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Firefighters tackle dozens of fires in the open
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Firefighters tackle dozens of fires in the open

The fire service has revealed they have tackled more than 60 fires in the open in just one week as they remain at a wildfire near Shouldham Warren.

01 Aug 2026 Read at source
Don't miss these literary events across Norfolk in August!
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Don't miss these literary events across Norfolk in August!

From author talks and creative writing workshops to family activities, here are the best literary events taking place across Norfolk in August 2026.

01 Aug 2026 Read at source
The ways we can introduce wellness into our everyday lives.
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The ways we can introduce wellness into our everyday lives.

Interior design expert Amy Ollett on why wellbeing begins at home

01 Aug 2026 Read at source
Why this Norfolk farm is scrapping its turkey operation for 2.5m chickens instead
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Why this Norfolk farm is scrapping its turkey operation for 2.5m chickens instead

A poultry farm near King's Lynn could switch from rearing turkeys to 2.5m chickens a year.

01 Aug 2026 King's Lynn Read at source

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Prison staff in 'riot gear' escort man who fatally stabbed ex-UEA student to court
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Prison staff in 'riot gear' escort man who fatally stabbed ex-UEA student to court

A former child refugee from war-torn Congo convicted of the murder of a former UEA student in a row over money has allegedly attacked a prison officer in jail, it has emerged.

01 Aug 2026 Read at source
Town's main road set to close this month as part on on-going roadworks
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Town's main road set to close this month as part on on-going roadworks

The A1075 Thetford Road in Watton will be temporarily closed in August.

01 Aug 2026 Thetford Read at source
Investigation launched into hospital death of former wedding planner
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Investigation launched into hospital death of former wedding planner

An inquest has been opened at Norfolk Coroner's Court after Mary Urry died at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in King's Lynn.

01 Aug 2026 King's Lynn Read at source
All the venues taking part in major city pub crawl returning bigger than ever before
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All the venues taking part in major city pub crawl returning bigger than ever before

The NR3 Beer Mile, an annual event which will see punters enjoy drinks across 19 venues, has now started for its fourth year.

01 Aug 2026 Read at source
Another heritage railway halts steam services amid prolonged scorching weather
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Another heritage railway halts steam services amid prolonged scorching weather

North Norfolk Railway has suspended its steam services as a precautionary measure due to the ongoing heatwave.

01 Aug 2026 Read at source
The story of the thorn apple - nature's forbidden fruit
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The story of the thorn apple - nature's forbidden fruit

Not so long ago, I was fortunate to discover a thorn apple (Datura stramonium) growing in the hedgerow by our local allotment.

01 Aug 2026 Read at source
Review: Stunning opera provides enthralling treat (especially for curious newcomers)
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Review: Stunning opera provides enthralling treat (especially for curious newcomers)

*La traviata continues at Norwich Theatre Royal on Saturday and Sunday August 1 and 2. Tickets: norwichtheatre.org or ring 01603 630000.

01 Aug 2026 Norwich Read at source
Powerful Red List exhibition returns to Norfolk National Trust hall
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Powerful Red List exhibition returns to Norfolk National Trust hall

After touring this country and Estonia since 2019, the powerful and important Red List exhibition by North Norfolk artist Jayne Ivimey has come full circle and returned at its birthplace, Felbrigg Hall.

01 Aug 2026 Read at source

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