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7+ hour, 53+ min 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…...

10+ hour, 4+ min 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…...

13+ hour, 24+ min 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,…...

15+ hour, 49+ min 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…...

17+ hour, 7+ min ago (114+ words) Norfolk Fire Rescue responded to an apartment fire on the 1200 block of Norview Avenue. Fire officials say multiple apartments were damaged. Norfolk Fire Rescue responded to an apartment fire on Friday afternoon.Firefighters arrived to the 1200 block of Norview Avenue around 3:00 p.m to find heavy smoke coming from an apartment building Crews worked to cut through floors in several areas to reach the fire The fire was brought under control at 4:49 p.m Officials say eight apartments were damaged There were no injuries Red Cross is assisting displaced residents, though it is unknown how many occupants have been displaced.The cause of the fire is under investigation....

20+ hour, 20+ min ago (245+ words) Ontario minister crosses the globe to chase defence industry investments and jobs "Black Friday" kicks off in stores across Ontario Brantford police search for missing woman Snow day for students in Brantford, Haldimand'Norfolk areas Ontario storm to linger into weekend with 60 cm of snow possible in some areas Quebec unveils new bill to tighten restrictions on public religious symbols Overnight snowfall and high winds have closed schools in the Brantford and Haldimand'Norfolk areas today. The Grand Erie District School Board " covering Norfolk, Haldimand and Brant counties " and Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board are closed to students and staff. "Today, services in all four zones are cancelled due to current secondary road conditions and forecasted whiteout conditions during morning run time. As a result, schools are also closed," said'Philip Kuckyt of Student Transportation Services Brant Haldimand Norfolk. The YMCA…...

21+ hour, 14+ min ago (390+ words) Taxpayers could be left with a bill of almost "1m to print and post booklets detailing the candidates in the first ever Norfolk and Suffolk mayoral election. The documents will be sent to 1.3m households across the two counties ahead of the vote next May. The initial distribution costs will be met by Norfolk and Suffolk county councils. Norfolk County Council's Conservative-controlled cabinet is next week due to start the process of tendering for a company to print and distribute the leaflets. Norfolk County Council's County Hall headquarters (Image: Mike Page) Elections for the mayor - who would oversee major projects across the two counties, as well as transport and housing - are due to take place in May next year. The booklet would contain details of the election process and what are known as election addresses by the candidates - where they explain why…...