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New courts reopen after major upgrade as community funding effort pays off
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New courts reopen after major upgrade as community funding effort pays off

Loddon tennis courts reopen on October 13 after resurfacing funded by Sport England, local fundraising and match funding.

14 Oct 2026 Read at source
Expanding Norfolk firm opens new facility to support major growth
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Expanding Norfolk firm opens new facility to support major growth

Prior Power Solutions, based in Great Yarmouth, has relocated its engine sales and parts division to a new 4,000 sq ft facility on Hewett Road.

14 Oct 2026 Great Yarmouth Read at source
Norfolk seafood restaurant named among best in the country
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Norfolk seafood restaurant named among best in the country

The Wells Crab House, located near the harbour in Wells-next-the-Sea, is a finalist in the 2026 Food Awards England.

14 Oct 2026 Wells-next-the-Sea Read at source
Controversial flats plan approved despite objections over lost shop space
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Controversial flats plan approved despite objections over lost shop space

Plans approved to convert commercial units in Halesworth, Suffolk, into three two-bedroom flats, despite concerns over parking and lost retail space.

14 Oct 2026 Read at source

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Gymnastics club's £21k appeal to boost safety and inspire future stars
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Gymnastics club's £21k appeal to boost safety and inspire future stars

Waveney Gymnastics Club in Lowestoft launches a £21,380 appeal for safer trampolines, supporting children, adults and disabled gymnasts across Suffolk.

14 Oct 2026 Read at source
Forget Meghan Markle's £2000 swanky kitchen gadget - just keep cooking simple
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Forget Meghan Markle's £2000 swanky kitchen gadget - just keep cooking simple

Regular readers of this column will know that one of my biggest passions is encouraging people to cook at home – not warming up ready-meals or reheating takeaways, but proper cooking, from ingredients.

14 Oct 2026 Read at source
Bid for new units on industrial estate
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Bid for new units on industrial estate

New jobs could be created as five new industrial units are earmarked for development in a Suffolk seaside town.

14 Oct 2026 Read at source
Two clubs bidding to break attendance record at historic Norfolk football ground
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Two clubs bidding to break attendance record at historic Norfolk football ground

Two clubs are hoping to break the Anglian Combination leagues’ record attendance in their match at The Wellesley in Great Yarmouth on Saturday, October 24.

14 Oct 2026 Great Yarmouth Read at source
Award-winning chocolatier with focus on quality to stock treats at luxury store
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Award-winning chocolatier with focus on quality to stock treats at luxury store

An award-winning North Norfolk chocolatier will be launching its treats at a luxury store next month.

14 Oct 2026 Read at source
Former village pub turned bed and breakfast withdrawn from upcoming auction
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Former village pub turned bed and breakfast withdrawn from upcoming auction

A Grade II-listed bed and breakfast converted from a village pub has been pulled from an upcoming auction.

14 Oct 2026 Read at source
Why halving tax on hiring youngsters could help East's firms end unemployment crisis
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Why halving tax on hiring youngsters could help East's firms end unemployment crisis

Businesses in the East could benefit from the Conservatives’ plans to halve tax on hiring young people - but there's a catch.

14 Oct 2026 Read at source
Racism row breaks out at primary school… over 'Crazy Hair Day' fundraiser
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Racism row breaks out at primary school… over 'Crazy Hair Day' fundraiser

A mum has accused a school of racial discrimination over a planned "Crazy Hair Day" fundraiser taking place during Black History Month.

14 Oct 2026 Read at source

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