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Norwich Evening News

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Loss of two major car parks will 'kill off' city centre street traders say

Loss of two major car parks will 'kill off' city centre street traders say

Struggling traders along Magdalen Street are facing a fresh blow after the council announced the closure of two more car parks.

yesterday 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Fascinating history of city pub revealed by landlord's fourth-generation descendant

Fascinating history of city pub revealed by landlord's fourth-generation descendant

A fourth-generation descendant of a 19th century pub's landlord has discovered new information about his family.

yesterday 8

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Loss of two major car parks will 'kill off' city centre street traders say

Loss of two major car parks will 'kill off' city centre street traders say

Struggling traders along Magdalen Street are facing a fresh blow after the council announced the closure of two more car parks.

yesterday 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Fascinating history of city pub revealed by landlord's fourth-generation descendant

Fascinating history of city pub revealed by landlord's fourth-generation descendant

A fourth-generation descendant of a 19th century pub's landlord has discovered new information about his family.

yesterday 7

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Crash near busy roundabout caused delays during rush hour

Crash near busy roundabout caused delays during rush hour

A collision involving a car and a cyclist caused disruption at a busy roundabout in the city last night.

previous day 4

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

New lease of life for former boutique store that closed after 46 years

New lease of life for former boutique store that closed after 46 years

A clothing shop that closed after nearly 50 years of business is being transformed into a new ‘boutique’ store.  

previous day 6

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

New event with giveaway prizes launches at city coffee shop

New event with giveaway prizes launches at city coffee shop

A coffee shop owner is launching a run club with giveaway prizes and discounted drinks on the cards.

previous day 5

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Pet ferret found roaming city street after escaping from its home

Pet ferret found roaming city street after escaping from its home

An unusual pet has been miraculously reunited with its owner after being found roaming the city's streets.

previous day 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Crash near busy roundabout caused delays during rush hour

Crash near busy roundabout caused delays during rush hour

A collision involving a car and a cyclist caused disruption at a busy roundabout in the city last night.

previous day 4

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

New lease of life for former boutique store that closed after 46 years

New lease of life for former boutique store that closed after 46 years

A clothing shop that closed after nearly 50 years of business is being transformed into a new ‘boutique’ store.  

previous day 2

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

New event with giveaway prizes launches at city coffee shop

New event with giveaway prizes launches at city coffee shop

A coffee shop owner is launching a run club with giveaway prizes and discounted drinks on the cards.

previous day 4

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Pet ferret found roaming city street after escaping from its home

Pet ferret found roaming city street after escaping from its home

An unusual pet has been miraculously reunited with its owner after being found roaming the city's streets.

previous day 3

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Brothers behind song adopted by NCFC headlining at city venue

Brothers behind song adopted by NCFC headlining at city venue

Brothers, who have a history of performing to hundreds of fans at Carrow Road stadium, are preparing for one of their most significant gigs yet.   

friday 6

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Owner of reptile shop helping city folk face their fears

Owner of reptile shop helping city folk face their fears

The owner of a one-of-a-kind shop in the Lanes has revealed what makes his business thrive in the city.

friday 30

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Search for spirits at medieval building a spine-tingling success

Search for spirits at medieval building a spine-tingling success

Supernatural investigators recalled the night they encountered numerous spirits at a historic building.

friday 5

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Brothers behind song adopted by NCFC headlining at city venue

Brothers behind song adopted by NCFC headlining at city venue

Brothers, who have a history of performing to hundreds of fans at Carrow Road stadium, are preparing for one of their most significant gigs yet.   

friday 8

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Owner of reptile shop helping city folk face their fears

Owner of reptile shop helping city folk face their fears

The owner of a one-of-a-kind shop in the Lanes has revealed what makes his business thrive in the city.

friday 4

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Search for spirits at medieval building a spine-tingling success

Search for spirits at medieval building a spine-tingling success

Supernatural investigators recalled the night they encountered numerous spirits at a historic building.

friday 4

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

100-year-old Canaries fan shares secret to living a long life

100-year-old Canaries fan shares secret to living a long life

A Canaries fan who has just celebrated her 100th birthday credits her longevity to her dad’s allotment.

15.01.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

100-year-old Canaries fan shares secret to living a long life

100-year-old Canaries fan shares secret to living a long life

A Canaries fan who has just celebrated her 100th birthday credits her longevity to her dad’s allotment.

15.01.2026 7

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Hundreds of solar panels could be installed at site near the city

Hundreds of solar panels could be installed at site near the city

Plans to install hundreds of solar panels at an industrial unit have emerged.

14.01.2026 9

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Hundreds of solar panels could be installed at site near the city

Hundreds of solar panels could be installed at site near the city

Plans to install hundreds of solar panels at an industrial unit have emerged.

14.01.2026 7

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

'Sweet' teenage girl believed to have died after medical emergency in street

'Sweet' teenage girl believed to have died after medical emergency in street

Emergency services attended an incident in a city street in which a 16-year-old girl is believed to have died.

13.01.2026 40

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Weeks of disruption to be expected due to major road upgrades in the city

Weeks of disruption to be expected due to major road upgrades in the city

Improvement works at three roads in the city could cause drivers major delays, officials have warned.

13.01.2026 6

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Family-run salon offering unique services looking to expand

Family-run salon offering unique services looking to expand

A hair salon offering specialist services could expand after one of the owners has gained another qualification.

13.01.2026 6

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Traders struggling to survive as a result of multi-million pound redevelopment

Traders struggling to survive as a result of multi-million pound redevelopment

Frustrated business owners say a multi-million-pound redevelopment in the city has left their shops struggling to survive.  

13.01.2026 6

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

'Secret garden' accessed by hidden passage discovered in the city

'Secret garden' accessed by hidden passage discovered in the city

A street, with beautiful gardens and heritage-listed houses, has been uncovered by a local tour guide after hiding in plain sight for years.

13.01.2026 7

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Site of former Victorian pub to have commemorative plaques installed

Site of former Victorian pub to have commemorative plaques installed

The site of a former 19th century pub, currently being transformed into homes, could have two commemorative plaques installed.

13.01.2026 20

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Owners of city's new 'affordable' vets reveal ambitious plans

Owners of city's new 'affordable' vets reveal ambitious plans

Two friends, who have opened an ‘affordable’ vets near the city, are striving to offer 24/7 care at the new site.

13.01.2026 10

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

'Sweet' teenage girl believed to have died after medical emergency in street

'Sweet' teenage girl believed to have died after medical emergency in street

Emergency services attended an incident in a city street in which a 16-year-old girl is believed to have died.

13.01.2026 5

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Weeks of disruption to be expected due to major road upgrades in the city

Weeks of disruption to be expected due to major road upgrades in the city

Improvement works at three roads in the city could cause drivers major delays, officials have warned.

13.01.2026 6

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

'Secret garden' accessed by hidden passage discovered in the city

'Secret garden' accessed by hidden passage discovered in the city

A street, with beautiful gardens and heritage-listed houses, has been uncovered by a local tour guide after hiding in plain sight for years.

13.01.2026 4

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Traders struggling to survive as a result of multi-million pound redevelopment

Traders struggling to survive as a result of multi-million pound redevelopment

Frustrated business owners say a multi-million-pound redevelopment in the city has left their shops struggling to survive.  

13.01.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Family-run salon offering unique services looking to expand

Family-run salon offering unique services looking to expand

A hair salon offering specialist services could expand after one of the owners has gained another qualification.

13.01.2026 5

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Site of former Victorian pub to have commemorative plaques installed

Site of former Victorian pub to have commemorative plaques installed

The site of a former 19th century pub, currently being transformed into homes, could have two commemorative plaques installed.

13.01.2026 3

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Owners of city's new 'affordable' vets reveal ambitious plans

Owners of city's new 'affordable' vets reveal ambitious plans

Two friends, who have opened an ‘affordable’ vets near the city, are striving to offer 24/7 care at the new site.

13.01.2026 10

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

£400,000 revamp of city centre green space begins

The transformation of a garden in the heart of the city has officially begun.

12.01.2026 3

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Location of market stall owner's unique vending machine revealed

A business owner is hoping to attract a new clientele as she expands her sweet treat business to a new location in the city.

12.01.2026 4

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

£400,000 revamp of city centre green space begins

£400,000 revamp of city centre green space begins

The transformation of a garden in the heart of the city has officially begun.

12.01.2026 4

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Location of market stall owner's unique vending machine revealed

Location of market stall owner's unique vending machine revealed

A business owner is hoping to attract a new clientele as she expands her sweet treat business to a new location in the city.

12.01.2026 20

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Stunt double of expensive pub 'mascot' gifted to owner

Stunt double of expensive pub 'mascot' gifted to owner

A valuable toy has been kindly replaced by a stunt double, just days after it was announced as stolen.

11.01.2026 5

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Award-winning car park dubbed an 'eyesore' after hosting private event

Award-winning car park dubbed an 'eyesore' after hosting private event

An award-winning car park has been heavily criticised following the council's "questionable" decision to close two of its floors for a private event.

11.01.2026 5

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Stunt double of expensive pub 'mascot' gifted to owner

Stunt double of expensive pub 'mascot' gifted to owner

A valuable toy has been kindly replaced by a stunt double, just days after it was announced as stolen.

11.01.2026 5

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Award-winning car park dubbed an 'eyesore' after hosting private event

Award-winning car park dubbed an 'eyesore' after hosting private event

An award-winning car park has been heavily criticised following the council's "questionable" decision to close two of its floors for a private event.

11.01.2026 5

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

City landmark where decades-old charity began to hold sleep out event

City landmark where decades-old charity began to hold sleep out event

Fifty-four years ago, on a cold autumn night, an act of kindness was shown to a homeless man at a prominent landmark in the city.

10.01.2026 5

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

City landmark where decades-old charity began to hold sleep out event

City landmark where decades-old charity began to hold sleep out event

Fifty-four years ago, on a cold autumn night, an act of kindness was shown to a homeless man at a prominent landmark in the city.

10.01.2026 4

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Collectable toy worth hundreds of pounds stolen from city pub

Collectable toy worth hundreds of pounds stolen from city pub

A much-loved collectable toy, worth hundreds of pounds, has been stolen from a pub in the city.

09.01.2026 3

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Collectable toy worth hundreds of pounds stolen from city pub

Collectable toy worth hundreds of pounds stolen from city pub

A much-loved collectable toy, worth hundreds of pounds, has been stolen from a pub in the city.

09.01.2026 5

Eastern Daily Press

Emily-Rose Thompson

Couple moved in DAYS before lorry overturned just metres from their home

Couple moved in DAYS before lorry overturned just metres from their home

A couple say they are living in fear after a HGV narrowly missed ploughing into their house days after they moved in.

08.01.2026 6

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson

Angry dad says 'abusive' driver refused to stop bus to let him and his son off

Angry dad says 'abusive' driver refused to stop bus to let him and his son off

An angry dad says he is "disgusted" over the abuse he received from a bus driver who dumped him and his son miles from their destination.

08.01.2026 8

Norwich Evening News

Emily-Rose Thompson