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Eight arrested after machete fight breaks out on seafront in Southend
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In Pictures: Britons try to stay cool in summer sun as temperatures soar
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Riders left hanging vertically on tracks of 72ft Essex rollercoaster
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Camilla enjoys fish and chip lunch as Southend achieves city status
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Adventure Island: Panic as police deal with assault at theme park
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Naked rollercoaster ride sees thrill-seekers strip off for record bid
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