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Tributes paid to Trevor, 81, who was ‘popular’ traffic warden

16 December 2024
Tributes paid to Trevor, 81, who was ‘popular’ traffic warden

Tributes paid to Trevor, 81, who was ‘popular’ traffic warden

16 December 2024

Traffic wardens are not always known for smiley faces but judging by the warm tributes paid at this funeral, Trevor was the exception to the rule.


‘Thank you for letting me be part of your lives’: Minister to move on to pastures new

12 July 2024
‘Thank you for letting me be part of your lives’: Minister to move on to pastures new

‘Thank you for letting me be part of your lives’: Minister to move on to pastures new

12 July 2024

It has been a time of mixed emotions for the leader of a West Norfolk Methodist church as he leaves the area to take up a new appointment.


‘It’s an honour to expand on legacy’: DIY shop marks 75 years serving town

17 May 2024
‘It’s an honour to expand on legacy’: DIY shop marks 75 years serving town

‘It’s an honour to expand on legacy’: DIY shop marks 75 years serving town

17 May 2024

A builders and DIY store has come a long way since brothers set up the business with just one handbarrow and a small assortment of tools in 1949.


‘A dream come true’: New cafe, restaurant and bar officially opens in town

29 June 2023
‘A dream come true’: New cafe, restaurant and bar officially opens in town

‘A dream come true’: New cafe, restaurant and bar officially opens in town

29 June 2023

An Eastern European family have combined their love of people and food by opening a new restaurant.

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Church’s summer fair raises funds

25 June 2023
Church’s summer fair raises funds

Church’s summer fair raises funds

25 June 2023

A variety of stalls had something for everyone at a summer church fundraising fair.


Lunch club for elderly needs more people to keep it going

04 April 2023
Lunch club for elderly needs more people to keep it going

Lunch club for elderly needs more people to keep it going

04 April 2023

It was a bitter-sweet occasion when a long-established West Norfolk elderly folks lunch club held its 56th birthday celebration.


Elaine, 101, is VIP as she opens up fair

23 March 2023
Elaine, 101, is VIP as she opens up fair

Elaine, 101, is VIP as she opens up fair

23 March 2023

The oldest member of a West Norfolk church community became a VIP when she officially opened its fundraising Spring Fair.


Royal fan Mary’s best gift will be to see Charles crowned in her 90th year

07 February 2023
Royal fan Mary’s best gift will be to see Charles crowned in her 90th year

Royal fan Mary’s best gift will be to see Charles crowned in her 90th year

07 February 2023

Chats with the late Queen and wedding cake from Camilla, Queen Consort, have been part and parcel of a colourful life for royal watcher Mary Relph.


What happened to Reis Leming after he collapsed after saving 27 people?

04 February 2023
What happened to Reis Leming after he collapsed after saving 27 people?

What happened to Reis Leming after he collapsed after saving 27 people?

04 February 2023

Richard Parr tells the story of how hotelier Dot Smith helped young airman Reis Leming during the 1953 floods.


New church rector ‘looking forward to learning about community’

23 September 2022
New church rector ‘looking forward to learning about community’

New church rector ‘looking forward to learning about community’

23 September 2022

A new chapter in the life, worship and mission of a church began this week with the official welcome of new rector, Rev Kyla Sorensen.


Hotel to host 100th birthday celebration for King's Lynn's Elaine today

17 September 2021
Hotel to host 100th birthday celebration for King's Lynn's Elaine today

Hotel to host 100th birthday celebration for King's Lynn's Elaine today

17 September 2021

A long-serving church choir member can let others sing for her on her special day.


Opinion: Debenhams loss is hard to bear for King's Lynn

18 July 2020
Opinion: Debenhams loss is hard to bear for King's Lynn

Opinion: Debenhams loss is hard to bear for King's Lynn

18 July 2020

Some personal thoughts on the demise of the iconic High Street store.


Dementia café in King's Lynn given birthday boost by lodge

21 March 2020
Dementia café in King's Lynn given birthday boost by lodge

Dementia café in King's Lynn given birthday boost by lodge

21 March 2020

A drop-in café supporting people with dementia and their carers has been given an early first birthday present.


Permanent tribute to bar owner who brought tastes of Italy to King's Lynn

17 February 2020
Permanent tribute to bar owner who brought tastes of Italy to King's Lynn

Permanent tribute to bar owner who brought tastes of Italy to King's Lynn

17 February 2020

A former Italian naval officer who became a popular businessman in West Norfolk will be remembered at a ceremony later this week.


Tributes paid to ex-councillor Toni Dutton, 97

28 January 2020
Tributes paid to ex-councillor Toni Dutton, 97

Tributes paid to ex-councillor Toni Dutton, 97

28 January 2020

Long-serving former Norfolk County councillor, Joan Dutton, has died at the age of 97 with the funeral set to take place this week.


Gaywood community groups stage Christmas celebrations at church venue

22 December 2019
Gaywood community groups stage Christmas celebrations at church venue

Gaywood community groups stage Christmas celebrations at church venue

22 December 2019

A community venue hosted two popular organisations' seasonal celebrations back to back on the same day.


Vital funds raised at King's Lynn church's festive fair

26 November 2019
Vital funds raised at King's Lynn church's festive fair

Vital funds raised at King's Lynn church's festive fair

26 November 2019

Crowds were out in force as a town church hosted its traditional festive fundraiser at the weekend.


Review: Thursford Christmas Spectacular

11 November 2019
Review: Thursford Christmas Spectacular

Review: Thursford Christmas Spectacular

11 November 2019

It's as popular as ever ... the show that makes Christmas.


Review: Charlie Landsborough, King's Lynn Corn Exchange

28 October 2019
Review: Charlie Landsborough, King's Lynn Corn Exchange

Review: Charlie Landsborough, King's Lynn Corn Exchange

28 October 2019

A country star has bid a fond farewell to a town he has come to love.


The Importance of Being Earnest by KLODS review

21 October 2019
The Importance of Being Earnest by KLODS review

The Importance of Being Earnest by KLODS review

21 October 2019

Oscar Wilde's famous 19th century comedy of manners and social etiquette was brought to life in Lynn.


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