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BBC News
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Festival Too in King's Lynn reflects '40 years of musical styles'
The organisers of a festival say the line-up this year will reflect "40 years of musical styles". Festival Too has been running in King's Lynn, Norfolk, since 1985 and this year will feature acts ranging from Eighties favourites Tony Hadley and Sonia - to contemporary star Ella Henderson. The free event was started by a group of business people who got together to put on a music event in the town to run alongside the King's Lynn Festival. Abbie Panks, from the festival, said: "We are really pleased to be able to come back for our 40th year, I think the line-up is a great reflection of 40 years of musical styles... I like to think we've got everything covered." Festival Too starts on 28 and 29 June at the King's Staithe Square and runs each weekend until Saturday 12 July at the Tuesday Market Place. Opening the festival will be tribute acts Taylored Swift and on the final day will be King's Lynn singer Adam Tucker - the singing voice in Robbie Williams' biopic Better Man - Jo O'Meara from S Club Seven and Ella evening will begin with a school band or group, then local bands will perform as warm up acts for well-known Panks added: "It's great to be able to give those opportunities and that's really important to us." In its first year, the budget to put the event on was about £5,000. With the support of fundraising and donations from the council and local businesses, the budget has grown to £130, Panks said the event was believed to be Europe's biggest outdoor free festival. "It's access to music with no economic barriers, that's the great thing about it, anybody can come, you don't need any tickets, you just turn up and we get fantastic audiences," she festival has continued to run with the help of community volunteers and has become a defining event in the town's cultural calendar. In previous years, the festival has seen acts including Feeder, Sigala, Example, Reef, The Vamps, Busted, KT Tunstall and Gabrielle take to the stage. Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Tributes paid to King's Lynn legend Keith Rudd
Tributes have been paid to well-known former Norfolk football player, manager and coach Keith Rudd who has died at the age of 79. Rudd was a King's Lynn legend – not only had he played for the club, he was also a former manager, club president and ambassador. Advertisement He held the roles of player-manager from 1977-79 and again from 1979 to 1984. He was twice caretaker manager before becoming manager in early 1989 to May 1990, which took his total of games in charge to 445. As a player he scored 185 goals in more than 500 appearances for the Linnets. He also played for Corby Town and Stevenage, as well as spells as player-manager and manager at Wisbech Town, played cricket and was a school teacher at Gaywood Park. Tributes on social media came from his former clubs and the football community: We are saddened to hear of the passing of former King's Lynn manager & player Keith Rudd. Keith made over 300 appearances, scoring over 150 goals in the Lynn colours. A terrific club servant who will be sorely missed - @officialKLtown Advertisement Former player and manager Keith Rudd has passed away at the age of 79. Our thoughts are with Keith's family and friends at this sad time - @wisbechtownfc RIP Keith. Thoughts are with your family and thanks for your service at the mighty Lynn - @StephenCleeve RIP Keith Rudd sleep easy my friend - Rob Back RIP Keith Rudd, an absolute gentleman who made a huge impact as a player and coach. Playing a part in the footballing journey of so many people. My sincere condolences to his family and friends and a heartfelt thank you to Keith for the support he gave me over the years - @JJsimpson96 Advertisement RIP Ruddy, a great man and coach who left his mark on so many players and coaches who were fortunate to have crossed his path. Sincere condolences to all Keith's family and friends - @ptaylor442 What a coach. Did my level 2 with him 25 years ago , when you had to work for it. He made you earn it, work hard for it. Taught me loads (the hard way). Forever grateful, has installed a work ethic in my coaching ever since. RIP Ruddy - @PageyBoy1980 Brilliant coach and had KLFC etched in his heart. RIP Keith, a pleasure to have known you, condolences to his sons and family - @link_nigel Lynn legend who will be missed by all that had the pleasure of meeting him. RIP Keith thoughts with your family - Mark Camm Very sad news. A true gentleman. Taught me a lot about how to play the game - Mark Hornigold
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Pensioner has nearly £1,000 stolen in betting shop
A pensioner has had nearly £1,000 stolen from him in a betting shop. The incident happened on May 21 at the Ladbrokes store in King's Lynn. In the early afternoon, the 80-year-old had secured winnings totalling £950 after betting on three horse races. The man from Congham, who does not want to be named, said: "The bloke could see that I was collecting my money from the counter and said to me 'you have been lucky'. "I turned my back and felt his hand in my pocket and then he was gone. READ MORE: "The bloke went off like a rocket, another customer charged after him but could not catch him". The theft happened after the suspect lost "the biggest part of £2,000 playing on the machines". Norfolk Constabulary has been made aware of the incident and a spokeswoman for the force said enquiries are ongoing. "It is not often that a punter like me gets a win," the pensioner added. "It was two weeks of my pension money, which is what hurts the most."
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Card Factory mess up Mum's gender reveal after she found out in 'worst way ever'
A mum claims her baby's gender reveal was 'ruined' when she found out in the 'worst way ever'. Jess Gildenhuys was in Card Factory's Hardwick Road store in King's Lynn with her husband Josh Gildenhuys, 33, buying her mum a birthday card when the couple spotted gender reveal confetti cannons and balloons for sale. The 33-year-old had just had her 20-week ultrasound that morning, and the doctor put the gender of her baby in an envelope as she was planning on having a gender reveal party with her family. The soon-to-be mum-of-three wanted to buy the items, but first checked with a staff member that the store could ensure the colour of the products could be kept a secret from her and her husband. The retailer have offered their 'sincere apologies' to Jessica (Image: Kennedy News/Google Maps) Jess, owner of her own business, Hello Moon Crystals, claims the staff member told her they could keep the gender a secret from her by removing the labels from the cannons. However, the business owner said that when the couple went to buy the items, the colour of the confetti cannon came up on a screen in front of the till as 'coastal blue.' Jess was 'shocked' and even more frustrated to see the colour of the cannon was visible on the receipt too. She had been looking forward to finding out the gender of her new baby with her two daughters, Jupiter and Athena Gildenhuys, aged six and three. Jess, from King's Lynn, Norfolk, said: "It's the worst way ever to find out the gender of your baby, you couldn't even write it. "You absolutely do not expect your gender reveal to be inside a Card Factory. "I was so shocked. It's hard to be shocked in that situation and keep your cool when you're in a public place. I didn't want to make a big deal of anything. "I've already got two girls. I was convinced this was a girl because I thought I was destined for girls. I'd already bought girl's clothes as well. "It was disappointing because we didn't find out as a family but it's also a funny story to tell I guess. She said she sent Card Factory an email a few days later and said they asked which store this had happened in and that they were sorry for her disappointment. Footage shows the couple using the confetti cannon and balloon at a family party with her family, where their daughters found out they would be getting a new baby brother. But sadly, Jess and Josh already knew the gender of their baby, as for them, the surprise had been ruined. Jess said: "Because this is our last baby for sure, we wanted to make things a bit more fun and do something as a family. "It was disappointing the way we found out. It was ruined in that way. At least it made it fun for everyone else. I am a very positive person in those kinds of situations. "At least it wasn't just me, at least I was with my husband. "I didn't want to say anything to the person at the time either because I didn't want to come across rude or disrespectful or anything. "I just can't believe I'm going to be a boy mum. I'm like, 'oh my god!' "It's exciting though, it'll be fun, I'm sure." She shared a video of her experience on TikTok with the words: "@CardFactoryUK ruining our gender surprise." The situation left viewers divided in the comments. One said: "You can't blame them, they've simply scanned the barcode, not realising it would come up as blue or pink." Another wrote: "Oh dear haha. Maybe next time, get a friend or family member to get the items." Recommended reading: Millions of workers could see £6,000 boost to pension pots under new plans People report 'summer flu is here' as bouts of illness sweeps through UK Asda urgently recalls item in which a child could become 'tangled or trapped in' A third commented: "Imagine finding out in Card Factory." A fourth said: "You poor thing. I can't imagine going through such a thing in my whole life. Sending so much sympathy to you and your family." A Card Factory spokesman said: "We've been in touch with Jessica to offer our sincere apologies. "We've also issued reminders to our teams to advise customers that these items can show up on our till screens and receipts. "We would like to try help make amends to Jessica and her family and encourage her to make contact with our customer service team."
The Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
My gender reveal was totally ruined by the Card Factory – I found out that we were having a boy in the worst way
A MUM claims her baby's gender reveal was 'ruined' when she found out in the 'WORST way ever' - as a shop blunder meant it came up on the till in Card Factory. Jess Gildenhuys was in Card Factory 's Hardwick Road store in King's Lynn with her husband Josh Gildenhuys, 33, buying her mum a birthday card when the couple spotted gender reveal confetti cannons and balloons for sale. 4 4 The 33-year-old had just had her 20-week ultrasound that morning [16 April] and the doctor put the gender of her baby in an envelope as she was planning on having a gender reveal party with her family. The soon to be mum-of-three wanted to buy the items but first checked with a staff member that the store could ensure the colour of the products could be kept a secret from her and her husband. Jess, owner of her own business, Hello Moon Crystals, claims the staff member told her they could keep the gender a secret from her by removing the labels from the cannons. However, the business owner said that when the couple went to buy the items, and the colour of the confetti cannon came up on a screen in front of the till as 'coastal blue.' Jess was 'shocked' and even more frustrated to see the colour of the cannon was visible on the receipt too. She had been looking forward to finding out the gender of her new baby with her two daughters, Jupiter and Athena Gildenhuys, aged six and three. Jess, from King's Lynn, Norfolk, said: "It's the worst way ever to find out the gender of your baby, you couldn't even write it. "You absolutely do not expect your gender reveal to be inside a Card Factory. "I was so shocked. It's hard to be shocked in that situation and keep your cool when you're in a public place. I didn't want to make a big deal of anything. "I've already got two girls. I was convinced this was a girl because I thought I was destined for girls. I'd already bought girl's clothes as well. Watch couple's 'mad' & OTT gender reveal that sends mum flying, as people say they'd 'return baby to sender' "It was disappointing because we didn't find out as a family but it's also a funny story to tell I guess. "I mean what can you do in that situation apart from just laughing about it?" She said she sent Card Factory an email a few days later and said they asked which store this had happened in and that they were sorry for her disappointment. Footage shows the couple using the confetti cannon and balloon at a family party with her family where their daughters found out they would be getting a new baby brother. But sadly Jess and Josh already knew the gender of their baby as for them the surprise had been ruined. Jess said: "Because this is our last baby for sure, we wanted to make things a bit more fun and do something as a family. "It was disappointing the way we found out. It was ruined in that way. "At least it made it fun for everyone else. I am a very positive person in those kinds of situations. "At least it wasn't just me, at least I was with my husband. "I didn't want to say anything to the person at the time either because I didn't want to come across rude or disrespectful or anything. "I just can't believe I'm going to be a boy mum. I'm like, 'oh my god!' "It's exciting though, It'll be fun I'm sure." 4 She shared a video of her experience on TikTok with the words: "@ CardFactoryUK ruining our gender surprise." The situation left viewers divided in the comments. One said: "You can't blame them, they've simply scanned the barcode not realising it would come up as blue or pink." Another wrote: "Oh dear haha. Maybe next time get a friend or family member to get the items." A third commented: "Imagine finding out in Card Factory." A fourth said: "You poor thing. I can't imagine going through such a thing in my whole life. Sending so much sympathy to you and your family." A Card Factory spokesman said: "We've been in touch with Jessica to offer our sincere apologies. "We've also issued reminders to our teams to advise customers that these items can show up on our till screens and receipts. "We would like to try help make amends to Jessica and her family and encourage her to make contact with our customer service team." What's the Deal with Gender Reveals & Why is Everyone Having Them? What Is A Gender Reveal? Gender reveal parties are celebrations where expectant parents announce the sex of their baby in a creative and often dramatic way. These events have gained significant popularity, especially through social media. The trend began in the late 2000s and has since exploded in popularity. The concept was popularised by parents who wanted to share their excitement with family and friends in a memorable and engaging way. Common Methods: Cakes: Cutting a cake filled with either blue or pink filling. Balloons: Popping a balloon to release colored confetti. Smoke Bombs: Releasing colored smoke. Piñatas: Breaking a piñata to reveal colored candies or confetti. Fireworks: Using fireworks to display blue or pink colors. Why Are They So Popular? Social Media Influence: Platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube have amplified the trend, with many parents posting videos and photos that go viral. Milestone Celebration: It's an additional way for parents to celebrate a significant milestone during pregnancy. Creativity: These events offer an outlet for parents to be creative and personalize their announcement. Community Sharing: They provide an opportunity to include extended family and friends in the pregnancy journey. Controversies: Safety Concerns: Some gender reveal methods have led to accidents and even wildfires. Environmental Impact: The use of non-biodegradable materials and fireworks can have environmental consequences. Inclusivity: There's growing awareness and sensitivity towards non-binary and transgender identities, leading to criticism that these events can be exclusionary. Despite the controversies, gender reveal parties continue to evolve. Some parents are opting for more eco-friendly and inclusive ways to celebrate, while others are choosing to forgo the tradition altogether. In summary, gender reveals are a modern trend driven by social media, creativity, and the desire to celebrate milestones. However, they also come with their share of controversies, prompting some to reconsider how they choose to share their baby news.
