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Jess Watch: Another test for former Lynn resident after date with latest bombshell

When we last caught up on how Jess is getting on in the Mallorcan villa, we were concerned as she, along with Sammy, were at risk of being dumped from the island.So, I can start this column off on a happy note and tell you all that within minutes of Thursday’s episode being aired, we found out that Sammy and Jess were safe – phew – but Leah and Montel were sent home.Tyrique, Ella, Whitney and Lochan all said theyRead More

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Sport

North Runcton defeat Fakenham in the Norfolk Alliance as Jasper Payne hits maiden century

North Runcton displayed their Norfolk Alliance Premier Division title credentials with victory over Fakenham in a match reduced to 30 overs a side.The victory sees North Runcton leapfrog their rivals in the league standings.Sunshine, showers, strong winds, and umpires made both teams wait for perfect conditions for the games to commence.The umpires take a look at the wicket after rain delayed the start of North Runcton's Norfolk Alliance Premier Division game against Fakenham on Saturday.However, it was all worth waitingRead More

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National News

Sunak hails outgoing Defence Secretary Ben Wallaces distinguished career

Rishi Sunak has praised Ben Wallace for a “distinguished” career following the Defence Secretary’s announcement he will resign at the next Cabinet reshuffle. Mr Wallace, who has been Defence Secretary since 2019, will stand down as an MP at the next general election. The Prime Minister said he would be sad to see Mr Wallace go but “I completely understand and sympathise” with his decision. Mr Wallace played a key role in the UK’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.Read More

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National News

Aslef announces fresh overtime ban for train drivers in pay dispute

A fresh overtime ban has been announced by train drivers, threatening disruption to services at the height of the summer holidays. Members of Aslef at 15 train operating companies will refuse to work overtime from Monday July 31 to Saturday August 5 in the long-running dispute over pay. Drivers launched a week-long overtime ban on Monday which the union warned will “seriously” affect services. Aslef said train companies did not employ enough drivers, which was why they are dependent on rest day working, which the unionRead More

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