Norwich and Norfork News
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Hotel protests are drain on police, warns chief
Chief Constable Paul Sanford says he cannot "crack down" on crime with police presence at hotel.

Two more cases of bird flu confirmed in Norfolk
It follows two other cases being found at poultry farms in the past week.

Football keeping dementia sufferers' minds active
"Still On The Ball" meets once a month so members can reminisce about old matches.

East of England news quiz of the week
From Batman to Bowie, how many questions can you get right?

What happens to sites on the heritage at-risk register?
Historic England releases a list annually that gives an insight into the state of the country's buildings.

Football club 'will not tolerate' abuse from fans
The club says "a small number" of fans "directed personal abuse" at players and their families.

A-road works postponed after disruption complaints
An upgrade is delayed to avoid clashing with other works described as a congestion "nightmare".

Norwich announce loss of £20.7m in 2024-25
Norwich City announce a £20.7m loss for the 12 months to the end of June as the team continues to struggle near the foot of the Championship.

Family 'dismayed' by slow care home reinspections
BBC finds a fifth of care homes rated "inadequate" were not reinspected within a year or more.

Man in his 70s dies in city house blaze
Emergency services are called to the scene in Norwich.

Campaigners 'hugely disappointed' by pub loss
Councillors approve a change of use so it can be used as a residential property instead.

Venue in noise row can have live music and alcohol
The space is to be used for cultural and wellbeing events but neighbours feared its impact.

Harry hails bereaved military children's strength
"Your mums and dads would be so proud of you. We all are," writes the Duke of Sussex.

Plans to cut affordable homes at estate rejected
Councillors say the developer's application is in "direct conflict" with local housing plans.

Family's tribute after man's suspected murder
A statement from a murdered man's family says nothing could have prepared them for the "tragedy".

Mega battery energy storage facility approved
The battery energy storage plant is approved by West Norfolk councillors despite some concerns.

Police boss wants tougher shoplifting sentencing
A chief constable says it is "tiring" seeing thieves stealing again after release from prison.

Major roadwork schemes cause traffic 'nightmare'
A major junction upgrade coincides with a lane closure on a connected dual carriageway.

Woman scratched, hit and tried to bite A&E nurse
Michaela Cable is fined after pleading guilty to assaulting the nurse in July.

Norwich 'will not tolerate' abuse from fans
The club says "a small number" of fans "directed personal abuse" at players and their families.

Norwich announce loss of £20.7m in 2024-25
Norwich City announce a £20.7m loss for the 12 months to the end of June as the team continues to struggle near the foot of the Championship.

From Norfolk club player to Aussie Test hopeful
How opening bat Jake Weatherald's journey to Australia's Test squad included a summer in a Norfolk village.

Are Norwich destined for League One?
Rob Butler and Chris Reeve reflect on more misery for Norwich City as they suffer a sixth defeat in a row and remain point-less at home.

Boston sign Norwich forward Aboh on loan
Norwich City forward Ken Aboh signs for National League side Boston United on an initial month-long loan.

Sargent 'happy' at Norwich despite 'rough patch'
Norwich City striker Josh Sargent says he has no plans to leave in January despite the club struggling in the Championship.

Why is the Thickthorn junction a ?daily nightmare??
Roadworks surrounding the Thickthorn interchange are causing major delays.

Tackling retail crime in Norfolk
Shoplifting in Norfolk has gone up by over 22%.

AI helps spot hidden care risks in Norfolk
Norfolk?s adult social care is using AI to identify who needs extra support.

The road with a royal problem
Residents of Prince Andrew?s Road are urging officials to consider a name change.

Norwich concern over Holt injury
Norwich City have a doubt over captain Grant Holt's fitness ahead of the busy Christmas fixture schedule.

McCarthy 'targeted by Norwich'
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez says midfielder James McCarthy was "targeted" by Norwich during their loss at Carrow Road.

Norwich 2-1 Wigan
Wes Hoolahan's fine individual display helps Norwich beat Wigan to extend their unbeaten league run to 10 games.

Norwich keen to stay 'underdogs'
Norwich midfielder Bradley Johnson hopes the team's impressive league form will not cost them their "underdog" status.

Coach Kerry gives up 'dream job'
Danny Kerry believes the Great Britain women's team needs a "new direction" after stepping down as head coach.

Ogogo assesses February pro debut
London 2012 medallist Anthony Ogogo expects to make his pro debut in February - if he opts to quit the amateur ranks.
Woman stabbed in neck in 'unprovoked attack'
A man is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the attack in Birmingham city centre.
Aluko says 'justice served' after Barton convicted
Pundit Eni Aluko responds after Joey Barton is found guilty of sending grossly offensive posts on X.
Woman who died after being hit by own car named
Andrea Sloan, 73, was killed in the car park of Abbey Grange Medical Practice in Kirkstall, Leeds.
'Pubs lost their way, but we're bringing traditional boozers back'
The Highland Laddie in Leeds and Blind Jack's in Knaresborough have both won national awards.
Protest held over asylum seeker military site plan
Crowborough residents say they are concerned about potential safety impact in the town.
Met boss wants 'sub-standard senior officers' to leave
An "exit route" is being offered for senior staff in the Met Police through voluntary exit payments.
'Sticky floors, 60p pints - our club made us the UK's synth city'
The Limit hosted acts such as The Human League and Def Leppard from 1978 to 1991.
City on parade for first ever Lady Mayor's Show
Dame Susan Langley is not the City's first female mayor but the first to use the title Lady Mayor.
Chance meeting at corner shop unites son with father
Oliver Archer had wanted to find his dad his whole life. That changed when he went to a corner shop.
'Huge milestone' as rare leopard cub born at zoo
An Amur leopard cub is born at Dartmoor Zoo in a boost for conservation efforts.
Murder arrest following death of woman
Police say a 56-year-old man was arrested after they were called to a property in Holbeach.
Multiple fire crews tackle car blaze near airport
At least three fire engines are in attendance at the scene tackling the car fire.