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Latest Articles

In this article, I report on my trip to a Minor League Baseball game in Norfolk, Virginia, a city which shares significant historical links to my home county.

Norfolk businesswoman’s cycle ride raises £5k for charity
In this short news piece, I report on a Norfolk woman who cycled 400 kilometres across Taiwan for charity.

New local hero awards launched to celebrate Norfolk's over 60s
In this short news piece, I report on retirement home firm Churchill Living launching an initiative to help celebrate the contributions of older people to Norfolk communities.

Five domestic options for Norwich City should Sainz depart
In this article, I take a look at five potential replacements for Norwich City's departing star, Borja Sainz.

Norwich City fans optimistic about Liam Manning appointment
In this article, I report on my findings from interviewing members of the public about their opinions on Norwich City's new manager, Liam Manning.

Life as a broke student hitting 50 Canaries games in a season
In this article, my first contribution to the Eastern Daily Press, I discuss just why following Norwich City has been so rewarding.

New lantern procession part of Christmas events at historic church this winter
For the first time, families will be able to join a procession around Hay Hill, singing carols and appreciating the Christmas light displays, including Norwich’s new Canopy of Lights. Homemade lanterns for children to take and keep will be used as part of the festivities. A traditional manger scene will …

City apprentice wins BIG at national mechanics competition
Toby Hull received the Apprentice of the Year award after qualifying with distinction from his three-year training at TruckEast Norwich. The accolade was presented to him by Scania at Silverstone race track in Towcester in recognition of his aptitude, knowledge and skills in mechanics. Toby won big at this year's …


Dr Feelgood guitarist inspired me to never give up | MUSIC
Kitty Perrin is a singer-songwriter and radio presenter making gorgeous noises in the city of stories. Charles Bliss reports on how young creatives like her play a vital role in the regeneration of our cultural landscape.

Woof! Four-legged friends enjoy this year's Royal Norfolk Show
It is not only a spectacle for agriculture, crafts, and entertainment but also a haven for dog lovers. This year the event saw an impressive turnout of our four-legged friend, who attended with their enthusiastic owners. From small terriers to large retrievers, dogs of all breeds roamed the show grounds, …

Man named after four family members including two young girls found dead
A quiet suburb on the outskirts of Norwich has been left shocked after four people from the same family, including two girls, were found dead at a house. Reporting team William Warnes Bruno Brown, Eleanor Storey, Adam Barker, Francis Redwood.

Norwich booksellers boost community wellbeing with creative events | CULTURE
Creative events such as book clubs and literary festivals are reimagining the role of reading as a social exercise in the aftermath of the pandemic to build healthier communities.

Mother-of-two killed after being kicked by horse
A mother-of-two died after being kicked by her horse as she walked it in a field, a court has heard.

Senior Norfolk Tory tells MPs to topple Rishi Sunak to avoid '10 years of wokeness'
A senior Norfolk Tory has triggered a party row by calling on Tory MPs to oust prime minister Rishi Sunak.

REVEALED: The inside story of controversial Norfolk Tory's downfall
The controversial Conservative parliamentary candidate for Norwich North stepped down after a series of rows, following discussions with senior figures in the national party.

School reports Tory to party over ‘inappropriate and incendiary’ comments at hustings
A Norfolk school has become embroiled in an extraordinary row with its local Conservative parliamentary candidate over comments he made at a hustings it hosted.

Tory MP candidate resigns just THREE WEEKS after being selected
The Conservative candidate for Norwich North has resigned just three weeks after being selected.

Astronaut enthrals city audience with his tales of life in space
He spent more than a year in space and now astronaut Michael Foale has splashed down in Norwich to speak to a fascinated audience at the UEA.

Norfolk MPs united in support of government's ticket office U-turn
MPs across Norfolk have reacted to the government's U-turn on the mass closure of railway station ticket offices.

'A huge step forward' - Norwich's first electric bus fleet launched
Norwich transport took a step into the future as the fleet’s new electric buses were officially launched. The new era kicked off with the Pink Line number 11, ferrying passengers from the hospital into the city centre.

Parish council's threat to car giant over staff's late night 'Lotus Rally'
An £8m bid to redevelop Lotus' site at Hethel could be in doubt after the parish council threatened to derail it as part of an escalating dispute over company staff speeding through the village.

Meet Lozeak - the Norfolk-born singer with 600,000 TikTok followers
Lauren Eakins, who grew up in Poringland, near Norwich, has 600,000 followers on the social media platform and released her debut single Word Vomit in 2021. Her alt-pop sound has amassed her an army of fans and she headlined at the Camden Assembly earlier this year. She told Kerrang: "Ever …

Boy stabbed at city school
Police were called to the City of Norwich School in Eaton Road at 2.15pm today after reports that a boy had been stabbed with a tail comb. Officers attended along with three crews from the East of England Ambulance Service and the East Anglian Air Ambulance The boy was taken …

Libraries hailed as 'vital community hubs' as funding battles continue | COMMUNITY
The crucial impact of Norfolk’s libraries on public health, the arts and the local economy has been highlighted amid the continued fight for funding.

Village hall SAVED as controversial demolition plans unanimously refused
The battle to save a much-loved village hall on the outskirts of Norwich has been won after controversial plans to demolish the site were unanimously refused.

Row erupts over 'awful proposal' to demolish historic village hall
A row has erupted over a tiny village hall in Arminghall which could be demolished to make way for a bungalow.

This is Norwich's signature sandwich according to viral TikTok video
TikTok user Big Nibbles (@bignibblescooks) chose crab, samphire and tartare sauce for the city's sandwich filling for his video series touring UK towns and cities and creating a themed bap. However, the owner of Logan's sandwich bar, Anthea McNamara, thinks that a proper Norwich sarnie must include part of the …

Norwich student to star in HUGE Netflix show
Ansu Njai will reprise his role as Rowmando in the fifth series of Top Boy, acting alongside famous faces including pioneer Grime artist Kano and Ashley Walters of So Solid Crew fame. The 22-year-old graduated from Norwich University of the Arts in May this year, with the actor posting on …

'Like the wild west!': 2am Lotus shift changes driving neighbours around the bend
Roaring engines are the attraction for many Lotus customers but some of the company's neighbours have been upset by the 'wild west' created by the sports car firm's staff.