Broadland News

A Norwich man has been banned from shops across the city after admitting stealing steaks from a Prince of Wales Road store.

Pupils at a fire-damaged Norfolk primary school are beginning the new term remotely before moving into temporary accommodation near Shipdham.

Norfolk County Council has outlined at least £1.97 million in early savings while setting priorities for the next 18 months.

A Thetford man has been banned from driving for 17 months after admitting drug-driving and careless driving following a collision.

Norwich Airport will close to air traffic for several periods today because staff sickness and industrial action are limiting controller cover.

New bus routes have launched around Swaffham, including a direct link to Downham Market and fixed services replacing Flexibus.

A new neighbourhood health service has launched in Norwich, offering mental health, alcohol, social care, housing and debt support locally.

Norwich residents say overnight delivery drivers serving an Earlham Road Co-op are disturbing their sleep with noise during the night.

Norwich City were beaten by a solitary goal against Stoke City on a frustrating night at the bet365 Stadium.

Norfolk Police paid £2.2 million in compensation to 139 officers harmed on duty, including claims involving physical and psychological injuries.

Norfolk County Council has appointed Dennis Bacon as chief executive on £215,000 a year following a contested recruitment process overall.

Eighty-eight children enjoyed the annual East Coast Truckers Convoy, travelling from Norwich to Pleasurewood Hills for a memorable day out.

Norwich City registered their first points of the 2026/27 Sky Bet Championship campaign with a breathtaking 4-1 victory over Burnley at Carrow Road.

A foil helium balloon has been identified as the likely cause of a devastating fire which destroyed homes in Kenninghall.

A multi-million-pound consultancy contract supporting Norfolk’s council reorganisation has been cancelled amid a political row over cost and specialist expertise.

Twenty-seven passengers were rescued from Pleasurewood Hills’ Wipeout roller coaster after it stopped around 15 metres above the ground safely.

A man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged with harassment and sexual assault offences in Thetford.

Norwich Airport is closed to flights today as air traffic control staff stage a 24-hour strike over pay and conditions.

Norwich-born Colman’s Mustard has been put up for sale as Unilever seeks to address competition concerns over a planned merger.

Rail passengers face weekend disruption between Norwich and Ipswich during September and October as Network Rail carries out improvement work.

A double-decker bus has crashed into a house in Ormesby St Margaret, causing major damage but leaving nobody injured.

A scheme helping people into apprenticeships across Broadland and South Norfolk is being extended until 2028 following its successful introduction.

A Caister man has pleaded not guilty to four sexual offences involving two teenage girls following an incident in Great Yarmouth.

Police are appealing for witnesses after two vehicles were damaged by objects thrown from Horsford Bridge onto the Broadland Northway.

Visitors to the Norfolk Broads are being warned about boat propellers after rangers reported seeing several dangerous behaviours on waterways.

Strike action by Great Yarmouth waste and street-cleaning workers has been suspended today while last-minute pay negotiations continue between sides.

More than 100 residents at Norwich flats are living with round-the-clock fire patrols while further safety checks are carried out.

First Bus is introducing major timetable and route changes across Norwich and Norfolk from Sunday, affecting several communities and services.

Tributes have been paid to trainee paramedic Jess McKee, who died in a house fire in Thetford on Saturday morning.

Norwich City Council has warned people to stay out of condemned Anglia Square buildings after rooftop trespassing images appeared online.

A new bridge on the upgraded A47 has been named after Norfolk road safety campaigner Valerie Knights, who helped crash victims.

Ante Crnac grabbed the headlines with a goal on comeback from injury, as Norwich City comfortably progressed past Cardiff City and into the third round of Carabao Cup.

Three men have been arrested after an Acle resident reported suspected rogue traders carrying out roofing work and demanding payments.

Norfolk is under yellow weather warnings on Wednesday and Thursday, with thunderstorms, heavy rain and possible flooding and travel disruption.

Norwich has been ranked among the UK’s ten most creative cities, recognised for opportunities, education, cultural amenities and affordability overall.

The Crown Prosecution Service has apologised after a Costessey man remained in prison after his charge was dropped on Friday.

The University of East Anglia is inviting singers and musicians to audition for its choirs and symphony orchestra this September.

Two wild beaver kits have been born at Pensthorpe, marking Norfolk’s first wild beaver births in more than 500 years.

Norwich City were well beaten at Millwall in their opening away fixture of the 2026/27 Sky Bet Championship season.

A 3,000-year-old Bronze Age button found near the Norfolk Broads has been declared treasure and could join Norwich Castle’s collection.

Norfolk schools are being urged to review fire safety after refracted sunlight caused a blaze damaging three classrooms near Dereham.

A Costessey man has been released from prison after a misconduct charge linked to disorder in Thetford was discontinued.

A Norwich man has been found guilty of murdering his estranged wife Tania Williams near her Thorpe St Andrew home.

Plans to turn Norwich’s former Wilko and Poundland stores into 70 one-bedroom flats have been approved, with ground-floor shops retained.

Norwich’s historic Chapelfield Gardens bandstand has been restored with specialist repairs, improved accessibility, new power points and adjustable lighting installed.

Attleborough driver has been banned from driving for 18 months after a police pursuit reached speeds of 139mph in Norfolk.

Norwich Airport is temporarily closed to air traffic today as industrial action causes cancellations affecting some KLM and Loganair passengers.

Norfolk firefighters are being thanked after tackling multiple fires during extreme heat, with August potentially becoming their busiest month ever.

Five Great Yarmouth shops have been closed immediately following raids targeting the suspected sale of illegal cigarettes and tobacco products.

King’s Lynn’s historic Custom House has closed for a £2.5 million renovation programme including roof repairs and major accessibility improvements.

TikTok creator J2Hundred drew large crowds during a Norwich livestream, with police helping him leave safely through a pub exit.

Norfolk Police is urging parents to check their children’s e-bikes amid growing concerns about illegally modified machines capable of high speeds.

North Norfolk District Council is appealing LINK’s decision not to recommend a banking hub for Fakenham amid concerns about access.

Family and friends are raising £15,000 for a cuddle bed at King’s Lynn hospital in memory of farmer Jason Carr.

Passengers using Norwich Airport face possible disruption after air traffic controllers announced a 24-hour strike ahead of the bank holiday.

A Norfolk primary school will begin the new term remotely after refracted sunlight caused a fire which damaged three classrooms.

Anglian Water says work is progressing to reduce long-running odours from its Whitlingham sewage treatment works near Norwich and Thorpe.

A Norwich man has been jailed for 19 years after being convicted of multiple serious sexual offences against a young child.

Norfolk County Council is considering an alternative route for the Norwich Western Link after previous plans were withdrawn over environmental concerns.

Great Yarmouth’s Wednesday fireworks are being replaced by a 200-drone light show after warnings over the heightened risk of wildfires.

A Serco employee has been charged following an investigation into information about Thetford addresses later targeted during violent disorder.

Jennifer Eves has been appointed interim chief executive of City College Norwich and will take up the role from September.

A teenage Norwich City fan is cycling from Carrow Road to Millwall to raise vital funds for Bungay Community Support.

A teenage boy remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle on the A47 in Norfolk.

Cromer Carnival’s fireworks have been cancelled because of wildfire concerns, but the Red Arrows display is still going ahead.

Work has begun on 127 new social homes in east Norwich, including specialist accommodation and family housing for local residents.

People enjoying the Norfolk Broads are being urged to take extra care over fire safety while spending time on boats.

East Anglian Air Ambulance still needs £4.4 million to secure a new base and protect lifesaving coverage across the region.

Drought conditions are putting fish under severe pressure across the Norfolk Broads, while some butterfly species are enjoying warmer weather.

Plans for nine homes near Great Yarmouth Port have been rejected amid concerns about industrial noise and losing employment land.

Norwich-born Robert Lambert has won his third British speedway title as King’s Lynn teenager Cooper Rushen impressed on his debut.

Mulbarton’s colourful peafowl have divided opinion after complaints about their noise and visits to gardens prompted a council investigation.