Plans for parkland

Mar 28, 2012, 12:45pm By Claire Wood
Pin Point #1

A consultation is due to start on plans to develop an area of parkland off Dereham Road.

A residents’ group want the space at Wensum View Park to serve the whole community, and are getting help from a successful project on Grapes Hill. Read More…

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Appeal for photos spanning 4 decades

Mar 28, 2012, 11:52am By Claire Wood
Pin Point #2

A day centre at the top of Grapes Hill turns 40 next month.

Staff at the Vauxhall Centre are inviting people to contribute their photos or stories to mark the occasion. Read More…

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Playing field petition pays off

Mar 26, 2012, 11:47am By Claire Wood
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A local primary school has secured over £200,000 of funding for an outdoor play area.

It’s the result of a campaign, petitioning the council to make use of derelict land nearby. Read More…

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Norwich Film Festival 2012

Mar 23, 2012, 14:15pm By Claire Wood
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Norwich Film Festival opens next weekend with a chance to see dozens of short films from across the world.

A week later, 8 BAFTA nominated films will be screened at The Forum. Read More…

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Hands-on science at The Forum

Mar 22, 2012, 12:07pm By Claire Wood
Pin Point #5

Some of Norwich’s 2000+ scientists will be on hand this Saturday at The Forum.

The free discovery day for families includes how to make slime, fake wounds and astronomy.

There are also a variety of talks, exploring topics such as the maths behind magic. Read More…

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Making space for local art

Mar 22, 2012, 12:07pm By Claire Wood
Pin Point #6

The latest ‘pop up’ exhibition of local artists’ work comes to Pottergate next month.

Set up 2 years ago, The Making Space project has successfully secured space in pubs, cafes and studios across the city, featuring many up and coming local artists. Read More…

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Rugby club banned for year

Mar 21, 2012, 12:58pm By Claire Wood
Pin Point #8

The Union of UEA Students has suspended its student-run Mens Rugby Union Club, following allegations of sexist and racist behaviour.

The suspension will last until the start of the 2013/14 academic year. The step came after a large number of complaints were recieved by the Union. Read More…

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Snapshot of south Norwich schools

Mar 16, 2012, 12:26pm By Claire Wood
Pin Point #10

Figures showing which high schools local pupils and parents are opting for, have just been released.

Judged “outstanding” by Ofsted last year, Notre Dame finds itself oversubscribed.

And with a brand new building due to open next term, City Academy Norwich is almost full for the first time since being rated among the worst schools in the country.

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