Summary

  • Updates for Friday, 21 July 2017

  • Family's tribute to murder victim

  • Court appearance for men accused of supermarket murder

  • RAF Marham "attempted abduction" no longer an active police investigation

  • Lifeboat helps three boats caught in heavy squalls

  • HSE investigation continues into factory explosion deaths

  • Canaries round-off German tour

  1. Our live coverage todaypublished at 18:05 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Caroline Kingdon
    BBC Local Live

    That's all from the Norfolk Local Live team today, we're now heading home to enjoy the last of the day's warm weather.

    Before we go, here's a quick look at some of the stories we've brought you today:

    • Ram-raiders use JCB to take cash machine from supermarket wall
    • 50th anniversary of pedestrianisation of Norwich city centre
    • Celebrations for Wimblewon champ Alfie Hewett

    Scroll down to find out more on these, and our other news bites.

    See you tomorrow.

  2. Household Cavalry go to the beachpublished at 17:49 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    The horses and cavalrymen swap London's pomp and circumstance for their annual beach training.

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  3. Weather: Dry with clear spells, but mist in placespublished at 17:35 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Julie Reinger
    BBC Look East weather

    A dry night with clear spells and some patchy mist and fog across the BBC East region.

    It'll be fairly humid, especially in the west, with light winds.

    Minimum temperature: 13C (56F)

    Weather chart

    Tuesday will be another very warm day with spells of sunshine, but a yellow warning for heavy rain is in place for the evening and night through into Wednesday.

    Some parts are likely to see some heavy, thundery downpours and possibly some localised flooding.

    Hail and frequent lightning could also lead to disruption to power networks.

    Maximum temperature: 26C (79F)

    More details from BBC Weather.

  4. One from the archives: 'Sea horses' at Great Yarmouthpublished at 17:30 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Earlier today we brought you a video showing the sea salt-soaked horses of the Household Cavalry mounted regiment enjoying themselves at Holkham Bay.

    Looking back through the archives, we came across this photograph taken on this date in July 1934.

    It shows racehorses Gala Prince and Fleetfoot enjoying a paddle in the sea at Great Yarmouth. The horses, from Newmarket, are being ridden by stable lads.

    Black and white photo of two horses, ridden by stable lads, in the seaImage source, Getty Images
  5. Campaign to tackle knife crimepublished at 17:02 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Norfolk Police are taking part in a week-long campaign to tackle knife crime.

    "Operation Sceptre" will target offenders who use and carry knives, as well as highlighting the risks of carrying a bladed weapon.

    Police officers standing in street alongside police vehicles

    Officers will be carrying out high-visibility patrols, and also visiting high schools to highlight the dangers of carrying knives.

    Supt Dave Buckley says anyone found illegally in possession of a knife will be arrested, put before the court and brought to justice.

    Quote Message

    Knives do not keep you safe... by carrying a knife you are putting yourself in much greater danger, being more likely to become involved in a violent situation and get injured yourself."

    Supt Dave Buckley, Norfolk Police

  6. Photos showing London Street before pedestrianisationpublished at 16:28 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    On this date in 1967, Norwich's London Street became a no-go area for traffic as the road became the first shopping street in the UK to be pedestrianised.

    Since then, other areas of the city have followed, such as Gentleman's Walk and Brigg Street, and most recently Westlegate.

    A series of posters marking the 50th anniversary of London Street becoming a street for feet are on display in the area - here's a selection of them:

    Sepia photo from 1980s, showing view towards the GuildhallImage source, Norwich City Council
    Sepia photo showing recruits joining up for World War One in 1914Image source, Norwich City Council
    Sepia photo from the 1920s, showing cars, horses and carts in London StreetImage source, Norwich City Council
    Sepia photo from 1967 showing the last day traffic was allowed down London StreetImage source, Norwich City Council
  7. Cashpoint raid leaves huge hole in Co-oppublished at 14:49 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    The raid by thieves using a JCB telehandler left a 6ft (2m) wide hole in the Co-op store.

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  8. Having a hoot at wildlife centrepublished at 14:33 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    More than 640 wild mammals and birds are currently being cared for at the RSPCA centre in East Winch, external - including 32 tawny, barn and little owlets.

    Trio of owlsImage source, RSPCA

    Centre manager Alison Charles says the youngsters have been admitted for a variety of reasons, including being emaciated or caught in netting.

    Once fully recovered, the birds are built up in preparation for return to the wild.

    As well as the young owls, the west Norfolk centre has more than 170 ducklings, 41 gulls, 35 swans and 200 fledgling birds.

  9. Supermarket closed while ram-raid investigations continuepublished at 12:53 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Bob Carter
    BBC Radio Norfolk

    Investigations continue after thieves ram-raided the Co-op in Wells-next-the-Sea, using a JCB which has left a huge hole in the side of the building about 6ft (2m) across.

    A forensic investigator in boiler suit and orange gloves is picking through the debris at the Polka Road store following the night-time raid, and a uniformed PCSO stands at police tape cordoning off the scene of devastation.

    A hand-written sign says the shop is closed but doesn't say when it will re-open.

  10. Cricket: Suffolk declare in derby match against Norfolkpublished at 12:38 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Suffolk's cricketers have declared on 300-9 in their first innings on day two of the Minor Counties match at Norfolk.

    Martyn Cull top-scored for Suffolk with 95. Youngster Alex Oxley recorded his first Minor Counties half century before being dismissed for 53.

    Norfolk's Ben France took four wickets at the Manor Park ground in Horsford.

    A short time ago, the home side were 6-1, having lost the wicket of James Spelman.

  11. Alfie Hewett: Celebrations before the next tournamentpublished at 12:22 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Norfolk tennis star Alfie Hewett has made history at Wimbledon by successfully defending his wheelchair doubles title.

    Along with his partner Gordon Reid, the 19-year-old from Cantley beat the French pair Nicholas Peifer and Stephane Houdet 6-7, 7-5,7-6 to retain the title.

    Gordon Reid and Alfie Hewett, on court, holding the winner's trophy and a Union flagImage source, PA

    Speaking after the match, Hewett says the pair "fought for every single ball for every single point", adding that it was worth it, even the pain afterwards.

    Court Three had been made very soft from rainfall, and the baseline was like mud where the grass had been worn away.

    To push their wheelchairs through that was "very tough", as Gordon explained, "arms feel heavy, they start moving slower which isn't great for shots".

    Alfie in action on courtImage source, PA

    Alfie says the crowd and atmosphere "was incredible" and something he'll never forget.

    "I don't know how many people were there, but it felt like 10,000 - it was so loud... they really got behind us and I think that's the reason we kept going and could keep performing the way we did."

    Alfie and Gordon at the baselineImage source, PA

    Last night Alfie attended the Wimbledon Champions Dinner at the Guildhall in London. Over the next couple of days he plans on chilling out, celebrating and catching up with friends and family.

    Alfie in wheelchair, at the dinnerImage source, PA
    Quote Message

    We're playing a tournament in Nottingham in the next few weeks, at the British Open and two and a half weeks after that we're in the States for the US Open, so not much down-time - but we'll try and make the most of it."

    Alfie Hewett, Wimbledon champion

  12. Video: Household cavalry at Holkhampublished at 11:52 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    It may look like fun but this is no holiday for the Household Cavalry, external mounted regiment of the British Army.

    They've temporarily moved from Knightsbridge to set up home in Norfolk and have been out riding at Holkham Bay.

    The wide open space of north Norfolk enables them to take part in a wide range of training which would be impossible to deliver in central London.

    Media caption,

    Household Cavalry sets up camp in Norfolk

  13. Port chaplain remembers North Sea helicopter crashpublished at 11:45 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Wally Webb
    BBC Radio Norfolk

    Port chaplain Peter Paine was just six months into his job when a helicopter crashed in the North Sea off Great Yarmouth, killing two crewman and nine oil rig workers in July 2002.

    After hearing the news, he told me he went straight to the Coastguard where he listened to the radio and heard the rescue vessels being co-ordinated.

    He spent the night making tea for the coastguards until the wreckage and bodies started coming back to port.

    The accident had a big impact in the town, as many of the men would have been well known.

    Three-sided glass doorway at minster

    A special service to remember the 11 victims of the crash is being held at Great Yarmouth Minster.

    In the porchway of the west door is a three-sided glass doorway. A fanned roof, emulating the blades of a helicopter, features the names of the dead workers.

    Fanned roof with the names of the men in golf leaf
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    I made a promise to the families when I met them in 2002 that we would not forget these people... they're still very important to us, and every year we have a service around the porch, reading the names of the men and lighting the candles."

    Peter Paine, Port chaplain

  14. Service to remember victims of North Sea helicopter crashpublished at 11:32 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    A service is being held in Great Yarmouth this morning to remember the victims of a helicopter crash 15 years ago.

    On 16 July 2002, 11 oil rig workers lost their lives when the Sikorsky they were travelling in plunged 400ft (121m) into the North Sea around 20 miles off the coast.

    Great Yarmouth was at the centre of the rescue operation. At 11:00, prayers will be said for the men and candles lit in their memory at Great Yarmouth Minster.

  15. In pictures: Supermarket ram-raidpublished at 10:41 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Our reporter Bob Carter has just sent these pictures from Wells-next-the-Sea, where earlier today the Co-op supermarket was targeted by ram-raiders.

    The offenders used this JCB teleporter to remove the cash machine from the wall some time between 02:50 and 03:00.

    Police tape around yellow JCB teleporter, and hole in the wall of supermarket
    A gaping hole in the brick wall of supermarket, where the cash machine had been
    Police tape around scene of crime at supermarket
    Police vehicles and officers at the supermarket
    Police officers and vehicles outside supermarket plus sign saying store is closed
  16. Ram-raid at supermarketpublished at 10:17 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    A JCB teleporter has been driven into a wall at a supermarket in Wells-next-the-Sea.

    The ram raid, at the Co-op store on Polka Road, happened between 02:50 and 03:00.

    The suspects used the teleporter to remove the cash machine, before loading it on to a 4x4 truck.

    Norfolk Police believe a dark-coloured hatchback was also used.

    Anyone with information is asked to contact Norfolk police, or Crimestoppers, external.

  17. What can tennis do for you?published at 10:00 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    #GetInspired

    Have you been inspired by the tennis you've seen at Wimbledon over the past two weeks?

    Why not see what the power of what getting into tennis can do.....

    Media caption,

    'Tennis saved my life'

    And if you want to find out about how to get into tennis yourself, take a look at the BBC Get Inspired guide

  18. Late wickets help Norfolk after rain-hit start to festivalpublished at 09:54 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Chris Goreham
    BBC Radio Norfolk sport

    Suffolk will resume on 217-5 on the second day of their Minor Counties Championship match against Norfolk.

    The opening day of the match, and the Manor Park festival at Horsford near Norwich, was disrupted by rain.

    Norfolk traditionally play their three home matches in the Championship over a three-week period in July and August.

    Martyn Cull has top-scored for Suffolk so far with 95. Youngster Alex Oxley scored his first Minor Counties half century before being dismissed for 53.

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    Ben France took three wickets for Norfolk. Play will start half an hour earlier at 10:30 to make up for time lost yesterday.

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  19. Injury worries mounting for Norwich Citypublished at 09:31 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Chris Goreham
    BBC Radio Norfolk sport

    Norwich City have flown to Germany for a pre-season training camp without two of their key players.

    Defender Timm Klose and attacking midfielder Alex Pritchard were both injured during Saturday's 2-0 friendly win at Cambridge United.

    Head coach Daniel Farke told me after the match that he was concerned Pritchard had suffered ankle ligament damage.

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    The club has confirmed that Jacob Murphy is in the squad for the week-long spell in Germany. He's been linked with a move to Newcastle United.

  20. Alfie Hewett: 'Will never forget' amazing Wimbledon supportpublished at 08:55 British Summer Time 17 July 2017

    Norfolk's Alfie Hewett thanks his supporters, after he and partner Gordon Reid lifted the trophy for winning the wheelchair men's doubles at Wimbledon.

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