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Liberal Democrats stymie Reform's grab for power in Norfolk
7+ hour, 23+ min ago (743+ words) The Liberal Democrats have thwarted Reform taking over the county council after it kept a tight grip on its stronghold in north Norfolk. Lib Dems were celebrating their major success in the district, which helped make them the second biggest…...
Norfolk councils miss food waste deadline. .. .despite "6m funding boost
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (411+ words) Every Norfolk council that was asked to introduce weekly food waste collections by today has failed to meet the government's deadline - despite receiving a combined "6. 16 million in grants to fund the transition. Breckland, South Norfolk, North Norfolk and Great Yarmouth…...
Heating oil crisis fund to provide "3m of support to Norfolk households
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (284+ words) A "3 million heating oil crisis fund has been launched to support homes in Norfolk affected by rising prices. Around 70, 000 households in the county, which is 17pc of its homes, rely on the fuel for heating and hot water. Many have seen…...
At least a dozen county councillors not standing in County Hall's May elections
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (409+ words) More than a dozen current Norfolk county councillors have confirmed they will not be seeking re-election when the county goes to the polls in May - and more are likely to follow suit. Among Conservatives not standing again are Alison Thomas…...
New children's nursery set to open on edge of Norfolk town
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (214+ words) A new children's nursery may be opening on the edge of a Norfolk town. Rebecca Garratt, director of Little Sprouts Childcare, has submitted plans to North Norfolk District Council to convert a home off A148 Holt Road, Cromer, into a day…...
MP calls for price cap on heating oil to 'protect rural families properly"
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (412+ words) A Norfolk MP has urged the government to implement an immediate cap on the price of heating oil after claiming suppliers are profiteering from the conflict in the Middle East. Steffan Aquarone, MP for North Norfolk, said rural households that…...
When to see the 'very rare' raptor making a comeback to Norfolk
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (321+ words) The perfect time to spot the mysterious, once nearly extinct bird of prey that is making a quiet return to Nelson's County is approaching. Reknowned for being "very secretive", goshawks are still a "very rare" bird in the UK, according…...
Why north Norfolk is a plane spotters' paradise
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (362+ words) When you think of plane spotting in Norfolk, it is fair to assume most people would head to Norwich Airport. However, there may be an even better place to go looking to the skies to catch a glimpse of rare…...
Will this Norfolk hall become home to a wedding venue?
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (377+ words) The owner of a Norfolk hall nestled in the countryside has unveiled plans to use the grounds as a wedding venue. Roy Kent, owner of Felmingham Hall, has plans to diversify the current holiday let business on the site off…...
One-woman show explores folklore of Norfolk and Suffolk
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (283+ words) Our region's folklore'is taking centre stage on a new tour. Lorefolk, a one-woman show celebrating the folklore of Norfolk and Suffolk, will visit Sheringham Little Theatre on October 15 at 7. 30pm. The performance explores traditional tales collected from the region, featuring legends…...