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Indecent assault in Norwich
A teenage girl's been indecently assaulted in broad daylight here in the city.
The 17 year old was sitting on a bench in Tombland last Tuesday around 2 in the afternoon.
A man then made inappropriate comments to her and then grabbed her.
Last updated at 1:52pm, 15th March 2010
A teenage girl's been indecently assaulted in broad daylight here in the city.
The 17 year old was sitting on a bench in Tombland last Tuesday around 2 in the afternoon.
A man then made inappropriate comments to her and then grabbed her.
Last updated at 1:52pm, 15th March 2010
More jobs could be created in the city thanks to M&S
150 new jobs could be created if M&S explands here in Norwich.
The company wants to make the one bigger on Rampant Horse Street which would include a new electrical department and take away food area.
The plans are being looked at by the City Council on Thursday.
Last updated at 1:51pm, 15th March 2010
150 new jobs could be created if M&S explands here in Norwich.
The company wants to make the one bigger on Rampant Horse Street which would include a new electrical department and take away food area.
The plans are being looked at by the City Council on Thursday.
Last updated at 1:51pm, 15th March 2010
Your kids could be a budding ballet star
Your kids can take part in a Ballet X Factor here in the county.
100 young dancers are needed for a new production at the Norwich Theatre Royal.
Sleeping Beauty takes to the stage in July and 8-18 year olds can audition at the Open Accademy this wednesday.
They will run in two parts and will be open for 8-11 year olds from 4.30pm. Older children can then compete for a part with auditions for 12-18 year olds starting at 6.45pm.
Anyone who wants to take part is advised to register first by calling 01689 856747 or 01248 422337.
Last updated at 1:02pm, 15th March 2010
Your kids can take part in a Ballet X Factor here in the county.
100 young dancers are needed for a new production at the Norwich Theatre Royal.
Sleeping Beauty takes to the stage in July and 8-18 year olds can audition at the Open Accademy this wednesday.
They will run in two parts and will be open for 8-11 year olds from 4.30pm. Older children can then compete for a part with auditions for 12-18 year olds starting at 6.45pm.
Anyone who wants to take part is advised to register first by calling 01689 856747 or 01248 422337.
Last updated at 1:02pm, 15th March 2010
Terminally ill Norfolk people are missing out on thousands
1.7 million pounds is missing from the pockets of people in our area.
Apparently that's amount of disability benefits going unclaimed by people with terminal cancer in Norfolk.
MacMillan Cancer Support says 4 out of 10 terminally ill cancer patients here aren't getting the allowances they're entitled to.
Last updated at 11:47am, 15th March 2010
1.7 million pounds is missing from the pockets of people in our area.
Apparently that's amount of disability benefits going unclaimed by people with terminal cancer in Norfolk.
MacMillan Cancer Support says 4 out of 10 terminally ill cancer patients here aren't getting the allowances they're entitled to.
Last updated at 11:47am, 15th March 2010
Some recycling centres to go part time
You won't be able to get rid of some of your rubbish as often as you could.
Five household waste recycling centres including Bergh Apton and Wymondham will be part-time from next month.
They'll be closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from april the 20th to help make the service more efficient.
For more details go to the link below.
www.norfolk.gov.uk/recyclingcentres
Last updated at 8:27am, 15th March 2010
You won't be able to get rid of some of your rubbish as often as you could.
Five household waste recycling centres including Bergh Apton and Wymondham will be part-time from next month.
They'll be closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from april the 20th to help make the service more efficient.
For more details go to the link below.
www.norfolk.gov.uk/recyclingcentres
Last updated at 8:27am, 15th March 2010
Road works on Bank Plain
A busy street in Norwich is going to be closed to traffic one way from today.
Resurfacing work starts on Bank Plain for 5 days so you won't be able to drive north, out of the city.
Diversions will be in place.
Last updated at 5:49am, 15th March 2010
A busy street in Norwich is going to be closed to traffic one way from today.
Resurfacing work starts on Bank Plain for 5 days so you won't be able to drive north, out of the city.
Diversions will be in place.
Last updated at 5:49am, 15th March 2010
Wymondham expansion plans on show
It's the chance for you to see plans for thousands of new homes in Wymondham.
A development of 3,000 homes is being put forward.
Those behind it say it'll create 2 and a half thousand jobs plus a new 6th form college will be built.
You can look at the plans at the Fairland Church Centre between 4.30-8pm on Friday and 10-4pm on Saturday.
Last updated at 5:49am, 15th March 2010
It's the chance for you to see plans for thousands of new homes in Wymondham.
A development of 3,000 homes is being put forward.
Those behind it say it'll create 2 and a half thousand jobs plus a new 6th form college will be built.
You can look at the plans at the Fairland Church Centre between 4.30-8pm on Friday and 10-4pm on Saturday.
Last updated at 5:49am, 15th March 2010
The Canaries extend their lead
Norwich came from behind again to get a win on Saturday.
They beat Huddersfield 3-1 with Stephen Elliot scoring 2 and Grant Holt getting the other goal.
Leeds, Colchester and Charlton all lost which mean the Canaries are now 7 points clear at the top of the table.
And you can read our young Canary pundit Jack's blog on our website.
Last updated at 5:48am, 15th March 2010
Norwich came from behind again to get a win on Saturday.
They beat Huddersfield 3-1 with Stephen Elliot scoring 2 and Grant Holt getting the other goal.
Leeds, Colchester and Charlton all lost which mean the Canaries are now 7 points clear at the top of the table.
And you can read our young Canary pundit Jack's blog on our website.
Last updated at 5:48am, 15th March 2010
Singing's helping Norfolk people with dementia
You probably do it in the shower or in the car on the way to work.
But now having a good sing-along is helping people with dementia and their carers in Norfolk.
The Alzheimers Society are organising monthly sessions in Norwich.
For more information about the Alzheimers Society just call 01603 763517 or log onto:
www.alzheimers.org.uk
Last updated at 8:19am, 14th March 2010
You probably do it in the shower or in the car on the way to work.
But now having a good sing-along is helping people with dementia and their carers in Norfolk.
The Alzheimers Society are organising monthly sessions in Norwich.
For more information about the Alzheimers Society just call 01603 763517 or log onto:
www.alzheimers.org.uk
Last updated at 8:19am, 14th March 2010
A boost for rural students
Teenagers in Norfolk who find it hard to get to their classes are getting a cash boost.
The government's given our county council more cash to help with transport costs for those doing the 14 to 19 diplomas.
Over 1000 Norfolk students are taking the new qualification.
The money means we'll have a special transport co-ordinator and the cash availale per pupil will rise to £200.
Last updated at 7:42am, 14th March 2010
Teenagers in Norfolk who find it hard to get to their classes are getting a cash boost.
The government's given our county council more cash to help with transport costs for those doing the 14 to 19 diplomas.
Over 1000 Norfolk students are taking the new qualification.
The money means we'll have a special transport co-ordinator and the cash availale per pupil will rise to £200.
Last updated at 7:42am, 14th March 2010
Local runner takes on Norfolk Challenge
In a week's time a local runner will be taking on the North Norfolk Coast.
Perry Mann's doing it to raise cash for Lucies Lifesaving Project, which is aiming to get more defibrillators in public places.
He's hoping to do it in under 24 hours- to sponser him log onto the Facebook group Perrys 100 Mile Norfolk Coast Challenge
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Perrys-100-Mile-Coast-Run/266113885734
Last updated at 7:36am, 13th March 2010
In a week's time a local runner will be taking on the North Norfolk Coast.
Perry Mann's doing it to raise cash for Lucies Lifesaving Project, which is aiming to get more defibrillators in public places.
He's hoping to do it in under 24 hours- to sponser him log onto the Facebook group Perrys 100 Mile Norfolk Coast Challenge
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Perrys-100-Mile-Coast-Run/266113885734
Last updated at 7:36am, 13th March 2010
Search is on for Canaries reporter
If your son or daughter is footy mad and fancies a career in the media Norwich City are looking for a junior reporter.
It's open to all under 14s.
You need to write a match report from a game this season and email it to media@ncfc-canaries.
The closing date is April 12th.
Last updated at 5:47am, 12th March 2010
If your son or daughter is footy mad and fancies a career in the media Norwich City are looking for a junior reporter.
It's open to all under 14s.
You need to write a match report from a game this season and email it to media@ncfc-canaries.
The closing date is April 12th.
Last updated at 5:47am, 12th March 2010
Norfolk's Got Talent
Forget Britain's Got Talent - now Norfolk's Got Talent.
A competition's been launched to see who's got the best act in the county.
There's a prize of £500 for the winner of the grand final in July.
There'll be 4 heats in June which'll all be held at the Talk in Norwich.
The deadline is the 23rd April.
Go to the link below to apply.
www.norfolksgottalent.co.uk
Last updated at 5:37am, 12th March 2010
Forget Britain's Got Talent - now Norfolk's Got Talent.
A competition's been launched to see who's got the best act in the county.
There's a prize of £500 for the winner of the grand final in July.
There'll be 4 heats in June which'll all be held at the Talk in Norwich.
The deadline is the 23rd April.
Go to the link below to apply.
www.norfolksgottalent.co.uk
Last updated at 5:37am, 12th March 2010
Norfolk Police praised
We're always hearing how Norfolk's one of the safest county's in the country.
Now it's been reinforced as a new top inspection's found you get a good service from Norfolk Police that's value for money.
It came out good for things like local crime and policing plus protection from serious harm.
Last updated at 4:20pm, 11th March 2010
We're always hearing how Norfolk's one of the safest county's in the country.
Now it's been reinforced as a new top inspection's found you get a good service from Norfolk Police that's value for money.
It came out good for things like local crime and policing plus protection from serious harm.
Last updated at 4:20pm, 11th March 2010
Our gas bills set to fall
It's good news if you use gas in your home.
EDF Energy's cutting its prices by 4%.
It's the 2nd reduction in the past 6 months.
Last updated at 4:18pm, 11th March 2010
It's good news if you use gas in your home.
EDF Energy's cutting its prices by 4%.
It's the 2nd reduction in the past 6 months.
Last updated at 4:18pm, 11th March 2010
Pete Docherty banned from driving
Pete Doherty's been given a 12-month driving ban and fined 500 pounds after admitting he allowed his manager to use his car without insurance in Suffolk.
He didn't turn up to Lowestoft Magistrates, but his lawyer entered a guilty plea on his behalf.
Last month, the singer's manager was given a 12-month jail term after he ran into a pedestrian and then sped off.
Last updated at 4:16pm, 11th March 2010
Pete Doherty's been given a 12-month driving ban and fined 500 pounds after admitting he allowed his manager to use his car without insurance in Suffolk.
He didn't turn up to Lowestoft Magistrates, but his lawyer entered a guilty plea on his behalf.
Last month, the singer's manager was given a 12-month jail term after he ran into a pedestrian and then sped off.
Last updated at 4:16pm, 11th March 2010
More help for cancer sufferers in Norfolk
If you or someone you know's been affected by cancer, more training to cope with it's now on offer in Norfolk.
The Cancer Support Course is for anyone who's life is affected by the disease or works with people suffering from it.
To find out more and sign up call the training projects administrator on 0207 091 2008.
Last updated at 2:20pm, 11th March 2010
If you or someone you know's been affected by cancer, more training to cope with it's now on offer in Norfolk.
The Cancer Support Course is for anyone who's life is affected by the disease or works with people suffering from it.
To find out more and sign up call the training projects administrator on 0207 091 2008.
Last updated at 2:20pm, 11th March 2010
Counterfeit notes found in the city
We're being advised to check our wallets after a string of counterfeit notes have been found around the city.
The dodgy £20 notes look normal but show up as fakes under ultra violet scanners.
Any shops who handle the cash are being urged to be extra careful.
Last updated at 12:54pm, 11th March 2010
We're being advised to check our wallets after a string of counterfeit notes have been found around the city.
The dodgy £20 notes look normal but show up as fakes under ultra violet scanners.
Any shops who handle the cash are being urged to be extra careful.
Last updated at 12:54pm, 11th March 2010
Search is on for Canaries fan of the year
Does your son, daughter or husband live and breathe the Canaries?
The club are now on the look out for the Aviva Fan of The Year.
The winner will receive the cup at the last game of the season which is against Carlisle on May 8th.
For more details just go to the link below.
www.canaries.co.uk.
Last updated at 12:53pm, 11th March 2010
Does your son, daughter or husband live and breathe the Canaries?
The club are now on the look out for the Aviva Fan of The Year.
The winner will receive the cup at the last game of the season which is against Carlisle on May 8th.
For more details just go to the link below.
www.canaries.co.uk.
Last updated at 12:53pm, 11th March 2010
Cuts to fire engines and jobs
Despite big financial pressures, Norfolk's fire service say they can still provide a 1st class service.
There're gonna be massive changes to the service as they look to save one and a half million pounds over 5 years.
The plans include having 4 fire engines covering the Norwich area instead of 5 and we'd see job cuts across the county.
After another big meeting in April, you'll then be able to have your say in a 12 week consultation.
Last updated at 12:53pm, 11th March 2010
Despite big financial pressures, Norfolk's fire service say they can still provide a 1st class service.
There're gonna be massive changes to the service as they look to save one and a half million pounds over 5 years.
The plans include having 4 fire engines covering the Norwich area instead of 5 and we'd see job cuts across the county.
After another big meeting in April, you'll then be able to have your say in a 12 week consultation.
Last updated at 12:53pm, 11th March 2010
Internet safety advice from Norfolk police
Norfolk Police are trying to make sure your kids are safe while on websites like Facebook and Bebo.
They're dishing out online safety advice for parents.
It's after a serial sex offender who was jailed for life for raping and murdering a 17 year old he met through facebook.
For more info just go to the link below.
www.norfolk.police.uk.
Last updated at 12:49pm, 11th March 2010
Norfolk Police are trying to make sure your kids are safe while on websites like Facebook and Bebo.
They're dishing out online safety advice for parents.
It's after a serial sex offender who was jailed for life for raping and murdering a 17 year old he met through facebook.
For more info just go to the link below.
www.norfolk.police.uk.
Last updated at 12:49pm, 11th March 2010
Record numbers renew for Norwich City
Looks like plenty of you want to see the Canaries in action next season.
A record number of fans have renewed their tickets for the 2010-11 campaign.
More than 18,500 have.
The next deadline to renew your tickets is April 10th.
Last updated at 12:48pm, 11th March 2010
Looks like plenty of you want to see the Canaries in action next season.
A record number of fans have renewed their tickets for the 2010-11 campaign.
More than 18,500 have.
The next deadline to renew your tickets is April 10th.
Last updated at 12:48pm, 11th March 2010
Councils call for cash to fix potholes
You'll probably go over some potholes today while driving into work or doing the school run.
After the worst winter in 30 years roads across the county's roads are full of them.
Councils across the country are asking the Government for 100 million pounds to help patch up our roads.
To report a pothole to the city council send details and pictures of potholes to info@norwich.gov.uk
Last updated at 12:41pm, 11th March 2010
You'll probably go over some potholes today while driving into work or doing the school run.
After the worst winter in 30 years roads across the county's roads are full of them.
Councils across the country are asking the Government for 100 million pounds to help patch up our roads.
To report a pothole to the city council send details and pictures of potholes to info@norwich.gov.uk
Last updated at 12:41pm, 11th March 2010
