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Delegation to Westminster highlights national importance of Great Yarmouth's growing wind energy sector
A SENIOR delegation from Great Yarmouth travelled to Westminster recently to highlight to energy minister, Claire Perry, the national importance of the borough's growing offshore wind energy sector.
£40m extra funding to boost regeneration and better protect thousands of homes against flooding
Thousands of properties across England will be better protected against the threat of flooding thanks to a multi-million pound investment by the government, Environment Minister Thérèse Coffey confirmed today (Friday 20 July).
Festival marking Great Yarmouth's maritime heritage is returning for the 19th year
A popular event celebrating the rich seafaring history of Great Yarmouth is set to sail back into town this autumn.
Everyone invited to open day to mark golden anniversary of Great Yarmouth Crematorium
You are invited to a special open day to mark the crematorium's golden anniversary.
Public asked to be patient as Waterways restoration is underway
PLEASE bear with us - it will be worth the wait. That is the message from Great Yarmouth Borough Council as the whole Venetian Waterways site is set to be closed for restoration from Monday, July 23.
Norfolk's mayors and chairmen to embark on special tour of county's heritage for Norfolk Day
All of Norfolk's mayors and chairmen will set out together on a special tour of the county next Wednesday (July 18) to celebrate its rich and unique cultural heritage ahead of Norfolk Day, on Friday, July 27.
Community invited to consider findings of coastal management study at Hemsby
THE FINDINGS of a study, considering options for managing the coastline at Hemsby, will be presented to the community on Thursday, July 19 - ensuring well-informed conversations can now take place to try to identify a way forward.
Calling all young performers for speakeasy fun at St. George's Theatre
Gang warfare, waged with custard pies, is about to break out in St. George's Theatre as young actors audition for parts in a fun musical show.
Photographic Frieze at Great Yarmouth Train Station
A 55 metre long frieze of photographs taken by local train enthusiast Mark Potton has been installed at Great Yarmouth Train Station, thanks to originalprojects; a Great Yarmouth based arts organisation.
Genteel resort finds fame with movie star role
A "secret" seaside town in Norfolk is set to find international stardom - as the backdrop in a major movie.
Free international feast served to Middlegate residents
Great Yarmouth Library will be transformed into an international food-fest for people living on the Middlegate Estate when they are invited to take part in a survey about their neighbourhood.
Closure order sends a strong message about anti-social behaviour
A flat in Great Yarmouth used for illegal drug activity has been shut down. The property in Ordnance Road, managed by Great Yarmouth Borough Council, has been at the centre of drug use and anti-social behaviour for several months.
Great Yarmouth the perfect port of call for American cruise tourists
More than 450 American tourists will call into the Port of Great Yarmouth this Saturday (30th June) as the Norfolk town prepares to welcome one of its first ever cruise ships.
Special cars and big commercial vehicles to star at GY Wheels Festival on Great Yarmouth seafront
VISITORS to Great Yarmouth seafront will enjoy the spectacle of scores of prestige, classic and bespoke cars, as well as big commercial vehicles, as part of the GY Wheels Festival, on Saturday, July 7 and Sunday, July 8.
Danny Boyle to film 'beach gig' scene at Gorleston for new movie
AROUND 5,000 extras are set to gather on Gorleston Beach this Wednesday as director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Richard Curtis return to shoot a key scene for their latest film.
New cashless pay-by-phone service for car parking in Great Yarmouth
MOTORISTS in the Great Yarmouth borough can wave goodbye to the inconvenience of digging around for the correct parking change - thanks to a new cashless pay-by-phone service.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council is finalist for two MJ Local Government Achievement Awards
GREAT Yarmouth Borough Council is up for two trophies in a national awards scheme recognising excellence in local government - with the winners set to be announced in London next week.
Thousands expected on seafront as Great Yarmouth 'gears up' for GY Wheels Festival
GREAT Yarmouth is "gearing up" for the fourth GY Wheels Festival, which will see scores of special vehicles - plus up to 15,000 visiting motorcyclists - create a spectacle along the Golden Mile.