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Father told on anniversary of daughter’s death that man who caused crash is out on day release

Father told on anniversary of daughter’s death that man who caused crash is out on day release

A man jailed last year for causing a horrific crash which killed a 20-year-old mother has reportedly been out of prison on day release.

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Pub’s controversial car park bid approved at ‘Groundhog Day’ planning meeting

Pub’s controversial car park bid approved at ‘Groundhog Day’ planning meeting

A divisive planning battle over a village pub’s car park has finally been settled after years of wrangling.
‘Puppy farm’ approved despite worries over public safety and animal welfare

‘Puppy farm’ approved despite worries over public safety and animal welfare

Plans to convert a dilapidated complex into a “puppy farm” have been approved, despite allegations about public safety and animal welfare.
Shakespeare street art is not a Banksy

Shakespeare street art is not a Banksy

A piece of artwork that has gained attention is not a Banksy, officials have confirmed.

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Police searching for witnesses after crash at junction

Police searching for witnesses after crash at junction

Police searching for witnesses after crash at junction

The police are searching for witnesses after a crash at a town junction.

Reports of yobs throwing vegetables and kicking doors

Reports of yobs throwing vegetables and kicking doors

Reports of yobs throwing vegetables and kicking doors

Yobs are reported to have kicked the doors of village homes as well as throwing vegetables, say police.

Aspiring pilot hopes to earn his licence this year - despite being deaf in one ear

Aspiring pilot hopes to earn his licence this year - despite being deaf in one ear

Aspiring pilot hopes to earn his licence this year - despite being deaf in one ear

A youngster has defied the odds of being deaf in one ear as his journey to becoming a professional pilot continues.

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Comedian and Strictly star’s stand-up show boosts sight-loss charity

Comedian and Strictly star’s stand-up show boosts sight-loss charity

Support from a famous comedian has given a sight-loss charity a cash boost.
Court hears of shocking racist attack, cocaine user’s blunder and drug-driver’s second ban
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Court hears of shocking racist attack, cocaine user’s blunder and drug-driver’s second ban

From dropping cocaine in front of the police to driving to work while disqualified, the courts heard of a number of unsophisticated crimes last week.
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NATIONAL NEWS

Starmer’s appointment of Mandelson under spotlight as criminal probe launched

Starmer’s appointment of Mandelson under spotlight as criminal probe launched

Starmer’s appointment of Mandelson under spotlight as criminal probe launched

The Tories will use a parliamentary tactic to demand the publication of all papers related to the vetting of Peter Mandelson for the ambassadorship.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves out of Windsor home

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves out of Windsor home

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves out of Windsor home

The former duke is said to have relocated to a property on the Sandringham estate.
Flogged it! TV star Michael Baggott’s final silver collection sells for £112,891

Flogged it! TV star Michael Baggott’s final silver collection sells for £112,891

Flogged it! TV star Michael Baggott’s final silver collection sells for £112,891

The collection included a shallow silver bowl that sold for £3,810 and a silver James I dish that exceeded estimates, fetching £5,334.
King hosts thank-you reception for key local and regional workers

King hosts thank-you reception for key local and regional workers

King hosts thank-you reception for key local and regional workers

Social workers, girls’ leaders, headteachers, public health workers and disability services were among 350 special guests at St James’s Palace.
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SPORT

Downham win on the road

Downham win on the road

Downham Town gave their Isthmian League North survival hopes a glimmer of hope with a 2-1 victory over Takeley this evening.

Linnets end winless run with Sandgrounders victory

Linnets end winless run with Sandgrounders victory

Linnets end winless run with Sandgrounders victory

King's Lynn Town ended a two-month wait for a National League North win with a crucial success over Southport tonight.

Linnets swoop for German giant

Linnets swoop for German giant

Linnets swoop for German giant

King's Lynn Town have bolstered their defensive ranks with the arrival of Festus Arthur - and more signings are on the horizon.

Nathan notches top spot at parkrun

Nathan notches top spot at parkrun

Nathan notches top spot at parkrun

The Walks was alive with colour, energy and some seriously swift running on Saturday morning.

Napier A claim league crown

Napier A claim league crown

Napier A claim league crown

The King’s Lynn Pool League season came to a dramatic conclusion this week, with titles and trophies decided by the narrowest of margins.

Swifts stun Downham Town in Norfolk Senior Cup

Swifts stun Downham Town in Norfolk Senior Cup

Castle Acre Swifts pulled off the biggest result in the club's history as they knocked out holders Downham Town in the Norfolk Senior Cup last night.

Linnets unveil new kit and start pre-season games on Friday

Linnets unveil new kit and start pre-season games on Friday

The Linnets have unveiled their new home and away kits for the 2024/25 season and start their pre-season campaign tonight (Friday).

Downham, Fakenham, Heacham and Swaffham back in action

Downham, Fakenham, Heacham and Swaffham back in action

West Norfolk’s Step Five and Six football sides are in pre-season action this weekend.
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Family days out, cinema screenings, and theatre shows in the coming week

Family days out, cinema screenings, and theatre shows in the coming week

Here’s a range of things to see and do to keep everyone entertained in the coming week...

Popular mart, concerts and theatre productions coming up in West NorfolK

Popular mart, concerts and theatre productions coming up in West NorfolK

Popular mart, concerts and theatre productions coming up in West NorfolK

In his weekly, That’s Entertainment column, Andy Tyler looks at some exciting upcoming events…

Fun days, riverside festival and cycling events make up an exciting year in town

Fun days, riverside festival and cycling events make up an exciting year in town

Fun days, riverside festival and cycling events make up an exciting year in town

An exciting programme of community, health, wellbeing and cultural events taking place throughout the year has been announced.

Orchestra had audience ‘foot-tapping’ with top quality concert

Orchestra had audience ‘foot-tapping’ with top quality concert

Orchestra had audience ‘foot-tapping’ with top quality concert

Reviewer Andy Tyler shares his thoughts on a recent orchestra concert...

Dazzling lights, jumpy moments and ear-piercing music at paranormal show

Dazzling lights, jumpy moments and ear-piercing music at paranormal show

Dazzling lights, jumpy moments and ear-piercing music at paranormal show

Sarah Hardy reviews 2:22 A Ghost Story at the Theatre Royal in Norwich…
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LIFESTYLE

Looking back at January good causes from 2011, 2016 and 2018

Looking back at January good causes from 2011, 2016 and 2018

In our weekly All Our Yesterdays feature, we take a look back at January good causes from 2011, 2016 and 2018…

Looking back at poinant moment for pupils in 2016

Looking back at poinant moment for pupils in 2016

Looking back at poinant moment for pupils in 2016

In our weekly Memory Lane Schooldays feature, we take a look back at a poignant service held ten years ago…

Market at threat, whale washed up on beach and disposal experts at GP surgery

Market at threat, whale washed up on beach and disposal experts at GP surgery

Market at threat, whale washed up on beach and disposal experts at GP surgery

In our weekly On This Week feature, we take a look back at what was hitting the headlines ten years ago, as well as a picture from 1980…

Looking back at young faces from 2011, 2016, 2018 and 2019

Looking back at young faces from 2011, 2016, 2018 and 2019

Looking back at young faces from 2011, 2016, 2018 and 2019

In our weekly All Our Yesterdays feature, we take a look back at young faces across West Norfolk from 2011, 2016, 2018 and 2019…
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Mum feared driver ‘wouldn't stop’ before hit-and-run that killed son, 4

Mum feared driver ‘wouldn't stop’ before hit-and-run that killed son, 4

Mum feared driver ‘wouldn't stop’ before hit-and-run that killed son, 4

The mum of a boy killed in a hit-and-run sent voice notes before the fatal smash, saying in one that she "knew they wouldn't stop".
‘He didn’t hesitate’: Boy, 4, donates his Christmas money to hospice after uncle’s death

‘He didn’t hesitate’: Boy, 4, donates his Christmas money to hospice after uncle’s death

‘He didn’t hesitate’: Boy, 4, donates his Christmas money to hospice after uncle’s death

A little boy has donated his £25 Christmas money to the Pilgrims Hospice after seeing a family member being cared for by the charity.
Forest teens rape trial: Alleged victim ‘didn’t know how to say no’

Forest teens rape trial: Alleged victim ‘didn’t know how to say no’

Forest teens rape trial: Alleged victim ‘didn’t know how to say no’

A teenager who claimed she was filmed as she was raped by two 14-year-old boys has admitted that she did not have sex with one of them.
Fundraising footballers’ £1,500 assist to support survivors of rape and sexual assault

Fundraising footballers’ £1,500 assist to support survivors of rape and sexual assault

Fundraising footballers’ £1,500 assist to support survivors of rape and sexual assault

Un-Atletico Stortford have pledged a total of £1,500, including match-funding from HSBC, and hope to boost Red Kite’s cause again later in the year.
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