MEGHAN Markle's half-sister will reportedly host a "bittersweet" Royal Wedding party at home after being snubbed from the guest list. Samantha Markle, who shares Meghan's dad Thomas, is said to be gathering pals to watch the nuptials on TV from her home in Florida. The 53-year-old, currently recovering from allegedly breaking her ankle in a car crash, will even have security guards on her door for the formal gathering. According to US news site TMZ she is planning to wear a posh dress and a vintage art deco hat as she celebrates the wedding in spirit. What we know so far… But she will find the process "bittersweet" watching her from across the Atlantic as she still loves her sister, TMZ said. The site, which has been speaking to mum-of-three Samantha and dad Thomas throughout the last week, added that off-duty police will patrol her home during the party. Meghan Markle's half-sister Samantha Markle 'rushed to hospital after car crash while trying to avoid paparazzi' She was … [Read more...] about Meghan Markle’s sister Samantha to host ‘bittersweet’ Royal Wedding party after invite snub and ‘breaking ankle’ in car crash
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Royal wedding party ideas – from street parties to Union Jack flags and bunting, how you can celebrate Meghan and Harry’s big day
THE wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is due to take place on May 19. The royal couple will tie the knot at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. Here's how you can party... How to celebrate the royal wedding Street party While the UK may not be getting a bank holiday, as was granted when Prince William and Kate Middleton got married, there is still plenty to celebrate. It is thought there will be street parties up and down the UK, as local authorities abolish road closure fees, but check with your local authority. Most councils will require an application for permission to host an event in the road, but as long as it’s a small road and for residents-only you shouldn’t need a risk assessment. If you live on a bigger road which will need to be closed to traffic, it’s a slightly trickier process. Normally there is a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) fee, usually costing £2,000, to close a road but many councils have waived this for the royal … [Read more...] about Royal wedding party ideas – from street parties to Union Jack flags and bunting, how you can celebrate Meghan and Harry’s big day
Pupils at Meghan Markle’s old school hold Royal Wedding party as well-wishers camp out in Windsor three days before the big day
PUPILS at Meghan Markle’s former school have held a Royal Wedding party in her honour as well-wishers begin camping on the streets of Windsor. There were jubilant scenes at the private all-girl Catholic Immaculate Heart High in Los Angeles, yesterday, where students gathered to salute the 36-year-old who graduated from there in 1999. Many said they were inspired by Meghan, who will wed Prince Harry on Saturday. Ashley Stoneburner, 12, said: “Just the fact that she’s done so many great things in our world and that now she’s marrying Prince Harry - marrying a prince from a different country, and she’s not royal, it’s, like, such an honor to do that.” Amber Creasey, 18, and originally from London, said: “To know that I would have a fellow sister who’s going in to the Royal Family, who’s an advocate for women’s rights, it really shows that what we learn here really does carry out into the real world, and so I’m really … [Read more...] about Pupils at Meghan Markle’s old school hold Royal Wedding party as well-wishers camp out in Windsor three days before the big day
Council gives go-ahead to Royal wedding parties across Tower Hamlets
PUBLISHED: 15:54 08 May 2018 | UPDATED: 15:54 08 May 2018 Rhiannon Long A street party held in Ratcliffe Cross Street, Stepney for the coronation of George VI and Elizabeth in 1937. Picture: LBTH Archant Royal wedding parties are being hosted across Tower Hamlets for Harry and Meghan’s big day. On Saturday, May 19, people living near Mile End Park are being encouraged to bring picnics and celebrate under the bunting. There’ll be fairground rides, a coconut shy, arts and crafts stalls and a bungee run. Bethnal Green residents are also planning a traditional east-end street party in Patriot Square Estate. They’ve been given a council grant to help with the celebration, which will be held overlooking the community garden. Organiser Kate Eberwein, who’s lived on the estate for eight years, said: “Everyone’s really excited. We all get on well and the Royal wedding is a nice excuse for a party which will be a positive way of bringing those who … [Read more...] about Council gives go-ahead to Royal wedding parties across Tower Hamlets
How to throw one helluva (proper) Royal Wedding party
Updated 0859 GMT (1659 HKT) May 2, 2018 (CNN)It's okay to be excited about the royal wedding. Nobody would judge you if you held a little fete yourself, because after all -- outside of the 500 Disney movies you've watched, how often do royal weddings happen? Royal wedding details When: Saturday, May 19, 12 p.m. London time (7 a.m. ET) Where: St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle For a truly memorable bash, it's best to go beyond the basics like drinking tea, wearing silly hats and embarrassing yourself with a poorly conceived British accent. To take your wedding watch party to the next level, we suggest these festive activities. We can assure you, no one will be bored. Decorate a lemon cake Guests should get down on their knees and thank the newest royal couple, because they have changed up the usual wedding cake game for the better. Traditionally, the royal wedding cake is fruitcake. Yes, under all of those layers of fondant and intricate icing art, there's just a … [Read more...] about How to throw one helluva (proper) Royal Wedding party