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Delays on train firm's first day

Commuters face delays caused by track problems and a broken down train on the first full day of a new train operator running services.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:34:50 GMT

Queen commemorates 60-year reign

The Queen visits a school in Norfolk and there are gun salutes around the UK as she marks the 60th anniversary of her accession to the throne.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:21:09 GMT

In pictures: Snowfall in the East

People across the East of England make the most of their cameras to capture the region having fun in the snow.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:06:59 GMT

Web profile 'can hinder job hunt'

Experts urge prospective job candidates to ensure they take care of what they share on social networking websites.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:20:25 GMT

Three charged over Boston death

Lincolnshire Police charge three men with the murder of a man whose body was found in a Boston waterway.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:36:50 GMT

Dutch firm takes on Anglia trains

A new operator starts running train services across the eastern counties.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:22:16 GMT

Three arrested over Boston murder

Two men are arrested in Norfolk on suspicion of murdering a 28-year-old Polish man whose body was found in a waterway in Lincolnshire.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:29:50 GMT

Sculpture marks football ground

A new sculpture is unveiled to remember Norwich City Football Club's first ground

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:59:31 GMT

Jobs hope after TV studios sale

High-definition TV studios, among the most advanced in Europe, are sold by a council

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:54:11 GMT

MRI a 'quantum leap' in research

A new scanner at a Norfolk hospital will enable pioneering research into obesity, scientists say

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:58:34 GMT

Pilkington hails Norwich response

Norwich City midfielder Anthony Pilkington praises his side's ability to recover from disappointment.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:22:49 GMT

Parker seeks psychological boost

Barbara Parker hopes working with a sport psychologist will help improve her times in the 3,000 metre steeplechase.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:22:43 GMT

Best match of my reign - Lambert

Norwich City manager Paul Lambert rates Saturday's 2-0 win over Bolton as his team's best display since he took over at Carrow Road.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:24:27 GMT

Norwich 2-0 Bolton

Norwich secure their fifth home league win of the season with victory over Bolton, despite losing both centre-halves to injury.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:52:13 GMT

Martin astonished by Norwich rise

Norwich City defender Russell Martin says his rise to the Premier League has been better than he could imagine.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:42:48 GMT

Latest: VoluME digital magazine

The new February edition of VoluME magazine - taking an in-depth look into the best new music in Norfolk - is out now.

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:42:05 GMT

Send your music to BBC Introducing

Ready to share your music with the rest of the world? If you live in Norfolk and you're producing original music then send it in.

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:38:46 GMT

Tourism tax considered in Norfolk

Businesses consider levying a tax on visitors to help fund coastal erosion management schemes

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:11:59 GMT

Webcam views from BBC Norfolk

Take a look around the wonderful county of Norfolk via our selection of webcams.

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:10:23 GMT

Lollipop lady given torch honour

A lollipop lady with a black belt in ju-jitsu says she is "very honoured" after being chosen to carry the Olympic flame through Norfolk.

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:55:25 GMT

Norfolk's torch route is revealed

The places the Olympic torch will visit in Norfolk prior to London 2012 are revealed by the Games' organisers.

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 02:26:35 GMT

VIDEO: Queen's visit thrill for pupils

Nursery school pupils performed a special show for the Queen to mark the 60th anniversary of her accession to the throne.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:48:37 GMT

VIDEO: Out with police on a snow patrol

Norfolk traffic police targeted rush-hour drivers who had failed to clear the snow from their cars.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:37:52 GMT

VIDEO: Effects of social media profile

As part of BBC Share Take Care campaign, Inside Out has been finding out how your digital footprint could harm your job prospects.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:48:36 GMT

VIDEO: Queen plants trees at Sandringham

The Queen has planted trees at the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk to mark her Diamond Jubilee.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:28:52 GMT

VIDEO: Controversy over TV studio deal

A buyer has been found for the Epic TV studios in Norwich which were bailed out by taxpayers.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:33:55 GMT

VIDEO: Wildlife 'facing a tough summer'

Nature experts have warned this summer could be the worst for wildlife for more than 30 years because of low water levels in the eastern region.

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:58:01 GMT

VIDEO: Drought sparks hosepipe ban warning

The Environment Agency has warned that the eastern region faces a summer water shortage after its driest spell in 90 years.

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:01:31 GMT

VIDEO: Quaker tapestry goes on display

A tapestry inspired by a Quaker song and made by 4000 people across 15 countries has gone on show at Ely Cathedral.

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:04:20 GMT

VIDEO: Seaside village plans tourism tax

A Norfolk seaside resort is considering the introduction of a voluntary tourism tax to help pay for coastal maintenance projects.

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:55:52 GMT

News supplied by BBC News - Norfolk · Last updated on Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:39:01 GMT

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