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Geraldine Scott
Award-winning journalist currently working as Senior Political Correspondent at The Times, London. Previously at PA Media (formerly the Press Association), The Yorkshire Post, and and the Eastern Daily Press.
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William Warnes
• Reporter at PA Media • Former iNews, Eastern Daily Press and East Anglian Daily Times• Former editor of Concrete, UEA's student newspaper
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Danielle Lett
Currently working as a Features Writer at Bauer Media, I am an experienced journalist and writer who has worked across regional newspapers, as well as trade and consumer magazine titles, …
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Dr Feelgood guitarist inspired me to never give up | MUSIC
Kitty Perrin is a singer-songwriter and radio presenter making gorgeous noises in the city of stories. Charles Bliss reports on how young creatives like her play a vital role in the regeneration of our cultural landscape.
Woof! Four-legged friends enjoy this year's Royal Norfolk Show
It is not only a spectacle for agriculture, crafts, and entertainment but also a haven for dog lovers. This year the event saw an impressive turnout of our four-legged friend, who attended with their enthusiastic owners. From small terriers to large retrievers, dogs of all breeds roamed the show grounds, …
Man named after four family members including two young girls found dead
A quiet suburb on the outskirts of Norwich has been left shocked after four people from the same family, including two girls, were found dead at a house. Reporting team William Warnes Bruno Brown, Eleanor Storey, Adam Barker, Francis Redwood.
Norwich booksellers boost community wellbeing with creative events | CULTURE
Creative events such as book clubs and literary festivals are reimagining the role of reading as a social exercise in the aftermath of the pandemic to build healthier communities.
Mother-of-two killed after being kicked by horse
A mother-of-two died after being kicked by her horse as she walked it in a field, a court has heard.
Senior Norfolk Tory tells MPs to topple Rishi Sunak to avoid '10 years of wokeness'
A senior Norfolk Tory has triggered a party row by calling on Tory MPs to oust prime minister Rishi Sunak.
REVEALED: The inside story of controversial Norfolk Tory's downfall
The controversial Conservative parliamentary candidate for Norwich North stepped down after a series of rows, following discussions with senior figures in the national party.
School reports Tory to party over ‘inappropriate and incendiary’ comments at hustings
A Norfolk school has become embroiled in an extraordinary row with its local Conservative parliamentary candidate over comments he made at a hustings it hosted.
Tory MP candidate resigns just THREE WEEKS after being selected
The Conservative candidate for Norwich North has resigned just three weeks after being selected.
Astronaut enthrals city audience with his tales of life in space
He spent more than a year in space and now astronaut Michael Foale has splashed down in Norwich to speak to a fascinated audience at the UEA.
Norfolk MPs united in support of government's ticket office U-turn
MPs across Norfolk have reacted to the government's U-turn on the mass closure of railway station ticket offices.
'A huge step forward' - Norwich's first electric bus fleet launched
Norwich transport took a step into the future as the fleet’s new electric buses were officially launched. The new era kicked off with the Pink Line number 11, ferrying passengers from the hospital into the city centre.
Parish council's threat to car giant over staff's late night 'Lotus Rally'
An £8m bid to redevelop Lotus' site at Hethel could be in doubt after the parish council threatened to derail it as part of an escalating dispute over company staff speeding through the village.
Meet Lozeak - the Norfolk-born singer with 600,000 TikTok followers
Lauren Eakins, who grew up in Poringland, near Norwich, has 600,000 followers on the social media platform and released her debut single Word Vomit in 2021. Her alt-pop sound has amassed her an army of fans and she headlined at the Camden Assembly earlier this year. She told Kerrang: "Ever …
Boy stabbed at city school
Police were called to the City of Norwich School in Eaton Road at 2.15pm today after reports that a boy had been stabbed with a tail comb. Officers attended along with three crews from the East of England Ambulance Service and the East Anglian Air Ambulance The boy was taken …
Libraries hailed as 'vital community hubs' as funding battles continue | COMMUNITY
The crucial impact of Norfolk’s libraries on public health, the arts and the local economy has been highlighted amid the continued fight for funding.
Village hall SAVED as controversial demolition plans unanimously refused
The battle to save a much-loved village hall on the outskirts of Norwich has been won after controversial plans to demolish the site were unanimously refused.
Row erupts over 'awful proposal' to demolish historic village hall
A row has erupted over a tiny village hall in Arminghall which could be demolished to make way for a bungalow.
This is Norwich's signature sandwich according to viral TikTok video
TikTok user Big Nibbles (@bignibblescooks) chose crab, samphire and tartare sauce for the city's sandwich filling for his video series touring UK towns and cities and creating a themed bap. However, the owner of Logan's sandwich bar, Anthea McNamara, thinks that a proper Norwich sarnie must include part of the …
Norwich student to star in HUGE Netflix show
Ansu Njai will reprise his role as Rowmando in the fifth series of Top Boy, acting alongside famous faces including pioneer Grime artist Kano and Ashley Walters of So Solid Crew fame. The 22-year-old graduated from Norwich University of the Arts in May this year, with the actor posting on …
'Like the wild west!': 2am Lotus shift changes driving neighbours around the bend
Roaring engines are the attraction for many Lotus customers but some of the company's neighbours have been upset by the 'wild west' created by the sports car firm's staff.
£160m boost for 'world leading' Norwich Research Park
The Earlham Institute, John Innes Centre and Quadrum Institute has secured £163.9m over five years, which is more than 40% of a wider investment from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC).
'I live on £13k a year': Why alternative styles of living are on the rise | LIFESTYLE
As the cost of living crisis exacerbates the isolation felt during the pandemic, some people are exploring different ways of living together.
£270,000 windfall for tyre mountain owner who still hasn't cleared eyesore site
Roger Gawn estimates he will be paid around £120,000 for the used rubber on the site near Fakenham, because the war in Ukraine has pushed up the global prices of oil and oil-derived products. Before the price hikes, it would have cost him £150,000 to have it taken away. The …
‘I signed a disclaimer saying I wouldn't make nuclear weapons’ | LIFESTYLE
Charles Bliss interviews Dr Dan Self, chairman of the Breckland Astronomical Observatory, to discuss the mind-blowing multiplicities of outer space.
I tried sensory deprivation – This is what happened | EXPERIENCE
Charles Bliss goes on a voyage to inner space at Float Norwich, where sensory deprivation tanks and a cryogenic chamber offer a unique wellness retreat.
'I'm very used to Norwich - it was exciting and just so different to London'
Danielle Lett chats to founding father of punk John Lydon about his love of Norfolk, going back on tour and dabbling in NFTs
John Lydon excited to play in Norfolk - the county where he grew up
Danielle Lett chats to the founding father of punk about his love of Norfolk, going back on tour, and dabbling in NFTs
11 ways to save money right now if you live on your own
Find out how make your money go further as prices are set to skyrocket