https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2054/council_employee_is_local_government_apprentice_of_the_year Leena Futter from Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk has been named as the 2026 Local Government Apprentice of the Year. Thu, 21 May 2026 10:32:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2053/mintlyn_crematorium_donates_its_largest_ever_charitable_contribution_to_the_856_foundation 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. Wed, 20 May 2026 10:22:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2052/king_s_lynn_s_rich_maritime_history_to_be_celebrated_this_weekend 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. Mon, 18 May 2026 11:56:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2051/statement_from_leader_following_reports_of_potential_legal_action_about_lgr_proposals Statement from the Leader of the Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk Fri, 15 May 2026 15:48:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2050/mayor_s_cadets_collect_their_badges_from_the_new_mayor 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. Fri, 15 May 2026 09:55:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2049/king_s_lynn_and_west_norfolk_borough_council_mayor_making_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. Thu, 14 May 2026 17:29:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2048/have_your_say_on_renewal_of_public_space_protection_orders 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. Thu, 14 May 2026 17:24:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2047/multiagency_operation_targets_illegal_waste_carrying A number of offences were detected on Tuesday when vehicles were checked as part of a multiagency operation on the outskirts of Clenchwarton. Thu, 14 May 2026 09:28:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2046/fun_and_adventure_ahead_mayor_opens_revitalised_memorial_fields_play_area 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. Thu, 14 May 2026 09:19:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2045/40_years_of_careline_community_service_to_be_celebrated 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. Tue, 12 May 2026 16:35:00 +0100