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Hotel future looks bright with bold new vision

Renovation works are taking place at a hotel as its new owners seek to build on its success and become a key part of the community.

Flood victims plead for law change

Flood victims being kept on constant high alert have pleaded for a change in the law over waterway management.

Teacher takes up new head role

A fresh start beckons for a school after its teacher was promoted to the new headteacher for the school.

Three jailed after harrowing attack on vulnerable woman

Two women and a teenage boy have been jailed after kidnapping, torturing and sexually assaulting a vulnerable woman.

Craft hub on the brink of saving building

A Christmas fundraising push has helped a community craft centre reach the brink of being able to buy its building.

Car collides with pedestrian

A pedestrian has been seriously injured after being involved in a collision with a car this morning.

Laser shone at air ambulance attending emergency

Appeal for information after laser shone at East Anglian Air Ambulance while attending medical emergency.

Men identified after theft

Two men who police wanted to speak to following a theft incident have now been identified.

BEM award for business owner

A man who was awarded a BEM in the New Year’s Honours list has dedicated the award to his late wife.

Planning inspectorate brought into party venue dispute

Government officials are being drawn into a dispute over a noisy party venue in a small Norfolk village.

Photographer reveals the beauty of analogue methods

Taking a closer look at the business of photos with master of analogue photography, Paul Cooklin.

Villages feel impact of traffic order

Debates continue over HGV traffic restriction and its impact on neighbouring villages.

‘I am delighted’: Head of museum service made MBE in New Year Honours

The head of Norfolk Museums Service has been made an MBE in the King’s New Year Honours 2024 list.

Providing a platform for wildlife

Volunteers are continuing their efforts to provide a platform for wildlife

Development on town’s edge for 179 homes could be given go ahead

Plans to build 179 homes on the edge of a Norfolk market town look set to go ahead.

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‘I felt we had a real go and deserved something’ – Hubbard on FA Vase exit

Walsham-le-Willows joint-boss Ian Hubbard felt his side deserved more from their defeat to Tilbury in the FA Vase.

First-half strike sees Willows’ FA Vase run come to an end

Walsham-le-Willows’ FA Vase run came to an end at the Morrish Stadium against Tilbury.

‘We’re relishing the chance to have a go at them’ – Hubbard keen to make more history

Ian Hubbard is ‘relishing’ Walsham-le-Willows’ last-32 tie in the Isuzu FA Vase tomorrow.

Norwich City column: Wagner should have given youth a chance in FA cup

Norwich City columnist Edward Seaman believes David Wagner should have given more young players an opportunity against Bristol Rovers.

Fowler excited for Ipswich return

George Fowler is heading back to his old club after Ipswich drew Maidstone in the FA Cup fourth round.

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Pair behind Take Two now Take Five with coffee shop takeover

Going from clothes shop owners to running a coffee shop may be a big leap for some, but not for a pair of entrepreneurs.

Award win and top author visit in one week for town bookshop

Diss Publishing has had a double celebration in a week after scooping a national award and welcoming an international best-selling author.

Artists share skills to aid designermakers21 appeal

The Diss creative hub visitors to have a go at printing, etching and engraving to help its campaign to stay open.

Artist talks of privilege to be taking part in Norfolk Open Studios event

A ceramist has spoken of her thrill at being asked to be part of a creative collective for this year’s Norfolk Open Studios.

Zoo welcomes new monkey baby with social media announcement and pictures

Banham Zoo has released pictures and announced a new furry arrival at the highly-popular attraction.

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Town museum on the hunt for more volunteers

Town businesses join forces to donate food for those in need

Detectorist display proves a great find

Leisure park unveils pirate-themed adventure footgolf course

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