Lynn News

29/07/2024

All waste recycling centres could be closed on Wednesdays if the plans are approved

Councillors could agree to switch off a number of streetlights and reduce recycling centre opening hours when they meet next week.

29/07/2024

It is believed the men may have also approached other nearby homes and spoken to residents

Police have launched an appeal for witnesses after a burglary saw more than a thousand pounds worth of items stolen.

29/07/2024

Calling for help, hospital volunteer David, 71, a retired RAF pilot, lept into action 👏

A couple got an unexpected surprise when their baby daughter made her entrance into the world in a hospital lift.

29/07/2024

‘I know the slight rise in weapons and knife offences will be concerning to some people’

The latest figures show that overall crime in Norfolk has fallen by 11.6% - but knife offences and shoplifting are on the rise.

29/07/2024

‘The balance in his mind was not clear, normal common sense had departed’

Emergency services were called after a drink-driver crashed into another stationary vehicle one evening.

29/07/2024

They saw him swallowing a substance while sitting in the car

Police who spotted a man taking drugs in his car found more illegal substances in his car.

29/07/2024

A big season ahead for the Linnets, who have two home friendlies this week.

Adam Lakeland wants to restore a connection between the club and the town by turning his side into a promotion-challenging outfit next season.

28/07/2024

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28/07/2024

Another friendly win for Linnets - brief details and pictures.

King’s Lynn Town finished their summer schedule on their travels with another win as the new National League North season creeps ever closer.

28/07/2024

Michelle, who has cerebral palsy, rides at grade one in the events

A rider fought off competition to gain first place at the National Riding for the Disabled Dressage Championships.

28/07/2024

Club is confident rider will return early next month.

King's Lynn remain hopeful that Benjamin Basso can help ease their injury crisis by returning to the side in early August.

28/07/2024

In our regular On This Week column, we look back through the pages of the Lynn News from 1992…

In our regular On This Week column, we look back through the pages of the Lynn News from July 28 – August 3, 1992 as well as a picture from July 1992…

28/07/2024

In his weekly column, gardener Jamie Marsh discusses something which has truly changed his gardening life...

In his weekly Jamie’s Little Allotment column, gardener Jamie Marsh discusses summer sowing and something which has changed his gardening life...

28/07/2024

‘He has a drug habit, that can’t be denied’

Police who had reason to search a house discovered quantities of two types of drugs at the address.

28/07/2024

He told officers he paid 3,000 euros in Greece to avoid having to take a driving theory test as he struggles with literacy

A 35-year-old who allegedly showed police a fake Greek driving licence has had his case to crown court.

28/07/2024

‘He was trying to save himself a little bit of energy. Now he assures you that he will use a bicycle instead’

A disqualified driver who was trying to “save himself some energy” by getting about on an electric scooter found himself in court.

27/07/2024

A fine effort from Heacham on the opening day of the new football season.

There were plenty of positives to take away as the Paul Hunt era at Heacham got off to a losing start with a 2-1 home loss to Walsham le Willows.

27/07/2024

Can you give her one? Candy is a Russian Dwarf and is approximately 11 months old

Here’s our weekly Paws For Thought feature by staff from the RSPCA rehoming centre…

27/07/2024

The latest plans for our area 👇🏻

These are planning applications submitted to local councils this week.

27/07/2024

In his weekly Turnstone column, Hunstanton writer John Maiden discusses fox hunting, factory farming and international conflicts …

In his weekly Turnstone column, Hunstanton writer John Maiden discusses fox hunting, factory farming and international conflicts…

27/07/2024

‘It is a huge achievement to be given this prestigious award within our industry’ 👏🏻

A young travel agent has been recognised after winning an award at a ceremony.

27/07/2024

In his weekly column, Bar Man Jeff Hoyle discusses his recent trip to County Durham…

27/07/2024

In our weekly All Our Yesterdays feature, we look back at good causes reported in July over the years in the Lynn News…

27/07/2024

‘We need a new QEH by 2030 and to be getting on with it now’

In his weekly column, North West Norfolk MP James Wild argues Labour is causing uncertainty over the QEH rebuild…

27/07/2024

‘The last 12 months have been horrendous for him’

A driver whose car windows were tinted too dark - which is an offence - said he was unaware that he was disqualified from driving.

27/07/2024

An argument broke out before he pushed the woman to the floor and proceeded to punch and kick her

A 39-year-old who carried out a “fairly grim attack” on his ex-partner in front of a child is at risk of going to prison.

27/07/2024

He said that he had offered to pay for the sign, but that £280 was a “fairy tale” amount to fix a sign

A 43-year-old who decided to take his anger out on a menu sign at a town restaurant found himself in court for causing criminal damage.

26/07/2024

Last weekend was the first weekend it opened to the public at Hall Farm in Snettisham

A popular attraction for kids will open over a couple of weekends for the whole family to enjoy.

26/07/2024

This event is taking place on Sunday

A car show is being put on for a day of fun with a special guest making an appearance.