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Norfolk County Council elects a new leader

George Nobbs, leader of the Labour group on Norfolk County Council, was today (Friday) elected leader of the authority at an extraordinary meeting of the full Council, held at County Hall, Norwich.

The council also agreed to take the first steps towards changing the current cabinet system of decision-making to a committee system.

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Heacham Infant School pupils dress up as wizards and fairies for visit by the Fairyland Trust to celebrate their Lottery grant. Brenna Powys (left) and Clare Enters of the Fairyland Trust with Front LtoR - Ethan Nicholson, Cicely Thorpe, Benjamin Bray. Back LtoR - Sophie-Louise Collins, Henry Heath, Tegan Frary and Madison McGinn.

HEACHAM: A touch of wizardry in Fairyland - SEE VIDEO video

Wings and wands were on show when Heacham Infant School celebrated outdoor improvements carried out with the help of a £7,000 Lottery grant.

Celebrations kick off for Downham Market Festival

The annual Downham Market Festival gets under way this weekend and the town is set to become a hive of activity as festivities promise even more food, entertainment and music this bank holiday.

Swaffham vicar Rev Tim Lawes will be head chef at the Market Cross Cafe Bar in Swaffham Market Place this evening for a Swedish-themed menu Picture: PAUL TIBBS MLNF13PT05539

SWAFFHAM: Vicar turns chef to create Swedish fare

Swaffham’s vicar will be swapping his pulpit for the kitchen at the town’s historic Market Cross Cafe Bar this evening as he prepares a special menu for up to 30 diners.

Swaffham vicar Rev Tim Lawes will be head chef at the Market Cross Cafe Bar in Swaffham Market Place this evening for a Swedish-themed menu Picture: PAUL TIBBS MLNF13PT05539

KING’S LYNN: Final countdown for the Battle of the Bands 2013

After five months and ten heats across some of West Norfolk’s best live music venues, more than 50 acts have now been whittled down to the final 15 in this year’s Battle of the Bands.

Viscount Tom Coke, of Holkham Hall, is set to play a part in the Cycle Together event on June 23, raising funds for local respite hotel, Park House at Sandringham Picture: PAUL TIBBS MLNF13PT05490

SANDRINGHAM: Pedalling peer joins in big Cycle Together event - SEE VIDEO video

Viscount Tom Coke and Holkham Hall are set to play a part in Leonard Cheshire Disability’s new Cycle Together, Sandringham, event on Sunday, June 23.

Sport rss

MARHAM: Local team record good debut

Simon Andrews experienced a good first race for the Royal Air Force reserves Honda team.

Scottys rugby match

WEST NORFOLK: One game sure to go to extra time

Scotty’s Little Soldiers has announced some big-name signings for a world-record rugby match due to be held next Friday.

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KING’S LYNN: Local biker Fincham rides to victory

Local motorcyclist Mark Fincham recorded a great win at Oulton Park.

Huge crowd bid farewell to Hemmings

There was a fantastic night of banger racing at the Norfolk Arena last Saturday as a near-capacity crowd bidded a farewell to Steve “Psycho” Hemmings.

Girls U 13 hockey.

Pelicans help Norfolk to glory

Two youngsters from Pelicans Hockey Club have helped Norfolk to county success.

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Top riders in action at Houghton horse trials

Some of the world’s top riders are in action at this weekend’s Houghton International Horse Trials, tackling dressage tests, show-jumping and a cross-country course.

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HEACHAM: A touch of wizardry in Fairyland - SEE VIDEO video

Wings and wands were on show when Heacham Infant School celebrated outdoor improvements carried out with the help of a £7,000 Lottery grant.

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KING’S LYNN: High-flying drama in sky at Festival Too

Pop, rock and plenty of soul are set to attract thousands to Festival Too events with top acts including Gareth Gates, The Primitives and Harry Cracknell.

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KING’S LYNN: Blue to headline Festival Too

More than a decade after they first flew to the top of the charts with All Rise, the Blue boys are back and set to headline Festival Too as part of their 2013 European tour.

What’s On - May 24

Send your events to judy.bates@jpress.co.uk

Gig Guide - May 24

Send your gigs to chris.hornby@jpress.co.uk

KING’S LYNN: Make your own medieval tile at Lynn Museum

Lynn Museum is holding a special Medieval Life activity day next Tuesday, May 28, from 11am to 2pm.

Sainsbury's (town centre) make a cheque presentation to West Acre arts foundation at West Acre Theatre, River Road, West Acre. LtoR - Jayne Dix and Paul Hotson present to Andy Naylor, Clive Hadfield and Isobel Smith.

WESTACRE: Cash to help young people at theatre

Performing arts students will benefit from a £300 donation to Westacre Theatre.

Community rss

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SWAFFHAM: Academy’s Saturday sessions are proving popular

Year 11 students at Swaffham’s Nicholas Hamond Academy have been giving up their Saturday morning lie-ins to continue preparations for their final exams and coursework.

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KING’S LYNN: Local biker Fincham rides to victory

Local motorcyclist Mark Fincham recorded a great win at Oulton Park.

GAYWOOD: Mystery death in Canada of Lewis, aged 23

A 23-year-old Lynn man has died in the Collingwood area of Ontario, Canada.

Details copied from original email Hiya Paul it's Rachel Ballantyne, I just wondered if we could get a piece in the paper about the London Moonwalk that me and 5 friends took part in, I'm not sure if this is you I should speak to or if you could put my on to someone else at the Lynn News. It is all for walk the walk uniting against breast cancer, you have to walk in your decorated bra, 26.2 mile marathon, starting at midnight and power walking through the streets of London seeing some of London's greatest landmarks, starting and finishing at Batasea Power Station, We finished at 8.15 am , I have got a photo of us when we finished with our medals. Haven't got a final total raised yet but are busy collecting it all in. I will let you know asap If this is something you or any one is interested in please e-mail me or contact me on 01553 760218 Thank you for taking the time to read this

KING’S LYNN: Bra-vo for capital Lynn MoonWalkers

Six women from King’s Lynn took part in the London MoonWalk to raise money for the breast cancer charity Walk the Walk.

District News - May 21

News from across West Norfolk.

New Mayor of Fakenham Adrian Vertigan behind the counter of the Salvation Army shop, where he is the manager.

FAKENHAM: Challenges facing new town mayor

The new mayor of Fakenham is Adrian Vertigan who runs the Salvation Army shop on Oak Street and also works with the EP Youth charity.

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