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Progress on jewel in crown

In the Talk of the Town column, a Town Deal Board member gives an update on progress of plans to increase visitors.

Borough shows green credentials

Awards handed out by Keep Britain Tidy for five parks and green spaces which are looked after by borough public open space staff and volunteers.

A handmaid’s tale of holiday games – Beake Speaks

'We quickly regretted the decision with people shouting: Are you nuns, or asking if we were Victorian' – Jenny Beake regrets some fancy dress.

It's beer festival time – Bar Man

Jeff Hoyle believes that with Hanse Day, boats, mods, classic cars and more, it seems there is something happening every weekend over the summer.

The car button you should always switch on in a heatwave

With motorists driving in sweltering temperatures, car experts say there is one tiny button in a vehicle that car owners should switch on.

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

The Perseids meteor shower, one of the best of the year, will peak this week but is competing for space in the sky with the last supermoon of 2022.

New apartment development, USAF and more discussed in Turnstone

The closure of a cold war base and feedback from a reader are among the topics in and around Hunstanton.

Affordable fine fizz has improved says wine guru

Downham expert Giles Luckett examines Cava and sparkling wines for best tasting and value in Wine O'Clock.

Lionesses restore joy to sport – Wensum

Fakenham's Wensum columnist hopes the Euro 2022 triumph will help inspire people – especially women – to exercise.

Can readers put a name to the face of a bowls player?

Lookbacks from Roydon, a Great Massingham visit from Ken ‘they think it’s all over’ Wolstenholme and Stow Bridge are among Memory Lane highlights.

Why grey water can save your garden and 8 other water saving tips

With drought-like conditions across the county, here's 9 ways to save water while still caring for your home and garden.

Shame to say goodbye to library but new hub welcome

Washed Up's Sarah Juggins says as we swelter in 30C heat, libraries are sanctuaries of cool and calm and hopes hub will be good for the community.

Beake Speaks takes a timely sporty break

Columnist Jenny Beake on the Lionesses, Commonwealth Games and taking a timely sporty break ... but she can't stand football.

Exceptional heat good for butterflies

Nature columnist says temperatures up to 40 degrees plus lack of rain have been a headache for farmers, gardeners and local wildlife.

Why are White Horse pubs so named?

Apparently it's to do with the royal house of Hanover and a King George connection, explains our Bar Man columnist.

When can my child get a Saturday or summer job?

With youngsters not currently at school there may be more talk of Saturday and summer jobs but what are the rules for children wanting work?

Free horticultural show is green-lit

There will be 100 classes exhibited for flowers, vegetables, pot plants, domestics, arts and crafts plus a junior section on Saturday, August 13.

Writing Wensum columns since 1985 a great local history source

In the 1980s swapping roles with his wife to stay at home with children aged 6 and 2 while she returned to teaching science was a Lynn News story.

Chance meeting with Greevegate visitors in quiet town centre

Columnist Turnstone meets a couple trying to work out where the station had been situated before its closure and demolition.

Kate Bush almost tripped Queen Mother - Memory Lane

A 5-year-old wanted to attract the Queen Mum’s attention, while the rest of the day was a quieter celebration. Swaffham and Downham also feature.

14 quick and easy ways to use less gas and electricity

With energy bills set to rise to record levels here's 14 quick and easy ways you can start making savings today.

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Lifestyle

Progress on jewel in crown

Borough shows green credentials

Borough shows green credentials

A handmaid’s tale of holiday games – Beake Speaks

A handmaid’s tale of holiday games – Beake Speaks

It's beer festival time – Bar Man

It's beer festival time – Bar Man

The car button you should always switch on in a heatwave

The car button you should always switch on in a heatwave

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

New apartment development, USAF and more discussed in Turnstone

New apartment development, USAF and more discussed in Turnstone

Affordable fine fizz has improved says wine guru