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What you can and cannot put in your bins as collections change

Households across parts of Norfolk will see changes to their bin collections as new national recycling rules come into effect.

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Duo to take 10,000ft skydive for village football club

An intrepid duo will be taking a leap of faith later this year as they look to raise funds for a Norfolk village football club.

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Housekeeper retires after more than 20 years at Norfolk hospital

Debbie Wicks has retired after more than 20 years working at the James Paget Hospital in Gorleston.

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Football club makes changes to plans for new multi-million-pound home

Non league football club listens to its neighbours and changes some plans in its multi-million development at Gorleston Recreation Ground.

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Norfolk drivers to face fines for parking on pavements

Norfolk motorists who park on pavements could find themselves hit with fines before the year is out.

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Funding cut leaves support for victims of sexual violence ‘on the brink’

Sue Lambert Trust said a reduction in PCC funding will see it unable to offer help to many survivors of rape and sexual abuse.

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Man died within hours of hospital discharge following major surgery

A man died from septic shock just hours after being discharged from the Norfolk and Norwich hospital following major cancer surgery, an inquest has heard.

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More hit bakeries to try in Norfolk after two named among Britain's best

Mabel Bakery and The White Horse Bakery were included in the 2026 ranking by the Good Food Guide. Here are more top Norfolk bakeries to try.

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Could Norfolk's hunts be out-foxed by trail hunting ban?

The government is to consult on banning trail hunting amid concerns it has been used as a “smokescreen” for illegal fox hunting.

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5 rare birds you might spot in Norfolk this spring

From Eurasian spoonbills to marsh harriers, here are some rare bird species that could come to Norfolk in spring 2026 – and where you can spot them.

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Smash‑and‑grab fears as audacious ram raiders walk free

Ram raiders are still on the run across Norfolk and Suffolk, sparking concerns that not enough is being done to combat the audacious crime.

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Anger as final blow sees major A47 dualling scheme scrapped by government

Norfolk campaigners pushing for the A47 to be fully dualled have been dealt a huge blow after the government pulled the plug on a major project.

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Octopus creations being sold in memory of beloved sister

Handmade octopus creations are being sold in memory of a beloved sister.

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Thieves escape with £10,000 worth of vape products

Police have closed an investigation into a vape shop theft in Gorleston.

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Norfolk woman celebrates 100th birthday with amazing volunteering milestone

Helen Daniels has celebrated her 100th birthday by completing 70 years of volunteering with RNLI Great Yarmouth & Gorleston Lifeboat.

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'We're not city folk!' Villagers react to becoming part of Greater Norwich

People living in villages set to be absorbed by the new Greater Norwich Council have raised concerns over the recently decided boundary lines.

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Police gag press over officer who paid for prostitutes

The married officer, who was previously stationed in Norwich, visited massage parlours on three occasions despite previously being warned using sex workers breached police policies.

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'Misleading' weather app icons costing attractions tens of thousands PER DAY

Many Norfolk attractions have claimed to be losing tens of thousands of pounds in lost revenues due to the way that weather is displayed on apps.

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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Great Yarmouth Mercury

The Great Yarmouth Mercury published 8 death notices last week.

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Last chance to see 'very rare' raptor in Norfolk approaches

The last chance to spot a once nearly extinct bird of prey that is making a quiet return to Norfolk is approaching.