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After qualifying in nursing some 20 years ago, a group of nurses who became friends through the course have kept in touch and met for their friendship anniversary.Kim Mcveigh said: “We went our separate ways, but always had a link back to the group.“Two years ago, after messaging on a social platform, a reunion was planned for our 20 years anniversary.Kim Mcveigh with nurses' reunion 2023 at the Ffolkes Arms,

Examiners at the Norfolk Music Festival in Norwich were singing the praises of Lynn’s Greyfriars Academy pupils who came out top.The festival is a showcase for any type of instrument or singing, from school choirs to rock bands.Janet Moyle, deputy head, said: “At the event, Greyfriars Academy came out top.Greyfriars Academy attended the Norfolk Music Festival. Janet Moyle, deputy head, pictured at back“ Our grading was outstanding, an exceptional performance,

A youth and retraining project has a fresh new name and look, thanks to the efforts of students at Lynn’s College of West Anglia.The King’s Lynn Youth and Retraining Pledge, which is now called Boost, forms a part of the King’s Lynn Town Deal.It brings together a unique partnership of local organisations – with leadership and support from Norfolk County Council and West Norfolk Council – to transform the prospects

Students from one West Norfolk Secondary school are embarking on a trip of a lifetime as they leave Lynn for a 17-day adventure in Thailand.The Year 12 students from Springwood High School, which is a member of the West Norfolk Academies Trust, are taking part in a Thailand Global Citizenship Programme, which will see them teach children in a Thai school about climate change, as well as spend time caring

A dementia care appeal has been boosted to bring even more help to patients in hospital.The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in Lynn has announced that its charity’s dementia care appeal, to improve the experience of patients living with dementia, has achieved its £40,000 target.Touch screen devices, technology that reduces confusion and mood-boosting activity packs purchased through donations to the charity appeal, are already making a significant difference to the 1,400

The Warehouse Taproom Bar and Restaurant in Setch hosted vehicle enthusiasts from across the county for breakfast.The meet-up happened last weekend and gave car owners the opportunity to socialise and admire each others’ vehicles.The event was described as a “huge success” with cars from Porsches, Aston Martins and more at the restaurant.Car enthusiats gathered at the Warehouse from across the county (63290478)Car enthusiats gathered at the Warehouse from across the

A litter pick is planned to take place this weekend in the Lynn area.It’s been organised by Cllr Jo Rust and will start at the top of Spring Lane on Gayton Road on Saturday, April 1 starting at 11am.Cllr Rust has arranged a number of litter picks in the past and encourages anybody to come and take part.Cllr Jo Rust encourages members of the public to take part in the

A popular photographer took his own life after struggling with depression and previously attempting suicide, an inquest has heard.Norfolk Coroner's Court was told on Friday that 50-year-old Jonathan (Jon) Seymour, from Lynn, was hit by a train heading into the town on Tuesday, September 6 2022.Mr Seymour was well known in the area for taking photos of local music events such as Festival Too in Lynn.Jon Seymour (63314718)Findings were read

A driver who hit a pedestrian crossing a busy town road drove away from the scene, causing police to appeal to the public for further information.The incident occurred on Wednesday (March 22) at around 4pm on Tennyson Road near to the junction with Avenue Road in Lynn.A pedestrian had been attempting to cross the road when they were hit by a red Fiat 500. The driver of the Fiat failed