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Carenza Lewis (centre) shows some archaeological finds to  King Edward V11 students (from left): Charlotte Wilson, Dylan Reed, Chelsea Thomason and Katie Taylor.

Rewriting King’s Lynn’s history - SEE VIDEO + PICS video Picture gallery

Around 40 students from two Lynn high schools dug deep last week to realise their archaeological aspirations while discovering traces of an Anglo-Saxon settlement beneath their feet.

KING’S LYNN: Beds will offer dignity to dying

Four new specialised beds to care for the terminally ill have been commissioned in West Norfolk in a drive to improve services for the dying.

New Town Mayor Anne Tigue, left, and Baroness Gillian Shephard, second left, with the centres staff and helpers  MLNF13AF05145

SWAFFHAM: Baroness returns for day centre’s 25th birthday

Baroness Gillian Shephard, who how lives in Swaffham, returned to the town’s Merle Boddy Centre last week as a guest-of-honour at its 25th anniversary celebration.

Michael Palin visits Fakenham Junior school as the school celebrates its 100th anniversary. Michael's grandfather was a GP in the town for thirty years.

FAKENHAM: Python Palin raises flag on the spot where granddad once stood video

He is probably Britain’s most famous traveller. But on Tuesday it was a case of coming home for TV star Michael Palin.

Michael Palin visits Fakenham Junior school as the school celebrates its 100th anniversary. Michael's grandfather was a GP in the town for thirty years.

KING’S LYNN: Majestic cinema marks 85 years of the silver screen

Lynn’s Majestic Cinema celebrates its 85th anniversary this year with a special one-off event that will give audiences a chance to step back in time and experience cinema in the 1940s.

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Fun Day for Spencer's Bucket List - Spencer has terminal cancer/18 months to live and friends/family trying to raise money to pay for travel insurance so he can have one last family holiday. 
left to right back Eric Bunkall, Ann Bunkall, Gemma Bunkall and Laura Peach
left to right front Spencer Bunkall, Grace Bunkall 4 and Karl Peach

SWAFFHAM: Insurers refuse last family holiday in US

A Swaffham family has been forced to change their plans to travel to America after an astounding £15,000 was raised to send them on one last family holiday.

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St Clements through to School Games finals

Well done to all those students who took part in the School Sports Partnership trampoline finals at the King’s Lynn Academy.

KING’S LYNN: Castle rising record win

Castle Rising came out victors in a tense and hard fought encounter against the visiting Bedouin.

Greeves in the groove in Bircham victory

Sandringham take over top spot in Division One of the West Norfolk League after their 51-run victory over Castle Rising.

MARHAM: Local team record good debut

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

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Rewriting King’s Lynn’s history - SEE VIDEO + PICS video

Around 40 students from two Lynn high schools dug deep last week to realise their archaeological aspirations while discovering traces of an Anglo-Saxon settlement beneath their feet.

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KING’S LYNN: Follow trail to celebrate past

A new, self-guided walking tour focusing on Lynn’s maritime heritage will be launched on International Hanse Day tomorrow.

KING’S LYNN: Club motors on after 60 years

Lynn Motor Club is still on the road after 60 years.

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KING’S LYNN: Now it’s Fifty Shades of Greyfriars

An exhibition of bronze sculptures and interesting objects is to take over Greyfriars Art Space next week for the opening of the Fifty Shades of Greyfriars display.

KING’S LYNN: Puppet project with French twist

The King’s Lynn Arts Centre Trust will host a group of French artists this week as part of an EU-funded project focusing on the performing arts and puppetry.

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.

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BAE Systems and RAF roadshow visiting Downham High School
left to right Molly McNama, Davina Hurrell, Laney Bath Eateen, Vytautas Balaisis and Josh Nelson

DOWNHAM MARKET: Why maths adds up to a big part of life

More than 200 pupils at Downham High School were shown the importance of maths in everyday life during a visit by the BAE Systems and RAF Roadshow.

Homestart scheme organisor Lynda Pither retires after 25 years. Pictured with some of her friends and colleagues.

KING’S LYNN: Lynda honoured after 25 years’ service

Home-Start scheme organiser Lynda Pither has retired after dedicating 25 years’ service to the charity.

Year 9 pupils at the Iceni Academy have been selected as winners in the Young Writers Around The World In 80 Words competition.
Teacher Lisa Rees is pictured with the youngsters.

METHWOLD: Young writers in anthology

Twenty pupils at the Iceni Academy in Methwold have had short stories chosen for a published anthology.

KING’S LYNN: Castle rising record win

Castle Rising came out victors in a tense and hard fought encounter against the visiting Bedouin.

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.

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.

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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