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A Lynn care home has showcased the talents of two of its residents as it put on an art exhibition this week.Goodwins Hall Care Home residents Anthony Leakey, 70, and Sylvia Parr, 88, created several pieces of work which were displayed on its walls to share with family and friends when they visited on Wednesday.Anthony uses art foil and pre-painted sheets with an outline of the picture before using a

Thousands are set to descend on Lynn tomorrow in a sea of rainbows as Pride returns to the town.As in previous years, King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Pride will feature a colourful parade through the town centre and celebrations in The Walks.Dace Lockwood, of the Pride committee, said: “King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Pride is a reflection of our community – it’s a family-friendly event that welcomes everyone and allows

King Edward VII Academy Sixth Form in Lynn is celebrating a great set of A-Level results with 70% of all grades at A*-C.The sixth form is delighted to have achieved another year of Level 3 success, including 100% pass rate in the Cambridge Technical Sport & Physical Activity course with Hayden Lambert achieving a triple Distinction*, and Ben Isaacson, Charlie Royle and Ethan Wilson signing professional football contracts.These results mean

Students at the College of West Anglia in Lynn celebrated receiving their A-Level results, alongside friends, family, and staff.This year, 63% of A-level students achieved grades A*-C, with an overall pass rate of 95% (grades A*-E) across all A-level programmes.CWA vice principal curriculum and quality Kerry Heathcote said: “I am pleased that the efforts and hard work which has been shown by our students and teaching staff have been rewarded

There were celebrations all round when Springwood High School’s Class of 2023 received their A-Level results, with a fifth of students gaining an A* or A grade, and two-fifths achieving A* to B grades.In a year when fewer A* and A grades have been awarded nationally, 21% of Lynn-based Springwood students achieved the equivalent of one A or A* and two Bs to win the accolade of Norfolk Scholar.Due to

Hundreds of students across West Norfolk have today discovered their A-Level results, which will open the gateway for university or their chosen career.Students at Downham Market Academy, Fakenham Academy, Swaffham’s Nicholas Hamond Academy and King Edward VII Academy, Springwood High School and The College of West Anglia in Lynn all get their results today.National reports have suggested students should prepare themselves for lower grades this year and increased competition for

World Cup FINAL Screening Roar on the Lionesses in the World Cup Final on the big screen in Tuesday Market Place King’s Lynn hosts another football watch party on Sunday 20 August. The FIFA Women’s World Cup Final will be shown on the giant screen and Alive West Norfolk have some fun football activities to try. The Tuesday Market Place will be radiating the buzz of Stadium Australia as the

A commemorative service was held in Lynn yesterday to remember the ‘Forgotten Army’ and mark the 78th anniversary of VJ Day.Civic leaders and war veterans gathered on Tuesday morning at the Tower Gardens for a service and wreath-laying in tribute to the Fallen of the Second World War.The event marked the anniversary of Japan’s surrender to the Allies, which finally ended the six-year conflict.VJ Day service was held at King’s