Norwich, England News

A fundraiser collecting money in memory of the soldier brutally murdered in south-east London has hailed the "amazing" generosity of shoppers in the city who have contributed hundreds of pounds.

The Young Norfolk Arts Festival 2013, which is supported by the EDP, will see an array of organisations work together to provide a stage on which Norfolk's young people can showcase their talents in all things cultural.

Westlife singer Nicky Byrne has become the latest in a long line of people to pay tribute to Norwich disabled rights campaigner Ben Parkin.

Mark Girdling has had his garden shed robbed of two expensive custom-made minimoto racing bikes which were for there son.

A leading Norfolk agricultural charity, the Clan Trust, has continued to support projects to benefit young and old alike, members were told at the latest annual "feast". The charity's founder, east Norfolk farmer Rob Alston, directed that the trustees and directors should also hold an annual dinner for supporters and guests who have helped to ... (more)

A public inquiry which could govern where thousands of new homes are built around Norwich has been adjourned to give councils more time to convince a planning inspector that their plans are sound.

Long Stratton residents are being asked to respond to an Area Action Plan consultation which includes the development of a long-awaited bypass, at least 1,800 homes and employment opportunities.

PRCA's new made-for-TV Champions Challenge is set to debut in Redding. As part of its ongoing commitment to increasing the popularity of the cowboy sport, the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association will launch a special made-for-TV series of Champions Challenge rodeos this year on Great American Country, featuring 10 top competitors in each event ... (more)

Schoolchildren, from left, Rufus Child, 10; Peter Allen, 14; and Charlotte Smith, 9; unveil the statues of their designs of local figures between Riverside and Norwich Station.

The parents of a popular Norwich disabled campaigner have paid tribute to an "incredibly caring" son following his death at the age of 25.

A multi-million pound road on the edge of Norwich could be delayed by a further year, it has emerged.

Education Secretary Michael Gove has approved 102 new free school applications to open across the country in 2014 and beyond, which includes the Jane Austen College in Norwich.

The family of a Norwich gunsmith who died following a crash on the A47 near Dereham has paid tribute to him.

Youngsters from around East Anglia will be taking part in a range of scientific challenges, as well as solving a murder and witnessing a dramatic 'Kitchen Chemistry' science show at the University of East Anglia this week.

A Norwich man saved his sleeping neighbours when flames from a suspected arson attack on a garden shed threatened to spread to nearby homes.

Fears for the safety of a missing Norwich woman are growing - leaving her friends and family desperate to hear news that she is safe.

On the eve of a pivotal public hearing governing where thousands of homes could be built around the fringe of Norwich, campaigners are attacking the growth targets and policies which could shape the city's future.

The head of the new health watchdog for Norfolk has called on the under-performing East of England Ambulance Service to be given time to turnaround its fortunes.

Band Sounds Imperial celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Beatles Norwich gig with a rooftop tribute on the balcony of the Forum, Norwich.

The academy trust behind a new science and maths Free School is refusing to give up on hopes of moving into Norwich's historic former fire station in September - despite the proposals still not getting planning approval.