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Action being taken as scaffolding seen up on building struck by weekend fire
Action is already being taken to restore a building that was damaged by a large fire at the weekend.

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New rules to control shopfront designs after frustration at ‘garish’ sign
A council has introduced new rules to control designs on shopfronts after a row over a “garish” sign.


Work well under way at new department store set to open this month
Work is well under way as a family-owned department store prepares to open in Lynn’s town centre this month.

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Hilarious April Fools’ Day pranks: Town clock gone digital, no more nuggets at butchers and wallabies in country park
Have a look at some of the best April Fools’ Day pranks from across West Norfolk…


Flood alert in place tonight for the coast
The Environment Agency has warned residents to expect flooding tonight, and it says evacuation warnings may follow.


Passers by being evacuated from area as emergency services deal with flat fire above casino
Passersby are being evacuated from part of Lynn after a fire started at a flat above a casino.


Fire in town flat above casino leaves extensive damage
Extensive fire damage could be seen at a flat located above a town casino the morning after it suffered a devastating blaze.


Major theatre revamp already making a huge difference
Tiered seating and state-of-the-art lighting have helped to create a “world-class” theatre facility in a Lynn school.


Pictures show high tides at coastal town as flood alerts removed
Flood and precautionary evacuation warnings for parts of West Norfolk were removed late on Sunday night in the wake of rising tides.


Total of 11 fire crews attended flat fire above town casino
A total of 11 fire engines took around 14 hours to tackle a devastating flat fire that took place above a town casino.


Popular store’s name to vanish from high street after sale
A popular retail store’s name will soon vanish from the high street - but it will not be closing altogether.


Lawyers agree to refund fees in costly council legal battle
Council lawyers have agreed to refund their fees after a barrister’s error cost them thousands of pounds through losing a High Court case.

Neighbour discovers man's body having not seen him for days
A Lingwood man who died at home after taking MDMA was discovered by a neighbour who had not seen him for a few days.
Plans for new Norfolk Starbucks drive-thru approved
Plans for a Starbucks drive-thru in Salhouse Road, Dereham, have been approved by Breckland Council.
Broads officials consider boat amnesty as rising number of wrecks hits finances
Broads officials are considering holding a boat amnesty to remove vessels at risk of sinking on the Norfolk and Suffolk waterways as the number of wrecks continues to rise.
Stolen jewellery returned to owner after burglars raid property
Jewellery stolen by thieves who burgled a house and then went on the run was not recovered by the police and instead returned to the owner.
Hard-working Norfolk farmers earn thanks from the King
Norfolk farmers have been thanked on behalf of the King for their service and sacrifices during a time of "substantial change".
Market place building up for sale
Waterloo House, located on North Walsham's Market Square is now available for purchase.
Jury sworn in ahead of city stabbing trial
A jury has been sworn in for the trial of a man accused of murdering another man in a late-night city stabbing.
Have your say on future of town's skatepark
Fakenham Town Council are turning to the public for ideas over the future of its former skatepark.