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The Great Yarmouth Mercury is a paid-for weekly newspaper published every Friday. Our website is updated daily at www.greatyarmouthmercury.co.uk, but you can keep up to date with breaking news by liking our page. If you have a story to tell or pictures to share, you can get in touch via page or contact the newsroom on 01493 847954.

"She was a devoted wife who will be sadly missed"
07/04/2024

"She was a devoted wife who will be sadly missed"

The 91-year-old died after being “clipped by a car” in Great Yarmouth just metres away from a pedestrian crossing.

If approved, the community centre will more than double its current parking spaces 🚗
07/04/2024

If approved, the community centre will more than double its current parking spaces 🚗

Persistent parking problems have led to plans being lodged for Heathlands Social Club in Blofield Heath with Broadland District Council.

The plans have caused controversy
06/04/2024

The plans have caused controversy

A former mental health hospital in Catfield, north Norfolk, is to be turned into 21 homes despite backlash from locals.

Our thoughts with all of her loved ones ❤
06/04/2024

Our thoughts with all of her loved ones ❤

The mother of popular Norwich landlord, Felix Snell, has died. An inquest into the death of Jeanne Pink was opened at Norfolk Coroner's Court.

Have you seen the band?
06/04/2024

Have you seen the band?

A band, the Uninvited, is ending their break with two special performances in Gorleston.

The developments are looking good! 😀
06/04/2024

The developments are looking good! 😀

Three developments taking place at Gorleston's James Paget University Hospital have been photographed from the sky.

A great partnership
06/04/2024

A great partnership

A four-year partnership between James Paget Hospital and Tesco stores benefits scores of patients.

Hay fever season incoming! 🤧
05/04/2024

Hay fever season incoming! 🤧

The Met Office has predicted high pollen levels this weekend in Norfolk, with many suffering hay fever symptoms and pollen allergies in the UK.

Watch out for these scams this week ⚠️
05/04/2024

Watch out for these scams this week ⚠️

From offers of a free air fryer to fake calls from the DVLA, here is a round-up of the ones you should know about this week.

It may be time to find your sunglasses 😎☀️
05/04/2024

It may be time to find your sunglasses 😎☀️

Storm Kathleen is set to bring some surprising effects to Norfolk's weather as it hits the county this week.

Candidates have been announced in other parts of the country
05/04/2024

Candidates have been announced in other parts of the country

As Great Yarmouth's next Conservative candidate is still to be announced, there is speculation it could be a senior borough councillor.

It was feared to be an act of vandalism.
05/04/2024

It was feared to be an act of vandalism.

Great Yarmouth Borough Council has faced backlash after a number of headstones were laid flat on the floor of Gorleston Cemetery.

It is being held in Lowestoft
05/04/2024

It is being held in Lowestoft

A series of animated railway posters that have been inspired by traditional artwork are being showcased as part of a special exhibition in Lowestoft.

Our thoughts are with his family
05/04/2024

Our thoughts are with his family

An inquest has opened into the death of a 60-year-old Acle man who died in hospital after choking on food.

Fingers crossed the weather improves for it! 🤞
04/04/2024

Fingers crossed the weather improves for it! 🤞

Stewards at Great Yarmouth's Easter Fair have high hopes the weather will improve over the weekend.

"It is a sad time and we don't know what else to do.”
04/04/2024

"It is a sad time and we don't know what else to do.”

Kerrison Toys in King Street in Great Yarmouth is “exploring” the option of closing down.

We love the Pavilion! ♥
04/04/2024

We love the Pavilion! ♥

A new chief executive has taken over Gorleston Pavilion and he has ambitious plans to secure its future while honouring its former custodians.

Let us know what you've spotted 👇
04/04/2024

Let us know what you've spotted 👇

Here are seven types of wildlife you can see in Norfolk this April.

The awards celebrate Norfolk's cultural champions 🙌
04/04/2024

The awards celebrate Norfolk's cultural champions 🙌

Voting is now open for the Norfolk Arts Awards 2024, celebrating the county's cultural champions.

The disruption is expected to last a month⚠️
04/04/2024

The disruption is expected to last a month⚠️

The A1064 Norwich Road in Filby is set to see a month of disruption with a 15-mile diversion as a major roadwork scheme is set to begin in April.

So glad to see Boogie Nights is still going strong! 🕺💃
04/04/2024

So glad to see Boogie Nights is still going strong! 🕺💃

Popular club night Boogie Nights returned on the Bank Holiday weekend inside its new Great Yarmouth venue.

Work on the A47 is on hold due to the legal challenge 🛣️
04/04/2024

Work on the A47 is on hold due to the legal challenge 🛣️

National Highways has confirmed the bulk of work on three major Norfolk A47 schemes is back on hold because of a legal challenge.

"People are still losing their lives on Norfolk roads as a result of the selfish behaviours of others behind the wheel."
03/04/2024

"People are still losing their lives on Norfolk roads as a result of the selfish behaviours of others behind the wheel."

Police will be increasing patrols across Norfolk as part of a month-long road safety campaign.

What a lovely pub! 😍
03/04/2024

What a lovely pub! 😍

The Blackfriars Tavern in Great Yarmouth has won two pub of the year awards from CAMRA's East Norfolk branch.

Check out this new fire-pit roast on the Norfolk Broads! 😋
03/04/2024

Check out this new fire-pit roast on the Norfolk Broads! 😋

Chesca's Yard has expanded its food catering van after taking over a boat yard in Reedham to offer a new fire pit roast menu in the Norfolk Broads.

The work will take seven weeks! ⚠️
03/04/2024

The work will take seven weeks! ⚠️

A seven-week pavement reconstruction project is set to get under way in University Crescent in Gorleston.

"He didn't have a bad bone in his body. He was a gentle, well-mannered, likeable person going through a hard time" 😢
03/04/2024

"He didn't have a bad bone in his body. He was a gentle, well-mannered, likeable person going through a hard time" 😢

An inquest has been opened into the death of 65-year-old David Cubberley whose body was found near Hickling on the Norfolk Broads.

Summer is just around the corner! ☀️🌻
03/04/2024

Summer is just around the corner! ☀️🌻

Anglian Water has ruled out a hosepipe ban in Norfolk this summer following the wettest 18 months on record.

Norfolk to be hotter than the Algarve this weekend ☀️😎
03/04/2024

Norfolk to be hotter than the Algarve this weekend ☀️😎

Weather hotter than the Algarve have been forecasted for areas in Norfolk with parts of the county to reach 21C.

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Great Yarmouth's new market building is officially open
Great Yarmouth's new market building is officially open

Great Yarmouth's £4.7m market revamp has officially opened! 😯 Cooking demonstrations, live music and a trail for free pick 'n' mix were part of the festivities, with market chips continuing to be a big draw

Great Yarmouth Herring Bridge is finally opened in town
Great Yarmouth Herring Bridge is finally opened in town

A historic day! Hundreds of people gather to celebrate the opening of the Herring Bridge👇 After a wait of three years - and then a countdown of 10 seconds - the new bridge in Great Yarmouth has finally opened.

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The Prince of Wales has arrived at the Royal Norfolk Show for a surprise visit!
The Prince of Wales has arrived at the Royal Norfolk Show for a surprise visit!

The Prince of Wales has arrived at the Royal Norfolk Show for a surprise visit!

Norfolk Accident Rescue Service: Glenn's Story
Norfolk Accident Rescue Service: Glenn's Story

Everyday heroes don't wear capes, they have fur and wear responder suits. Watch Glenn’s story and see the amazing work NARS voluntary Paramedic Craig Smith does to provide this life-saving service in the Norfolk community. To find out more, visit www.nars.org.uk

Drone footage of Great Yarmouth's third river crossing
Drone footage of Great Yarmouth's third river crossing

Stunning drone footage shows how much progress has been made as work continues on Great Yarmouth's £121m third river crossing.

International Women's Day 2022
International Women's Day 2022

Happy International Women's Day from all of us here in the Archant newsrooms! 🙌 Together, we can all #BreakTheBias - on International Women's Day and beyond!

Stars of Norfolk 2021
Stars of Norfolk 2021

The Stars of Norfolk and Waveney Awards are back and you can nominate those often unseen acts of kindness, bravery and selflessness that make our communities so special ❤️ Nominate here https://www.edp24.co.uk/lifestyle/enter-stars-of-norfolk-and-waveney-2021-8409334

Reporter James went on the snails for the first time since he was about ten on Saturday. It got him thinking...

CCTV of strangled Yarmouth woman released as murder probe continues
CCTV of strangled Yarmouth woman released as murder probe continues

Police are hoping by releasing this CCTV footage may jog someone’s memory and encourage those who may have seen Linda on either Thursday, (June 10th) or Friday (June 11th) to come forward. Read more: https://www.greatyarmouthmercury.co.uk/news/crime/police-release-last-seen-cctv-of-linda-hood-8088576

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Old Buckenham Airshow 2021
Old Buckenham Airshow 2021

Book tickets for the award winning Old Buckenham Airshow 2021 and save 10% on the gate price….Kids under 12 are free! Tickets - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/buckenhamaviationcentreltd/315665

Pettitts Animal Adventure Park
Pettitts Animal Adventure Park

Pettitts Animal Adventure Park are open for business! Why not take the family out for a day of fun rides, live shows, animals and more. Want to know what you can do? Take a look👇

The Beast from the East: A year on
The Beast from the East: A year on

It was a year ago this week!

CCTV Footage of the Pier Hotel Theft
CCTV Footage of the Pier Hotel Theft

ICYMI WATCH CCTV footage of The Pier Hotel theft.

Out There Festival 2018 - This Weekend!
Out There Festival 2018 - This Weekend!

Looking for something to do this weekend? This festival is not only local but also free😀🎉!

Friends make appeal in search for Tony Green
Friends make appeal in search for Tony Green

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The Great Yarmouth Mercury is a paid-for weekly newspaper published every Friday. Our website is updated daily at www.greatyarmouthmercury.co.uk, but you can keep up to date with breaking news by liking our page. If you have a story to tell or pictures to share, you can get in touch via page or contact the newsroom on 01493 847954. For the advertising department, call 01493 335000. The Mercury page is updated by the editorial team, editor Andrew Fitchett and reporters Liz, Daniel and Sarah.

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