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Norwich shopping area named in top 10 hotspots for independent stores
A bustling shopping area in Norwich has been named as one of the top 10 hotspots for independent shops. With more than 500 independent shops, bars, eateries and music venues crammed into its Medieval streets, Norwich Lanes earned a place on the
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Victorian carousel from blockbuster films coming to city this Christmas
Take a trip on a Victorian carousel in Norwich over the festive period and get transported back in time. The traditional fairground ride will be outside The Forum in the city centre from December 20 2024 to January 1 2025. It will be open
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Edwardian home with acre of woodland on sale for £950k
An Edwardian home surrounded by an acre of woodland and in a desirable quiet village has hit the market. The kitchen space at the home (Image: Strutt and Parker) Called Hampson House, the three storey coach house boasts period features throughout
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First look at city suburb's new £11m GP surgery ahead of 2025 opening
The first images of how a city suburb’s new £11 million health hub will look have been released. The Rackheath Medical Centre is roughly a month and a half into development and will deliver 16,000 square feet of "state of the art" facilities to
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Norwich dealer running ‘LittleZ’ drugs line jailed
A Norwich man has been jailed for selling heroin and crack cocaine via the ‘LittleZ’ drugs line. Neil Brewster, 42, of Penn Grove in Norwich, appeared at Norwich Crown Court on November 8 after pleading guilty to being concerned in the supply of
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See inside city's first Taco Bell as restaurant opens in Norwich Lanes
A fast-food giant has finally opened its doors to customers in Norwich. Taco Bell has launched in London Street and is the first branch to open in Norfolk. The new location serves fan favourites like the Crunchwrap Supreme, Crunchy Taco Supreme
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Norwich bar to offer 1P PINTS for one day only
A bar in the Norwich Lanes will offer 1p pints as a "tongue-in-cheek" response to the government's autumn budget. Bring your loose change to Dick's Bar in Bedford Street from 4pm this Thursday, November 21. There are no conditions and you
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Birth of first child triggered decline in teacher's mental health prior to death
The devastated wife of a teacher who went missing on his 37th birthday has said the birth of their first child triggered a decline in his mental health. Anthony Hill, who was diagnosed with mixed anxiety and depressive disorder in 2020, went missing
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'You can't beat that' - City chippy offers 50pc off food
A city chippy is offering 50pc off its signature dishes in a deal that has left folk impressed with its value. Deep Blue, a fish and chips chain store in Drayton High Road, has announced that it will be offering 50pc off all its fish and chips
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New Domino's takeaway opening in city suburb with free pizza to celebrate
A new Domino's takeaway is opening on the outskirts of Norwich and there will be free pizza for customers to celebrate. It will open at Unit 7 at Bowthorpe Shopping Centre on Monday, November 25 2024 at 11am. There will be a ribbon-cutting
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Kids eat free offer at Norwich Theatre Royal during panto season
Make the magic of panto last even longer by enjoying a meal in Norwich Theatre Royal's Prelude restaurant. This year's show is Aladdin and it runs from December 7 2024 to January 5 2025. A festive menu will be available, with two courses for
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New shop preparing to open in Norwich Lanes
An independent shop is set to open in Norwich Lanes which will sell handmade products created by Norfolk artisans. Arts and crafts shop, Elsie B, will offer a range of clothing, jewellery, homeware and stationary goods. The shop is owned by
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Stirring Christmas advert filmed in Norfolk leaves viewers divided
A new charity Christmas advert filmed in Norwich has left audiences divided. Animal rights organisation PETA has created a short feature focusing on what happens to animals during the festive period, filmed at Norwich’s Hillside Animal Sanctuary
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Opening date revealed for huge new funeral home in city suburb
The opening date for a huge new funeral home and service hall in the city suburbs has been revealed. The East of England Cooperative Funeral Services has taken over the former Lidl in Drayton Road and will be open early next month. From December
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Outrage at city school after its toilet policy led to a student wetting himself
A city high school is under fire over its policy to lock toilet doors after it led to an 11-year-old student wetting himself in front of his classmates. Hellesdon High School, which is part of the Wensum Trust, has enraged parents over the incident
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Popular brunch spot which closed a month ago to reopen after rebrand
A popular NR3 brunch spot that closed last month will soon reopen with a new name, menu and opening hours. The Hashery, formerly located in St Augustine's Street, shut in late October with a farewell party as owners Helen and Steve "celebrated
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City marks nearly 30 years since famous chocolate factory closed
For more than 100 years the aroma of chocolate would waft daily across the city centre. The source of the smell was the Rowntrees factory – where Rolos, Yorkies, Caramacs and easter eggs were made - in what is now Chantry Place. It is 30 years
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Norwich Evening News readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive annual offer of £25 for all of 2025, which is more than 50pc off the full price, during our limited-time promotion. Alternatively, you can subscribe for
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Building firm donates £1,000 to support City’s cerebral palsy football team
Norwich City’s cerebral palsy football team has received a £1,000 donation. The donation, from housebuilders Persimmon Homes Anglia, will help the team expand and provide more support for players travelling to matches and training. The club
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Children invited to design the Norwich Evening News 2024 Christmas card
The Norwich Evening News is inviting children to design its 2024 Christmas card. The winning design will receive a £100 Smyths Toys gift card. All children are encouraged to get creative, with designs accepted in both hand-drawn and computer-generated
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Fond farewell planned for city music legend Albert Cooper
The funeral service for one of Norfolk’s most popular musicians, Albert Cooper, will take place at St John’s Catholic Cathedral in Norwich, where he was a choirboy in the 1940s, on Friday November 29 at 10am. It will be followed by burial at Earlham
