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Platinum Jubilee Stakes to be run in honour of the late Queen

The Platinum Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot has been renamed in honour of the late Queen and will now be known as The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes. The late Queen’s love of racing and passion for breeding was rewarded with Classic success in all of the major British races except the Derby, but it is the Royal meeting in June which she became synonymous with. She entered with winner’s

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National News

No concerns about Richard Sharps integrity while he was BBC chairman review

There were “no concerns” about Richard Sharp’s integrity while he was BBC chairman, a BBC conflicts of interest review commissioned after he was embroiled in a cronyism row involving Boris Johnson has found. The former Goldman Sachs banker and Conservative party donor resigned from his role at the corporation last month over helping the former prime minister secure an £800,000 loan facility. He will stand down at the end of

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National News

Gaffer Stormzy makes his Soccer Aid managing debut

British musician Stormzy will make his Soccer Aid debut when he steps on to the pitch as the manager of the England side, it has been announced. The Vossi Bop singer, 29, and Manchester United fan will be assisted by former Spurs boss Harry Redknapp, Chelsea women boss Emma Hayes and Line Of Duty star Vicky McClure, who are all part of the England management team for the charity event.

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Local News

New train timetable will bring half-hourly departures during peak times

In the latest update of train times, it has been announced that a significant number of extra trains will run into Lynn.It’s good news for commuters in Lynn as Greater Northern timetable changes which will become effective as of May 21 will see five services during peak hours extended into the town.This will mean that during peak times, there will be half-hourly trains leaving from Lynn, heading to London King’s

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Local News

Historic pub set to reopen this summer after years of uncertainty

A historic town pub could open its doors once again this summer after being bought over by a lover of old buildings.The Lattice House in Lynn, which dates back to medieval times, has been purchased by town resident and businessman James Lee.The Chapel Street venue closed down last August after its licensees opted to leave the business.The Lattice House, on Chapel Street in LynnA number of faces have come and

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Sport

Stars travel to Leicester in Premiership

KING’S Lynn return to Premiership action after a ten-day break when they visit top-flight newcomers Leicester tomorrow night (7.30pm).The MacInnes Stars have lost their opening two away matches in the league, at Wolverhampton and Ipswich, and are looking for better as they make the trip to the East Midlands.The Lions have been inconsistent so far in 2023, having been beaten on their own circuit by Ipswich in the KO Cup

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Sport

Snellings Norfolk National won by David Pipe

The fifth running of the Snellings Norfolk National at Fakenham produced the most exciting finish of the day with three horses vying for the lead from the final fence.The photo finish resulted in the David Pipe-trained Duc de Beauchene ridden by Fergus Gilliard placing first by a head from Jony Max under Ellis Collier, closely followed by long-time leader Wake Up Early ridden by Cillin Leonard.Last year’s winner Tommie Beau

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Local News

Head teacher re-bailed following arrest outside of school

The head teacher of a Lynn school who was arrested on suspicion of a stalking offence has been re-bailed.Greg Hill, the head of Howard Junior School in Gaywood, was taken into custody on March 6 after being apprehended outside the school building.He has denied allegations of stalking another adult and resisting or obstructing an officer in the execution of their duty, but was suspended from his role following the arrest.Howard

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National News

Hit makers Duran Duran handed top Birmingham civic award

Multi-platinum hit-makers Duran Duran have added a top civic award from home city Birmingham to their vast collection of accolades, calling it “quite an honour”. The synth pop pioneers, who have just completed a UK tour, were handed a Lord Mayor’s Award ahead of their May 5 homecoming show at the city’s Utilita Arena. Councillor Maureen Cornish, Lord Mayor of Birmingham, was pictured back stage with current line-up, Simon Le

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John Lewis boss to face confidence vote over leadership

The boss of the John Lewis Partnership is set to face a confidence vote on her future after criticism of the leadership of the retail giant. It comes after Dame Sharon White, chairwoman of the business which runs the department store chain and supermarket arm Waitrose, said the group is considering options for its future after reports that it could bring in outside investment. However, industry leaders such as Mary

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