Region reacts to Paris attacks
89 people, including a man from Essex, have died in a terrorist attack in Paris.
Memorial fund for Paris attack victim reaches £70,000
A memorial fund set up in honour of the Eagles Of Death Metal merchandise seller killed during terror attacks in Paris has reached £70,000.
Nick Alexander from Colchester in Essex was one of 118 people who lost their lives during the band’s gig at the Bataclan theatre.
Six days ago Nick’s sister Zoe wrote on the memorial page.
“We, Nick's family, are truly overwhelmed by the unbelievable support we have been shown from across the world. We knew Nick had a lot of friends and had touched a lot of lives but we had no idea quite how many. To see donations from people who never met Nick but have been touched by his story alongside those from friends and colleagues in the music world is unbelievably touching and we cannot thank you enough for your kindness and support.“
The money is being used to cover his funeral and memorial costs and the remainder will be held in the charitable trust his family are setting up in Nick’s name.
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'We know exactly what happened... that's a huge comfort'
The family of the Essex man who died in his ex-girlfriend's arms in the Paris terror attacks have spoken for the first time since his death.
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Ex tells inquest of fight to save "love of her life"
The former girlfriend of a man who died at the Bataclan theatre massacre has described how she tried to save the "love of her life".
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The region joins Europe-wide minute's silence
A Europe-wide minute's silence took place today in memory of the victims of the Paris terrorist attacks.