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• Norfolk Roadworks Cause Widespread Travel Disruption

  Norfolk roadworks have disrupted nearly 70 Sanders bus stops, with driving instructors warning that congestion is wasting valuable lesson time.

• Norwich City Hall Refurbishment Plans Submitted

  Norwich City Council has submitted plans to refurbish historic City Hall, featuring a new atrium, improved access and restored interiors.

• Norfolk Chosen for Major Youth Investment

  Norfolk is among 60 areas selected for youth funding, while Norwich Theatre joins a nationwide scheme expanding creative opportunities locally.

• £10 Million Premier Inn Approved for North Walsham

  A new £10 million Premier Inn hotel in North Walsham has received planning approval, promising jobs and increased tourism spending.

• Norwich Debenhams Set for Soft Play Transformation

  Urban explorers are being warned to avoid Norwich's former Debenhams as plans progress for a new five-level indoor adventure centre.

• Tributes Paid to Royal Pageantmaster Bruno Peek

  Tributes are being paid to Gorleston's Bruno Peek, who organised royal beacon ceremonies and national commemorations for over four decades.

• Man Found Dead at Norwich Property

  Police say the death of a man found at a property on Kett's Hill is not thought to be suspicious.

• £12 Billion Norfolk Wind Farm Investment Announced

  A £12 billion investment in Norfolk Vanguard offshore wind projects is expected to support more than 2,400 jobs across Britain.

• Norwich Among Britain's 50 Happiest Places

  Norwich has been named the East of England's third happiest place to live in Rightmove's latest national survey of residents.

• Norfolk Strengthens Emergency Preparedness Plans

  Norfolk emergency services and local councils are strengthening plans for major incidents after a summer of significant wildfire activity locally.

• Norfolk Demands More School Transport Funding

  Norfolk County Council is urging ministers to reconsider school transport funding amid rising diesel costs for rural operators across Norfolk.

• Teenage Motorcyclist Seriously Hurt in Norwich Crash

  Norfolk Police appeal for witnesses after a teenage motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in a collision in Norwich on Friday night.

• Norfolk and Suffolk Reach New Mayoral Deal

  Norfolk and Suffolk leaders agree principles for a mayoral authority which could unlock more than £1.1bn in long-term funding locally.

• Fog Forces KLM Flight to Divert

  Thick fog forced an Amsterdam flight to divert from Norwich to Stansted while poor visibility caused several further cancellations locally.

• Norfolk Police Begin Roadside Eyesight Checks

  Norfolk Police are testing drivers' eyesight at the roadside, reminding motorists of legal standards and potential penalties for poor vision.

• Nine Norfolk Homes Threatened by Coastal Erosion

  Nine Norfolk coastal homes face serious erosion danger, with residents urged to leave as the sea moves closer to properties.

• Tributes Paid to Thrigby Hall Founder Ken Sims

  Tributes have been paid to Ken Sims, founder of Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, whose work helped advance zoo conservation standards.

• Broads Boaters Face Another 3.5% Toll Rise

  Broads boaters could face a 3.5% toll increase next year as concerns grow over value for money and maintenance costs.

• New 24-Hour Mental Health Support for Norfolk

  Norfolk residents can now access free NHS mental health support at any hour using text messages, WhatsApp or online chat.

• Norwich City Reports £13.3 Million Loss

  Norwich City's latest accounts reveal a £13.3 million operating loss despite almost £46 million in profits from player trading.

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