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'Brad's Bash' set to celebrate life of popular young cricketer

08:10 Thomas Chapman

'Brad's Bash' will remember Bradley Raper, from Scarning, who died following a collision near Thetford in October. Picture: Supplied by Chantelle Dwyer

Hundreds are set to remember a young cricketer who tragically died following a car crash.

Coastguard helicopter rescues man with leg injuries from Norfolk beach

11:19 Abigail Nicholson

A coastguard helicopter extracted a man with suspected nerve damage from a north Norfolk beach. Picture: RNLI / Mick Howes

A coastguard helicopter was called to rescue a man with suspected nerve damage from a north Norfolk beach.

Norfolk carers encouraged to apply for grants

09:00 Peter Hannam

Paddy Seligman, chairman of the Norfolk Millennium Trust for Carers. Picture: ARCHANT.

Carers in Norfolk are being encouraged to take advantage of grants available to improve their lives in the face of the increasing financial strains and stress of looking after a loved-one.

Internationally-acclaimed artist returning to county for first solo exhibition

07:30 Bethany Wales

Artist Jamie Hawkins will launch her first solo exhibition in Dereham in October. Photo: Jamie Hawkins

An artist who has won international respect for speaking out about how a harrowing assault sparked her work, is returning to the county to launch her first solo exhibition.

Weather Watch: An intense heatwave and a spectacular storm

Yesterday, 15:22

The Harding family on holiday from Rochester playing in 30c heat on Great Yarmouth beach. Picture: Neil Didsbury

Weather Watch: By Norman Brooks

Speed bumps may be added to a Norfolk town where dozens of homes have been approved

Yesterday, 12:40 Abigail Nicholson

File photo dated 05/06/2007 of a 20 miles per hour (mph) zone in East Dulwich, south London as Millions of drivers are facing the prospect of reduced speed limits in towns and cities across England and Wales, according to new research. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Issue date: Tuesday January 1, 2013. See PA story TRANSPORT Twenty. Photo credit should read: Stephen Kelly/PA Wire

Speed restrictions and bumps could be added to multiple roads surrounding a new housing estate in Dereham.

Dereham bids farewell to legendary stock car racer Horry Barnes

Fri, 17:17 Thomas Chapman

Family and friends carry the coffin at the funeral of stock car racing legend Horry Barnes at Dereham. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

A Dereham stalwart and stock car racing legend was given a stirring send-off as hundreds gathered to pay their respects.

Vegans call for butcher shops to be outlawed

'It could've been much worse' - skip firm 'lucky' after blaze tears through yard

Heatwave warning in place for bank holiday weekend with highs of 31C

Meet the musicians unveiling their album 27 years after its recording

Carer told widow husband who had been dead for 'some time' was sleeping

Large fire at salvage yard

Estate agent hub to open in town

Wait finally over as mid Norfolk students collect 'exceptional' GCSE results

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Dereham Sport

Crisp at the double to help Dereham through in FA Cup

Yesterday, 21:20 Rene Kendal

Ryan Crisp was on target for Dereham Town at Spalding Picture: Ian Burt

Dereham Town go into the hat for the FA Cup first qualifying round draw after an excellent 4-2 win away to Spalding United.

Dereham looking to build on solid start as FA Cup qualifying starts in Spalding

Yesterday, 07:00 Rene Kendal

Adam Smith is expected to return from injury for Dereham's FA Cup tie at Spalding Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

After gaining two useful points in their opening two Bet Victor Isthmian League Division One North fixtures, Dereham compete in the FA Cup this afternoon.

Gallery Sean Watson retains Dereham 5K title in thrilling finish as Bure Valley Harriers' Faith Viney wins ladies race

Sunday, August 18, 2019 Mark Armstrong

Action from the Dereham 5K on Sunday. Picture: Mark Hewlett Photography

Sean Watson won a thrilling sprint finish to retain his Dereham 5K title on Sunday.

Dereham Town let two-goal lead slip at home to Aveley

Sunday, August 18, 2019 Rene Kendal

Dereham's Adam Hipperson was on target against Aveley. Picture: Alan Palmer Photography

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'We feel well prepared for the start of the season' - Gusterson on Dereham Town's opener

Saturday, August 17, 2019 Rene Kendal

Dereham management team Adam Gusterson, left, and Olly Willis Picture: Ian Burt

Adam Gusterson has targeted a battle at the top end of the table as Dereham begin their BetVictor North Division campaign today.

Dereham Events

Classic car day set to attract the crowds and benefit town

Mon, 13:56 Thomas Chapman

Vintage vehicles will be on show at Swaffham Classic Car and Fun Day. Picture: Archant

A popular event showcasing some of the world's finest classic cars is set to return.

Fakenham Free Music Festival: Everything you need to know

Tuesday, August 13, 2019 Abigail Nicholson

Fakenham Music Festival. Photo: Keith Osborn

Music lovers are getting ready to enjoy Fakenham's third annual free music festival.

Gallery Review: Children's book exhibition is a 'fabulous find' for summer

Thursday, August 8, 2019 Donna-Louise Bishop

Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse is holding a co-curated exhibition called Once Upon a Time. Pictured is a Adam Clarke (6) and brother James in the Reading Den. Picture: DONNA-LOUISE BISHOP

Looking for somewhere different to take the kids during the holidays? Reporter DONNA-LOUISE BISHOP explains why a special children's book exhibition might just be the ideal day out.

'We waited months for this' - music fans react to cancellation of Houghton Festival

Thursday, August 8, 2019 Matthew Farmer

The festival entrance to the Houghton estate, without the expected crowds PICTURE: Matthew Farmer

Music fans and festival workers have expressed their disappointment over the last-minute cancellation of a major dance event in Norfolk.

Video 9 things to do with the kids in Norfolk when it rains

Thursday, August 8, 2019 Louisa Baldwin

Mckenzie Dolman at Gravity Trampoline Park Credit: DENISE BRADLEY

From a trampoline park to adventure play centre, don't let bad weather rain on your parade with plenty of brilliant indoor activities to enjoy in Norfolk.