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Every London Underground station and line closed this weekend
With the weekend upon us, it's time to check what planned TfL closures are taking place from Friday to Sunday. As with most weekends, some stations will be closed or partly closed for TfL to carry out essential work. We've broken down a list
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Do Essex speed cameras have a tolerance? Here's when they will 'flash'
HAVE you ever wondered how fast a driver actually has to be going before a speed camera "flashes"? Some speed cameras in the UK have tolerances, which means motorists could be going a few miles per hour over the speed limit before they get a fine
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Tonight’s £24m National Lottery EuroMIllions numbers revealed - have you won?
Tonight’s National Lottery EuroMillions winning numbers are: 12, 18, 24, 25, 39. The Lucky Stars are: 08, 10. Tonight’s estimated jackpot is £24 million. Millionaire Maker Selection – one UK millionaire has been created: MSMX51719.
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Childcare worker and mum of three wins £3 million house she thought was a joke
A mum of three has won a £3 million house that she thought was a joke being played on her by the family's notorious prankster. Childcare worker Rachael Reid, 54, scooped the latest Omaze Million Pound House Draw in Surrey. She also won £100,000
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Rare King Charles £20 note sells for £7000 - how to tell if you have one
A rare £20 King Charles III banknote has sold at auction for £7,000. The new banknote bearing the face of the recently crowned monarch sold at a charity auction held by Spink and Son on behalf of the Bank of England on Thursday (July 11), The Sun
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REVEALED: £46k cash boost to tackle 10 fly-tipping hotspots across Southend
FLY-TIPPERS are being put on notice – you will be caught and you will be fined if you dump rubbish on the streets of Southend. In a new plan, cameras will be installed in ten fly-tipping hotspots across Southend as part of an “ambitious” campaign
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'Good' Shoebury school with 'tolerant and respectful' pupils praised by Ofsted
PUPILS at a secondary school have been praised for being “tolerant and respectful” by Ofsted inspectors after a positive inspection. Shoebury High School, in Caulfield Road, has retained its "good" rating – the second highest possible - following
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Drivers warned of three months of gas works on major south Essex road
DRIVERS have been warned of disruption ahead of three months of works on a major Benfleet road. Cadent is set to replace the 1930s gas mains on Bread and Cheese Hill, between Rhoda Road and Kenneth Road, to make them more resilient to leaks
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Thousands to fill Southend city centre as Pride festival returns tomorrow
THOUSANDS of people are set to fill Southend with bright colours, flags and music as Pride takes over the city tomorrow. Southend Pride returns for its sixth annual event on Saturday to celebrate the LBGTQ+ community –kick-starting with a parade
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Man rushed to hospital after two cars crash in major Southend road
A MAN was rushed to hospital after two cars crashed in a major Southend road this morning. Emergency services flooded Southchurch Road, between The Exchange pub and the Esso garage, after the crash after 11.45am today. Police, firefighters
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How much screen times is ok for kids? Expert reveals when it becomes 'unhealthy'
Screens follow us everywhere these days from tablets and TVs to phones and laptops. There is an entire ( and very addictive) digital world out there for our kids to discover whether it's scrolling on TikTok or liking Instagram posts. With the
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Doctor reveals 'best hangover cure' is a 'little-known' tipple the night before
The dreaded hangover after a night out can make or break a person. While most hangovers eventually fade on their own, some can linger for a full day, or perhaps longer. Now, health gurus have revealed a 'little-known' tipple that could help
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‘I thought I was going to die’: Warning issued as £20 meds nearly kills mum
A mum has issued a warning over buying £20 skinny jabs via beauticians on Facebook - after it nearly killed her. Stacey Smith has claimed she got the injection at a salon just ten minutes after chatting to the owner over Facebook in a bid to shed
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Grab your popcorn! Here are 33 movie quiz questions to test your knowledge
Think you know your movies? Prove it with these 33 questions that only true film buffs will know. From cinematic classics like Casablanca to movie magic like Harry Potter, the beauty of the big screen is that there is something for everyone.
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First Royal Mail postbox with the King's cypher to be installed on this street
The Royal Mail has announced that the first red postbox with King Charles III’s cypher has been installed. The historic round pillar box, considered a British classic, is on the High Street in Great Cambourne, south Cambridgeshire. Helping
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Childcare worker and mum of three wins £3 million house she thought was a joke
A mum of three has won a £3 million house that she thought was a joke being played on her by the family's notorious prankster. Childcare worker Rachael Reid, 54, scooped the latest Omaze Million Pound House Draw in Surrey. She also won £100,000
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Major retailer set to enter administration with future of south Essex stores at risk
Carpetright is set to enter administration, putting the future of its more than 1,800 staff and 272 stores at risk. The carpet and flooring retailer, which has its headquarters in Purfleet, has filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators
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Rare King Charles £20 note sells for £7000 - how to tell if you have one
A rare £20 King Charles III banknote has sold at auction for £7,000. The new banknote bearing the face of the recently crowned monarch sold at a charity auction held by Spink and Son on behalf of the Bank of England on Thursday (July 11), The Sun
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Southend seafront attraction Adventure Island closing early for Euros final
A POPULAR Southend seafront attraction has revealed changes to its opening hours this weekend to help staff and customers enjoy England’s Euro 2024 final. England will play Spain in the final of the football tournament on Sunday at 8pm in Berlin
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Does travelling around the M25 get you a ULEZ charge? Here's all we know
London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) saw its biggest ever expansion last summer to cover all London boroughs, including the former Essex towns 'lost' to east London. Before the end of last August, the zone was limited to the area within London
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Why hundreds of flying ants have been seen in skies across Essex this week
Have you spotted any flying ants this week? In what is dubbed as Flying Ant Day, millions of the critters take to the sky in an annual swarming event to create new colonies. The Natural History Museum said the winged ants appear at different
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Drivers warned of six weeks of works in major south Essex junction
DRIVERS have been warned of six weeks of temporary closures and traffic lights on a busy Rayleigh road while developers work on improvements. Countryside and Vistry will be carrying out traffic signal improvement works linked to the Wolsey Park
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Police and firefighters at scene of crash in major Southend road
Police and fire engines are on the scene of a crash in a major Southend road. A large fire service and police presence has been seen in Southchurch Road this afternoon, close to The Exchange and Esso garage, following a crash. Police officers
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Could Southend's Debenhams be brought back into use? Update year after plans dropped
SOUTHEND’S former High Street Debenhams looks set to remain shut for the foreseeable future as senior councillors admitted their hands are tied in the fight to see it brought back into use. Debenhams, in the Royals Shopping Centre in the High Street
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Essex security guard jailed for life over ‘depraved’ Holly Willoughby murder plot
A SECURITY officer who hatched a plot to kidnap, rape and kill TV presenter Holly Willoughby has been jailed for life. Gavin Plumb, from Harlow, was unanimously convicted of soliciting murder and inciting rape and kidnap following an earlier
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Essex city ranked among the top 20 most stylish places to live in the UK in 2024
An Essex city has been ranked among the top 20 most stylish places to live in the UK, according to a new list. The homeware brand Furniturebox created the list, with there being 60 locations in all featured. Discussing its creation, they wrote
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Blues skipper Ralph relishing big weekend of football
SOUTHEND United skipper Nathan Ralph is looking forward to a double dose of football this weekend. Ralph will be part of the Shrimpers squad starting their pre-season schedule with a friendly at Great Wakering Rovers tomorrow afternoon. And
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"I'm committing to a place that’s on the up" - Scott-Morriss signs new Blues deal
SOUTHEND United wing-back Gus Scott-Morriss has signed a new two year contract with the club. Scott-Morriss won Blues' player of the year last season after a series of impressive performances. And the 27-year-old is pleased to be remaining
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How Wembley defeat has fired up Great Wakering boss Bowers
GREAT Wakering Rovers boss Marcus Bowers says last season’s Wembley woe has made him even more determined to succeed. Wakering, who host Southend United in a pre-season friendly tomorrow, were beaten 3-0 by Romford in the FA Vase final in May.
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Thundersley boxer proves a hit with perfect display
Boxer Finley James took a step closer to a championship title fight after racking up his third victory with a punch perfect display. The fast rising 21-year old super-welterweight, from Thundersley, outclassed Manchester based Elliot Eboigi over
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Enjoy the delights of the Chatsworth Country Fair and save £30pp
ENJOY a trip to the unforgettable Chatsworth Country Fair, held amidst the stunning scenery of the Peak District and the grand Chatsworth House. We have teamed up with Just Go to help save you £30. This two-day escape, starting on August 31
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Weekly bin collections could return to Basildon...but it would cost up to £3m
WEEKLY bin collections could return to Basildon...but it would cost a whopping £3million after the controversial roll-out of a new waste scheme. Basildon Council will meet next week to discuss potential options for the future of bin collections
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Plans revealed for EIGHTH McDonald’s to open in Basildon borough at former Prezzo
THE McDonald’s fast food empire looks to expand even further across Basildon after plans for an EIGHTH restaurant were submitted. The chain has already submitted plans for two new Basildon McDonald’s in recent months, and now proposals have been
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M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex this weekend
A small number of motorway closures will impact Essex traffic this weekend, according to National Highways England. Essex's main roads include the A12 and M25 alongside an important section of the travel network in the Dartford Crossing. If
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'Elegant solution' could be offered to end parking row near Westcliff school
TEACHERS could to be offered business permits in an "elegant solution" to a parking row which has left residents furious near a Westcliff school. Frustrated residents have been at loggerheads with Southend Council over parking surrounding St Bernard's
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Marathon challenge for brave Southend boy with rare disorder flying to US every month
A NINE-year-old boy battling a rare disorder affecting just 200 people across the globe is flying to America every single month in the hope of improving his quality of life. Max Edwards, nine, suffers from Proteus Syndrome - an disorder that causes
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‘Outstanding’ rating for Southend school before head leaves after 17 years
A SOUTHEND grammar school is celebrating after retaining its "outstanding" rating in an Ofsted inspection that found pupils see themselves as a “positive force for change”. In Southend High School for Boys’ final Ofsted inspection before long-standing
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Pubs across south Essex preparing for sell-out Euros final as England face Spain
THERE won’t be an empty seat in south Essex pubs on Sunday as they prepare for an evening of bumper trade as the Euro 2024 final kicks off. Landlords are gearing up to help cheer on England as they face Spain and Steve Haslam, owner of the Bread
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New authentic Indian restaurant to 'bring something different' to Southend
THE MANAGER of a new authentic South Indian restaurant coming to Southend is preparing to “achieve his dream” as he opens his doors to the public. Pallavas will be the latest restaurant to hit the streets of the city when it opens at 61 London