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Last months quiz winner was Isabella Suffield from Little Lullaway who won a Goosebumps 2 DVD. Congratulations Isabella! In the kids quiz this month your child has the chance to win a Fantastic Beasts 2 DVD. Don’t forget you have to be in it to win it! If you would like to advertise with us, the last day to get your advert in is 15th March. We can design your ad for Free and a Month’s Advertising to 20,000 homes costs from as little as £60. You can contact us on 01268 330271 or email at sales@eblmagazines.co.uk We do not vet our advertisers and take no responsibility for anyone who advertises with us. Please stop by and like our Facebook page (Essex Business & Leisure)
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