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Rebekah Chilvers trained on the Lynn News before moving over to launch Suffolk News in 2020 as one of its two news editors.

Girl, 6, left ‘fighting for her life’ with infection after damp and mould issues in home

06 December 2024
Girl, 6, left ‘fighting for her life’ with infection after damp and mould issues in home

Girl, 6, left ‘fighting for her life’ with infection after damp and mould issues in home

06 December 2024

A young girl was left “fighting for her life” after developing a respiratory infection which her mother believes was caused by mould at her home.

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Look back on progress of town’s Lidl as discount store finally opens today

05 December 2024
Look back on progress of town’s Lidl as discount store finally opens today

Look back on progress of town’s Lidl as discount store finally opens today

05 December 2024

It has been years in the making, with plans first mooted in 2020, but today is finally the day that Downham’s Lidl store opens its doors.


Firefighters tackle large blaze at scrap metal business on docks

29 November 2024
Firefighters tackle large blaze at scrap metal business on docks

Firefighters tackle large blaze at scrap metal business on docks

29 November 2024

Dozens of firefighters were called to a large fire at a scrap metal business at a town’s docks on Thursday night.


After-dark trail is back to light up royal estate - here’s what we thought of it

25 November 2024
After-dark trail is back to light up royal estate - here’s what we thought of it

After-dark trail is back to light up royal estate - here’s what we thought of it

25 November 2024

Lighting up Sandringham for another year is the enchanting Luminate trail, which has returned to the Royal Estate for the festive season.


Van collided with police car helping to recover broken-down vehicle on A47

22 November 2024
Van collided with police car helping to recover broken-down vehicle on A47

Van collided with police car helping to recover broken-down vehicle on A47

22 November 2024

A van driver was taken to hospital with serious injuries after his vehicle collided with a police car on the A47 yesterday.


One person taken to hospital after crash on A47 which closed carriageway for hours

22 November 2024
One person taken to hospital after crash on A47 which closed carriageway for hours

One person taken to hospital after crash on A47 which closed carriageway for hours

22 November 2024

One person was taken to hospital after a crash on the A47 on Thursday evening.


Part of A47 expected to be shut for ‘several hours’ after crash

21 November 2024
Part of A47 expected to be shut for ‘several hours’ after crash

Part of A47 expected to be shut for ‘several hours’ after crash

21 November 2024

Motorists are being advised to find alternative routes after a collision.


Students and staff at West Norfolk schools go dotty for annual Children in Need fundraiser

21 November 2024
Students and staff at West Norfolk schools go dotty for annual Children in Need fundraiser

Students and staff at West Norfolk schools go dotty for annual Children in Need fundraiser

21 November 2024

There were spots galore as West Norfolk schools raised funds for this year’s BBC Children in Need appeal last week.


‘Excellent’ book sale boosts children’s hospices cause by more than £3,000

21 November 2024
‘Excellent’ book sale boosts children’s hospices cause by more than £3,000

‘Excellent’ book sale boosts children’s hospices cause by more than £3,000

21 November 2024

A village book sale which has been running for 40 years has boosted a children’s hospice cause by thousands of pounds.


We’re giving you longer to tell us who should be recognised at Mayor’s Business Awards

20 November 2024
We’re giving you longer to tell us who should be recognised at Mayor’s Business Awards

We’re giving you longer to tell us who should be recognised at Mayor’s Business Awards

20 November 2024

We’re giving you a little longer to tell us who you think should be recognised at next year’s West Norfolk Mayor’s Business Awards.


Arrest made over firework which exploded in crowd and injured four at Fawkes in The Walks

15 November 2024
Arrest made over firework which exploded in crowd and injured four at Fawkes in The Walks

Arrest made over firework which exploded in crowd and injured four at Fawkes in The Walks

15 November 2024

A man has been arrested in connection with a firework which exploded in a crowded area during Fawkes in The Walks earlier this month.


Super extensive menu featuring fresh, quality food at coastal restaurant

13 November 2024
Super extensive menu featuring fresh, quality food at coastal restaurant

Super extensive menu featuring fresh, quality food at coastal restaurant

13 November 2024

This week, Rebekah Chilvers reviews a popular restaurant on the coast with her partner and his family.

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Frighteningly funny take on tale of Dracula was perfect entertainment for spooky season - review

06 November 2024
Frighteningly funny take on tale of Dracula was perfect entertainment for spooky season - review

Frighteningly funny take on tale of Dracula was perfect entertainment for spooky season - review

06 November 2024

Audiences enjoyed frighteningly funny entertainment last week as they were treated to a new take on the sinister tale of vampire Count Dracula.


Police inform family of missing Mary after body found at dock

01 November 2024
Police inform family of missing Mary after body found at dock

Police inform family of missing Mary after body found at dock

01 November 2024

Police have informed the family of Mary White that they have found a body at a dock after the 73-year-old went missing at the end of September.


Popular rock bands and indie singer announced for show at royal estate next year

01 November 2024
Popular rock bands and indie singer announced for show at royal estate next year

Popular rock bands and indie singer announced for show at royal estate next year

01 November 2024

A popular rock band have been announced as the next headliners of a series of outdoor concerts at the Royal Sandringham Estate next year.


Free fun day with games, activities, food and drink being hosted at college today

30 October 2024
Free fun day with games, activities, food and drink being hosted at college today

Free fun day with games, activities, food and drink being hosted at college today

30 October 2024

People of all ages are invited to a free fun day at Lynn’s College of West Anglia today.


‘Never in a million years did I think I would win’: Plumber Livvi on ‘amazing’ £90K game show success

28 October 2024
‘Never in a million years did I think I would win’: Plumber Livvi on ‘amazing’ £90K game show success

‘Never in a million years did I think I would win’: Plumber Livvi on ‘amazing’ £90K game show success

28 October 2024

A plumbing lecturer and football coach who scooped £90,000 on a popular game show has said her win feels “amazing”.


Appeal for help to find family of man, 66, who died last week

25 October 2024
Appeal for help to find family of man, 66, who died last week

Appeal for help to find family of man, 66, who died last week

25 October 2024

An appeal has been launched to find the family of a man who has died.


From Exorcist’s House to Devil’s Alley: Ghost tour takes guests on spooky journey though town

25 October 2024
From Exorcist’s House to Devil’s Alley: Ghost tour takes guests on spooky journey though town

From Exorcist’s House to Devil’s Alley: Ghost tour takes guests on spooky journey though town

25 October 2024

From sailors and smugglers to witchcraft and the devil - how many spooky stories about Lynn do you know?


Arrests made after reports of violence involving three people left woman with serious facial injuries

21 October 2024
Arrests made after reports of violence involving three people left woman with serious facial injuries

Arrests made after reports of violence involving three people left woman with serious facial injuries

21 October 2024

Two people have been arrested after police were called to reports of violence involving three people this morning.


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