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10+ hour, 43+ min ago (37+ words) Arizona's 7-foot-2 center Motiejus Krivas tied a career-high with 20 points and added nine rebounds to lead the No. 2 Wildcats to a 98-61 victory Saturday over Norfolk State at Tucson, Ariz....

11+ hour, 6+ min ago (127+ words) NORFOLK, Va. " Norfolk Fire-Rescue crews responded to a house fire in the 1300 block of Buckingham Avenue Saturday morning. The fire happened around 10:21 a.m. When crews arrived, they found heavy ... Norfolk Fire-Rescue responds to house fire on Buckingham Avenue NORFOLK, Va. " Norfolk Fire-Rescue crews responded to a house fire in the 1300 block of Buckingham Avenue Saturday morning. The fire happened around 10:21 a.m. When crews arrived, they found heavy smoke and flames coming from the rear of the home. Firefighters deployed multiple hoses, and the fire was under control by 10:51 a.m. One person is being evaluated by medics at the scene. No additional injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation....

11+ hour, 55+ min ago (1336+ words) From all-singing all-dancing shows to festive train rides to meet Santa, artisan markets, beautifully decorated stately homes and more, there are so many ways to make your Norfolk Christmas extra-special. The most popular events get booked up quickly, so don't delay! The Polar Express is back for Christmas, re-creating the beloved 2004 film of the same name. November 8 to December 23, Mid Norfolk Railway, Dereham The railway's Norfolk Lights Express is returning, with lights on the outside of each carriage shining onto the scenery in changing colours. Santa Special trains will also operate. Norfolk Lights Express, November 14 to January 3, Santa Specials, November 22 to December 21 at weekends, plus December 22 and 23, North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham Broads Tours Santa Cruises These festive cruises will leave from the Broads Tours boatyard in Wroxham. Santa's elves will have gift bags for children, who can also visit Santa…...

11+ hour, 55+ min ago (1336+ words) From all-singing all-dancing shows to festive train rides to meet Santa, artisan markets, beautifully decorated stately homes and more, there are so many ways to make your Norfolk Christmas extra-special. The most popular events get booked up quickly, so don't delay! The Polar Express is back for Christmas, re-creating the beloved 2004 film of the same name. November 8 to December 23, Mid Norfolk Railway, Dereham The railway's Norfolk Lights Express is returning, with lights on the outside of each carriage shining onto the scenery in changing colours. Santa Special trains will also operate. Norfolk Lights Express, November 14 to January 3, Santa Specials, November 22 to December 21 at weekends, plus December 22 and 23, North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham Broads Tours Santa Cruises These festive cruises will leave from the Broads Tours boatyard in Wroxham. Santa's elves will have gift bags for children, who can also visit Santa…...

1+ day, 40+ min ago (154+ words) The Union Bears (12-0) face the Ridgeview Wolfpack (11-1) in a Class 2 Virginia (VHSL) high school football regional final Saturday afternoon at Bullitt Park in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. The winner will advance to face Glenvar (13-0) in a Class 2 state semifinal Saturday, December 6. The state championship game is set for Saturday, December 13. Union defeated Ridgeview 42-21 during their regular-season meeting Oct. 9. Opening kickoff is set for 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 29, with a live TV broadcast on NFHS Network. " WATCH: Union vs. Ridgeview football is livestreaming on NFHS Network What: The Union Bears play the Ridgeview Wolfpack in a VHSL high school football playoffs Class 2 regional final. When: Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 29. Where: Bullitt Park | Big Stone Gap, Virginia Watch live: Watch Union vs. Ridgeview live on the NFHS Network...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (786+ words) SSC gets floodlights as five World Cup games are set for Maitland Place Peace Corps returns North: 23 new volunteers sworn in Chameera, Mishara take Sri Lanka to the final with a thrilling win Sri Lanka back Asalanka as captain Sansa, Lisa shine at BSC Athletics Meet Norfolk Foods (Pvt) Ltd, a pioneer in the Sri Lankan frozen food industry, has expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of Crumbs by Crescent, a frozen bakery solution designed to bring restaurant-quality taste and convenience to both households and professional kitchens. The Culinary Art Food Expo served as a launchpad for the brand, where chefs from leading star-class hotels sampled the products and offered positive feedback. Many highlighted how the range could seamlessly complement hotel buffets, high teas, and " la carte menus, while also serving as a convenient, ready-to-bake option for restaurants and…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago (550+ words) A video showing a Suffolk and Norfolk mayoral candidate using a swing while furiously debating Labour's budget has been called out for being "a bit odd". Tim Passmore, who is running to be mayor of Suffolk and Norfolk - and is currently the police and crime commissioner in Suffolk - uploaded the video on his social media on Wednesday. The video shows the 66-year-old swinging back and forth while shouting his criticisms of Rachel Reeves at the camera. It also appears to be shot in a playground and includes around 42 seconds of energetic swinging by the politician. Kevin Keable, who is also running to be regional mayor as a Liberal Democrat, described the video as "a little strange" and "a bit odd". He said: "It's just a bit of a stunt, and it doesn't really show any vision or ambition. "I want…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago (217+ words) Norfolk State Spartans (4-4) at Arizona Wildcats (6-0) Tucson, Arizona; Saturday, 4 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Wildcats -34.5; over/under is 147.5 BOTTOM LINE: Norfolk State takes on No. 2 Arizona after Rodney Baines scored 30 points in Norfolk State's 136-79 victory against the Virginia-Lynchburg Dragons. The Wildcats have gone 3-0 in home games. Arizona is seventh in the Big 12 scoring 85.5 points while shooting 51.0% from the field. The Spartans are 0-3 in road games. Norfolk State has a 2-4 record against opponents over .500. Arizona's average of 6.7 made 3-pointers per game is 1.7 fewer made shots on average than the 8.4 per game Norfolk State gives up. Norfolk State averages 6.0 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.2 fewer made shots on average than the 7.2 per game Arizona gives up. TOP PERFORMERS: Dwayne Aristode averages 1.8 made 3-pointers per game for the Wildcats, scoring 7.0 points while shooting 52.4% from beyond the arc. Jaden Bradley is shooting 58.2% and averaging…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago (264+ words) Holiday travel could bring a rise in contagious illnesses such as the flu and respiratory syncytial virus, according to Virginia health specialists. As of Nov. 22, the most recent data available, the Virginia Department of Health reports that overall respiratory illness activity in Virginia is "low and stable." "We're starting to see indicators that things are most likely going to take off really quickly here in the next few weeks with respiratory illness trends," Diskin said. "We're keeping a close eye on that." Older adults, younger children and those with underlying conditions are the most at-risk, she said. Public health officials encourage the public to be proactive to prevent the spread of illness, and Diskin said that incorporating small habits can make a big difference in spreading illness. "Because we're seeing the flu season starting a little bit late this year,…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago (164+ words) A weather warning has been issued for Norfolk with heavy rainfall of 20-30mm forecast. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain that will be in place from 6am to 12pm on Saturday. The wet conditions may accompany strong winds, particularly across eastern parts of England on Saturday night. Across Norfolk, the forecast looks very similar, and the weather could cause travel disruption and flooding this weekend. The Met Office warns that spray and flooding on roads will probably make journey times longer. Bus and train services will probably be affected, with journey times taking longer, with a chance of cancellations where flooding occurs. There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses alongside flooding. A spokesman for the Met Office said: "There is uncertainty in the corridor of heaviest rainfall…...