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News and updates from the county of #Norfolk, UK - we originally started this service on another app in 2012 and now here on Bluesky
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Two Boxing Day dips cancelled because of forecast

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Boxing Day dips at Cromer and Mundesley are cancelled
The festive swims are called off because of worries about high tides and strong winds.
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December 24, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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'My farmer dad was part of Churchill's Secret Army'

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WW2 British Resistance story told at Parham Airfield Museum
He was one of many who joined the resistance units set up to counter a German invasion of Britain.
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December 24, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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EFL Quiz of the Year: Who has been breaking records in 2025?

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EFL Quiz of the Year: Who has been breaking records in 2025?
From record-breakers to dire financial situations, there's been much to talk about in the English Football League in 2025 - but do you remember the finer details?
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December 24, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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Main road near city centre closed after crash

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Main road near Norwich city centre closed after crash
Police urge drivers to avoid the area and say diversions are in place.
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December 24, 2025 at 6:58 AM
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The Medieval version of 'Yes Day' where kids ruled

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The Medieval version of 'Yes Day' where kids ruled
Medieval Christmas traditions included the election of a boy bishop, says a historian.
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December 24, 2025 at 6:57 AM
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Council leader criticised over election silence

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Norwich City Council leader criticised over election silence
A city's Labour leader is not saying if he wants local elections to be held in 2026.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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'Kindness around the world has blown us away'

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Norfolk round-the-world cyclists praise kindness of strangers
Father and son George and Josh Kohler hope to ride their way into the record books.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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When turkeys were walked to London for Christmas

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When turkeys were walked to London for Christmas
Before railways and refrigeration, the birds had to make the long journey to market on foot.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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Former shop's heritage accolade is 'mind-blowing'

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Littleport heritage centre's accolade is 'mind-blowing'
The building, now a heritage centre, is included in a list of 19 remarkable historic places.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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Pedestrian hit by car dies and man arrested

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Pedestrian dies after Norwich car crash
The driver of the car is arrested and released on bail, say police.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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Third Norfolk case of bird flu in December

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Third Norfolk case of bird flu in December confirmed near Dereham
Defra says a protection zone and surveillance zone have been put in place around the premises.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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Sargent set for Canaries return against Addicks

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Norwich City team news: Josh Sargent back for Charlton Athletic visit
Norwich City head coach Philippe Clement has Josh Sargent back from concussion for the visit of Charlton to Carrow Road.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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Six people seriously hurt in road crash

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A146 crash: Six people seriously hurt in collision at Hellington
One man suffers life-threatening injuries and a woman is taken to Addenbrooke's, police say.
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December 23, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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Investigation under way after fire at mini-market

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Mini-market fire in Thetford causes road closure
The fire service says six crews attended and that no-one was injured.
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December 23, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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What’s going on with Debenhams in Norwich?

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What’s going on with Debenhams in Norwich? - BBC Sounds
The site of the old Debenhams shop in Norwich has been vacant since 2021.
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December 23, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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Debenhams developer expects approval for flats plan

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Developer of Debenhams in Norwich expects approval for flats plan
It says it aims to transform the empty department store into a thriving student housing hub.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:47 AM
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Lotus Esprit left in barn for 30 years up for auction

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Lotus Esprit left in barn for 30 years up for auction
The iconic sports car has been entered into an auction of classic and vintage cars.
www.bbc.com
December 23, 2025 at 5:47 AM
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'My farmer dad was part of Churchill's Secret Army'

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WW2 British Resistance story told at Parham Airfield Museum
He was one of many who joined the resistance units set up to counter a German invasion of Britain.
www.bbc.com
December 23, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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Former shop's heritage accolade is 'mind-blowing'

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Littleport heritage centre's accolade is 'mind-blowing'
The building, now a heritage centre, is included in a list of 19 remarkable historic places.
www.bbc.com
December 23, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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The Medieval version of 'Yes Day' where kids ruled

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The Medieval version of 'Yes Day' where kids ruled
Medieval Christmas traditions included the election of a boy bishop, says a historian.
www.bbc.com
December 23, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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Singing with Ariana Grande 'a dream come true'

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Singing with Ariana Grande in Wicked 'a dream come true'
Lily, 11, performed a song with the pop star and appears in the film's trailer.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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Inside Number 39: Through the doors of an unlikely architectural treasure

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Inside historic King's Lynn concrete building
The BBC is granted a rare look inside one of Britain's most endangered buildings.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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Third Norfolk case of bird flu in December

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Third Norfolk case of bird flu in December confirmed near Dereham
Defra says a protection zone and surveillance zone have been put in place around the premises.
www.bbc.com
December 22, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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Lotus Esprit left in barn for 30 years up for auction

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Lotus Esprit left in barn for 30 years up for auction
The iconic sports car has been entered into an auction of classic and vintage cars.
www.bbc.com
December 22, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Dame Edna designer 'knocked out' by Christmas show

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Edna Everage’s designer amazed by Thursford Christmas Spectacular
Stephen Adnitt has spent 13 years bringing glamour to Norfolk’s Thursford Christmas Spectacular.
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December 22, 2025 at 4:52 PM