Author: Benjamin

Emergency services responded to a distress call regarding a teenager’s safety in the water at a West Wittering beach near Chichester around 1 pm on Tuesday. The young man was part of a group from Uxbridge College in west London, visiting the area to mark the end of their term. According to a college spokesperson, he encountered difficulties in the sea, and tragically, efforts to rescue him were unsuccessful. He was airlifted to a hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. Sussex Police have informed his family. Principal Dylan McTaggart of Uxbridge College expressed deep sorrow, stating, “This was a…

Location : The M4 eastbound between junctions J3 and J2 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 13:15 and 13:30 on 3 July 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 40 minutes against expected traffic. Earlier Reason : Caused by the earlier broken down vehicle. Source link

David Pacera has been convicted of multiple sexual offenses following a jury trial. On January 3, a woman reported to police that she had been raped and sexually assaulted by Pacera, 42, at a property in Worthing. He was promptly arrested on the same day. The victim, who is entitled to lifelong anonymity under the law, received support and protection from specialized officers as Sussex Police initiated an investigation. During the trial at Chichester Crown Court, a 90-minute audio recording made by the victim on January 3 was presented as crucial evidence. The recording captured her repeatedly saying “no” during…

The Dartford Crossing, linking Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex, is a vital road crossing over the River Thames. The west tunnel will be closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday night, while the east tunnel will be closed on Thursday and Saturday night. This information is accurate at the time of publication, but may be subject to change, particularly in adverse weather conditions. Tuesday, July 2 – Wednesday, July 3 A282 Northbound A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel 10pm – 5.30am Tunnel closure for maintenance works Diversion via National Highways network Wednesday, July 3 – Thursday, July 4 A282 Northbound…

Location : The A19 southbound between the A1058 and the junction with the A193 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 07:45 and 08:00 on 3 July 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

Three young female goats, aged four to five months, were taken from Honeycomb Farm in Hailsham sometime on Sunday night, deeply affecting owner Paul Koc and his six-year-old daughter Rae. Paul Koc, along with his wife Antonia, owns the farm and has appealed on social media to make the goats “too hot to handle,” hoping for their safe return. The goats—Jasmine, Primrose, and Poppy—were taken after their secure enclosure was forcibly opened. “These goats are particularly dear to us, especially to our daughter Rae, who has cared for them since birth,” Paul Koc expressed. “Jasmine, in particular, was bottle-fed by…

Wednesday 03 July 2024 12:00 am Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Email The average monthly rental rates in London continue to climb, while prices outside the capital have soared to unprecedented levels, according to Rightmove. Outside London, the average monthly rent now stands at £1,316, marking a seven percent increase from the previous year, as reported by Rightmove’s analysis for May. Meanwhile, within London itself, the average advertised rent has risen to £2,652 per month, reflecting a four percent increase year-over-year. Ahead of the General Election, Rightmove has called on the…

TikTok star and model Caz Milligan was scheduled to face Ibrox hero Nacho Novo in a fight at a Glasgow venue on August 10. However, Caz has now informed his followers that the event will not proceed due to various reasons. The event has also been removed from the Hydro’s website. In an Instagram video addressing his fans, Caz took responsibility, saying, “I bit off more than I can chew. I’ll take accountability for that. I had a successful first event in a hotel, made contacts with the Hydro and Novo, and got too excited, moving too quickly.” He also…

Location : The A3 southbound at the junction with the A31 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 02:45 and 03:00 on 3 July 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

Bromley Picturehouse, a landmark vintage cinema known for its striking Art Deco architecture, has announced it will be closing its doors for good on August 1. This beloved venue, which has welcomed film lovers for generations, represents an era echoing the golden years of cinema in the 1920s and 30s. The original building dates back to 1936 and showcases the design of famed architect George Coles, making it a significant part of Bromley’s cultural heritage. The sudden announcement of the closure has come as a shock to the community, with no specific reasons provided. A spokesperson for Bromley Picturehouse took…