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Investigation continues into fatal police shooting on A11

The investigation into the fatal police shooting of Tony Keeble on the A11 at Thetford is still ongoing, say officials.

24 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Biker in hospital after air ambulance called to crash at busy junction

A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a crash at the junction of Hurth Way and Rosecroft Way in Thetford.

22 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Major road closed after crash with police and fire crews called to scene

The A134 between Mundford and Thetford in Norfolk is closed after a car crash.

18 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Fire crews remain at scene of huge blaze in Thetford more than 40 hours later

After more than 40 hours battling a blaze at Wiser Recycling Centre in Thetford, Norfolk Fire and Rescue remains at the scene.

18 April 2026
East Anglian Daily Times

'I lost my memory after falling asleep at the wheel'

Jordan Peat, from Thetford, fell asleep at the wheel of his car on Barrow Hill, near Newmarket, driving back from his work at HMP Highpoint in Stradishall.

18 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Major blaze prompts ban on electrical items at Norfolk's recycling centres

A major blaze at a Thetford recycling business has triggered a ban on people taking electrical items and batteries to Norfolk's tips.

17 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Large fire breaks out at commercial building

A large fire has broken out at a commercial building in Brunel Way, in Thetford.

16 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Where to see rare and 'very secretive' bird of prey in Norfolk

From Thetford Forest to Felbrigg Hall, here are five places in and around Norfolk you might see the rare goshawk, a bird of prey that is making a return.

15 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Award-winning garden centre welcomes back pizza trailer

Thetford Garden Centre is welcoming back Norfolk Pizza Co for customers to enjoy throughout the spring and summer.

15 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Dirt bikes seized in Thetford Forest crackdown

Dirt bikes have been seized in Thetford Forest amid a police crackdown on riders.

13 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Two months of disruption to trains in Norfolk due to major project

A major upgrade will cause disruptions to rail routes in Norfolk for two month including at Thetford and King's Lynn.

12 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Family pay tribute to 'perfect' schoolboy, 15, found dead

A family has paid tribute to schoolboy Natan Mirecki from Thetford, Norfolk, following his death aged 15. A GoFundMe has been launched to help towards his funeral.

10 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Teenager taken to hospital after being hit by Transit van

A teenager was taken to hospital after being hit by a van on Thetford Road in Watton.

9 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Trailer released for magical TV show shot in Suffolk

Filming for The Applewood Mystery pilot took place at Stowmarket Recreation Ground, Thetford Grammar School and Westhorpe Village Hall.

9 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Air ambulance called after pedestrian hit by large vehicle

An air ambulance has been called to Thetford Road in Watton after a pedestrian was hit by a large vehicle.

8 April 2026
East Anglian Daily Times

Protestors say more blockades to come after airbase clash

Lakenheath Alliance for Peace has been outside the main gates of RAF Lakenheath, near Thetford and Bury St Edmunds, in Suffolk.

8 April 2026
Eastern Daily Press

Where to see rare and 'almost mythical' bird in Norfolk

From a nature reserve on the Sandringham Estate to brecks and heaths near Thetford, here are the best places to spot nightjars in Norfolk.

5 April 2026
East Anglian Daily Times

Woman and child injured after being attacked by a dog

A woman and a child have been attacked by a dog inside a house in Viking Mews, Thetford.

2 April 2026
thetfordandbrandontimes.co.uk

Grooming gangs inquiry to examine impact of ethnicity, culture and religion

A new inquiry is set to look into the impact of ethnicity, culture, and religion on grooming gangs, with Thetford being a key area of focus. This important investigation will help us understand how these factors play a role in safeguarding our community here in Norfolk.

31 March 2026
thetfordandbrandontimes.co.uk

Man jailed for life for ‘heinous and evil’ murder of girlfriend

Heartbreaking news from our local courts today as a man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for a truly terrible crime. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragic event in our community.

30 March 2026

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