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How Next's Boxing Day sale will be different in Norfolk this year

For many years, the much-anticipated Next Boxing Day sale saw long queues outside the nation's stores from the early hours on December 26. 

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Louisa Baldwin

Last week's death notices: 103-year-old and Guide Dogs supporter

The Eastern Daily Press published 32 death notices last week including those of a 103-year-old and Guide Dogs supporter.

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Donna-Louise Bishop

Supermarket discount card down as thousands try to pay for Christmas shop

Shoppers across the country are reporting issues with their Morrisons More Cards this morning.

yesterday 10

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Faye Minton

School trust making cuts TRIPLED the number of high earners on more than £70k

An academy trust planning redundancies at several schools is facing tough questions after revealing it more than tripled the number of staff...

yesterday 10

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David Hannant

New vintage streetwear company has 'amazing' start to market life

A new stall selling vintage clothing has had a successful start to life at Norwich Market.

yesterday 5

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Emily Goodwin

Embattled Broads pub owner hits back at critics as planning row rages on

The embattled owner of a Norfolk Broads pub fears he may soon have to close, as a decades-long planning dispute rumbles on - with his time in court...

yesterday 2

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Owen Sennitt

Fenland path approved despite landowner's 'crimewave' fears

A landowner has failed to stop the reopening of a Fenland path, despite fears it will trigger a wave of crime caused by fly-tipping and trespassing...

yesterday 2

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Owen Sennitt

Fast-food giant making changes ahead of opening of new restaurant

A fast-food giant has made changes to plans for its new site due to open on the edge of the city.

yesterday 2

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Francis Redwood

Plans for a new tattoo studio in the city centre given green light

A new tattoo studio is coming to the city after plans were approved for a well-known artist to open her own shop.

yesterday 2

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Francis Redwood

Council to crack down on planning breaches after losing battle against hotel

A Norfolk council has revealed it will be cracking down on planning breaches after failing to shut down a controversial boutique hotel. 

yesterday 2

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Eleanor Storey

Wood-fired saunas launch at riverside pub with more than 100 bookings in first week

A new city sauna experience has launched next to the river Wensum.

yesterday 2

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Emily Goodwin

Five-year-old 'terrified' to go into city parks after watching dad being attacked

The mum of a young girl says her daughter is too terrified to go into any city park after watching her dad get attacked by a group of teens in a...

yesterday 2

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Emily Goodwin

Bid to build new school near Great Yarmouth

A bid to build a new school in one of the largest villages in Norfolk has been lodged with planners.

yesterday 2

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Daniel Hickey

Couple die after being hit by car following Christmas carol service

A couple have died after being hit by a car following a Christmas carol service.

yesterday 1

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Ollie Radcliffe

Norfolk Broads warned of flooding over festive period

The Norfolk Broads has been placed on alert for flooding over the festive period as a string of warnings have been issued.

yesterday 1

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Ollie Radcliffe

Man speeding down A47 at 114mph blames it on passenger needing a pee

A driver caught travelling at more than 100mph along one of Norfolk's busiest roads has given a peculiar excuse for his actions.

yesterday 1

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Ollie Radcliffe

Parts of Norfolk could be blanketed in snow in January

Forecasters have predicted snow could blanket Norfolk with up to 2cm falling every hour in the new year.

yesterday 1

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Ollie Radcliffe

Mazda left damaged after road rage spat

A Mazda was left damaged after a road rage spat in Great Yarmouth.

yesterday 1

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Ollie Radcliffe

Group charged with using dogs to hunt deer near Norwich

A group has been charged with hunting offences on the outskirts of Norwich.

yesterday 1

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Faye Minton

Man taken to hospital after being hit by car in market town

A man was taken to hospital after being hit by a car in a market town centre.

yesterday 1

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Faye Minton

Deep scratches left in side of car parked in seaside town

A car was left with four deep scratches after being parked in a seaside town overnight.

yesterday 1

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Faye Minton

Go-ahead for new glamping pods at town's 'Secret Garden'

Glamping fans will soon have a new place pitch up after plans were agreed for seven pods on a rural campsite.

yesterday 1

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Chris Bishop

How an orphaned baby water buffalo became couple's unexpected Christmas house guest

It's not your typical sort of house guest to have over the Christmas period.

yesterday 1

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Chris Bishop

Tattooist plans studio at former council office in seaside town

A tattooist has applied to set up shop at a former council offices in a seaside town.

yesterday 1

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Chris Bishop

5 fish and chip shops that were nationally recognised in 2024

Fish and chip shops across Norfolk have enjoyed a remarkable year, with many earning prestigious awards and gaining national acclaim as some of the...

yesterday 1

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Amy Mackrill

Demolition completed as part of huge £24.3m town centre transformation

Construction works will begin in the new year as the next phase of a multi-million-pound town centre transformation gets under way.

yesterday 1

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Mark Boggis

Restaurant owner announces immediate closure with 'heavy heart' after eight years

The owner of a restaurant has announced "with a heavy heart" that it has closed, blaming the rising cost of wages and bills.

yesterday 1

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Bruno Brown

Fire service release deer from footbridge railings crossing major Norfolk road

Norfolk firefighters rescued a muntjac deer that got itself stuck in the railings of a footbridge crossing the A149 at Caister.

yesterday 1

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Bruno Brown

Investigations into alleged car and cash thieves after home raid still rumbling on

Two teenagers arrested in connection with a burglary at a Norfolk home which saw cash, jewellery and a car stolen have been re-bailed.

yesterday 1

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Bruno Brown

Lifeboat crew 'fearing worst' for their station after more of coast lost overnight

More erosion at Hemsby Beach has left the lifeboat crew fearing it is only a "matter of time" until their base is compromised.

yesterday 1

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Bruno Brown

Car abandoned in 'dangerous position' on flood-prone road

A car "dangerously abandoned" on a flood-prone east Suffolk road has been recovered by police. 

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Paris Maben-Hume

Great changes can happen in life - even in our later years

So, here we are, the big day is almost upon us and we have seen off the longest night of the year, which is a good moment for many of us, I think.

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Christine Webber

Family spreads some Christmas joy to children in hospital

As Christmas approaches a heart warming act of kindness has brightened the spirits of children in the Norfolk and Norwich University...

yesterday 1

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Staff Reporter

Trio jailed after spate of shop thefts across Norwich

Two men and a woman have been jailed following a spate of shop thefts across Norwich.

yesterday 1

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Robbie Bennett

Mystery foam with 'chemical smell' seen floating through town

People living in Thetford have been left baffled by a mystery foam floating through the town. 

yesterday 1

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Robbie Bennett

Delia Smith reveals plans for first Christmas after leaving the helm of Norwich City

Delia Smith has revealed how she is going to spend her first Christmas since leaving the helm of Norwich City. 

yesterday 1

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Robbie Bennett

'Toxic dust and contaminated water': Villagers' fears over reservoir bid

Concerned villagers have raised fears of "toxic dust" and "contaminated water" as a reservoir bid is still undecided. 

yesterday 1

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Phoebe Ozanne

Yet another bid made for homes at former fire and ambulance station

Another bid has been made to build two homes at a town's former fire and ambulance station site, despite previous concerns over bats there. 

yesterday 1

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Phoebe Ozanne

Churchgoers killed in carol service tragedy

A couple who died after being hit by a car as they left a Christmas carol service has been named locally as Campbell and Sheila Welsh. 

yesterday 1

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Jack Warren

Flood alerts issued for parts of Norfolk

A flood alert has been issued as some minor flooding is likely for parts of Norfolk. 

yesterday 1

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Cerys Baker

Win a luxury London break and signed Paul Gascoigne memorabilia in competition finale

As the holiday season winds down, so too does the advent competition series, which has given away everything from luxurious getaways to treasured...

yesterday 1

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Enoch Odejayi

Poringland Men's Shed nominated for national award

The Men's Shed Network is celebrating a major achievement after Poringland Shed was nominated for a national award.

yesterday 1

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Claire Lindsay

Van smashes into parked cars before driver flees

A community was in shock after being woken in the early hours by a van crashing into two cars before the driver and passenger fled the scene.

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Robbie Bennett

UEA ranked among top 60 universities in the world

The UEA has been ranked among the top 60 universities in the world for its efforts to fight climate change.

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

King waves as he leaves Sandringham church service

The King waved to well-wishers after attending a church service on his Norfolk estate.

previous day 10

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Robbie Bennett

Plans to help save historic city building from 'further decay' get green light

Plans to undertake repair work on a historic city building have been given the green light. 

previous day 10

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Emily Goodwin

Plans to 'open up access' between a major road and city neighbourhood scrapped

Part of a scheme to "open up access" between a busy road and a city neighbourhood has been scrapped due to a lack of support. 

previous day 10

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

City centre dessert parlour goes on sale after less than a year

A city centre dessert shop has gone up for sale after less than a year in business.

previous day 6

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

7 places in Norfolk named best in the UK in 2024

From beaches to historic flint mines, Norfolk is no stranger to accolades with the county winning a whole array of prizes this year.

previous day 4

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Ollie Radcliffe

Luxury hot chocolate business finds new home in city centre

A company known for its various luxury hot chocolate blends has found a new home in the city centre.

previous day 4

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Francis Redwood

Norfolk town set for new padel tennis courts

A market town could soon become the next place in Norfolk to open padel courts, where players can try their hand at the fast-growing sport.

previous day 4

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Chris Bishop

'The best city in the world': Nimmo Twin turned panto dame's top Norwich spots

Owen Evans is one half of the Nimmo Twins, a Norfolk comedy duo which has been delighting audiences for more than 30 years with shows such as...

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Amy Mackrill

New Sainsbury's among public notices to be aware of this week

From a city bar to a new Sainsbury's in Cromer, here are five public notices to be aware of in Norfolk this week.

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Ollie Radcliffe

Why more churches in Norfolk and Waveney are embracing Blue Christmas

Churches across Norfolk and Waveney are embracing a new trend called 'Blue Christmas.'

previous day 4

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Sophie Skyring

Revealed: 3,000 caught speeding through King's Norfolk estate

More than 3,000 drivers have been caught speeding through King Charles III's Norfolk estate since new cameras were first installed to nab offenders.

previous day 2

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Chris Bishop

Calls to make city street safer after drink driver crashes into tree

People living in a suburban road are calling for measures to be introduced to stop it being used as a rat run after a drink driver crashed into a...

previous day 4

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Emily Goodwin

Go-ahead for eco-loos at Norfolk's biggest archaeological dig

Norfolk's biggest archaeological dig has been given the go-ahead for new eco-loos.

previous day 1

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Chris Bishop

'Rather incongruous' 1970s house near picturesque harbour set for major makeover

A 1970s house near a picturesque harbour could be extended and made more in tune with its surroundings.

previous day 2

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Chris Bishop

Princess Beatrice to spend Christmas in Norfolk in last minute change

Princess Beatrice is expected to join the royal family in Norfolk this Christmas after her plans were changed due to medical advice, it is...

previous day 9

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Will King

Three Wise Boys hit the road to Bethlehem

Some of the threads holding this seasonal narrative together may have more to do with the gossamer of imagination than the binder-twine of reality..

previous day 6

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Keith Skipper

Flood warnings along Norfolk coastline

Areas of Norfolk have been placed on flood alert with two warnings.

previous day 7

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Robbie Bennett

Serious crash closes major road both ways

A serious crash has left a major road in north Norfolk closed both ways. 

previous day 6

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Robbie Bennett

Strictly stars pay tribute to Caroline Flack in BBC special

Norfolk-raised television star Caroline Flack was honoured as part of a special programme celebrating 20 years of Strictly Come Dancing.

previous day 5

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Will King

Norfolk farmers urged to position themselves as 'guardians of the biosphere'

Norfolk farmers have been urged to position themselves as "guardians of the biosphere" to maximise new income opportunities from their valuable...

saturday 7

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Chris Hill

Prince and Princess of Wales to help Norfolk farmers with new plans

The Prince and Princess of Wales are aiming to support local farmers and people living in rural Norfolk with their latest plans.

saturday 5

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Ollie Radcliffe

Rockett's rant... Councillor in trouble for blasting off into rude tirade in park

It seems to have been the most humdrum of local government tasks...

saturday 4

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Owen Sennitt

Is this Norwich's most hated busker? Singer handed official warning from council

He often serenades city centre shoppers with pop ballads but it seems not everyone is enamoured with this Norwich singer.

saturday 30

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Emily Goodwin

City cake company set to open cafe in former TV shop in suburbs

A city cake business is expanding into a new cafe in the city suburbs. 

saturday 8

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Emily Goodwin

City centre buffet to close for renovation early next year

An all-you-can-eat buffet in the city centre will temporarily close in the new year to undergo a renovation. 

saturday 30

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

Women publicly executed as 'witches' remembered with town memorial

It was seen as one of the darkest moments in the history of Lowestoft as mid 17th century townsfolk decided that there were two 'witches' living...

saturday 30

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Mark Boggis

Controversial 'small solar farm' in city centre approved despite fierce protest

Contentious plans for a "mini solar farm" in the city centre has been approved despite backlash from neighbours.

saturday 30

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Francis Redwood

Bishop praises 'wonderful work' of NNUH emergency department staff

The Bishop of Norwich has praised the "wonderful work" of the emergency department staff at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.

saturday 20

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Sophie Skyring

Welcome to the Norfolk shop where you can buy 'probably anything'...

It's a shop where you can buy almost anything. 

saturday 10

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Daniel Hickey

Take a journey back in time when you can almost hear the sea and smell the fish

It is the perfect blend of fact and fiction…and as you turn the pages of this book you will be taken on a journey back in time when you can...

saturday 10

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Derek James

Plans for eight homes get go-ahead for city outskirts after three-year wait

Plans to build more homes in the city outskirts have been given the green light.

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Emily Goodwin

See inside 'delightful' cottage full of Victorian character on sale for £565,000

A “delightful” cottage built during the reign of Queen Victoria has hit the market for more than half a million pounds.  

saturday 20

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Robbie Bennett

Why this trail through the Norfolk countryside is one of the UK's best cycling routes

While Norfolk boasts stunning coastal paths and picturesque countryside trails, one spot often gets overlooked and is arguably one of the most...

saturday 20

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Ollie Radcliffe

Flytipper’s car gets stuck in churchyard after smashing into graves

Villagers have been left "seething with anger" after a car on a fly-tipping run smashed its way through a village churchyard and damaged several...

saturday 20

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Final push to complete £11m medical centre will start in new year

The construction of a major medical centre on the city outskirts will continue after Christmas ahead of its spring opening date.

saturday 10

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Edward Dewulf-Peters

Town's park to get new £700 gate after row erupts over cost of replacing it

A political row over replacing a £700 play park gate appears to be resolved after officials first cast doubt that they would be able to pay for...

saturday 9

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Owen Sennitt

Controversial HMO given approval despite police safety concerns

Controversial plans to build a six-bed house of multiple occupancy (HMO) has been approved despite police concerns.

saturday 10

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Francis Redwood

Chief vet expects more bird flu cases - and poultry flocks could face housing orders

The UK's chief vet expects more Norfolk bird flu cases in the coming weeks - and warned poultry flocks could face mandatory housing orders if...

saturday 10

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Chris Hill

Mother and son duo searching for their forever home this Christmas

A mother and son Chihuahua cross duo are searching for their forever home this Christmas.

saturday 8

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Faye Minton

Holkham parkrun sees ninth anniversary and record donations achieved

Holkham parkrun marked its ninth anniversary with a Minions fancy dress theme.

saturday 5

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Sophie Skyring

Future of Norfolk's churches at risk as key funding could be cut

Church leaders are fearing for the future of Norfolk's historic buildings as a huge pot of funding worth millions of pounds could be cut.

saturday 6

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Owen Sennitt

Gas addict breaches ban weeks after prison release

A butane gas addict breached an order banning him from sniffing it in public weeks after being released from prison.

saturday 5

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Simon Parkin

Registered sex offender denies seaside town assaults on two young girls

A man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court accused of sexual assaults on young girls. 

saturday 2

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Simon Parkin

Water firm completes £10m upgrades in Norfolk

A £10 million project to protect the environment and prevent flooding has been completed.

saturday 3

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Sophie Skyring

Norfolk brewery scoops up award for premium lager

A Norfolk brewery has won a prestigious regional award.

saturday 5

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Sophie Skyring

City shopkeepers prepare for the busiest shopping day of the year

City shopkeepers have been busy preparing for the busiest day of the festive season.

saturday 3

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Emily Goodwin

MP reveals social media side hustle after raking in £3,259 from 'hero' Musk's X

A Norfolk MP appears to be finding success through a side hustle as a social media influencer after revealing he has earned more than £3,000...

saturday 4

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Owen Sennitt

What time will shops close in Norwich on Christmas Eve?

If you aren't quite prepared for the big day, don't worry as there are plenty of places to go last-minute gift shopping on Christmas Eve.

saturday 2

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Faye Minton

Photos of the Royals at the Sandringham Christmas Day service over the years

Offering a rare opportunity to see the Royal Family gathered together, the traditional Christmas Day service at St Mary Magdalene Church remains a...

saturday 3

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Amy Mackrill

We love Bobbie! Flood of support for the 'super friendly' hospital cat

A plea to deter a friendly feline from visiting a Norfolk hospital has met instead with overwhelming affection for the whiskered wanderer.

saturday 3

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Daniel Hickey

North Norfolk MP's maiden speech presented to care home project

A North Norfolk MP has presented his maiden speech to a care home's time capsule project.

saturday 5

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Sophie Skyring

Bird flu outbreak forces birds in Norfolk to stay indoors

The government has declared a regional bird flu prevention zone in Norfolk as the outbreak continues to grow across the county.

saturday 10

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Man marks 50 years of service with Rotary Club

A man has marked 50 years as a member of the Swaffham Rotary Club.

saturday 10

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Erin Gaskell

Bid for town centre house with 20 solar panels lodged

A bid for a home with 20 solar panels near a town centre has been lodged. 

saturday 6

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Danielle Champ

Petrol tanker crash on A11 leaves elderly woman in hospital

A crash between a petrol tanker and a car on a major road has left an elderly driver in hospital.

saturday 6

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Harry Jackaman-Pegg

Child's play for council scheme as revamped area tested

A town council has revealed a revamped playground with images of councillors testing out its new equipment. 

saturday 4

Eastern Daily Press

Danielle Champ

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