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Major changes to King's Lynn car parks considered under town centre regeneration plans
Some of King's Lynn's best-known car parks, including Tuesday Market Place, could be transformed in…
King's Lynn Rotary plants 16,000 crocuses to raise awareness of polio
An early Sunday morning start saw members of the Rotary Club of King's Lynn, along with family and …
Fake Crime Scene : Further protest planned in King's Lynn over QEH services review
Campaigners concerned about the future of maternity, neonatal and children's services at the Queen …
Veterans Central Part 3: Veterans Describe Charity as a Lifeline
3-part series. We spend time at RAF West Raynham Station Headquarters (SHQ), which has been transfo…
Veterans Central Part 2: Funding a Vital Resource for Veterans
3-part series. We spend time at RAF West Raynham Station Headquarters, which has been transformed f…
Veterans Central Part 1: A Building Brought Back to Life
3-part series. We spend time at RAF West Raynham Station Headquarters, which has been transformed …
Classics draw a crowd as Remembrance run reaches Hunstanton
Classic and American cars made an impressive sight in Hunstanton on Sunday 8 November as the King’s…
Communities come together to remember across coastal Norfolk
Residents of Heacham, Hunstanton and Snettisham gathered on Sunday 8 November for Remembrance servi…
Extraordinary Council Meeting
Giving you another chance to question and comment.
New chapter for Hunstanton estate agents as Sowerbys takes on Birds lettings portfolio
After nearly four decades as a familiar name on Hunstanton's High Street, Birds Estate Agents is be…
Decades of dedication recognised at Hunstanton RNLI
Three familiar faces at Hunstanton Lifeboat Station have been recognised for their years of volunta…
West Norfolk prepares to honour the fallen on Remembrance Sunday
From King's Lynn and Hunstanton to Downham Market and the villages in between, communities across W…
Did you know? West Norfolk has the first serving mayor in the UK
We chat to Cllr Steve Bearshaw, who continues his 30 year career in the RAF alongside mayoral and c…
Relief for King's Lynn as QEH emergency services are protected, but maternity concerns remain
There is welcome news for patients and families across West Norfolk after NHS bosses confirmed that…
"I'm sad it's over," Jess completes Dip a Day challenge
For 31 days Jess from Sedgeford has been cold water swimming to raise money for Surfers Against Sew…
Swaffham paramedic, firefighter and school bus driver shortlisted for hero award
Carl Smith's a finalist for British food brand Tiptree's search for 'Britain's Morning Hero'
'Sick and furious all at the same time': local reaction to Longmarsh data centre
Plans for a huge new data centre & one of the UK's largest solar farms near King's Lynn spark anger…
Could you spare a few hours to help someone in West Norfolk this winter?
Sometimes a little help can make an enormous difference, and Norfolk Citizens Advice is hoping more…
Fresh hope for West Norfolk Council as reorganisation plans return to the agenda
The possibility of a new council centred on King's Lynn is back in the spotlight following renewed …
One of King’s Lynn’s best-known historic landmarks is set for a facelift
Planners at West Norfolk Council have given listed building consent to repair the South Gate. The …
Record-setting teenager who sailed to France raises 8 thousand for charity
We catch up with the fantastic Faith Turner from Snettisham, who at 15 years old crossed from Dover…
Historical achievement for local school
Alderman Peel High School celebrates its latest Ofsted inspection and securing an 'exceptional' rat…
Norfolk backs £1.1 billion devolution deal, but what could it mean for West Norfolk?
Plans that could see more than £1.1 billion invested across Norfolk and Suffolk have taken another …
Searles strikes Platinum as Hunstanton holiday favourite celebrates top award
A Hunstanton holiday resort that has been welcoming families to the Norfolk coast for more than 70 …
Golden celebrations as Hunstanton Rotary marks 50 years of service
Fifty years of friendship, fundraising and making a difference in the community were celebrated in …
North West Norfolk MP James Wild welcomes commitment to deliver gigabit broadband to over 7,000 North West Norfolk premises
Thousands of homes and business premises in North West Norfolk will get gigabit broadband, it has b…
Have a fa-BOO-lous Halloween!
We visit The Pumpkin House in Thursford so get into the spirit of things.
Big opportunities for local businesses as major West Norfolk projects take shape
From the new Queen Elizabeth Hospital to the West Winch Housing Access Road and the restoration of …
Rock Choir Raise £1,100 at Church Concert To Support Army Families
Rock Choir hits the right note with £1,100 raised for Armed Forces charity There was plenty to s…
Wildflower Meadow Project takes root
The transformation of Fairstead Recreation Ground into a thriving wildflower meadow takes a step fo…
Heacham’s young football heroes lift the cup after dramatic last-minute winner
There was no need for Wembley, a packed stadium or even VAR when a team of young footballers from H…
An extra hour in bed as the clocks go back this weekend
There’s good news for anyone who enjoys a Sunday morning lie-in. The clocks go back this weekend, g…
Harding’s Pits protected with Village Green status
A much-loved area of green space in South Lynn given lasting protection to the delight of Harding's…
A helping hand for our heroes as West Norfolk charity receives funding boost
A West Norfolk charity helping former servicemen and women find friendship, support and a sense of …
New parking rules introduced in Snettisham to help village shops and visitors
Finding somewhere to park for a quick visit to Snettisham’s shops, pharmacy or cafés should become …
Dip a Day in October - raising vital funds to help end sewage pollution
Jess Smith, from Sedgeford, takes on the challenge - to raise money for Surfers Against Sewage and …
Water quality, sea defences and future development under the spotlight at Hunstanton meeting
From the quality of the sea we swim in to the capacity of local sewage treatment works, some of the…
Hundreds gather in King’s Lynn to voice concerns over future of QEH services
More than 500 people gathered, in the rain, on King’s Lynn’s Tuesday Market Place on Saturday morni…
A warm welcome, a hot meal and a helping hand as King’s Lynn Night Shelter reopens
King’s Lynn Night Shelter has reopened its doors after a difficult summer, and now it’s asking the …
Three of King's Lynn's historic treasures to benefit from government heritage funding
Three of King's Lynn's best-known historic buildings are in line for restoration funding as part of…
Residents to form symbolic queue in King’s Lynn over fears for QEH services
People from across West Norfolk are expected to gather in King’s Lynn this Saturday, October 17, to…
Meet chainsaw carver Billy Bickell
We chat to local chainsaw carver Billy, who tells us it's all about practice, a lot of patience, an…
Schools support World Mental Health Day
Pupils across Norfolk take part in annual Hello Yellow campaign to support charity Young Minds
Michelin-starred restaurant could become homes
Owners of The Neptune in Old Hunstanton struggle to find buyer for the fine dining restaurant
Northern Lights put on a spectacular show over Norfolk skies
Anyone who happened to look up on Saturday night may have been treated to something rather special,…
How APP-peel-ling!!
Couple build new app to connect people with locally grown food - in a hope to reduce food wastage …
8 year old cycles 80 miles for charity
Sophia and her dad Ben cycle from King's Lynn to Cromer to raise money for East Winch Wildlife Cent…
Hundreds have their say as West Norfolk considers where future development should go
Hundreds of West Norfolk residents have had their say on where new homes and other development shou…
Bircham Windmill Repairs
After almost 50 years, the cap of the windmill comes off to be repaired, and people turn up from al…
£156,000 sea defence repairs to help protect Hunstanton seafront
Visitors strolling along Hunstanton’s promenade may notice a little more activity than usual this a…
30 years of volunteering for Hunstanton RNLI
We chat to Lee Torrice, who's retiring from his role as an inshore lifeboat helmsman - the 55 year …
The Bayeux Tapestry is on English soil largely thanks to Lynn born Michael Lewis
After nearly a thousand years, the Bayeux Tapestry is back in the UK, with King's Lynn born museum …
Blooming marvellous! Gold and a string of awards for West Norfolk
There is something blooming lovely about West Norfolk, and now we have the awards to prove it, with…
£23m new swimming pool for King’s Lynn takes another step forward
Plans for a new swimming pool at Lynnsport have moved a significant step closer after councillors a…
ABC at St Nicholas’s church – anything but simple!
A firm fixture in the autumn calendar for over three decades, the flower festival at the stunning 1…
King’s Lynn named among England’s best places to retire
History on the doorstep, walks beside the river, plenty of shops and services and house prices belo…
Soap Box Derby
Thousands line the streets to watch the Hunstanton's 'whacky races', the new rattler ramp giving an…
Hoppy days! Docking Hare Fair
The event continues to delight, celebrating the legacy of the Hare family & showcasing talented loc…
New QEH timetable moves to 2033 as hospital boss faces questions over future services
West Norfolk may have to wait another year for its long-awaited new hospital after the chief execut…
"I think people are panic stricken" - reaction to the 8,500 proposed new homes
Public consultation session at Hunstanton Town Hall, as thousands of new homes are proposed for Kin…
Blind cyclist completes 100km challenge
Robert Taylor, from Great Massingham, who's almost totally blind, rides on tandem to raise money fo…
More than just cooking as free Food for Thought sessions come to Upwell
Learning how to make your food budget stretch a little further, picking up a new recipe and perhaps…
“If you’re in trouble and need us, we’ll be there” says Hunstanton RNLI
They are our neighbours, friends and fellow members of the community, and when the call comes, Huns…
Look behind closed doors as King’s Lynn celebrates its history
Ever wondered what is behind some of those doors you pass in King’s Lynn every day? This Sunday cou…
Promises to be a shoe-stopper! Cinderella’s this year's panto
Hunstanton's Princess Theatre says the show will be 'fun and festive cheer for the whole family'
Norfolk council shake-up withdrawn as Government reviews reorganisation plans
Plans to replace Norfolk’s councils with three unitary authorities have been withdrawn following ne…
Battling Summer Wildfires
'Arduous' and 'non-stop', how King's Lynn North's station manager describes the wildfires. Paul Ed…
QEH responds to concerns over future of hospital services
Hospital bosses have moved to reassure West Norfolk residents that no decisions have been made abou…
Norfolk’s Biggest Multi-Charity Firewalk Returns to King’s Lynn
Could you walk over fire for a good cause?
Where should 8,500 new homes go in West Norfolk?
Thousands of new homes will need to be built across King’s Lynn and West Norfolk over the next 15 y…
Families, friends and supporters packed into Heacham Fire Station for its 2026 Open Day last weekend.
Families, friends and supporters packed into Heacham Fire Station for its 2026 Open Day.
Choir Rocks on the Green Fundraiser for Hunstanton RNLI
Hundreds of Rock Choir Members raised an amazing £1,784.59 for the Hunstanton Royal National Lifebo…
Maintaining a Legacy
Friends of Titchwell Church gains charity status and pledges to keep the 1,000 year old building op…
Un-bray-lievably cute!
Rescue miniature donkeys enjoy attention at Norfolk Lavender
He lost his sight in just 3 days - now he's ranked one of world's best blind golfers
Paul Innocent recently won the US Blind Golf Open and says the sport 'saved' him after being diagno…
Heacham has its say on McDonald’s plans
Residents look at plans for new McDonalds
King’s Lynn band release new single
Rebelation, a popular Reggae and ska band, release second single from their forthcoming album
Hundreds enjoy Summer Fun Day
The Discovery Centre, run by Freebridge Community Housing, holds annual celebration
Teenagers celebrate across Norfolk
GCSE results for thousands of pupils, with schools achieving impressive results
"I'm not a hero - I just did the right thing"
Caroline Robb, who helped save the lives of two brothers struggling in the sea in Hunstanton, is de…
Beyond the Uniform
Event to honour the armed forces & veterans community includes music & an art exhibition
Kings & Queens of the Sandcastles
Buckets of fun had at annual RNLI sandcastle competition held on Old Hunstanton beach
A-ced it!
Another record year of A-Level results for Springwood High School
The Village Behind the Legend
Holly Smith runs Nelson's Village Tours, with a focus on how Burnham Thorpe shaped Lord Nelson into…
Fayre- share of fun on a sunny day in Snettisham
Organised by Snettisham Events Committee the day included a Fun Dog Show, Classic Cars, Stalls, Gam…
Stabilising Hunstanton's coastal defences
Monitoring finds more than a metre of sand has been washed away from the beach and structural movem…
Soap Box Derby - just a few places left!
You've got til this Friday (7th August) to sign up for this year's Soap Box Derby, returning to the…
Walking Sober: A Man on a Mission
Ex-soldier Daniel Hunt is hiking the entire coastline of the UK to raise awareness for mental health
Westacre Theatre's summer season bursts into life as audiences return under Norfolk skies
Westacre Theatre's much-loved Summer Season is officially underway, with tickets selling fast as au…
A sticky situation for Springwood High teachers!
Gunge the Teacher fundraising event & Springfest celebrations held at King's Lynn school
Fire crews tackle 5 wildfires in just 24 hours
Norfolk Fire & Rescue Service is urging us all to continue to be extra vigilant in this dry, hot we…
Variety is back with a bang!
Seaside Special opens at the Princess Theatre
Protecting our Chalk Streams
Local campaigner welcomes new parliamentary group but warns action is needed now
Unbe-leaf-able! Old Hunstanton Flower Festival delights
From Celebrating Books to Beach Picnics - the displays at St Mary's are blooming lovely!
NCC Reuse Shops raise 32,000 for charity
Nelson's Journey, which supports children and young people with bereavement, given the donation
An 18-metre whale part of Hunstanton litter pick
Borough Council puts on Peter Piper Picked Some Litter activity
‘Smithdon Royalty’ to retire
After almost 5 decades much loved Hunstanton teacher Hilary Johnson retires
Old Hunstanton's pond suffers in heat
The recent extreme dry weather has dried up ponds across the county, we chat to a founder of Norfol…
Premier Inn to come to Hunstanton
Whitbread confirms plans for a 108-bedroom hotel on Southend Road
S-nailed it!
World Snail Racing Championship held at Grimston Cricket Club in Congham