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Cadets will support mayor and deputy throughout the year

West Norfolk’s mayor’s cadets for the next year were recognised during yesterday’s mayor-making ceremony at Lynn Town Hall.

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Murderer who ran over his daughter dies in prison

A murderer who killed his daughter by running her over multiple times has died in prison.

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19th-century Lynn-born artist captures intimate depictions of those who shaped his travels

In this week’s Picture This, Lynn Museum shares a sketch of two men fencing by a Lynn artist.

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Police hunt for missing bike after triple-theft

Police are investigating reports of three bicycles that were stolen in Lynn.

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Successful dementia fair made a real difference

Lynn’s hospital welcomed more than 90 members of the public to its successful dementia fair.

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Landmark discovery of UK’s oldest stage at Guildhall theatre

Archaeologists have made a landmark discovery of the earliest known theatrical stage in the UK at Lynn’s Guildhall theatre.

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Mayor welcomes students to historic venue

Students have been treated to a VIP visit to meet the mayor and take a tour of a historic town hall.

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Hair and beauty students shine in national contest

Hair and beauty students showcased their talent and creativity at the prestigious competition taking home a clutch of top place certificates.

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Another casino for town and delays in opening public toilets concerning letter writers this week

Letter writers express concerns over slot machine arcades, public toilets and a hospital rebuild in this week’s Lynn News letters page.

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New West Norfolk mayor elected for the coming year

Cllr Andy Bullen has been elected as the new mayor of Lynn and West Norfolk.

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High Court challenge of library decision-making process is lodged

A legal review challenging the decision-making process at Lynn’s Carnegie library has officially been lodged at the High Court.

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Dancers thank sponsors for their support

Dance school members showcased their talents to sponsors as a thank you for their support.

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Two West Norfolk breweries win big in champion ale competition

Two West Norfolk-based breweries have won big in a well-renowned competition.

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Book of the Week is a bravura love letter to Tasmania

In our weekly look at books we focus on Waterstones’ Non-Fiction of the Month for May 2025…

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New art space to open in gallery

A Lynn gallery is opening a new art space showcasing work from more than 50 independent artists with diverse styles and techniques.

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Woman caught with cocaine in purple cupcake case

“I’ve got something on me, I might as well tell you,” were the words of a 35-year-old caught with cocaine.

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‘Nasty’ 52-year-old shouted racial slur at man on bus

A 52-year-old who caused a scene on a town bus shouted a racial slur towards a man.

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Club’s donation to cancer charity

A raffle by members of a King’s Lynn club resulted in a donation to a cancer charity.

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Prolific offender could be jailed following drunken outbursts

One of Lynn’s most prolific drunk offenders stumbled into the dock once again - and now may face a prison sentence.

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21-year-old caught with cannabis told to get his act together

Magistrates urged a 21-year-old to get his act together after he was caught with cannabis.