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Former Linnets boss appointed as manager of Aldershot Town

Former King's Lynn Town manager Tommy Widdrington has been unveiled as the new manager of Aldershot Town.Widdrington's appointment at the National League strugglers comes less than 24 hours after his unexpected departure from The Walks.A statement from Aldershot Town an hour ago read: "Aldershot Town Football Club can confirm that Ross McNeilly has been relieved of his temporary duties as first-team manager and will return to his former role of Academy manager.Former Linnets manager Tommy Widdrington who has been confirmedRead More

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Sport

Alfie nets opening-game treble in convincing win for Lynn team

Under-17 rink hockey players from Lynn were in fine goalscoring form in their final tournament of the season.Lynn’s young-guns found the back of the net 13 times in three games at Letchworth as they completed a busy campaign on the rink.Lynn’s first game came against host outfit Letchworth Whites.Under-17s (63289215)In a strong start to the tournament, goals from Alfie Poppy (2) and Billy Davey put Lynn 3-0 up going into the interval.Poppy went on to complete his hat-trick after theRead More

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National News

Public authorities to get a free official portrait of the King

Places like councils, courts, schools and police forces will be offered one An £8 million government-funded scheme is offering public authorities the chance to claim a free portrait of the King. Councils, courts, schools, police forces and fire and rescue services will be among the UK institutions across that will be offered a new official portrait photograph. The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Oliver Dowden, said the portrait, which has yet to be released, will “serve as a visible reminderRead More

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National News

Home Secretary insists Brexit not to blame for Port of Dover delays

Suella Braverman says it would not be fair to view the delays as “an adverse effect of Brexit” Home Secretary Suella Braverman has rejected suggestions that Brexit could be the cause of delays at the Port of Dover as passengers on the Easter getaway faced long queues. Extra sailings were run overnight to try and clear the backlog, which has left passengers stuck in traffic for hours, but by Sunday morning the port estimated some travellers could still face waitsRead More

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National News

Pope Francis leads Palm Sunday Mass after hospital stay

It's the first ceremony that the 86 year old has presided at after being treated for bronchitis Pope Francis battled a hoarse voice and was bundled up in a thick coat as he presided over a Mass in St Peter’s Square before tens of thousands of faithful on Palm Sunday, a day after he left hospital following treatment for bronchitis. The sun broke through the clouds during the Mass, one of the longest services on the church’s calendar, as Francis,Read More

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Sport

Ryston Runners members bag two age category wins

Fortunately for the 20 Ryston Runners taking part in the 2023 Wymondham 20 mile race on Sunday, the early morning rain stopped in time for them all to enjoy relatively good conditions for their races.This “traditional” event, for those taking part in the London Marathon next month, gives competitors a last longish distance test before tapering down.There were two category winners from the club, Lesley Robins F50 and Malcolm Tuff M55, the latter breaking a long standing club age groupRead More

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National News

Star studded Olivier Awards 2023 to celebrate best of British theatre

Jodie Comer and Paul Mescal lead the nominations Jodie Comer and Paul Mescal are among the nominees for the top gongs at the Olivier Awards 2023. Stars of the West End will celebrate the best of British theatre at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday hosted by Ted Lasso actress Hannah Waddingham. A new stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s 1988 animated film My Neighbour Totoro leads the pack with nine nominations, with star Mei Mac nominated for best actress. SheRead More

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