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University of East Anglia (UEA) have some famous faces amongst its alumni.

LOCAL historian DR PAUL JENNINGS looks back at the drama society at Lister’s Mill - part of the immense range of social, cultural and sporting activities its thousands of workers enjoyed: The Dramatic Society made its debut in 1925 with Raffles but I begin with its 1933 production of A Lass from Lister’s, written by Herbert Wright and produced by Clara Wright. This musical comedy was largely based on the rise to fame of Pat Paterson, the Hollywood actress who was born in Bradford and ha...

Kent people recognised in the Queens New Year Honours list 2021  |  Updated: 18:02, 31 December 2020 As we reach the end of a year like no other its time to recognise those who have gone above and beyond. A childrens author, a choreographer and fire fighter are among those to receive a Queens New Year Honour. NSPCC Chief Executive Peter Wanless receives a Knighthood Peter Thomas Wanless, Chief Executive Officer, NSPCC receives a Knighthood for services to Children, to Young People and to the...

Peter Howell, from Coltishall, has worked for Norfolk law firm Hansells Solicitors for 50 years. - Credit: Newsmakers A north Norfolk lawyer is celebrating an increasingly rare milestone - 50 years with the same company.  Peter Howell joined Hansells Solicitors aged just 16 as the office junior directly after leaving Sheringham High School in 1970. Mr Howell, now 66, is just as well known for his work on stage as behind a desk - he has acted in theatre productions across Norfolk for decade...

But suddenly, on December 11, it had all become irrelevant. On that day Edward broke the news, in a dramatic radio broadcast, that he was giving up the throne to marry American socialite Wallis Simpson. It caused international shock. However, in our town – now re-branded a city – life went on, with everyone gearing up for a sunny Christmas and New Year. December marriage licences soared to 23. And, according to the Standard, “although only six months of the licensing year have pass...