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Brighton Pier for Sale After Visitor Numbers Fall

The historic Brighton Palace Pier is up for sale. Owner Brighton Pier Group cites falling visitor numbers and rising costs. Find out what this means for the future of this national treasure.

Man dies in New Year's Day swim off Brighton

A 51-year-old man from Kettering tragically died after getting into difficulty while swimming in the sea near Brighton Palace Pier on New Year's Day. Emergency services were called at 10:35am.

Brighton's Iconic Palace Pier Put Up For Sale

Brighton's historic Palace Pier is on the market after a decade under Luke Johnson's ownership, hit by falling profits and rising costs. Could you be its next custodian?

Brighton Palace Pier for sale as profits slump

Brighton's 126-year-old Palace Pier is on the market after a drop in tourists and rising costs. The owners hope for a summer sale to shape the future of this national treasure.

Rylan Clark laughs off being 'cancelled' a second time

TV presenter Rylan Clark mocked his own 'cancellation' after swearing on stage in a pantomime. The incident follows the Ofcom complaints he received for his This Morning immigration comments in August.

Teen charged over St Kilda Pier attack on tourist

A 19-year-old has been charged after a Norwegian visitor was allegedly bashed and robbed at St Kilda Pier. The incident, captured on video, has sparked concern. Read the latest details.

UK Airport Drop-Off Fees: Most Expensive Revealed

New research exposes the UK's priciest 'kiss and fly' charges, with London Southend topping the list. Discover which airports still offer free drop-offs and plan your journey smarter.

Dinosaur Dumps Rubbish in Southend Wheelie Bin Row

A fly-tipper in a purple T-Rex costume was caught on camera dumping bin bags in Southend, avoiding a £400 fine. The bizarre incident highlights local fury over a controversial new wheelie bin system.

Hawthorne by the Sea Closes After 78 Years

Hawthorne by the Sea, a family-run Massachusetts institution, has served its final meal after 78 years. The community mourns the loss of a landmark that hosted presidents and locals alike.

Brighton Beach Sexual Assault: Police Hunt Suspect

Sussex Police are urgently searching for a suspect after a teenage girl was sexually assaulted on Brighton beach. The disturbing incident occurred near the city's famous Palace Pier, prompting increased patrols and public appeals for information.

Birnbeck Pier awarded £8m in lottery rescue bid

The iconic but crumbling Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital £8 million lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long fight to save the unique Victorian structure from complete collap

£4.3M Lottery Lifeline Saves Historic Birnbeck Pier

The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.

Boy, 7, buried alive in California beach sand hole collapse

A family day at a California beach turned into a nightmare when a young boy was completely submerged after a sand hole he was digging suddenly caved in. Quick-thinking rescuers performed a dramatic excavation to save him.

National League Match Abandoned After Referee Attack

A National League fixture between Southend United and Bromley was abandoned after a disgraceful pitch invasion and alleged assault on the referee. Get the full story on the shocking events that unfolded at Roots Hall.

Two dead in devastating Essex roundabout crash

A major collision on the A127 in Essex has left two people dead and five with life-threatening injuries. Emergency services are on the scene as investigations into the cause of the crash begin.

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