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Eastern Daily Press

April 29, 2008

New direction for career of award-winning business editor
Chris Starkie leave the EDP after five years to shape the future of Norfolk's economy

April 18, 2008

Press takes on role of champion of locally-sourced produce
Initiative is to encourage readers to explore what is on offer locally

April 14, 2008

Transplant success for journalist Caroline set to inspire new donors
Kidney patient was on dialysis for eight years before transplant

April 04, 2008

Prime Minister Gordon Brown to back Local Newspaper Week
Plus: new free text alert service from Lancs Telegraph, Norwich print centre expands - and more news in brief

April 03, 2008

National newspaper editor to meet university journalism students
Simon Kelner to pass on wisdom to trainees, plus newspaper sets up quit-smoking forum - and more news in brief

March 28, 2008

Newspaper staff take trip down memory lane
More than 40 gather for reunion at new Archant offices

February 28, 2008

News staff reunion planned to mark move to new offices
Archant Norfolk staff have been celebrating the opening of new offices and shop

February 21, 2008

Reporter Mark becomes Fatboy Slim
Award-winning journalist Mark Nicholls is celebrating after shedding almost one fifth of his body weight

December 14, 2007

Archant celebrates achievements at annual awards event
Regional news publisher singles out the company's best for recognition

December 10, 2007

Local press praised for bird flu coverage
The regional press in the east of England has received high praise for account of farms crisis

November 13, 2007

Web takes the lead in race to cover breaking story
Night-time print deadline meant digital news reporting took over as flood crisis loomed

Memorial boost from EADT as fund targets £100,000
Royal Anglians' bid to establish memorial to Afghan conflict casualties is backed by press

November 07, 2007

Press news in brief
Plus: marketing bid for Gloucester, and more regional press news in brief

October 24, 2007

Media firm Archant's £600,000 charity boost
Community publishing firm raises cash and acts as a mouthpiece for local causes

September 06, 2007

Journalist diagnosed with testicular cancer tells all in-paper
Columnist shares his experience of the dreaded 'Big C' after having tumour removed

August 08, 2007

Battle of the sexes as news teams face each other on the court
Did the boys beat the girls at their own game?
Click on the headline to find out...

Archant chief hails financial results but newspaper profits are down
Recovery could be just around the corner in sector where "challenge is greater"

June 06, 2007

Archant press fire disrupts production
Flames rip through one of six press towers to force contingency plan into action

Journalist scoops international poetry prize
Former chief sub will see his work published next month

May 10, 2007

Virtual newsreader 'Brian' is replaced with more attractive model
Custom-built talking head steps up to present the news online

May 01, 2007

Business venture and book deal for journalist who began new life in Spain
Novelist and his family move into olive oil as life in the sun takes off

March 29, 2007

Unique reunion is the business
Complete line-up of EDP business editors dating back to 1982 meet up for event

March 05, 2007

Daily Press waits on FOI appeal over chief exec's quit mystery
Paper asks Information Commissioner to step in after council holds back documents

March 01, 2007

Advert for Eastern Daily Press jobs website 'could mislead', says ASA
Complaint over advert partially upheld as adjudicator finds claims were unfounded

January 08, 2007

Archant completes newsroom review
Group says no job losses are planned - but more resources will be put into web products

January 03, 2007

Sister papers' team effort gives much-needed lifeline to theatre
Rescue looks likely after "power of the press" helps attract new backers

December 29, 2006

Press Gulf team given 'unprecedented access' for vivid multimedia reports
Three-strong editorial team flies out to follow air and ground crew at al Udeid

December 21, 2006

Shortlist revealed for EDF Energy East of England Media Awards
More than 20 contenders to battle it out at event for print and broadcast journalists

October 23, 2006

Tributes are paid to Daily Press sports journalist Keith Peel
Writer who spent 39 years at Norfolk paper has died aged 58

August 21, 2006

Consultants brought in to look at Archant newsrooms
Newsgathering comes under microscope in wide-ranging review

August 09, 2006

Archant sees profits fall
Pre-tax profits down almost 20% as advertising slows

July 31, 2006

Royal achievement for newspaper man named regional ambassador
MD's community work comes in for praise from the Prince of Wales

July 18, 2006

Press set for better relationship with courts after agreement is reached
New guidelines say media should be listened to and "treated with courtesy"

June 21, 2006

Freelance left red-faced after news wire error
Regional press lift included newspaper reporter's byline and publisher's copyright note

April 04, 2006

Retirement tributes to 'Mr Yarmouth'
Forty-three years in local newspapers for EDP's David Wakefield

March 07, 2006

Profits fall at Archant
Newspaper and printing arm of publishing group sees 19.9 per cent drop in profits

February 28, 2006

Newspaper fights council to name baby in child cruelty case
Local authority to review policy after paper stops its S39 attempt

February 07, 2006

New role at Archant for ex-Trinity Mirror chief Graf
Former chief executive joins the board of directors to help develop the business

Publisher's £38,675 charity donation
Matched funding scheme doubles news group's staff money-raising effort

February 01, 2006

More regional press editorial jobs to go - this time at Archant
Up to 17 could lose their jobs as newsroom departments are merged

January 30, 2006

Editorial staff to learn how many jobs face axe
Merging of subbing, production and sports desks will affect 16 local newspapers

January 26, 2006

News in brief
Brisk trade for newsagent - plus 'mock funeral' held to mark job cuts and more news in brief

January 20, 2006

Local paper's headlines brought to life in TV bulletins
Readers can now watch the news online or via an iPod as studio is set up in newsroom

November 23, 2005

Regional press winners at medical journalism awards

November 16, 2005

New book for Daily Press writer Ian
London correspondent is hoping for a slice of the Christmas book sales market with his latest offering

October 28, 2005

Daily Press names paedophile after help from national paper
Gagging order is finally lifted following two earlier failed challenges

October 27, 2005

Media wins High Court bid to name killer crash teenager
Magistrates' decision to name youth in the public interest is upheld

October 10, 2005

Judge ignores plea to reveal jailed paedophile's identity
Man is granted anonymity - but judge refuses to explain the reasons

October 05, 2005

Latest resolved complaints dealt with by the PCC
Woman claimed article was inaccurate and full of lurid detail - plus more PCC news

August 10, 2005

Archant head office to benefit from investment
Year-long refurbishment for EDP/Evening News offices to bring new look and new facilities

August 08, 2005

Chief reporter wins access to financial dealings despite failed FOI request
"FOI Act not the only way of wringing details out of councils"

July 06, 2005

Death of long-serving EDP journalist
Former assistant editor had worked for the same newspaper for 49 years

July 04, 2005

RNLI thanks regionals for their support

June 27, 2005

Tributes paid to former chief sub
David Williams was a respected journalist and NUJ activist

May 03, 2005

Editor picks up his OBE for the Palace

April 26, 2005

Deputy editor honoured for his humanitarian efforts

April 25, 2005

£12.5m press investment brings more colour and capacity
More than 70 group newspapers and magazines will originate from Thorpe Print Centre

April 21, 2005

Web editions nominated for Newspaper Awards
Regional newspapers set to compete against offerings from the national press

April 19, 2005

Newspaper staff honoured at Creative Industries Awards

March 10, 2005

Profits up for publisher Archant
"Exciting and profitable year" for news group which continues to grow

March 08, 2005

EDP's Sarah named outstanding trainee

February 24, 2005

Regional press effort raises £2.5m for tsunami victims
Charity thanks industry for "unprecedented" response which saw it link up with 42 titles

February 18, 2005

News in brief
How a pensioner used her local paper to good effect - Plus more news in brief

February 07, 2005

Papers reveal behind-the-scenes news thanks to FOI
Regional titles get results from questions they could never before ask

January 25, 2005

Archant agrees £100m funding deal
Move supports group's aims for expansion

January 19, 2005

EDP gets tough on domestic violence
Norfolk title joins forces with police in bid to help victims

December 31, 2004

Editor Peter honoured for services to journalism

December 22, 2004

Christmas tree decorated with old press cuttings

December 15, 2004

Red's ahead in the syndication game

December 08, 2004

Lung cancer claims life of former editor

December 02, 2004

Journalist John picks up his MBE from Prince Charles

December 01, 2004

Reporter's exposé scoops national prize

November 23, 2004

Prize-winners party the night away

November 03, 2004

City honour for former news group chairman

October 08, 2004

News staff in good verse at the EDP

September 24, 2004

Breast cancer appeal fund hits £200,000 target

August 31, 2004

Paper wins right to name and shame despite secrecy bid
Your article, Paper wins right to name and shame despite secrecy bid is not entirely accurate.

August 27, 2004

Editor tells of 'unforgettable' hurricane holiday

August 25, 2004

HoldtheFrontPage in line for digital media gong

August 18, 2004

News in brief

August 16, 2004

EDP is a right royal hit at flower show

August 09, 2004

Archant profits on the up

August 06, 2004

Praise from a Professional for EDP coverage

July 15, 2004

County honour for Archant chairman

July 14, 2004

Hard-working trainees are rewarded

July 01, 2004

News group's future under the spotlight

June 29, 2004

Roving reporter returns after cross-country trek

June 16, 2004

Award for campaigning EDP

June 08, 2004

Business editor forges commerce links in India

May 20, 2004

Archant staff get £900,000 of free shares

May 13, 2004

Civic reception for long-serving photographer

April 22, 2004

Editor receives town's top honour

March 25, 2004

Online papers could be in line for prizes

March 12, 2004

Profits up at Archant

March 09, 2004

Politician to stand for election with support from Daily Press

February 17, 2004

Royal seal of approval for snappers' coverage of visit

February 16, 2004

Norwich press steps up cancer appeal

January 12, 2004

Texting services to boost reader interactivity

News in brief

December 02, 2003

Isabel's flying high

November 19, 2003

EDP launches £200,000 cancer care appeal

November 18, 2003

Winners unveiled at Archant showpiece event

October 23, 2003

Archant duo share trainee award

October 13, 2003

Archant announces £12.5m print investment

October 09, 2003

Donor first for media group

September 22, 2003

"Dogged persistence" pays off in We Care victory

September 15, 2003

News in brief

September 02, 2003

Abuse victim sheds anonymity to speak to press

August 20, 2003

"Softly, softly" wins the story

August 15, 2003

News in brief

August 14, 2003

Free Tony Martin exclusives show 'Mirror didn't have to pay'

August 08, 2003

Media group doubles charity cash

July 21, 2003

Russian journalist gets a taste of regional press

July 14, 2003

Minister snubs paper's funding concerns

July 08, 2003

Regional Press Awards winners announced

July 01, 2003

NCE success for 55 per cent of candidates

June 23, 2003

Future of newspaper group is in the hands of its staff

June 05, 2003

Seven up as trainees make the grade

May 29, 2003

News in brief

May 14, 2003

Regional snappers are a picture of success

May 07, 2003

Former regional reporter given all-clear in SARS scare

Daily Press adds its weight to search for missing Daniel

May 06, 2003

Chief executive takes the hot seat to be quizzed by fans

April 25, 2003

My story from the Gulf: We talk to war correspondents

April 22, 2003

Ad revenues help Archant to increased profit

April 18, 2003

News in brief

March 22, 2003

It ain't half hot mum!Newsrooms react to war

March 14, 2003

Regional press staff fly to Middle East

March 06, 2003

2003 Newspaper Award nominations announced

March 03, 2003

Quick-thinking Mike overturns ban - and secures pic

February 26, 2003

Regional newspapers' war correspondents prepare to fly

February 08, 2003

Paper backs Lottery bid as it moves to Parliament

February 03, 2003

No Going Back for Martin

January 31, 2003

Sporting pictures scoop awards

January 14, 2003

Floods supplement results in biggest paper

January 06, 2003

Fashion tips for editorial staff

December 31, 2002

Retiring quartet gave 125 years to company

December 24, 2002

Archant backing for new daily tabloid

December 18, 2002

NCE success for 44 per cent of candidates

December 16, 2002

New picture editor for EDP

News in brief

December 11, 2002

Nature prize handed out in memory of journalist

December 05, 2002

Dennis set to retire after 40 years in regional press

November 20, 2002

Newspaper staff celebrate

November 11, 2002

Journal returns to centre

October 23, 2002

Archant poised to acquire media assets

October 15, 2002

Reporter leading a "normal life" after transplant

October 04, 2002

News in brief

September 18, 2002

Terry's 40 years with newspaper group

September 07, 2002

New Archant publication hits streets

September 05, 2002

Newspaper's 'voice' retires

August 21, 2002

'Outstanding' trainee rewarded

August 19, 2002

Archant announces increased profits

August 16, 2002

News in brief

August 06, 2002

Retiring editor says goodbye

July 23, 2002

Fun, games and praise for Archant staff

July 22, 2002

Two editors tell the Queen of papers' role

July 12, 2002

EDP has puppy power

July 09, 2002

Regionals across the UK scoop press awards

July 05, 2002

News in brief

June 24, 2002

Paper's research bid may prompt shake-up over crime

June 19, 2002

International award for EDP

June 18, 2002

News company seeks new idol

June 05, 2002

Editors meet PM

May 15, 2002

Communicating with the communicators

May 11, 2002

Norfolk paper publishes 'Toon' edition

May 08, 2002

Mentor to many has died

May 01, 2002

Regional news publishers in "top 100" list

Archant posts record profits

April 30, 2002

Home team debut for Canaries fan Ian

April 24, 2002

Exhibition marks life of journalist Bell

April 08, 2002

2002 Newspaper Awards

April 04, 2002

Supplements, special editions and photo archives

Writers meet their Waterloo!

Final nominations announced

March 16, 2002

Newspaper group appoints chief executive

March 06, 2002

From Ecng to Archant

February 27, 2002

Getting another certificate!

February 07, 2002

Weighting to waist away

February 05, 2002

Photographers snap up top awards

Newspapers win right to print rape suspect's address

February 02, 2002

Media group will change its name

January 10, 2002

Corporate makeover on the cards for Ecng

January 08, 2002

Living the dream on TV

January 04, 2002

News in brief

December 31, 2001

Hair today...

December 25, 2001

Gallery honour for regional journalist

December 21, 2001

News in brief

November 22, 2001

Honours shared at industry awards

November 08, 2001

Norfolk paper comes to rescue of Potter star

October 15, 2001

News in brief

September 28, 2001

News in brief

September 21, 2001

Changes at the top for Ecng

September 14, 2001

News in brief

September 12, 2001

Paper's poll shows support for reform of pub opening times

August 10, 2001

News in brief

August 09, 2001

Prescott steps in to aid EDP's humanitarian bid

July 18, 2001

Daily Press backs stranger danger scheme

July 11, 2001

Puppy power on the Net

July 06, 2001

Regional press award winners celebrate

June 21, 2001

Daily Press hopeful of law change

Holdthefrontpage scoops electronic publishing accolade

June 19, 2001

EDP honoured for war zone charity work

June 18, 2001

Reader loyalty at EDP

June 04, 2001

Back seat of a loaded gun

May 30, 2001

We Care hope for Lottery cash

May 01, 2001

Law change on the way after EDP pressure

April 03, 2001

Royal seal of approval

March 26, 2001

Cycling "ambassador" dies

March 19, 2001

Website in line for award

March 13, 2001

Tribute to writer

March 12, 2001

Daily Press family reunited with television

March 09, 2001

Seventeen-year wait is over

March 02, 2001

Norfolk's worst dressed male

Political classic topslibrary poll

February 21, 2001

Daily Press sets family telly challenge

February 09, 2001

Jo is Prince's first winner

February 06, 2001

Risk of wolves in sheep's clothing?

February 01, 2001

EDP's new web venturegoes "live"

January 06, 2001

'Squit' book has lead in Norwich poll

December 30, 2000

CBE for services to the newspaper industry

September 12, 2000

Village roll of honour

August 04, 2000

Six papers back air aid

July 19, 2000

Brian Waite funeral details announced

July 04, 2000

Journalist agrees settlement in sex discrimination case

June 12, 2000

Employees offered £2,000 for ideas

June 09, 2000

John has an eye for the unusual

June 08, 2000

Man bailed after photographer dies

April 25, 2000

Journalist wins right to pursue sex discrimination claim

April 07, 2000

BT awards shortlist unveiled

March 27, 2000

Fund for flood victims tops £27,000

March 11, 2000

Full story: click here

March 09, 2000

Honour for Jamie

March 07, 2000

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