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Exclusive 'Boris Johnson would demean our country' - Norman Lamb reveals his choice for prime minister

Yesterday, 13:27 Jessica Frank-Keyes

Norfolk MP, Sir Norman Lamb, who has been knighted in the Queen's Birthday Honours, spoke to Jessica Frank-Keyes about the Tory leadership hopefuls and why Chuka Umunna is welcome in the Lib Dems...

Norman Lamb

Teenage pregnancy rates on the rise in Norfolk

Stock photo of a teenager with a pregnancy test. Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto

Pony on nature reserve put down

Ponies on Roydon Common, near King's Lynn Picture: Matthew Usher.

Health Secretary orders a review of NHS food after Listeria outbreak

England's 1971 World Cup captain calls for FA to recognise her snubbed team

England at the 1971 Women's World Cup. Picture: Supplied by Carol Wilson

New homes stop play as park relocated for two social houses

The playground set to be turned into two new homes, at the back of number 77, St Peter's Road PICTURE: Archant

Stars of Norfolk and Waveney 2019: 'Inspirational' awards launched for seventh year

The Stars of Norfolk and Waveney Awards. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

Norfolk music academy celebrates anniversary with concert

The staff band at the JDT Music Academy in Dereham.
L-R, Becky Haynes, Phil Starling, Nia Howe (Tiggy), Aaron Houseago, Janel Spalding and Jon Curtis. Pictures: Nik Hill at Acorn Studios

Police continue to investigate death of popular cyclist who was hit by car

Sze-Ming Cheung (second from left) with his mother Wai-Hing (centre) and brothers Dick (far left) and Jack (far right). PIC: Supplied by Cheung family.

Five shops in Norfolk saved as Select landlords agree to cut rent

A Select women's fashion shop Photo: David Peace/Wikimedia

Group that fought for better access for disabled people forced to close

The Dereham and District Access Group has been forced to close. This picture shows the group celebrating its 25th anniversary. Picture: Supplied by Kate Wyatt

Sister of teenager who took his own life wants to make him 'proud' at skydive

Tracy Snowden is taking part in skydive in aid of Mind. Pictures: supplied by Tracy Snowden

Indian restaurant to hand out food for homeless

Musa Ali and his family, who own Rani's Indian Dining in Yaxham. Picture: Supplied by Musa Ali.

Zero carbon affordable homes could be built in mid Norfolk town

SeEd Living are hoping to build nine zero carbon affordable flats on a vacant plot of land in Dereham, on Sandy Lane. Pictured, how the flats miSeEd Living are hoping to build nine zero carbon affordable flats on a vacant plot of land in Dereham, on Sandy Lane. Pictured, how the flats might look. Photo: SeEd Living Ltd.ght look. Photo: SeEd Living Ltd.

From Princess Diana to Anne Boleyn to Michael Macfayden: The most Wikipedia'd people in our region

Bernie Ecclestone during Qualifying for the 2016 British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit, Towcester. Picture: PA Archive/PA Images

'People seem to really enjoy what we do' - The popular band raising money across north Norfolk

Fakenham Ukes travel across the local area raising money for charity and have been nominated for The Times' Unsung Heroes campaign. Picture: Supplied by Graham Thomas

Children's hospice calls on people to put themselves in its 'volunteer frame'

EACH Long Stratton volunteers Sue Wood, Doreen Jensen and Jane Frean supporting the Name in a Frame campaign. Photo: EACH

Missing 71-year-old man found safe

Roy Masters went missing from his home in Church Street, North Creake but has now been found safe. Photo: Norfolk police

Long-serving Royal British Legion chairman thanked for years of service

Colonel David James (right) has been thanked for his time as the chairman of the Fakenham branch of the Royal British Legion. Picture: Supplied by Daniel Joslin

High school shines at race day event despite the bad weather

Northgate High School in Dereham took part in the race day event at the Lotus test track at Hethel. Picture: Northgate High

Ambulance staff win landmark court victory over holiday pay - but trust plans to appeal

Dave Prentis of Unison leaves 10 Downing Street in London. Picture: PA Wire/PA Images

Business park occupants face uncertain future as site is to be sold

The West Raynham Business Park, which is being auctioned off. Picture: COURTESY OF AUCTION HOUSE EAST ANGLIA

Natural beauty spot to host 'flamingo fiesta'

A flamingo in the wetland discovery area habitat at Pensthorpe Natural Park. PICTURE: Steve Adams

Tailbacks on A47 after coach breaks down

The A47 between Hockering and Honingham was blocked after a coach broke down. Picture: Google

Concern for welfare of missing 71-year-old man

Crime

Rare bird eggs stolen from nest

Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Daniel Bennett

Two Marsh Harrier eggs were removed from a nest on farmland in the Walsingham area. Picture: North Norfolk police

Two rare bird eggs have been taken from a nest in north Norfolk.

Police vow to continue fight against town's drug crime after latest discovery

Police on their way to carry out a drugs raid in Dereham. Picture: Ian Burt

Police seize £2,000 worth of class A drugs

Police seized £2,000 worth of suspected class A drugs in Dereham. Picture: Breckland police

Car stolen from village driveway

A car was stolen from a driveway in Paper Street in Yaxham. Picture: Google

Fakenham racecourse chief 'fuming' after police called to fight at Ladies' Day

A fight broke out at Fakenham Racecourse during Ladies Day, on Sunday, June 2, 2019. Picture: Jamie Honeywood

Vehicle left with thousands of pounds of damage

Cathedral Drive in North Elmham. Photo: Google

Updated Woman threatened by men who stole vehicle from rural Norfolk location

Police are investigating a robbery in Booton. Picture: Archant

Warning after lead stolen from historic Norfolk church

St Mary's Church in Beachamwell was targeted by lead thieves Picture: Google Maps

Recorded race hate crimes against children rise by 300pc in Norfolk

Race hate crimes recorded against children rose by more than 300pc over a three-year period in Norfolk. Picture: Archant

Health

Teenage pregnancy rates on the rise in Norfolk

Yesterday, 10:30 Geraldine Scott

Teenage pregnancy rates in Norfolk have risen amid a warning from experts that public health cuts could worsen progress.

Health Secretary orders a review of NHS food after Listeria outbreak

Ambulance staff win landmark court victory over holiday pay - but trust plans to appeal

Gallery Food industry charity launch raises £14,000 after 'tragic loss' of north Norfolk teenager

A tribute to Nyall Brown by Norfolk artist Ruddy Muddy at the Holkham Hall dinner in the Cromer teenager's memory. Photo: Paul Macro Photography

Video Half a million pound bid for new Big C cancer centre in Norwich

Proposed plans for a new state-of-the-art Big C centre on Dereham Road in Norwich. Picture: Big C

Children in Norfolk feel they're 'swinging on a chair about to fall' - report into mental health

Sara Tough, director of children services at Norfolk County Council. Pic: Norfolk County Council.

Firefighters in Norfolk are taking four times more sick days for mental health reasons compared to three years ago

Alan Jaye, FBU Norfolk chairman. Picture: Victoria Pertusa

Video 'I will work relentlessly' - New mental health boss sets out to turn around trust 'under pressure and in distress'

Jonathan Warren, chief executive at Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust (NSFT). Photo: NSFT

Ground-breaking prostate cancer research scanner to be installed

(Left to right) Norfolk Freemasons provincial grand master, Stephen Allen, UEA's Professor Colin Cooper, and UEA director of development David Ellis. Photo: Geraldine Scott

Education

High school shines at race day event despite the bad weather

Tue, 13:20 Daniel Bennett

A team of youngsters from a Dereham school competed in a race day event against others from across the county and beyond over the weeked.

Gallery Gold award shows school has a heart for art

Dereham Neatherd High School has been awarded a gold Artsmark award by the Arts Council. Picture: Neatherd

Female students urged to take part in sport and physical activity at Norfolk school

New initiative at Reepham High School and College. Photo: KAREN BETHELL

World-famous scientist discusses DNA with Norfolk students

Fakenham Sixth Form teacher Vicky Dewson gets a soaking as part of a fundraiser for the Year 11 Prom. Picture: L HIGGINS

High school launches befriending scheme for students and care home residents

Year seven students at Northgate High School in Dereham have been taking weekly visits to Sanford House Care Home. Picture: Northgate High School

LEGO for Schools - last chance to count your tokens

The LEGO for Schools promotion is nearly over with just two days for schools in Suffolk and Norfolk to submit their final token totals. Picture: NIGE BROWN

Norfolk students win chance to take part in international robotics festival

Three Alderman Peel High School pupils have won the chance to compete in an international robotics festival, with their creations Uncle Grunkle and Derek. Photo: The Wensum Trust

High school students take to kitchen for TV inspired cooking competition

Students at Reepham High School took part in a Junior Masterchef competition as part of the Reepham Food Festival. Picture: John Tym

Oh we do like to be learning by the seaside - beach school takes off in north Norfolk

Youngsters from Colkirk school have been investigating air resistance at Wells-next-the-Sea.
Picture: supplied by Stephanie Northen

Business

Five shops in Norfolk saved as Select landlords agree to cut rent

Thu, 10:06 Eleanor Pringle

Five fashion stores across Norfolk have been saved after landlords agreed to axe rents for the brand.

Business park occupants face uncertain future as site is to be sold

See inside this former 'smuggler's haunt' now for sale for £1.2 million

The Gazebo, Burnham Market; for sale for £1.2m. Pic: www.bedfords.co.uk

Tearoom and bistro up for sale for £49,995

Sarah Ravencroft from Archant tucks into breakfast at Q's in Fakenham. The business is now for sale. Pic: Archant

Gallery New 'luxury' coffee lounge set to be officially opened

Andy Sullivan is officially opening Coffee and Canvas at Norski Noo's Gallery on June 17. Picture: Daniel Bennett

Dereham department store set for revamp as plans for new 800 user gym on site unveiled

The former Chattels department store in Dereham could be turned into an 800 user gym. Photo: Matthew Usher

Is this the world's best job? Norfolk pub to pay someone to party all over the UK

The Gemini on Sandy Lane is advertising for a local resident to tour the UK to test events. Picture: Greene King

Your reaction to the news that long-standing town shop will close

Eastern Office Equipment in Dereham will soon close following its owner's decision to retire. Picture: Eastern Office Equipment

Plans for new indoor swimming pool given the the go-ahead

Plans have been approved for a new indoor swimming pool on Turbine Way in Swaffham. Picture: Google

Exhibition will show Norwich Cathedral seen from a new perspective

Thursday, March 21, 2019 Karen Bethell

When well-known Norfolk artist Brian Lewis came up with the idea of producing a series of paintings of Norwich Cathedral, he decided to employ the latest technology to show the iconic building from a completely new perspective.

Norwich

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