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Airline sought actors for flights
Budget airline Flybe advertises for actors to fly between two cities to boost passenger numbers and avoid a 280,000 airport fine.
RIBA shortlist for East announced
The Royal Institute of British Architects announces the 13 buildings shortlisted for its East of England awards.
Royal Anglians march through town
The Royal Anglian Regiment is presented with campaign medals in King's Lynn in Norfolk.
Appeal to family of injured man
Police in Norfolk are trying to trace the family and friends of a man in critically ill in hospital.
Pilgrims mark diamond jubilee
EVERY Good Friday people across West and North Norfolk have grown used to seeing groups carrying heavy crosses walking along many of the lanes and smaller roads of the county,
Barrie takes over helm at Probus
HEACHAM man Barrie Joyce is looking forward to his new role as president of Hunstanton and District Probus Club after being handed the chains of office from retiring president
A dependable and commendable duo
HERE are the final entries for this year's Super Kids awards two youngsters who have given years of support to Lynn's Talking Newspaper, Vision Link.
Farewell as art tutor Helena signs off
PUPILS of art teacher Helena Anderson held a farewell party to mark her retirement from her classes at Henderson Art and Framing at Gaywood.
Just boxing clever at 100
FORMER boxer Bill Just keeps himself fit by using an exercise bike every day and swinging Indian juggling clubs which is no mean feat at 100 years old!
'School? We love it!'
YOUNGSTERS at Hunstanton Infants' School are celebrating after receiving a glowing Ofsted report which noted how much school was actually enjoyed.
Police dog trial first for county
The Eastern Region Police Dog Trials will be hosted by Norfolk Police for the first time next week.
Man in court over pensioner rape
A man has appeared in court accused of raping an 87-year-oldgrandmother at her Norfolk home.
Man jailed over scissors attack
A man sent threatening text messages to his former partner and cut her hand with scissors, a court hears.
Man charged with raping woman, 87
A 41-year-old man is to appear in court charged with the rape of a grandmother at her home in Great Yarmouth.
Man jailed over scissors attack
A jealous man sent threatening text messages to his former partner and cut her hand with a pair of scissors, a court hears.
Green leaders sought
BARCLAYS Commercial Bank is looking for Norfolk companies which are adopting green techniques and policies to help beat climate change and at the same time boost their own pro
Desert trek on Arabian horse
HAVING tackled a 100-mile ride across Iceland on a horse called Taxis in 2006, Alison Richardson is planning another trek, this one through the Jordanian desert.
Is getting a parking ticket a life-or-death issue for you?
KATE Dexter's world was turned upside down following a car accident in September 2006.
Fakenham - We'll fight tooth and nail
Fakenham has been rocked by the news that it will be served by just one post office following this week's bombshell announcement.
Don't send to landfill,recycle and earn cash
BARGAINS could be snapped up at new weekly auctions being held on Sunday afternoons at Clenchwarton.
'Bridge man in bus crash
A 46-YEAR-OLD Sutton Bridge man was taken to hospital after a bus crashed with a car.
Help save our post offices
Today marks the official launch of the Lynn News Save Our Post Offices campaign.
John plays it again!
HUNDREDS of people descended on Heacham church hall on Saturday for the first and only time the village's annual Music Marathon is expected to coincide with Easter.
37-yr-old found dead at his Hunstanton home
AN inquest has been opened into the death of a 37-year-old man whose body was discovered at his home in Hunstanton.
King's Lynn - Stupid, disgusting, shameful, diabolical, devastating, madness
The closure of Lynn's North End post office has been met with outrage in a community which relies on the service it offers to pensioners and vulnerable people.
Inquest for 88-year-old
AN inquest has been opened into the death of an 88-year-old man who was found dead at his home in Middleton last Tuesday.
Crime watch special event
A SPECIAL crime prevention event will be held at Lynn's Vancouver Quarter on Tuesday, looking at bicycle and shed safety.
Rape victim's 'horrendous attack'
An 87-year-old woman raped in her home is being cared for after an "horrendous attack", her family said.
Officer remanded on rape charges
A policeman from Norfolk is remanded in custody after he appears in court on rape charges.
Man held after rape of woman, 87
A 41-year-old man is arrested in connection with the rape of an 87-year-old woman in her own home.
Turkey firm set to lose 90 jobs
Bernard Matthews is to shed 90 hourly-paid jobs in Norfolk to stay competitive, the chief executive says.
Concern for missing St Germans teenager
POLICE are worried for the safety of a teenager missing from his home in St Germans.
Meat plant death worker is named
A Nottinghamshire man who died at a meat processing factory near Norwich is named.
Police authority budgets capped
The budget of Norfolk Police Authority could be capped, the government has confirmed.
Search continues to find rapist
A forensic examination continues at the Great Yarmouth home of an 87-year-old woman who was raped.
When a cuppa really is a lifesaver
REFRESHING cuppas served at Weightwatchers' meetings at Gaywood have raised enough money to buy new equipment for Lynn's cycling paramedics.
Muddy school patch is soaraway success
YOUNGSTERS from Marham Infants' School are celebrating after a barren piece of ground has been transformed into a new garden.
Investigation into factory death
Police investigate the death of a Nottinghamshire man at a meat processing factory near Norwich.
Woman, 87, raped in her own home
An 87-year-old woman is raped at her home in a Norfolk seaside resort.
Post Office branches set to close
The Post Office proposes the closure of 47 branches in Norfolk and changes to six others.
More help on hand to guide stroke victims
NURSING staff and members of the Friends of the Stroke Unit at Lynn's Queen Elizabeth Hospital have compiled an information pack to help stroke patients and their families
Calls for respect at village memorial
DISRESPECTFUL dog owners and thoughtless parents have been criticised for spoiling Hilgay's war memorial.
Holme's Seahenge makes its return to West Norfolk
AN ANCIENT structure rescued from the ravages of the sea is at last going on display to the public.
Alcoholic pleads: I need help
ALCOHOLIC Keith Bidwell got hit with another fine after police picked him up drunk in a public place yet again.
Lynn's historic gateway 'in danger' claim
ONE of Lynn's most famous landmarks is at risk and needs immediate action to stop it falling down, a resident fears.
Salon's a cut above the rest
A LYNN hair salon has celebrated its 25th anniversary with a day's fundraising for The Norfolk Hospice, Tapping House.
Hospital trust elects governors
A council of governors is elected for a Norfolk hospital bidding to become an NHS foundation trust.
Father charged with son's murder
A 48-year-old man is charged with murder following the death of his teenage son last year.
Ancient Seahenge 'returns home'
A 4,000-year-old timber circle found in the sea off Norfolk is to return to the county in a permanent display.
POLICE SEIZE CANNABIS HAUL IN LYNN
POLICE have busted a cannabis factory at a house in Lynn, containing hundreds of plants with an estimated street value of 50,000.
Father charged with son's murder
A 48-year-old man is charged with murder following the death of his teenage son.
Plea for Brown Owl to fly to rescue
A GROUP of Dersingham brownies is urgently seeking a new leader.
Pupils learn to save lives
ST GERMANS Primary School has become one of the first in West Norfolk to teach its pupils life-saving skills.
'Turbines need height limit'
A MOTION put forward by an anti-wind turbine councillor to stop structures more than 75 metres tall in West Norfolk looks set to be rejected by the council.
Cannabis factory raided by police
A cannabis factory at a house in Norfolk containing hundreds of plants is uncovered by police.
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!
YOUNGSTERS had unexpected fun in the snow yesterday (23) when wintry conditions descended on West Norfolk.
'Oscar' for helping children have fun learning
LYNN-BASED Learning Resources brought two prestigious awards home from the Education Resource Awards ceremony at Birmingham.
Post Offices face closure
SEVENTEEN sub-post offices in West Norfolk face the axe, the Lynn News reveals today.
Post Office closures: Have your say
WHAT is your reaction to the news that SEVENTEEN sub-post offices in West Norfolk face the axe.
Sutton Bridge man hurt in bus crash
A 46-YEAR-OLD Sutton Bridge man was taken to hospital after a bus crashed with a car.
Keep your short stories coming in
ENTRIES continue to pour in for the Lynn News-backed online short story competition with entries now topping 100.
Police visit brought on sweats and man's cannabis admission
POLICE found cannabis plants growing in a bungalow at Shernborne after going there for another matter, Lynn magistrates were told.
200 call for pier decision u-turn
ALMOST 200 people have now put their name to a petition in the ongoing row over the lost Hunstanton pier.
Policeman faces knife and ammo charges
A SWAFFHAM-based police officer appeared in court on Saturday charged with weapons, harassment and assault offences.
Woman (85) hurt
AN 85-year-old woman, whose injuries are unknown, went to Lynn's Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Saturday after a road accident at Snettisham.
Heavy snow hits across the East
Heavy snowfall and bitter winds hit the East of England hindering driving conditions.
Search under way for missing man
Specialist search teams aid police looking for a vulnerable missing man who has not been seen since Friday morning.
Cathedral emptied by Easter fire
A cathedral is evacuated midway through an Easter service as candles set off fire alarms.
Local pubs aid police to curb trouble
WHEN new licensing laws regarding late-night drinking hit the headlines two years ago many predicted a sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and violence on the streets of West
Give West Lynn better status
WEST Lynn is stepping up its bid for recognition. The community on the "other" side of the River Great Ouse has published its list of main concerns, claiming neglect i
New QEH hospital directors
TWO new non-executive directors have been appointed to the board of Lynn's Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
Tribute to Gaywood man found hanging in cell
AN inquest has been opened into the death of 28-year-old Jonny Riley, who was found hanging in his cell at Norwich Prison.
Unclaimed lottery prize, one month left
A MYSTERY lottery winner has less than a month left to claim their 962,302 jackpot.
Eggs-tra special at Fairstead
CHILDREN skipping out of Fairstead school gates for Easter were greeted with a van-load of Easter eggs.
Golfers turn out to help award seekers
GOLFERS took to the greens at Hunstanton on Wednesday (19) raising funds to help West Norfolk participants in the Duke of Edinburgh's award scheme.
Shops centre hopes for Sunny Hunny
DRAMATIC plans for the regeneration of Hunstanton include the creation of a new three-level shopping centre, car park and library.
OAP tagged for grabbing woman's bottom
PENSIONER George Francis was tagged and ordered to sign on the sex offenders' register after being convicted of grabbing a woman's bottom when she was out walking with
Sporle driving offender gets suspended sentence
A JUDGE slammed the maximum penalty for an offence of driving while banned as a "nonsense" before handing a prison sentence down to prolific offender Christopher Dugga
Bowling Lynn brothers strike it lucky
Congratulations to Jason Chown for his bowling achievements at Dunstable.
Local lads in TV Oliver! bid
TWO young singing sensations are dreaming of the bright lights of London's West End after enjoying early success in a BBC contest to find a new star for the hit musical Ol
Blood donor sessions
BLOOD donor sessions will be held over the coming weeks in the following locations:
'Filthy' fishmonger fined 5,000
A fish merchant who won awards for his fish is fined after inspectors find the premises in a filthy condition.
PAir of boats stolen from garden
Two inflatable boats kept in the front garden of a house in north Norfolk are stolen by thieves.
Woman tries to spend forged money
Police want to trace a woman who tried to spend forged 20 notes at three shops in north Norfolk.
BRAZEN TRICKSTERS DUPE WEST LYNN OAP
BRAZEN tricksters pushed their way into an elderly woman's home and stole cash and a credit card even after she challenged their identities.
GUN ALERT IN SOUTH WOOTTON
POLICE sent out a warning over carrying toy weapons in public after armed police were called out when a group of students were using replica weapons for filming in South Woott
Assault charge officer in court
A policeman accused of assault, harassment and making offensive phone calls is ordered to stand trial.
Lifeline for Lynn Arts Centre
THERE was fighting talk from Lynn Arts Centre this week after a threat to its future was lifted thanks to a surprise one-off grant from Norfolk County Council.
Street death suspect granted bail
A 36-year-old arrested in connection with the death of a man following a fight in Norwich is granted bail.
Newspaper job cuts are announced
A daily newspaper publisher in Suffolk is to cut its workforce with the loss of more than 20 jobs.
Police appeal to Lynn drivers
POLICE have issued a renewed appeal for motorists to remove all valuables from their vehicles following a spate of thefts in the Lynn area.
Lynn Norfolk Street suffers another blow
ONE of Lynn's oldest family businesses will close its doors for the last time later this year after more than 130 years of trading in the town.
Support needed for North Lynn project
GREATER support is needed for a new community project in North Lynn aimed at bringing residents of different backgrounds and nationalities together.
Assault charge officer in court
A policeman accused of assault, harassment and making offensive phone calls is ordered to stand trial.
Jobs to go in store closure plan
Supermarket workers face redundancy as their branch is closed while another is sold to a rival.
'Vigilance' to stop Easter raves
People are being urged to keep watch for people who may be trying to set up illegal raves over Easter.
THIEVES RAID NEIGHBOURS' HOMES
A BURGLAR stole cash, bank cards, mobile phones and jewellery from neighbouring properties in Lynn during two late night raids.
Back the West Lynn brownies!
A WEST Lynn mum who took over the running of her village brownies group is appealing for new members.
Lynn store staff help Sport Relief
STAFF at Lynn's Sainsbury's store were among those in West Norfolk to go Sport Relief crazy at the weekend, helping to raise more than 20 million nationally.
Rethink on Gaywood GP 'phone charges?
GAYTON Road Health Centre in Gaywood is wrong to charge patients over the odds for 'phoning the doctors', the Government has said.
New B & Q opens in Lynn
LYNN'S long-awaited new B&Q store opened its doors to its first customers on Friday, with the help of eight-year-old schoolgirl Sarah Lofts.
QEH staff abused by patient
HOSPITAL staff trying to offer help were abused by a drunken patient, Lynn magistrates heard last Monday.
MP opens new Lynn electrical store
LYNN has welcomed a new shop in the shape of BrightHouse, the store which lets customers pay for electrical goods in weekly instalments.
New airport control tower opens
The refitted 400,000 approach room in the control tower of Norwich Airport is due to open.
Heavy horse breeds under threat
The future of three breeds of heavy horses, including the Suffolk punch, is threatened by dwindling numbers.
Police get extra day to quiz man
Police are given more time to quiz a man arrested in connection with a death in a Norwich street.
Steeplejack dies in Sutton Bridge fall
A STEEPLEJACK died at work after falling 20 metres at Sutton Bridge Power Station.
Police find cocaine stash in Fakenham car
WHEN police stopped and searched Scott Furnish's car in Fakenham they found cocaine with a street value of between 967 and 1,290 inside.
West Norfolk digs in against quarries
EMERGENCY protest meetings are springing up across West Norfolk as residents unite to protect their countryside from dozens of proposed quarries.
Accident waiting to happen at Hunstanton
A CAMPAIGN has been launched to protect future generations of Hunstanton amid concerns that lives are being put at risk while accessing the town's recreation ground.
Fairstead man found hanging in cell
A FAIRSTEAD man was found hanging in his cell at Norwich Prison where he had been held to face charges of actual bodily harm and criminal damage.
Hunstanton paedophile to be freed soon
A "DANGEROUS, predatory paedophile" who groomed who he thought was a 14-year-old schoolgirl for sex has been jailed by a crown court judge but could be free in just fo
White Car, 18th March
There is a white car with a King's Lynn basketball poster on the parcel shelf, which hasn't moved for at least nine months. It's obviously abandoned. Can we get it recycled please?
Rise in diabetes in West Norfolk
A BIG increase in the numbers of people suffering from diabetes in West Norfolk has sparked an innovative way to raise awareness of the condition.
Charges brought over illegal rave
Charges are brought against 11 men arrested by police investigating a 1,000-strong illegal rave.
School given 1m for restoration
A Victorian school which failed to win BBC Restoration is saved from demolition by a grant of almost 1m.
Toys found with high lead levels
Toy cars with illegal levels of lead and chromium are seized in Norfolk during routine checks by trading standards.
Man dies following street fight
A 61-year-old man dies in hospital and a 36-year-old man is arrested following a fight in a street in Norwich.
Five charged with animal cruelty
Five people are charged with animal cruelty over the discovery of scores of neglected horses, ponies and donkeys.
Rail travellers face Easter chaos
National Express East Anglia rail passengers face delays over Easter due to engineering work.
Twelfth man is charged over rave
A 12th man is charged with violent disorder in connection with a disturbance at a rave in 2006.
A47: Upgrade or risk meltdown
URGENT calls have been made for a major upgrade of the A47 amid strong fears West Norfolk will not meet its future housing targets unless improvements are made.
Agency warns of severe flooding
Parts of the East of England are facing the prospect of major flooding, says the Environment Agency.
Concern over firefighters in West Norfolk
A SHORTAGE of retained firefighters and lack of daytime fire cover is causing concern in parts of West Norfolk.
Man dies following street fight
A 61-year-old man dies in hospital following a fight in a street in Norwich.
QEH bids to lead way with turbine
GROUNDBREAKING plans for a giant wind turbine at Lynn's Queen Elizabeth Hospital have been submitted to West Norfolk Council.
Two are stabbed in mass pub fight
Two men are stabbed during a fight which involved up to 30 people outside a pub in Norfolk.
Crime spree soldier spared jail
A soldier who stole cash, cheques and a credit card while suffering post traumatic stress disorder is spared jail.
Extra trains to improve service
More carriages and locomotives could be hired to help improve punctuality and reliability of train services.
Nine in court over rave violence
Nine men accused of violent disorder in connection with a disturbance at a rave appear in court.
Company director groomed 'girl'
A company director is jailed for attempting to seduce a police officer posing as a schoolgirl.
Parking for disabled: public meeting called
A MEETING has been called to discuss the controversial issue of charging disabled motorists for parking.
Alan Partridge returns to Norwich
The comedian behind Radio Norwich DJ Alan Partridge is set to visit the city in his first UK tour in 10 years.
West Norfolk scheme could save lives
A LYNN taxi firm is launching a pioneering voucher scheme to get youngsters home safely at night in the wake of four tragic deaths in West Norfolk.
Plea for donors in bid to beat cancer
A STUD hand who works for The Queen will battle odds of more than 100,000-1 next week as he bids to find a successful bone marrow transplant to help his desperate fight agains
Murder-accused remanded in jail
A MAN has appeared in court accused of the murder of disabled Fakenham pensioner Anthony Griffiths, who was found dead at his home on Monday.
Bungling nurse sparks worries
A DIRECTOR at Lynn's Queen Elizabeth Hospital has expressed concerns for patients in the care of a former nurse, who is now working in a West Norfolk nursing home, after a
Assets seized from ecstasy dealer
A drug dealer who was jailed after ecstasy tablets were found at his home has had 60,000 of his assets seized.
Policeman in court on rape charge
A policeman from Norfolk is in court charged with several serious offences including five counts of rape.
Man in court over murder charge
A 40-year-old man appears in court charged with fatally stabbing another man in Fakenham.
Baby in Clenchwarton accident
A BABY was involved in a crash between two cars on the A17 at Clenchwarton that led to an hour of diversions for motorists.
Man in court over murder charge
A 40-year-old man appears in court charged with fatally stabbing another man.
Man charged with murder in court
A 40-year-old man charged with the murder of a man who was found stabbed appears in court.
Fakenham murder: man remanded
A MAN appeared in court this morning after being charged with the murder of Fakenham man Anthony Griffiths.
TT victims 'in restricted area'
Two spectators killed by a motorbike at the TT races were in a restricted area, an inquest hears.
Lynn hospital plans multi-faith chapel
PATIENTS and visitors at Lynn's Queen Elizabeth Hospital will soon benefit from a new chapel designed to cater for every faith.
Fakenham murder: man in court
A MAN is due in court this morning after being charged with the murder of Fakenham man Anthony Griffiths.
Man charged with stabbing murder
A 40-year-old man is charged with murder in connection with the death of a man who was found stabbed.
TT victims 'in restricted area'
Two spectators who died when hit by a motorbike at the TT races were in a restricted area, an inquest hears.
Living with the traumas of war
BBC East examines the traumas facing British servicemen once they return home from war.
Second storm batters the East
East Anglia is pounded by gales and heavy rain in the second storm to hit the UK in three days.
Clubber returns home after appeal
A 26-year-old man who went missing following a night out in Norwich has returned home safe and well.
Rent increase shock at West Dereham
A PARISH council is facing the prospect of a staggering rent increase for the land it uses as the village playing field which could see bills rocket from 5 to 450 a year.
Fakenham murder: more questioning
DETECTIVES have been given more time to question a suspect in connection with the murder of a man in Fakenham.
RAF Marham staff wear uniform with pride
RAF Marham's servicemen and women will wear uniforms in public despite the abuse some military personnel have encountered from opponents of conflicts in Iraq and Afghanis
Man jailed for rubbish row murder
A man who fatally stabbed his neighbour in a row over a garden fire is given a life sentence in prison.
Murder inquiry launched after Fakenham death
DETECTIVES have today (Tuesday) launched a murder inquiry following the death of a man in Fakenham.
Clean-up starting in South Lynn
THE successful campaign to clean-up parts of Lynn and encourage residents to take pride in where they live makes a welcome return today (Wednesday).
Police get extra day to quiz man
Detectives are given more time to question a man arrested in connection with a death in Norfolk.
Wind farm cable repair is started
Workers move onto a beach to replace a damaged cable that bring power ashore from a wind farm.
50-year-old Lynn fete scrapped
A SUMMER fete which has raised tens of thousands of pounds for Lynn's Queen Elizabeth Hospital has been scrapped due to falling attendances and takings.
Boy hit by car stable in hospital
An eight-year-old boy hit by a car in Norwich is taken to hospital in Cambridge with serious head injuries.
Body find leads to murder probe
Detectives begin a murder inquiry into the death of a man whose body was found in a property.
Murder inquiry launched after Fakenham death
DETECTIVES have today launched a murder inquiry following the death of a man in Fakenham.
Crash victim identified by police
An 18-year-old pedestrian who was killed when he was hit by a car in Norfolk is identified by police.
Helicopter collides with gas rig
An air accident investigation is under way after a helicopter collides with a crane on a gas platform.
West Norfolk hit by strong winds
WEST Norfolk seemed to escape with just a thorough soaking when strong winds hit the county yesterday.
Concern over new quarries in West Norfolk
COMMUNITIES in West Norfolk are uniting to fight plans for dozens of new quarries on countryside across the borough.
Hilgay accident victim named
POLICE have named the 18-year-old who tragically died in an accident on the A10 at Hilgay in the early hours of Sunday.
Another Lynn nightspot closes
ANOTHER Lynn night spot has closed its doors, continuing a rising trend in the town.
Hunstanton teacher's first novel worth wait
FORMER teacher Gareth Calway is launching his new full-time writing career with the completion of his first novel.
Swaffham teenager building own school
TEENAGER Adam Tuck will have more reason than most of his fellow students at Hamond's High School in Swaffham to admire the new setting being provided for their education.
Child hit by car seriously hurt
A child hit by a car in Norwich is taken to hospital with injuries described by police as "serious".
Crash victim identified by police
A pedestrian who was killed when he was hit by a car in Norfolk is identified by police.
Military cross for brave Methwold soldier
COURAGEOUS servicemen and women have been formally honoured with the announcement of operational military awards.
West Acre skip fire
A SKIP full of waste plastic went up in flames at Soigne Farm Workshops at West Acre on Friday (March 7).
Farmers react to food price rises
Two Norfolk farmers explain how rising wheat prices are affecting them in different ways.
Another teenager dies in walk home
A TEENAGER was killed after he was struck by a car while walking along the A10 at Hilgay in the early hours of Sunday.
Council staff may pay to park
AN OUTCRY from disabled drivers over councillors and council staff continuing to enjoy free parking while they are forced to pay, has led to a promise that the benefit may now
Further tributes paid to Jonno Barber
FURTHER tributes have been paid to popular Downham student Jonathon "Jonno" Barber whose body was found in the River Great Ouse near the town last Tuesday.
Teenager dies in Hilgay accident
A TEENAGER was killed after he was struck by car while walking along the A10 at Hilgay in the early hours of yesterday (Sunday).
Man rescued from roof in Lynn
FIREFIGHTERS rescued a man who got stuck on a roof in King Street, Lynn, after climbing up to do some work.
Marshland stable fire
A STABLE in Dades Lane, Marshland St James, went up in flames on Saturday (March 8).
Boy (4) gets hand stuck in Lynn railings
A-FOUR-YEAR old boy was rescued from railings at Lynn sports centre Lynnsport by firefighters after getting his hand stuck.
Car torched in Castle Rising
A CAR was set alight near to the Black Horse Inn, Castle Rising, just before midnight on Saturday (March8).
Small charities fight for funds
Complex funding applications can block small charities receiving money they need to pursue their objectives.
Lynn chorus going global
LYNN Festival Chorus will be going global when it performs Drums and Voices, A Celebration of World Music in the town's St Nicholas Chapel on Sunday.
Eleven arrests after drugs raids
Police arrest 11 people suspected of supplying drugs after raids on properties in the Norwich area.
Help me to build my tree from Tasmania
A PENSIONER who emigrated to Australia from Tottenhill more than 50 years ago is appealing for help to trace her West Norfolk relatives.
Transport networks study planned
A development agency funds a study of the effect of transport congestion on economic growth.
Police: Smash and grab warning to motorists
MOTORISTS are being warned to beware after a string of vehicles had passenger windows smashed and valuables taken from within.
Rethink on South Lynn roundabout
PLANNERS have been forced to rethink the design of a new roundabout in South Lynn.
Paper bags at St Germans PO
ST GERMANS Post Office has traded plastic for paper in a bid to help the environment.
Senators' talks with MP at House of Commons
BUDDING politicians have been given a behind-the-scenes look at the Houses of Parliament as part their role on the new student senate at Methwold High School.
From Carnegie Hall to Castle Rising
POTT ROW-based McCready Music makes it event number "0004, series 1" on Friday, March 14, with an organ and violin recital at St Lawrence Church, Castle Rising, beginn
Grants of 6.9m for gypsy sites
Grants worth 6.9m are announced for new traveller sites and to extend or refurbish existing ones.
Man jailed after grooming girls
A 24-year-old man who admitted grooming young girls from across the UK on the internet is jailed.
'Prison block' gets reluctant go-ahead
CONTROVERSIAL plans for 69 affordable homes in Downham have been given the go ahead, despite widespread condemnation of their design.
Fears new law is blow for resort
FEARS have been raised about the future of coastal resorts such as Hunstanton in light of new laws restricting the amusement arcade industry.
Marshland wind farm scheme still on
A turbine for Tesco in Lynn has been thrown out by councillors, but the bid for a controversial wind farm for Marshland goes on.
Died due to blood loss
A 78-year-old Gaywood man was found dead at home with multiple incision wounds in both his forearms, an inquest opening heard on Wednesday.
WARNING: 72/ of us need to be more active
WITH just 18 per cent of West Norfolk's population taking part in physical activity three times a week, and nearly half shunning regular exercise altogether, it comes as n
No election at Hillington
A POLL due to take place later this month to fill a vacancy on Hillington Parish Council has been called off as one councillor has been elected unopposed.
Battle honours for service staff
Twenty four service personnel receive honours for leadership and bravery after serving in battle zones.
Body of Downham teenager found
THE body of 18-year-old Jonathon Barber, missing from his Downham home since Saturday, was sadly found on Tuesday.
Coastguard staff stage pay strike
Coastguard agency staff monitoring the Norfolk coast are staging the first 24-hour strike in their history.
Russians bring 'beast' of show
THE stage at Lynn Corn Exchange was transformed into an ice rink this week when the world-renowned Russian Ice Stars skated into town with a beast of a show.
Downham mourns for tragic teenager
DOWNHAM MARKET has been in mourning this week following the discovery of popular student Jonathon "Jonno" Barber's body in the River Great Ouse near the town.
Crash victim died close to own home
A MAN was killed within minutes of his home in a crash on the notorious A47, leading to renewed calls for its full length to be made dual carriageway.
Coastguards take strike action over pay offers
COASTGUARD crews staged strike action for the first time in their history yesterday as the long-running dispute over pay settlements continued.
Man hurt in Tottenhill A10 crash
AN elderly pedestrian was taken to hospital with serious head injuries after being hit by a car on the A10 at Tottenhill today (Thursday).
Pensioner faces abortion picture charges
A PENSIONER who allegedly breached an anti-social behaviour order by showing images of aborted foetuses to a shop worker will have his case heard at Norwich Crown Court.
POLICE NAME DEATH-CRASH DRIVER
ONE person was killed and another injured in a crash on the A47 at Narborough yesterday morning (Wednesday), leading to long delays and diversions for motorists.
Many people rely on animals
In response to the letter in the Lynn News on Friday regarding a fear of more dog owners going to Holme.
Hunstanton Rotarians help tsunami victims
A 15-STRONG party from the Hunstanton area is back from an enlightening visit to a Sri Lankan orphanage that has been caring for victims of the devastating 2004 tsunami.
Coastguard staff stage pay strike
Coastguard agency staff monitoring the Norfolk coast are staging the first 24-hour strike in their history in a row over pay.
Draw chooses KLFM car winner
LUCKY Mrs Elizabeth Beardsmore smiles for the camera after scooping the amazing prize of a car in a KL.FM-run competition.
NHS in East publishes data loss
The NHS in the East of England publishes information on lost data as part of its commitment to confidentiality.
Body of Downham teenager found
THE body of 18-year-old Jonathon Barber, missing from his Downham home since Saturday, has today sadly been found.
North Lynn mum proposes on Feb 29
NORTH Lynn mum Lorraine Leak plucked up the courage to propose to her boyfriend on Friday, February 29 and he said "yes".
Police try to save piglets' bacon
The owner of nine piglets stolen from a field in Norfolk believes the animals were stolen to order.
KITCHEN FIRE IN SWAFFHAM
FIREFIGHTERS doused a small fire in a kitchen in Westfield Road, Swaffham, this morning (Wednesday)
One person dies in Narborough crash
ONE person was killed and another injured in a crash on the A47 at Narborough this morning, leading to long delays and diversions for motorists.
System error, 5th March
System error has been painted on one of these walls for some time now (at least three months) and new graffiti has appeared (Feb 08)
THEFTS WARNING TO DRIVERS
MOTORISTS are being warned to beware after a string of vehicles had passenger windows smashed and valuables taken from within.
EXPERTS TACKLE FINCHAM SPILL
SPECIALIST firefighters were called to Fincham over fears a road spill from a split barrel was hazardous.
Lynnsport offered to Olympic teams
OLYMPIC athletes could choose to prepare for the 2012 London Games at Lynnsport.
Police break up South Acre 'rave'
POLICE broke up a rave in South Acre in the early hours of Sunday and arrested 14 people.
Bid for play facilities at Marham
EFFORTS are being made to create new play facilities for youngsters in Marham ahead of this year's summer holidays.
Woman hurt in South Wootton crash
A WOMAN was cut from her car and rushed to hospital after it overturned in Grimston Road, South Wootton, yesterday.
One person dead after A47 crash
One person dies when a car and a van crash in a single carriageway section of the A47 at Narborough.
Body of missing student is found
Police searching for an 18-year-old student who went missing after a night out with friends find his body.
Thirty cannabis plants discovered
Thirty cannabis plants and lighting are found in a police raid on a house in a seaside resort.
Hospital council election starts
Voters who will elect governors at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital are sent ballot papers.
Gas flow resumes at fire terminal
Gas is being pumped again through a terminal in Norfolk hit by fire last week but an investigation continues.
Dog ban moving round coast?
A BEACH ban on dogs could continue around the coast if pet owners do not start behaving more responsible.
Heavily pregnant woman is missing
A heavily pregnant woman who was due to give birth in the next week goes missing from her home.
Woman (70) dies, girl (6) fights for life
AN ELDERLY woman has died and a six-year-old girl is in a critical condition after a crash on the A17 at Clenchwarton on Saturday.
Mother's torment: 'Please find my boy'.
TEENAGE friends and family of missing Downham student Jonathon "Jonno" Barber yesterday joined in a desperate riverside search for him as hopes faded that he might sti
Doors close on 80 jobs at Del Monte
IT has been an iconic image on the banks of the River Great Ouse for decades, but production at West Lynn's Del Monte factory finally came to an end on Friday, leaving aro
Opposition to Watlington homes plan
OPPOSITION is raging against a plan to develop a patch of contaminated land with 33 new homes.
Gaywood school's awards for keeping fit
ENERGETIC youngsters at Alderman Jackson Special School have won top awards recognising their enthusiasm for sport.
Take the plunge with scuba
THE great thing about the Internet is once you know how to use it, it can take you all over the world.
Docking road closure began yesterday
FOUR weeks of drainage work to alleviate flooding on the B1153 Brancaster Road in Docking began yesterday.
Passenger dies in car collision
A woman dies and a child is in a critical condition in hospital after a collision between two cars.
Search resumes for missing teenager
THE search resumed this morning (Monday) for missing Downham teenager Jonathon Barber, involving a large number of volunteers organised by his family.
Lynn Sainsbury's happy families affair
MANY people will go out of their way to see their mum this weekend to mark Mother's Day, but for a string of staff at a Lynn supermarket no effort is required they see t
Search for missing youth resumes
The search continues for an 18-year-old who went missing while walking near a river after a night out.
Arrests made as rave is disrupted
Police arrest 14 people after receiving a tip-off that a rave was getting underway in a barn in Norfolk.
Holocaust revisited
David Cameron caused a political storm when he condemned educational visits to concentration camps.
Storms hit area - we want your stories
WEST Norfolk is clearing up this morning (Saturday) after storms hit the area last night.
Search for man last seen by river
Police, firefighters and coastguards join a search for a man last seen by a river after a night out with friends.
Woman 'bruised' as chimney falls
A woman suffers bruises when high winds bring a chimney stack crashing through the roof into her bedroom.
Storms hit area - we want your stories
WEST Norfolk is clearing up this morning after storms hit the area last night.
Beet sugar content hits high 18%
This year's sugar harvest has reached 18% the second highest level in the last decade despite the weather.
Security worry at Gaywood cemetery
A DECISION to remove CCTV cameras from Gaywood's Gayton Road cemetery could be reviewed after a Terrington St Clement couple were targeted by thieves while tending their g
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