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SOUTHEND: World record attempt launched from airport

Did you hear a VERY low plane go over your house or flat in the early hours of Tuesday morning (31 Aug)? It certainly woke me up, and had me worried for the safety of the pilot and those on board.  I didn’t get up in time to see the aircraft, but what sounded like a plane in distress was anything but. The aircraft was – in fact –... [Read more of this review]

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WESTCLIFF: Russell wins prestigious comedy award

Westcliff comedian Russell Kane has won the prestigious Foster’s Edinburgh Comedy Award – and with it – £10,000. The funnyman – who had been nominated twice in the past – beat off competition from Josie Long, Sarah Millican, Greg Davies and Bo Burnham. Russell’s ‘Smokescreens and Castles‘ show was a massive... [Read more of this review]

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SOUTHEND: Ever wanted to be a lifeguard?

Do you think you have what it takes to become a lifeguard? If the answer is yes then this may be the opportunity for you. National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) courses are being offered at Warriors Swim Centre in Southend.   If you are 16 or over, physically fit, can swim to a good level and get to the bottom of the deepest part of a swimming... [Read more of this review]

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YOUR VIEW: What should happen to the seafront palm trees?

Over the past few weeks we’ve had more than 50 emails, tweets and Facebook messages about the state of the palm trees on Southend and Westcliff seafronts. Many people have expressed concern that the trees look weary, weather beaten and generally unwell. Matthew Dakeyne from Leigh said: “The palm trees just look really ill.” Karen Hispey... [Read more of this review]

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