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Will Storm Ingrid impact the weather in Norfolk today?

Storm Ingrid has hit the UK and is expected to bring gusts of up to 60mph. But how will it affect the weather in Norfolk today?

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Norfolk Broads pub set to be transformed under new plans

Mitchells and Butlers, which run the Swan Inn in Horning, have revealed plans to bring in new facilities and reconfigure the 17th century building.

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Paedophile jailed for grooming 13-year-old evaded police by living in tent

John Richards had been homeless on the streets of Great Yarmouth without informing police of his whereabouts when he groomed teen girl.

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500 Gorleston parkrunners joined by 4-legged friends

A beautiful, calm morning greeted the 484 participants at Gorleston parkrun’s 803rd event, with mild conditions and no wind, rain, or snow to contend with—an impressive improvement after recent weeks. Thirty-two people took part for the first time and 50 achieved personal bests, as runners,

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Youth group first to complete new badge challenge

A youth group became the first to complete a local club's new badge challenge.

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Councillors launch bid urging government to compensate coastal erosion victims

The Conservative Group at Great Yarmouth Borough Council say the government is not doing enough to financially support victims of coastal erosion.

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Historic venue offers special occasions by the seaside

Sitting proudly on Great Yarmouth seafront, the Royal Assembly Rooms is the perfect venue for any occasion.

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'They are trying to make our country into the Netherlands' - fury at cycle lanes work

A major project to build cycle lanes and upgrade crossings on a road in a coastal town has been driving people in Gorleston mad.

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Care company 'very sorry' after complaint about "laughing and joking" staff

A care company has said they were sorry after a man in his 70s raised a complaint about the service.

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Norfolk police and firefighters honoured by King for sacrifice in the line of duty

Next-of-kin for three police officers and two firefighters who died while on duty have been awarded the Elizabeth Emblem in their honour.

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Swelling Broads community says it has 'reached its limit' as more homes approved

Villagers have warned Martham, a village in the Norfolk Broads, has "reached its limit" for more growth, as a further 50 homes have been given the go-ahead.

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Norfolk man jailed for rapes more than 20 years ago has appeal bid refused

A man jailed for twice raping another man near a Norfolk hospital more than 20 years ago has had a bid to overturn his convictions refused.

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Cops called to reports of reckless driving in car park

Police were called to reports of drivers doing doughnuts and skidding in a car park in Gorleston, near Great Yarmouth.

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Teen found with class A drugs was ready to supply in Norfolk town

A teenager has appeared in court having admitted supplying class A drugs in Norfolk.

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Norovirus cases at Norfolk hospital surge

Norovirus cases at the James Paget Hospital in Gorleston have surged from zero to fifteen in just one week, it has been revealed.

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REVEALED: How 'eyesore' part of town will look after flagship transformation project

The Conge in Great Yarmouth, a former industrial centre that has become an "eyesore" after years of neglect, is to be regenerated into housing despite viability concerns.

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Outrage as Norfolk and Norwich elections scrapped by government

May's elections for Norfolk County Council and Norwich City Council will be postponed, the government has announced.

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Numerous Norfolk businesses named among UK's best for weddings

From Godwick Hall to The Garden Pavilion at Thursford, here are all the Norfolk wedding businesses named best in the Hitched Wedding Awards 2026

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Council reassures villagers over sewer fears at Norfolk cliff edge

Anglian Water is working with the council to prevent any contamination of the sewer as part of demolition works. AW would need to talk about its  longer-term plan for the sewer.

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Man found dead at Fawlty Towers hotel after friend left him in recovery position

A man died at a Great Yarmouth hotel named after the BBC comedy classic Fawlty Towers following a night of heavy drinking, an inquest has heard.