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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.
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.
Successful dementia fair made a real difference
Lynn’s hospital welcomed more than 90 members of the public to its successful dementia fair.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New West Norfolk mayor elected for the coming year
Cllr Andy Bullen has been elected as the new mayor of Lynn and West Norfolk.
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.
Dancers thank sponsors for their support
Dance school members showcased their talents to sponsors as a thank you for their support.
Two West Norfolk breweries win big in champion ale competition
Two West Norfolk-based breweries have won big in a well-renowned competition.
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…
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.
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.
‘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.
Club’s donation to cancer charity
A raffle by members of a King’s Lynn club resulted in a donation to a cancer charity.
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.
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.