It is a mystery worthy of the pen of Ian Fleming himself, featuring a high stakes theft, shady middle men and a 20-year-hunt for the dastardly individuals responsible. When the 1964 Aston Martin DB5 featured in the James Bond film Goldfinger was stolen from a Florida airport hangar in 1997 there were fears it would never be seen again. For years the search for the car used by Sean Connery in his role as Fleming’s 007, the spy with a licence to kill, proved fruitless. But now hopes have risen that it may yet be recovered, after a tip was received giving details of the Aston Martin’s current whereabouts. It’s location, according to those supplying the information, is classic espionage territory - the Middle East. Art Recovery International (ARI), which was hired by an unspecified insurance firm to help track down the stolen Aston Martin, have been told it is being held at a specific location in the region. A six figure sum is being offered for information … [Read more...] about New hope in mystery of James Bond’s missing Aston Martin
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‘Boy racers’ turn Norwich street into makeshift race track
In the past few days a “burn out box” has been spray painted on the road, which residents say is also used as a makeshift starting grid. Photo: Submitted Archant Boy racers have painted a “burn out box” on a residential Norwich road, prompting complaints about street racing in the area. Britannia Road, Norwich. PHOTO BY SIMON FINLAY People living on Britannia Road say young drivers regularly congregate at the car park near Norwich Prison and race each other. But in the past few days they have spray painted a yellow box on the road, which residents claim is used as a makeshift starting grid. A 68-year-old woman, who did not wish to be named, said she had seen drivers reach speeds of 60mph down Britannia Road. “They start at the yellow box and roar down the road, it is like a race track,” she said. Britannia Road, Norwich. PHOTO BY SIMON FINLAY “But they don’t have any respect for the people living here and they don’t seem to be … [Read more...] about ‘Boy racers’ turn Norwich street into makeshift race track
Parts of Weston ‘become a dumping ground’ amid waste collection issues
PUBLISHED: 13:00 23 June 2018 Sam Frost & Henry Woodsford Rubbish in Monkton Avenue. Picture: Olive Bradley Archant Dozens of waste collections have been missed in Weston-super-Mare with bin men claiming their rounds are too big, to the frustration of homeowners who face growing piles of rubbish. Rubbish in Monkton Avenue. Picture: Olive Bradley Since North Somerset Council made changes to collection dates at the start of the month, Westonians have complained of missed pickups leaving bins and recycling boxes overflowing. And the Mercury has seen reports of incomplete collections across North Somerset since the changes, with dozens of roads being missed on some days. Many were missed because crews are being given too many roads to cover. Other collections have been missed because drivers started shifts late, and some were given incorrect routes. Collection problems have been felt on Weston’s Oldmixon estate, where bin bags have been left untouched for weeks. … [Read more...] about Parts of Weston ‘become a dumping ground’ amid waste collection issues
What will the weather be like for the England game tomorrow? Check the forecast in your area!
PUBLISHED: 19:50 23 June 2018 | UPDATED: 20:02 23 June 2018 Amy Gibbons Many of us will be hosting summer barbeques as the game gets underway Picture: JUPITERIMAGES/GETTY IMAGES This content is subject to copyright. Hosting a barbeque or grabbing a cool pint in the local pub for the England game tomorrow? Check here to see how warm it will be where you are. People enjoy the sunshine in Christchurch Park, Ipswich Picture: GRGG BROWN People in Suffolk and north Essex have been lucky enough to bask in gorgeous sunshine for most of this week, but many will be wondering if the weather will hold out for England’s big game against Panama tomorrow. Check below to see if you should get the garden furniture out. Ipswich According to the MET Office, Ipswich will be pleasantly warm throughout the day – however you’ll be unlikely to see much sunshine. Muggy conditions will mean the sun will only peak out from behind the clouds at around 6pm, but there almost certainly … [Read more...] about What will the weather be like for the England game tomorrow? Check the forecast in your area!
Anger after Northern Ireland village plant pot raid
Anger after Northern Ireland village plant pot raid BelfastTelegraph.co.uk Residents have spoken of their anger after thieves took hanging baskets and planters from their Co Down village. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/anger-after-northern-ireland-village-plant-pot-raid-37041823.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/incoming/article37041822.ece/a2805/AUTOCROP/h342/clough-main_street.JPG Email Residents have spoken of their anger after thieves took hanging baskets and planters from their Co Down village. Three hanging basket and eight half barrel planters from the Main Street area of Clough were taken between Friday night and Saturday morning. "A lot of hard work went into creating these, it's deeply disappointing," said Alan Lewis in an appeal to help replace the items or have them returned. In a Facebook post on the village's residents' association page one resident added: "Words really can't describe how angry, disappointed and upset I am. "We had … [Read more...] about Anger after Northern Ireland village plant pot raid
Pictures: Game Of Thrones stars arrive at church for Harington and Leslie wedding
Pictures: Game Of Thrones stars arrive at church for Harington and Leslie wedding BelfastTelegraph.co.uk Game Of Thrones actress Rose Leslie has arrived at the church where she is marrying her former co-star Kit Harington. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainment/news/pictures-game-of-thrones-stars-arrive-at-church-for-harington-and-leslie-wedding-37041471.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/incoming/article37041468.ece/5717e/AUTOCROP/h342/bpanews_6c5c135c-7c10-4c30-a2d7-c08246ca063c_1 Email Game Of Thrones actress Rose Leslie has arrived at the church where she is marrying her former co-star Kit Harington. She was accompanied by her father as she arrived at Rayne Church in Kirkton of Rayne, Aberdeenshire, wearing a flowing ivory gown and veil. Stepping out of the car, she smiled broadly at the crowd gathered outside the venue and said “hello everyone”. Mr Harington, wearing a morning suit, arrived earlier on Saturday afternoon. … [Read more...] about Pictures: Game Of Thrones stars arrive at church for Harington and Leslie wedding
Cheddar students meet friends at Prickles
PUBLISHED: 15:00 23 June 2018 Eleanor Young Sam and George at Prickles Hedgehog Rescue. SUb Two students from the Kings Of Wessex Academy got up close and personal with some hedgehogs. Sam Hunt and George Roberts paid a visit to Prickles Hedgehog Rescue, at the Wessex Business Centre, as part of the Cheddar school’s building community links programme. The charity is run by volunteers and takes in injured and unwell hogs from across Avon and Somerset. The duo learned how the charity looks after the critters, clean and change their bedding and get them back to full health before releasing them into the wild. A school spokesman said: “Sam and George really enjoyed their visit and the opportunity to help with the hedgehogs and learn more about these prickly creatures who are often found hiding in the garden.” Prickles rely on donations in order to operate. To find out more about the charity, visit the website. … [Read more...] about Cheddar students meet friends at Prickles
What’s on in Suffolk and north Essex on Saturday, June 23, and Sunday, June 24
PUBLISHED: 12:48 23 June 2018 | UPDATED: 14:00 23 June 2018 Fundraisers get grubby for the Pretty Muddy event in Trinity Park last year Picture: NIGEL BROWN Archant From a tribute music festival to a muddy obstacle course – there are plenty of events for people to enjoy across Suffolk and north Essex this weekend. Hundreds of people enjoyed the Suffolk Pita Festival 2017. Picture: ROB HOWARTH PHOTOGRAPHY Nearly Festival, Abbey Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, Saturday, June 23, and Sunday, June 24, 12.30pm-8.30pm The popular two-day festival returns to Bury St Edmunds’ Abbey Gardens for a third year with a host of tribute acts, including Ed Sheeran, UB40, Madness, Bruno Mars, Stereophonics, Queen, U2 and Little Mix. The family festival also features a dedicated ‘Kids Zone’, a delicious street food market with a variety of treats to enjoy, as well as a pub in the park for those after some refreshment. For more details on the festival and ticket information, … [Read more...] about What’s on in Suffolk and north Essex on Saturday, June 23, and Sunday, June 24
Mother-of-three loses everything in devastating flat fire
PUBLISHED: 23:31 23 June 2018 | UPDATED: 23:31 23 June 2018 The aftermath of the fire in St Edmundsbury Road, North Lynn. Anna Jakusova. Picture: ANDREW PAPWORTH Archant A mother screamed for help as a devastating fire engulfed her flat with her three children inside, destroying her home and leaving her family with nothing but the clothes they were standing in. Flats have been damaged in a fire on St Edmundsbury Road in North Lynn. Picture: Ian Burt Anna Jakusova was getting ready to go to a party when she saw flames out of her window in St Edmundsbury Road, North Lynn, with the fire first taking hold in a plastic porch area at around 3.10pm on Saturday (June 23). Running to the back door with her three children aged 14, seven and five, she shouted for help and gathered up the family’s eight dogs, using shopping bags to carry six puppies to safety. Neighbours including Emma Webber and Paul Sharpin then rushed to the 31-year-old’s aid, while a cleaner from Freebridge … [Read more...] about Mother-of-three loses everything in devastating flat fire
Property prices continue to climb in Suffolk seaside town despite downward national trends
PUBLISHED: 00:00 23 June 2018 Andrew Hirst Homes in Aldeburgh are among the priciest of all seaside towns Picture: GETTY IMAGES Archant A Suffolk seaside town has defied national trends to see property prices soar – retaining its position among the top three priciest coastal locations. Aldebugh has been named Britain’s third most expensive seaside town for the second year running, with an average property price tag of £535,872. While average prices in the top two towns, Sandbanks in Poole and Salcombe in Devon, dipped in the past year, possibly because of a hike in stamp duty, Aldeburgh has continued to see property values grow. Halifax’s previous annual review, which tracks house prices across 193 seaside towns, found Aldeburgh had broken the half-million pound marker for the first time at £526,689. It means last year saw continuing growth of 1.7% National trends show, despite the latest dip, coastal property prices have risen steeply over the past … [Read more...] about Property prices continue to climb in Suffolk seaside town despite downward national trends