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Footpaths could be closed for six months as part of ‘significant’ work on Main Drain

Footpaths could be closed for six months as part of ‘significant’ work on Main Drain

Footpaths could be closed for six months as part of ‘significant’ work on Main Drain

04 October 2024

The “most significant work” to take place on the Main Drain since St Germans Pumping Station was built is kicking off this month.


More toilet paper and excrement flows into rare chalk stream

More toilet paper and excrement flows into rare chalk stream

More toilet paper and excrement flows into rare chalk stream

04 October 2024

Problems with sewage flowing into a rare chalk stream have returned to a village despite work to prevent the problem.


Two schools close as pump failure leaves some residents without water

Two schools close as pump failure leaves some residents without water

Two schools close as pump failure leaves some residents without water

04 October 2024

Two schools have closed as a pump failure has left some residents without water this morning.


Backlash against town development results in nearly 100 objections

Backlash against town development results in nearly 100 objections

Backlash against town development results in nearly 100 objections

04 October 2024

A developer’s hopes of building 26 homes have prompted a growing backlash that has generated nearly 100 objections.


36-home development set for approval despite overpopulation concerns

36-home development set for approval despite overpopulation concerns

36-home development set for approval despite overpopulation concerns

04 October 2024

A developer’s bid to build 36 village homes is set for approval despite objections from people who worry the population is growing too quickly.


Key road nearly one metre under water as flooding worsens

Key road nearly one metre under water as flooding worsens

Key road nearly one metre under water as flooding worsens

02 October 2024

Drivers have been advised to find an alternative route for the rest of the week due to heavy flooding on a key road.


Photographer helps wildlife with fungi-inspired upcycling project

Photographer helps wildlife with fungi-inspired upcycling project

Photographer helps wildlife with fungi-inspired upcycling project

02 October 2024

A wildlife photographer is encouraging others to help the county’s animals this winter as her upcycle project has proven a success.


Calls for ‘dangerous’ tree to be trimmed before it goes ‘up and up and up’

Calls for ‘dangerous’ tree to be trimmed before it goes ‘up and up and up’

Calls for ‘dangerous’ tree to be trimmed before it goes ‘up and up and up’

01 October 2024

Councillors have called for a “dangerous” tree outside of their town centre meeting place to be trimmed down.

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Controversial booking system for tips to go live in November

Controversial booking system for tips to go live in November

Controversial booking system for tips to go live in November

30 September 2024

A new system which will require people to book a slot at the tip is set to go live at the start of November.


Celebrations after record season for fledging chicks from threatened species

Celebrations after record season for fledging chicks from threatened species

Celebrations after record season for fledging chicks from threatened species

27 September 2024

A project to protect a species of bird which has undergone a severe decline in recent years is celebrating its best season yet.


‘Breeding like there is no tomorrow’: Major rat infestation leaves young mother terrified

‘Breeding like there is no tomorrow’: Major rat infestation leaves young mother terrified

‘Breeding like there is no tomorrow’: Major rat infestation leaves young mother terrified

26 September 2024

A young mother has been left petrified by a rat infestation at her home - and has slammed her housing association for failing to take action.


‘Distressed’ residents put at ease as park’s flooding problems are finally over

‘Distressed’ residents put at ease as park’s flooding problems are finally over

‘Distressed’ residents put at ease as park’s flooding problems are finally over

25 September 2024

After years of flooding at a village park, work has finally been completed which will allow it to be accessible during the winter months.


‘Rotting’ whale carcass is buried more than a month after dying on beach

‘Rotting’ whale carcass is buried more than a month after dying on beach

‘Rotting’ whale carcass is buried more than a month after dying on beach

25 September 2024

A “rotting” whale carcass has been buried after washing up on a village beach last month.


Bid to revamp riverside footpath can proceed after funding U-turn

Bid to revamp riverside footpath can proceed after funding U-turn

Bid to revamp riverside footpath can proceed after funding U-turn

24 September 2024

A bid to revamp a riverside footpath can take a major step forward following a U-turn over the £287,000 needed to bring it to fruition.


People urged to stay safe as flood warnings are issued across West Norfolk

People urged to stay safe as flood warnings are issued across West Norfolk

People urged to stay safe as flood warnings are issued across West Norfolk

20 September 2024

People have been urged to stay safe this weekend after a series of flood warnings were issued across West Norfolk.


Calls for residents to help keep town tidy

Calls for residents to help keep town tidy

Calls for residents to help keep town tidy

17 September 2024

Do you live in Swaffham and want to make a difference? Now could be your chance.


Latest designs for masterplan to transform entrance to Lynn are unveiled

Latest designs for masterplan to transform entrance to Lynn are unveiled

Latest designs for masterplan to transform entrance to Lynn are unveiled

17 September 2024

The latest designs for a masterplan to transform the Southgates area of Lynn have been unveiled.

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Multi-billion pound plan for port in The Wash could be operational by 2031

Multi-billion pound plan for port in The Wash could be operational by 2031

Multi-billion pound plan for port in The Wash could be operational by 2031

17 September 2024

The man behind a multi-billion pound plan for a port in The Wash says the major scheme could be operational by 2031.

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Dogs accused of damaging vital sea defences along coastline

Dogs accused of damaging vital sea defences along coastline

Dogs accused of damaging vital sea defences along coastline

13 September 2024

Dogs have been accused of damaging vital sea defences along a vulnerable section of coastline.


Renowned artist’s works at wetland centre

Renowned artist’s works at wetland centre

Renowned artist’s works at wetland centre

13 September 2024

An awe-inspiring autumn awaits visitors to the wetlands at WWT Welney as artist Ann Biggs kicks off the season with her beautiful gallery.


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