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Don't miss the chance to apply for trade space at Visit Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival in aid of EAAA
Visit Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival in aid of East Anglian Air Ambulance is reminding traders that applications to take space at the event will close on Thursday, June 15.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council links with East Coast College to launch new internship programme
Great Yarmouth Borough Council and East Coast College have announced the launch of a new supported-internship collaboration with DFN Project SEARCH, building on the success of the scheme's 10-year partnership with the James Paget University Hospital.
Council invites people to attend D-Day anniversary service
Great Yarmouth Borough Council invites all residents of Great Yarmouth and surrounding communities to join a special ceremony honouring the historic D-Day landings.
Thrilling attractions lined up for this year's Visit Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival in aid of East Anglian Air Ambulance
Plans are well underway for Visit Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival 2023 as the event prepares to take over the Golden Mile on Saturday, July 1, from 10am to 6pm and Sunday, July 2, from 10am to 4pm.
Last call for people to apply for UK's biggest outdoor bowls festival
The Visit Great Yarmouth Festival of Bowls, one of the most anticipated events in the world of bowls, is excited to remind participants that the closing date for registrations is rapidly approaching on Thursday, June 1.
Councillor Penny Carpenter announced as Mayor Elect for Great Yarmouth
Councillor Penny Carpenter is preparing to become Mayor Elect for Great Yarmouth for the 2023/2024 municipal year after being voted in by her fellow councillors.
People are invited to foxtrot around Great Yarmouth Town Hall at upcoming Afternoon Tea Dance events
Great Yarmouth Town Hall is thrilled to announce its upcoming series of Afternoon Tea Dances, set to bring joy, elegance and delightful dancing to the heart of the community. This initiative aims to provide a wonderful social experience for residents and visitors alike.
High Court ruling protects key Great Yarmouth seafront hotels from hostel use
Great Yarmouth Borough Council's legal action relating to the use of hotels to house asylum seekers has successfully concluded with a ruling that protects the town's economically vital seafront area hotels from being used as hostels.
Great Yarmouth Town Hall announces Spring offer for wedding packages
The events team at Great Yarmouth Town Hall has announced a money-saving offer for wedding packages that is sure to put a spring in the step of those planning to get married.
Council launches new part-night lighting scheme
In an effort to reduce the council's carbon footprint and save running costs, Great Yarmouth Borough Council has announced a new scheme which will see part-night lighting introduced in low-crime areas where there is limited through traffic.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council local election results
Today's local election result means the Conservatives now have 19 seats on the council, Labour 18 and there are two independents.
Mayor raises the Coronation flag for His Majesty King Charles III
Councillors, Great Yarmouth Borough Council officers and members of the public joined Cllr Graham Plant, Mayor of Great Yarmouth, in a flag-raising ceremony today (Wednesday, May 3) in preparation for this weekend's Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council adopts new open space planning guidance
Great Yarmouth Borough Council has formally adopted its Open Space Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) following a public consultation.
Wildflower meadow to be created in Caister park
A new wildflower meadow is set to be planted at Diana Way park in Caister as part of planned improvements to the area.
We have a bridge!
We are delighted to inform you that excellent progress is being made at this key stage of the project.
Newtown Community Centre to reopen and serve local community
Following renovation and restoration, Newtown Community Centre in Beatty Close, Great Yarmouth, will reopen with new occupiers Darren and Laura Wheeler taking over.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council invites candidates for local elections
Great Yarmouth Borough Council is officially inviting nominations for candidates in the local elections, which take place on Thursday, May 4, 2023.
Coronation celebrations set to honour volunteers
The Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) is encouraging nominations for its official Coronation project, the Coronation Champion Awards for volunteers.