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‘It is not just about getting your hair cut, it’s about having that bit of time to rest’: salon promotes health and wellbeing

A salon in Lynn is trying to bust the stereotype of a hairdressers being a loud and busy place as it aims to improve their clients’ health and wellbeing.GH Hair Design on St Ann’s Fort, which has recently celebrated its 12th anniversary, has mindfulness at the forefront of what it does - as well as cutting hair.The team introduced a relaxation room after moving premises in 2020, as well as the opportunity for clients to receive a number of well-beingRead More

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Unexploded bomb discovered at town port

A disposal team is en-route to a town port after an unexploded bomb was discovered.Norfolk Police received reports of an unexploded ordinance device at Lynn Port at 1.28pm this afternoon, and a cordon has been put in place as a precaution.One source told the Lynn News that nearby buildings have been evacuated and that a large police presence had arrived.The unexploded device has been reported at Lynn PortThe police’s Explosive Ordinance Disposal team are expected to arrive at the sceneRead More

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Local News

Police want to speak to this man after mountain bike stolen from town centre

Police have shared a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the theft of a bicycle.Officers said a ladies Challenger mountain bike was stolen from outside a business on Broad Street in Lynn on Wednesday, September 27 at around 4.20pm.Anyone who recognises this man should contact Sgt Darryl Grief at Lynn Police Station on 101 quoting reference 36/69515/23.Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection withRead More

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Local News

New look for bus service

One of the area’s main bus services has been given a total refresh.The Stagecoach 505 service which runs a service between Lynn and Spalding every 30 minutes has been given a new look.The newly painted and refurbished buses have re-trimmed seating, low-floor wheelchair access, LED destination displays and USB charging points for a more comfortable journey.The new-look 505 bus which runs between Spalding and King's LynnRoadside signage along the route has been updated to provide clear stops and timetable information.NorfolkRead More

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Local News

Model railway day is taking place at a church in town

If you are a train enthusiast, then this event taking place in Lynn later this month might interest you.A model railway day is being held at London Road Methodist Church on Saturday, October 14.On the day there will be a coffee morning from 10am-noon and the exhibition will be open 10am-3.30pm and entry is £3 each.A model railway day is taking placeThere will be refreshments available.For more information contact 01553 631820.

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Local News

Harry, 11, gives ‘performance of a lifetime’ as he receives standing ovation at rock show

A young boy from Snettisham’s dreams came true when he received a standing ovation after being invited to play the drums alongside a rock band in Lynn last week.Harry Murrell, 11, who is a pupil at Smithdon High School in Hunstanton, has a passion for all things music – playing the drums, acoustic and electric guitar, and singing.So, when he went to the Rock For Heroes show at Lynn’s Alive Corn Exchange last Thursday with his mum Debbie Murrell andRead More

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Sport

Hugh, 12, ready to take racing career up another gear

A Lynn youngster is ready to take his sporting career up another gear as he aims to make his mark on the national karting scene.Hugh Hobson, 12, only stepped into a kart three years ago but is now competing for the Sodi UK factory team as he continues his remarkable rise on the track."For me, this year has been about gaining experience and entering lots of different competitions and championships at various different levels," said Hugh, who hasn't looked backRead More

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Local News

QEH volunteer recognised at star-studded awards

A volunteer at Lynn’s Queen Elizabeth Hospital has been recognised for his work as ‘The Wednesday Wonderer’ at Channel 4 awards ceremony alongside the stars.John Tripp, 70, is a former royal artillery soldier who has been volunteering at the QEH children’s ward for 26 years.He was nominated for ‘The Sun’s Who Cares Wins Awards’ by ward clerk Sharon Barrett, 46, and play specialist Sophie Carter, 27, who also attended the ceremony in London on September 24.Jim is also a formerRead More

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Sport

Terrington and Docking maintain unbeaten records

Terrington and Docking are now the only two undefeated sides in Division One as the former inflicted Reffley to their first loss of the season.The tightly-contested 1-0 victory was sealed by star man, Kodie Turvey who made it four goals in three games.Docking’s win was more one-sided as they left Ingoldisthorpe Reserves with a 4-0 scoreline.James Pollard of the NWNFL with Ian Prentice, Dersingham Rovers and KLSC playersTheir goals came from a Liam Spooner brace, James Davies and Matthew Skene.ClenchwartonRead More

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