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Peace vigil at Norwich, new pilgrimage route for Newcastle, and Wells ‘Swan whisperer’ launches book

BILL SMITH

That wars may cease: A vigil for peace was held in Norwich Cathedral at the weekend, to show solidarity with those who are suffering because of conflict in the Middle East and elsewhere. People gathered around the cathedral’s Peace Globe to pray, light candles, and take time for silence and reflection

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