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Royal Mail deliveries return to coastal village road after gull chaos

It was a bizarre situation where residents in Wright Close in Caister was not having its post delivered due to dive-bombing seagulls swooping at the postman.

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Find your peace on the Broads with holiday homes and more

If you’re dreaming of a place to truly unwind — somewhere that’s surrounded by nature, yet complete with all the comforts of home — a holiday home at Waveney River Centre could be just what you’re looking for.

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Reform warns it will tear up contracts and scrap subsidies for wind and solar firms

Reform has warned energy companies building wind and solar farms in East Anglia that it will tear up contracts for future projects and scrap their subsidies if it is elected as the next government.

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Warning of thunder this weekend for the Norfolk coastline

The Met Office has forecast a mix of sunshine and clouds for the weekend, with some rain expected in Great Yarmouth this weekend.

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Pop music extravaganza set to take place at coastal theatre spot

Enjoy 'This is Pop!' at St George’s Theatre on August 17, with Paige Hearne Vocal Coaching students performing pop hits from the 60s to today.

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Norfolk hospital support group hosting tea party support group

James Paget Hospital hosts a laryngectomy support group tea party on July 18 at the Louise Hamilton Centre, with Macmillan Cancer Care advice and support.

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Norfolk cyclist who lost most of her sight riding 50 miles for good cause

Great Yarmouth cyclist Miranda Reeves will tackle a 50-mile tandem ride for Vision Norfolk’s 220th anniversary, raising funds for sight loss support in Norfolk.

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Police seize alcohol and stop speeding motorbike during patrols

Norfolk Police patrols in Great Yarmouth and Gorleston seized alcohol, stopped a speeding motorbike, tackled anti-social behaviour and assisted arrests.

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Take a trip down the river with classic family show in Norfolk

Enjoy Immersion Theatre’s The Wind in the Willows at Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden near Great Yarmouth, an outdoor family show, on August 20.

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Fear for firms and workers as unemployment rises and wage growth slows

Unemployment is on the rise and wage growth has slowed, with the number of job vacancies at their lowest for a decade outside if the pandemic.

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Locals report 'offensive hand gestures' as tensions rise over women's only gym

A gym in a Norfolk village is seeking permission to extend its opening hours but the plans are facing local opposition.

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Person in hospital after car overturns in crash

A person has been taken to the hospital following a crash that left a car on its roof in Marine Parade, Gorleston.

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Care home report says residents 'didn't always' receive medicine on time

An inspection of Claremont House Nursing Home found that residents "did not always receive prescribed medicines" on time due to poor organisation.

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Thunderstorm warning issued for Norfolk

The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for Norfolk for Friday and Saturday.

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Free parking to be available while car park is closed for works

The Great Yarmouth Market Place car park closes from July 21 until July 23 for re-lining, with free parking at Fullers Hill, King Street and Brewery Plain.

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MP to donate salary to church so vandalised windows can be repaired

Rupert Lowe is donating his monthly salary for July to the Great Yarmouth Minster after its glass pane windows were smashed by vandals.

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Council approves scheme to help erosion-hit villagers find new homes

Great Yarmouth Borough Council has approved a scheme that aims to help people living in the erosion-hit village of Hemsby find new homes.

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15 Norfolk and Waveney treasures picked for new map celebrating England's seaside

From elegant Victorian piers and charming beach huts to glorious gardens and popular pubs - Norfolk and Waveney's seaside heritage is being celebrated.

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Tribute to painter and decorator, 58, who died 'suddenly' at home

A tribute has been paid to a painter and decorator who died suddenly at his home.

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Norfolk attraction offers summer discount for families

A family-friendly attraction is offering a big summer saving for locals.