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Teenager stabbed to death in High Wycombe

A 17-year-old boy has been stabbed to death in Buckinghamshire in a “targeted attack”, police said. Thames Valley Police are hunting for up to four suspects – who had their faces covered – following Sunday night’s attack in High Wycombe. Another 17-year-old boy was also hurt but his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening and he has been taken to hospital. Officers were called to reports of the stabbing in the Easton Street area of High Wycombe at aboutRead More

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National News

Everton out of bottom three after five star win

Dwight McNeil scored a second-half brace as Everton climbed into 16th and two points clear of the Premier League relegation zone to dampen Brighton’s European dreams with a thumping 5-1 victory at the Amex. It was a shocking first half for the seventh-placed hosts, who fell behind after just 33 seconds through Abdoulaye Doucoure, who later bagged a first-half brace. Albion’s woes were exacerbated when goalkeeper Jason Steele turned the ball into his own net and McNeil added another for Everton in the secondRead More

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National News

Scotland Yard release statement on Coronation arrests

A lengthy statement explains why officers arrested the Republic protesters ahead of the King’s coronation. The force said it believed items found alongside a large number of placards could be used as “lock on devices”. “The investigation team have now fully examined the items seized and reviewed the full circumstances of the arrest,” a statement added. “Those arrested stated the items would be used to secure their placards, and the investigation has been unable to prove intent to use themRead More

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National News

King and Queen say nations support greatest possible coronation gift

Traditional official portraits marking the crowning of Charles III and Queen Camilla were released to round off the monarchy’s landmark occasion The King and Queen have pledged to rededicate their lives to service as Charles called the nation’s support throughout the historic celebrations “the greatest possible coronation gift”. As the weekend of festivities came to a close, Charles issued a special written coronation message, saying: “We thank you, each and every one.” Traditional official portraits marking the crowning of CharlesRead More

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National News

Sunderland sneak into play offs as Milwall West Brom Blackburn miss out

Sunderland’s Premier League dream remains alive after they clinched a play-off place on the final day of the season, scoring three times inside 11 minutes to beat Preston 3-0 at Deepdale. Goals from Amad Diallo, Alex Pritchard and Jack Clarke did the trick on a day to remember. The Black Cats needed results elsewhere to go their way and Millwall’s failure to win saw them sneak into the top six; Tony Mowbray’s side will now face Luton over two legs forRead More

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National News

Leicester humbled after first half horror show

City miss penalty in 5-3 loss. Leicester slipped further into relegation trouble as they endured a woeful 5-3 defeat away to Fulham to end their three-game unbeaten run and inflict damage on their survival hopes. Starting the game outside of the bottom three on goal difference, Dean Smith’s side were ripped apart in the first half at Craven Cottage as Willian, Carlos Vinicius and Tom Cairney all took advantage of shambolic defending to bury Leicester before the break. Cairney gotRead More

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Sport

Positive injury news on Lynn Stars rider

King's Lynn have received a positive injury update on skipper Josh Pickering – who should be back in action for the MacInnes Stars later this month.The Australian crashed in Heat 1 of a fixture for his Championship club Edinburgh at Berwick nearly a fortnight ago, and has been awaiting the full diagnosis of a shoulder injury.Pickering has now been told he fractured his left scapula close to a nerve, and issues with tendons have given him mobility problems in hisRead More

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Local News

Fun had by all at royal celebrations across borough

As the King’s Coronation took place, many gathered accross West Norfolk to take part in regal celebrations. Live screenings of the entire proceedngs were held on Lynn’s King’s Staithe Square and Hunstanton’s Green on Saturday, where a sea of Union Flags were waved. Both free-to-attend events were held by West Norfolk Council – and despite initial weather concerns, a large number of people attended. The screen on King’s Staithes Square projected the live Coronation After the ceremony took place, liveRead More

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National News

Prince William says Queen Elizabeth would be proud of King Charles

The Prince of Wales paid tribute to the King’s coronation “pledge of service” as the newly crowned monarch’s life was celebrated by a host of stars. William took to the stage during the Coronation Concert to speak about the pride he felt for his father, highlight Charles’ recognition of “people of all faiths, all backgrounds” and fondly remember his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II. During a night of music staged in the grounds of Windsor Castle, actors, singers and entertainers came forwardRead More

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