World Book Day was marked at Watlington Community Primary School by the official opening of a refurbished school library by the borough Mayor. Mayor of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk, Cllr Paul Bland, who opened the revamped library said: “Watlington…
Exciting plans are underway to create a brand-new community and leisure facility in Diss. For many years South Norfolk Council has been asked by residents when it will we be investing in its leisure provision in Diss to bring it…
Local fundraising champion, Johnny Bakewell, is back in Britain having rowed across the Atlantic Ocean to raise over £5,000 for The Benjamin Foundation. Local paramedic, Johnny spent 47 days at sea rowing 3 hours on, 3 hours off, 24 hours…
Following last year’s closure of the Ocean Room in Gorleston, Great Yarmouth Borough Council’s Cabinet is set to debate the sale of the venue. The council-owned building closed last spring when the company leasing it went into administration, following non-payment…
Applications are now open for one of the most anticipated events in the world of bowls – The Visit Great Yarmouth Festival of Bowls. Bowlers from across the UK are being encouraged to secure their spot early for the prestigious…
Norfolk pool-lovers are being urged to make a splash for good causes this spring by signing up for Swimathon 2025. The sponsored event – the world’s biggest annual fundraising swim – is returning to pools across the region from 28-30…
An Ancient Woodland and County Wildlife Site (CWS) in Strumpshaw has been purchased by Buckenham Ancient Woodland Trust (BAWT) thanks to funding from the Greater Norwich Growth Board (GNGB) and Broadland District Council. Councillor Sue Holland, Leader of Broadland District…
Burridge & Pluck Solicitors Ltd celebrated its first anniversary this month. Since opening its doors in January 2024, the firm has rapidly established itself as a trusted and efficient legal service provider, deeply integrated into the local community. Founded by…
All activity at Sheringham RNLI has been suspended with immediate effect after analysis of a structural survey of the lifeboat station building resulted in serious safety concerns. An independent structural engineer inspected the building and its position against the cliff…
Work has been completed on the Cherry Lane footpath off Norwich Road in Dereham, transforming the worn, muddy surface into a safer, more accessible route for pedestrians and cyclists. This scheme has been a joint effort, funded and delivered in…
