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Double decker bus roof ripped off by railway bridge in Chelmsford
By AOL Travel, May 17, 2013
A double decker bus has had its roof completely ripped off after hitting a railway bridge in Essex. The Regal Busways bus hit the bridge in Duke Street, Chelmsford, at 16.30 on...
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Father cheats death after 70mph train hits his head
By Ruth Doherty, Nov 30, 2012
A father of two is lucky to be alive after being struck by a train travelling at 70mph while standing at a platform in Essex. Stephen Wright had been standing on the edge of the railway...
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Kayaker killed by lightning strike in Essex
By Ruth Doherty, Aug 16, 2012
A kayaker has been killed by a lightning strike while kayaking alone in Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex. Keith Kirkum, 59, described as a "spiritualist" and a "gentleman", took his kayak out on...
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Holidaymaker fined for trying to abandon dog at UK beach
By Ruth Doherty, Jul 30, 2012
A female holidaymaker has been fined after attempting to abandon her own dog during a trip to the north Essex coast. The woman, who was staying at a holiday park, contacted Tendring District...
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Great British food: Ten regional delicacies
By Roshina Jowaheer, May 05, 2012
Take a food tour of Britain and discover the local delights, like sweet Bakewell tart in Derbyshire, meaty Cornish pasties in Cornwall and even slimy jellied eels in London - if you're brave...
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Travel quiz: Guess the British TV location
By Roshina Jowaheer, Apr 20, 2012
Would you recognise the sets of these famous TV dramas if you happened to stumble upon them on your travels? From period dramas to sitcoms, fine mansions to cosy cottages, don't miss the...
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Too wide to travel: 35-stone man refused seat on train in Essex
By Ruth Doherty, Oct 28, 2011
A 35-stone rail passenger was refused permission to travel on a train in Essex after being told his six-wheel motorised chair was too big to fit. Derek Rolph, 54, became obese after a car...
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