Local News
Lithuanian community celebrates connection with town during 100th anniversary of festival
Traditions, music and community spirit were all integral to celebrating the 100th anniversary of a song and dance festival.
Local messages
Former treasurer of archaeological project avoids jail after stealing more than £100K from charity
A 65-year-old woman has avoided jail after admitting stealing more than £100,000 from a charity which runs an archaeological dig project.
Police shut town road as emergency services respond to concerns for safety
Police have closed a road as they are responding to reports of concerns for safety in the area.
New investment at Lynn Port
Progress on a £7 million investment at King’s Lynn Port to create a new bulk store was the focus of a visit from the local MP.
Woman in hospital after crash saw her car end up in ditch
A woman has been taken to hospital after being involved in a crash last night.
Arrests made after reports of violence involving three people left woman with serious facial injuries
Two people have been arrested after police were called to reports of violence involving three people this morning.
Follow the dragon-themed trail this half-term
Families visiting Lynn during half-term will be able to take part in a dragon-themed trail – with the chance to win a prize.
River close to bursting its banks as flood alert issued for coast
A river has come close to bursting its banks this morning.
Flood alert for town and surrounding villages put in place over the weekend
A flood alert has been put in place for parts of West Norfolk as high tides are expected.
Award recognises outstanding contribution
A West Norfolk healthcare professional has been recognised as a “Protector of Play” with an award from the Starlight charity.
Free goody bags on offer for first customers at toy shop opening this weekend
A grand opening is taking place to celebrate the arrival of a toy shop moving into a newsagent - with a chance for youngsters to get a free treat.
Buffet bar located inside train station reaches finals of national competition
A West Norfolk train station is close to being crowned as having the best local business in the country.
Here are six displays worth a watch for firework fans coming up in West and North Norfolk
Bonfire night is just around the corner with several firework displays happening and lots of fun promised for the whole family.
Alcoholic abused police and stole booze shortly after prison release
An alcoholic was caught stealing booze from a discount store shortly after being released from prison.
Lorry driver caught on drugs just metres from his home
A drug-driver was caught by the police just metres from his home.
36-year-old could be jailed after seriously injuring man in A-road crash
A man could be jailed after pulling out of a junction without stopping, causing a crash and leaving a man seriously injured.
Drink-driver fled the scene after crashing into fence at railway crossing
A woman fled the scene of a crash after drink-driving - before lying to the police about where she had been.
Homeless man sleeping in stairwells and hedges stole from pharmacy
A homeless man who was sleeping in stairwells and hedges resorted to stealing in a bid to buy food.
Approval for new hospital is a big step forward
In her monthly Ward Round column, QEH CEO Alice Webster discusses the new hospital plans.
Graduation ceremony at Lynn Minster
Graduating students celebrated their successes at a ceremony held at King’s Lynn Minster.