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The fire service has shared an important safety reminder

Around 600 people were prevented from coming to Southend over the bank holiday, with a new warning in place ahead of this weekend

Carl was a "shy" schoolboy before beginning an apprenticeship to become a hairdresser and started posting his work on social media. It then caught the attention of his first celebrity client - Katie Price.

It may sit empty now, but it could be soon transformed

The local council has outlined the changes amid its controversial wheelie bin roll out

Olly Murs has been a hugely successful pop star for over a decade, but his life off stage is equally shaped by his family, from his marriage to wife Amelia Tank and their two children, to his long-standing estrangement from twin brother Ben

Traffic is currently being released past the scene.

Police were called following reports of Barnett and Oakley going missing

A new Conservative council boss says they want to reduce targets given by the national Government

The beauty spot has become a 'wildlife haven', but could be put up for sale

It has been alleged that staff were told not time spent at some emergencies, but the trust say they want every patient to get the right care, first time and as quickly as possible

Brentwood Council is set to be ruled by a coalition of Lib Dems, Labour and independents

Multiple fire engines have been seen travelling to the incident

The killer told a 'wicked lie' that he was the victim of a racist attack

It's the newest kid on the block in this town's foodie scene

Dog owners have been urged to keep their dogs under control at all times

Multiple emergency services descended on the scene

He was arrested on suspicion of attempting to engage in sexual communications with a child

Drivers face slow traffic and congestion due to the crash

More than 600 people were blocked from travelling into the city at railway stations