Sheringham artist Ellie Daniels who has created Norfolk Day items with Norfolk sayings
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As the excitement grows ahead of a day to celebrate everything great about our county, the Norfolk Store has seen a boost in online sales.
From Norfolk Day flags and bunting to locally made produce and clothing, people are gearing up for the big day on July 27.
Melia Yassin with her Norfolk Day Flag.
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North and South Pickenham WI members celebrating Norfolk Day at the Blue Lion pub.
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Since the announcement of the annual event, the Norfolk Store has gone from strength to strength. It now features a variety of products including merchandise and items from lockdown start-ups.
“It really is heartbreaking, but sadly it’s the world we live in and I truly don’t believe we will ever eradicate it. All we can do is fight against it and try and educate the next generation to a place where they don’t see colour.”
His former Carrow Road team-mate, Mr Roberts, called the boycott a step in the right direction but still had serious concerns.
Norwich City Football Club legend Iwan Roberts. Photo : Steve Adams
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“It was great to see everyone come together last weekend with the social media blackout, but do I think it will change things? Sadly not, he said.
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A Cash For Charities coupon which are available in the Eastern Daily Press,, Norwich Evening News and their sister weekly titles until July 3.
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Vulnerable young homeless people and isolated parents could be helped as part of a £20,000 charity cash giveaway if enough readers collect valuable coupons through this paper.
The Eastern Daily Press, Norwich Evening News and sister weekly titles have launched the Cash For Charities campaign to support worthy causes, many of which have undergone financial pressures during lockdown.
And to show support for various organisations, coupons can be collected from the papers up to July 3, to be collated by charities through collection points or shops associated with the groups.
He added: It is the fact that, in this day and age, something so drastic is needed to highlight something that shouldn t need highlighting. I m concerned these social media companies are blind to it. If I am walking through Norwich, someone racially abuses me and the police hear it, they can take action. But the reality is, because people can hide behind profiles, no-one can be held accountable for their actions. Until then, we are fighting a losing battle.
Adrian Forbes during his playing days at Norwich City
While Mr Forbes admitted footballers would always be criticised, he said race must be nowhere near the conversation.