local food and drink producers.

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Man opens care company to help people stay at home

A man has set up a care company to help people stay at home.

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Swim school teaches 152 children as it celebrates five years in business

A swim school is celebrating five years in business.

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Volunteers recognised for 'thriving' rail station gardens

Volunteers at a Norfolk train station have been recognised for their "thriving" gardens.

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Film encourages vision impaired people to connect with nature

A new film launch and special guided walk is encouraging vision impaired people to connect with nature.

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Norfolk garden designers to make history with debut show garden

Stark Strand Garden Design has announced its debut at a renowned gardening festival.

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Record crowds at Beccles Food and Drink Festival

Saturday’s 10th Beccles Food and Drink Festival saw its most successful event to date.

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Classic Ibiza set for 10th birthday bash at Norfolk venue

Classic Ibiza's return to Blickling Estate for its 10th birthday celebrations is gathering pace.

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Spring treats! Winners in our latest competitions

Lucky readers are enjoying an array of treats after being picked winners in Eastern Daily Press and Norwich Evening News April competitions.

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Spring treats! Winners in our latest competitions

Lucky readers are enjoying an array of treats after being picked winners in Eastern Daily Press and Norwich Evening News April competitions.

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Village cricket and relationships in the pavilion take centre stage at theatre

A comedy centred on a village cricket match is pitching into the fundraising efforts of Sheringham Little Theatre.

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105-year-old remembered for her support of local lifeboat crew

She was a dedicated supporter of the RNLI who was a "truly inspiring" example to others and reached the remarkable age of 105.

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Popular beach run to return this summer

A popular beach run is set to return this summer.

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Charity trek to support vulnerable young people

A 72-year-old YMCA Norfolk ambassador is set to embark on a 104-mile charity walk.

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Train operator recognised for inclusive workplace

A train operator has been recognised for its inclusive workplace.

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What will the weather be like in Norwich over the bank holiday weekend?

The Met Office has forecast a mixed bag of weather for Norwich over the bank holiday weekend.

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Digital billboard and extensions among latest Norwich planning applications

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Norwich City Council, featuring proposals for digital advertising, home extensions, tree...

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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Norwich Evening News

The Norwich Evening News published five death notices last week.

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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Eastern Daily Press

The Eastern Daily Press published 46 death notices last week.

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New mooring for accessible motor cruiser

A new mooring for an accessible motor cruiser has been provided by Richardson's Boating Holidays.

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