News published May 2026
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Council employee is Local Government Apprentice of the Year
Published: 21st May 2026
Leena Futter from Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk has been named as the 2026 Local Government Apprentice of the Year.
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Mintlyn Crematorium donates its largest ever charitable contribution to the 8:56 Foundation
Published: 20th May 2026
Mintlyn Crematorium, owned and operated by the Borough Council, has donated £17,000 to the 8:56 Foundation — the largest contribution it has ever awarded through the national ICCM scheme.
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King’s Lynn’s rich maritime history to be celebrated this weekend
Published: 18th May 2026
King’s Lynn will come alive with colour, culture and seafaring spirit this Sunday, 24 May, as the Hanse Festival returns to the town’s historic waterfront with a packed programme of activities.
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Statement from Leader following reports of potential legal action about LGR proposals
Published: 15th May 2026
Statement from the Leader of the Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk
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Mayor’s cadets collect their badges from the new Mayor
Published: 15th May 2026
The new Mayor’s cadets for the next year were recognised during Mayor making at King’s Lynn Town Hall on Thursday 14 May 2026.
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King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council Mayor Making 2026
Published: 14th May 2026
Cllr Steve Bearshaw has been elected as Mayor of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk and as Chairman of the Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk for the coming year at the Mayor Making ceremony.
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Have your say on renewal of Public Space Protection Orders
Published: 14th May 2026
Residents are being invited to share their views on the future of three Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) that currently restrict alcohol related anti social behaviour.
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Multiagency operation targets illegal waste carrying
Published: 14th May 2026
A number of offences were detected on Tuesday when vehicles were checked as part of a multiagency operation on the outskirts of Clenchwarton.
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Fun and Adventure Ahead: Mayor Opens Revitalised Memorial Fields Play Area
Published: 14th May 2026
The Mayor has officially opened the newly upgraded play area at Memorial Fields in Downham Market, following a significant investment to modernise this much loved community space.
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40 years of Careline Community Service to be celebrated
Published: 12th May 2026
A service that has supported thousands of people to remain living independently in their own homes will be celebrated at a special event marking 40 years of Careline Community Service in West Norfolk.
