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Kris Johnston is a trainee reporter who joined the Lincolnshire Free Press and Spalding Guardian in May 2021. Kris has a first class honours degree in Journalism from the University of Stirling.

Press stalwart who rose to become editor of his local paper has died

14 November 2025
Press stalwart who rose to become editor of his local paper has died

Press stalwart who rose to become editor of his local paper has died

14 November 2025

A local press stalwart who rose to become editor of his home town paper has died.

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Blueprint to secure up to £20m investment in town is unveiled

14 November 2025
Blueprint to secure up to £20m investment in town is unveiled

Blueprint to secure up to £20m investment in town is unveiled

14 November 2025

A blueprint to secure up to £20million investment in Lynn over the next decade has been unveiled.


Alleged chocolate thief to appear in court next year

14 November 2025
Alleged chocolate thief to appear in court next year

Alleged chocolate thief to appear in court next year

14 November 2025

A man accused of stealing alcohol, chocolates and groceries has been bailed until the new year.


Exciting plans for new restaurant after popular venue’s closure

13 November 2025
Exciting plans for new restaurant after popular venue’s closure

Exciting plans for new restaurant after popular venue’s closure

13 November 2025

The chef at a popular restaurant which recently closed has announced exciting plans to take on the business.


West Norfolk residents concerned about ‘Government overreach’ with digital ID plans

13 November 2025
West Norfolk residents concerned about ‘Government overreach’ with digital ID plans

West Norfolk residents concerned about ‘Government overreach’ with digital ID plans

13 November 2025

An MP’s survey on plans for proposed digital ID plans has revealed strong opposition in our area amid concerns about “Government overreach”.


Decision on plans for new swimming pool delayed by two months

13 November 2025
Decision on plans for new swimming pool delayed by two months

Decision on plans for new swimming pool delayed by two months

13 November 2025

A decision on plans for a new swimming pool in Lynn has been delayed by two months.


No sign of missing man as police scale back their search

12 November 2025
No sign of missing man as police scale back their search

No sign of missing man as police scale back their search

12 November 2025

Searches for a man who went missing more than three weeks ago are being scaled back.


Police increase patrols to deal with street drinkers ‘causing problems’ at bus station

12 November 2025
Police increase patrols to deal with street drinkers ‘causing problems’ at bus station

Police increase patrols to deal with street drinkers ‘causing problems’ at bus station

12 November 2025

Increased police patrols have been put in place amid concerns about crime and street drinkers at Lynn’s bus station.


Juvenile and three men bailed until next year following robbery

12 November 2025
Juvenile and three men bailed until next year following robbery

Juvenile and three men bailed until next year following robbery

12 November 2025

Four people arrested following a robbery have been bailed until next year.


Young girl dies in hospital following collision

12 November 2025
Young girl dies in hospital following collision

Young girl dies in hospital following collision

12 November 2025

A young girl has tragically died following a collision at the weekend.


‘Robust plans’ to deal with doctor strikes this week

11 November 2025
‘Robust plans’ to deal with doctor strikes this week

‘Robust plans’ to deal with doctor strikes this week

11 November 2025

People are being urged to not delay seeking healthcare if they feel unwell during resident doctor strikes taking place later this week.


23-year-old accused of stealing alcohol, chocolates and groceries

11 November 2025
23-year-old accused of stealing alcohol, chocolates and groceries

23-year-old accused of stealing alcohol, chocolates and groceries

11 November 2025

A man is due in court this morning charged with stealing from shops in Lynn.


‘The biggest cat I’ve seen’: Staff shocked when 10kg feline came into care

10 November 2025
‘The biggest cat I’ve seen’: Staff shocked when 10kg feline came into care

‘The biggest cat I’ve seen’: Staff shocked when 10kg feline came into care

10 November 2025

The biggest cat ever seen at a West Norfolk adoption centre is off to start his new life with owners who are committed to helping him slim down.


Investigation into abandoned trailer and generator

10 November 2025
Investigation into abandoned trailer and generator

Investigation into abandoned trailer and generator

10 November 2025

An investigation continues following a trailer and generator being abandoned on a village road.


World-famous pizza chain coming to town

10 November 2025
World-famous pizza chain coming to town

World-famous pizza chain coming to town

10 November 2025

A world-famous pizza chain has confirmed it will open a new store on the West Norfolk coast.


‘Deprivation doesn’t disappear just because a place looks nice’: Examining worrying statistics in West Norfolk

07 November 2025
‘Deprivation doesn’t disappear just because a place looks nice’: Examining worrying statistics in West Norfolk

‘Deprivation doesn’t disappear just because a place looks nice’: Examining worrying statistics in West Norfolk

07 November 2025

Councillors have had their say on the causes of deprivation in West Norfolk and what can be done to improve people’s lives.

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Assault and dangerous dog case adjourned until next summer

05 November 2025
Assault and dangerous dog case adjourned until next summer

Assault and dangerous dog case adjourned until next summer

05 November 2025

An assault and dangerous dog case has been adjourned until next summer.


New strategy to protect and enhance Norfolk coast

05 November 2025
New strategy to protect and enhance Norfolk coast

New strategy to protect and enhance Norfolk coast

05 November 2025

A new survey will give people the chance to shape how Norfolk’s coastal areas are managed.


Wreath-laying ceremonies to mark Remembrance this weekend

05 November 2025
Wreath-laying ceremonies to mark Remembrance this weekend

Wreath-laying ceremonies to mark Remembrance this weekend

05 November 2025

The annual wreath-laying ceremony will take place to mark Remembrance Sunday in Lynn this Sunday.


A chance to tell police what their priorities should be

05 November 2025
A chance to tell police what their priorities should be

A chance to tell police what their priorities should be

05 November 2025

Norfolk Police has launched a neighbourhood policing survey - a new initiative designed to give residents a voice in shaping local priorities.


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