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Construction work starts at The Place, Great Yarmouth's £17m new library and learning centre
Construction has this week started on ambitious £17m regeneration plans to turn the former Palmers department store in Great Yarmouth into a new public library and university and learning centre called The Place.
Great Yarmouth shines bright for Organ Donation Week
Great Yarmouth and Gorleston are set to shine even brighter during this year's Organ Donation Week with six of the borough's most iconic buildings illuminated to raise awareness and encourage discussions about the importance of organ donation.
RSPCA recognises Great Yarmouth Borough Council's dog warden services with gold award
Great Yarmouth Borough Council is delighted to announce that it has, once again, been honoured with the prestigious RSPCA PawPrints: Stray Dog Services Award (Gold). This recognition underscores the council's unwavering commitment to the welfare of stray dogs and its dedication to providing outstanding animal care services.
Gorleston's redeveloped Clifftop Tennis Courts serve up official opening
Gorleston's ace Clifftop Tennis Courts are set to be officially opened following major investment and improvements earlier this year.
Future brides and grooms invited to view Great Yarmouth Town Hall as wedding venue
For one day only Great Yarmouth Town Hall, one of the town's premier wedding venues, will be opening its doors to prospective wedding couples planning on tying the knot.
Great Yarmouth Arts Festival
ORGANISERS of the Great Yarmouth Arts Festival are calling on local community groups to take part in this year's Carnival parade this summer.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council launches customer feedback survey to help improve services
Great Yarmouth Borough Council has announced an online customer feedback survey to help it better understand residents' needs.
Arts, culture and heritage businesses invited to express interest for funding
Great Yarmouth Borough Council is inviting local businesses in the arts, culture and heritage sectors to express an interest in available capital grants, funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
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.