Amy Mackrill

Norwich

Live Reporter at Diss Mercury

Live Reporter at Watton & Swaffham Times

Articles

City woman hoping to get into Cambridge University mistook cancer symptoms for stress

1 week ago | edp24.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

Emily Felber from Norwich is sharing her cancer journey to help others recognise the signs (Image: Supplied) A 21-year-old from Norwich has spoken out about her cancer journey after initially mistaking her illness for exam stress. Emily Felber was just 18 and preparing for university applications when she began feeling tired and unwell.
Business park to expand with up to 19 new units - but plans for dentist dropped

2 weeks ago | eveningnews24.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

Plans to expand Elm Farm Business Park have been approved (Image: Google Maps) A business park has been given the green light to expand, bringing up to 19 new commercial units and as many as 170 jobs to the area. South Norfolk Council has approved the expansion of Elm Farm Business Park in Wymondham, but plans for a proposed dental surgery have been dropped.
Former author, teacher and Land Girl celebrates 100 adventurous years

3 weeks ago | eveningnews24.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

Peggie Cannam recently celebrated her 100th birthday (Image: Supplied) A teacher, author and wartime Land Girl known for her adventurous spirit has turned 100. Peggie Cannam, who lived in Norwich for many years, marked the special occasion with a joyful celebration at Ford Place care home in Thetford, surrounded by friends, family and staff.
Bizarre row could see youth football club expelled from Norfolk league

1 month ago | eveningnews24.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

Players from International Talent FC during a trip to Lisbon in February (Image: International Talent FC) A bizarre row has erupted between the chairman of a children’s football club and its league which he says is due to him trying to set up his own league. It has resulted in International Talent FC being withdrawn from all fixtures in the Norfolk Combined Youth Football League (NCYFL). A vote next week could see the club expelled entirely.
Should’ve gone to... Branded car caught in parking fail

2 months ago | edp24.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

The Specsavers parking fail was posted to a group on Facebook (Image: Facebook) A Specsavers-branded car has become an unwitting star of social media after being spotted parked across two spaces at a shopping centre on the outskirts of the city. The Ford, decked out in full Specsavers livery, was seen treating the parking bay lines at Longwater Retail Park as more of a suggestion than a rule. The irony? Painfully obvious.
Longwater Lane closes for three weeks as gas works begin

2 months ago | edp24.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

A busy road on the outskirts of the city has closed today for the next three weeks. Major gas works have begun on Longwater Lane in Costessey, causing a full road closure until March 14. Cadent, the gas distribution firm, has been granted a permit by Norfolk County Council to replace aging gas pipes with more durable plastic ones. The work, initially scheduled for January 6, was postponed due to concerns over clashes with other roadworks in the area.
Public tennis courts closed due to 'disgusting' dog fouling

Feb 13, 2025 | edp24.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

The public tennis courts in Hethersett have been temporarily closed due to dog fouling (Image: Denise Bradley) A public tennis court has been temporarily closed after repeated incidents of dog fouling, sparking frustration among local officials. Hethersett Parish Council announced the closure in a Facebook statement on Sunday, condemning the behaviour as "unacceptable". The council stated: "The tennis court at the village hall is closed to deal with repeated dog fouling.
Former Norwich Rugby Club president Robin Coe dies | Norwich Evening News

Feb 11, 2025 | eveningnews24.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

Former Norwich Rugby Club president and player Robin Coe has died at the age of 89.
Weather warning issued for Norfolk with gusts of up to 60mph expected

Jan 26, 2025 | edp24.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

A yellow wind warning has been issued for Norfolk (Image: Newsquest) An overnight yellow weather warning for wind has been issued for Norfolk with strong gusts of up to 60mph forecast along the coast. The Met Office warning will be in place from 10pm today until 7am tomorrow across the entire county. Strong winds and gusts are expected as the forecaster warns of travel disruption with delays on road, rail, air and ferry services possible.
A12 closed in both directions after crash

Jan 25, 2025 | eadt.co.uk | Amy Mackrill

The crash happened on the A12 (Image: Google Maps) A section of the A12 has been closed following a crash this morning. The road is closed in both directions from the Bramfield turn-off to the Walberswick turn-off between Thorington and Blythburgh. Emergency services are at the scene, with drivers advised to seek alternative routes. The number of vehicles involved is yet to be confirmed and it is not known when the road is likely to reopen. Updates to follow.