A councillor proposes lower speed limits for urban Norfolk areas to enhance safety and cut insurance costs. Norfolk Streets Could See More 20mph Speed Limits Under New Proposals David Sayers, a Liberal Democrat councillor, wants lower speed limits. He asked for a “20’s Plenty” plan. This would lower speed limits in urban areas. He spoke…
Find recent death notices from the Ipswich Star. Remember and honor the memories of loved ones. Condolences can be sent online. Ipswich Star Recent Death Notices Honor Loved Ones Memories The online death notices will stay available. These notices honor the memories of loved ones. People can send condolences online by visiting the specific death…
Crackdown on improper parking at Arbroath Sports Centre. Wardens will patrol and issue fines to offenders. Arbroath Sports Centre Tackles Abusive Parking in Disabled Bays Drivers near Arbroath Sports Centre are getting warnings. People park poorly near the sports center. It’s been a rising problem since the Covid-19 pandemic. Some park in disabled bays without…
Explore the history of Ipswich Waterfront House, from its origins as a grain warehouse to its future as a cultural center. Ipswich Waterfront House Past Grain Store to Cultural Hub Waterfront House is an iconic building overlooking Neptune Quay. People think it dates back to the 18th century. It was first a grain warehouse, used…
Norfolk council details spending of £15m pothole cash on repairs, prevention, and infrastructure improvements. Norfolk Council Reveals £15m Pothole Repair and Prevention Plan The council received over £56m for road upkeep. This came from the Labour government. It’s £15m more than they expected. The council will use about £1.7m for potholes, spending the money on…
Campaigners fight plans for a huge wind farm, fearing environmental damage and broken promises. Wind Farm Expansion Faces Resistance on Scout Moor Scout Moor has 26 wind turbines already. There’s a plan named ‘Scout Moor II’ that proposes installing 21 bigger turbines nearby. Cubico says the new turbines could power 100,000 homes yearly, which is…
Plans filed to convert a former cafe into a five-bedroom HMO on Durham’s Silver Street. Focus on noise, flood risks and local rules. Silver Street HMO Plan Lodged for Former Durham Cafe Restaurant Ward Group wants to change a Silver Street building. The plan is to create a five-bedroom house there. It used to be…
New Lidl store opens February 20 in Preston, creating jobs and expanding shopping options for locals. Lidl to Open New Store in Penwortham, Boosting Preston Area A new store branch opens February 20, boosting the Preston area. This project cost millions of pounds and will make around 40 new jobs available. The store’s opening hours…
Lancashire sees a surge in arrests related to dangerous dog offenses, despite the XL Bully ban. Lancashire Dog Offence Arrests Double, Dangerous Dogs A Concern Okay, listen, I’ve got some news about dog-related arrests. Last year, police made 1,264 arrests due to dangerous dogs. These dogs injured people or assistance dogs. A freedom of information…
Oases wins a Charity Heroes Award from Benefact Group for its Climate Friendly Schools project. Award gives £5,000. Durham Charity Oases Honored at Benefact Groups Charity Heroes Awards Oases won a Charity Heroes Award from Benefact Group. They were one of seven winners! The award recognized their Climate Friendly Schools project. This project helps schools…