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Updated: c2c trains disrupted after second person hit by train
Trains were cancelled and delayed all day today after two people were hit and killed by trains on the same line. Passengers on the c2c line running from Shoebury to London Fenchurch Street were told to wait for buses as the trains were suspended
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Stalemate but plenty of room for optimism for Southend United
EVERYTHING was extremely positive for Southend United against Port Vale on Saturday – apart from the end result. Blues produced a pleasing and impressive performance against one of the top teams in League Two. And only some outstanding goalkeeping
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Southend United striker Gavin Tomlin left cursing his luck after goalless draw with Port Vale
SOUTHEND United striker Gavin Tomlin was left cursing his luck after failing to fire his side to victory over Port Vale at Roots Hall on Saturday. The 29-year-old was twice denied by the woodwork and also had two further efforts impressively saved
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Southend drug centre looks set for go-ahead
CONTROVERSIAL plans to open a drug and alcohol treatment centre in the heart of Southend look set to get the go-ahead. Planning officers at Southend Council have recommended South Essex Partnership Trust’s bid to use the empty County Chambers building
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Burglar spotted in Southend
A BURGLAR tried to break into a Southend home but was startled by the occupant. He walked in through the unlocked porch door of a house in Lydford Road before forcing open the front door. The occupant heard the noise at about midday on November
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Canvey pre-school celebrates impressive Ofsted
A CANVEY pre-school is celebrating after showing signs of excellence in their recent Ofsted inspection. Little Tewkes, on Dovervelt Road, was rated as good with three areas of outstanding. In the report inspector Sue Mann praised 22 team members
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Cyclist hit by car in Little Wakering
A cyclist was taken to hospital after he was hit by a car in Little Wakering this morning. The man, in his fifites, was riding along Little Wakering Road at 11.20am when he was struck. He was taken to Southend Hospital by ambulance after
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CCTV: Poppy collections stolen from Hockley and Rochford on Remembrance Sunday
CALLOUS crooks stole poppy collections on Remembrance Sunday. It is believed the pair targeted three different shops in Hockley and Rochford in one hour - distracting shop staff then snatching the collection boxes. Costcutter in Main Road,
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Man to stand trial after cable theft death near Benfleet
A MAN will stand trial accused of stealing cable from the railway during an incident in which his alleged accomplice died. Mark Bradshaw is accused of being involved in the theft at Benfleet on June 27 where his pal was electrocuted. Bradshaw
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Controversial plans for Laindon KFC re-emerge
PLANS for a controversial KFC restaurant and drive-through in Laindon have re-emerged. Developers Laindon Holdings hope that restricting opening times from 10.30am until midnight, instead of 24 hours as previously suggested, will see Basildon Council
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Police issue warning after attempted burglary in Southend
POLICE issue warning after an attempted burglary in Southend. A burglar tried to break into a house in Lydford Road, Southend, at about midday on November 8. The suspect entered through an insecure porch door before forcing open the front
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Police appeal to identify Southend thief
Police in Southend are asking the public's help in identifying a man captured on CCTV who they want to speak to regarding a theft. The man used a trade card not belonging to him, and stole items from the B&Q store in Fossetts Way, Southend.
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Library closures could be against law
A PARLIAMENTARY committee has warned any plans to cut libraries in Southend could be against the law. The Commons culture, media and sport select committee declared councils across the country were tip-toeing on edge of legality as they tried to
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Southend churches open their doors to the homeless
CHURCHES have opened their doors to the homeless this winter. Seven churches in Southend have got together to open every night of the week to make sure no one is left out in the cold. Volunteers open up at 7.30pm, providing a hot meal, companionship
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Two arrested after Westcliff crash
Two men have been arrested after a car crashed in Westcliff. Police were called to London Road outside the Plough pub at 11.45pm last night after the green Rover smashed into railings. A 31-year-old man and a 37-year-old man, both from Westcliff
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Man to appear in court after Southend firearms stand-off
A man will be appearing in court today having been arrested following a stand-off with police in Southend on Saturday night, November 10. Wayne Kavanagh, 21, of no fixed address was arrested at flats in Sherwood Way, Southend, after negotiations
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Top expert says schools revolution in Basildon will take time
A TOP British education expert says it will take dedication and time to raise primary school standards in Basildon. Martin Ripley, 50, is working closely alongside 36 headteachers in the borough with charity the Basildon Education Services Trust
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Hospital porters who sifted through rubbish for used needles not paid on time
HOSPITAL porters who volunteered for the “horrendous” job of rifling through rubbish to look for used syringes and swabs says trust bosses have let them down by not paying them on time. Around ten porters from the hospital volunteered to do night
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Photos of family killed by WW2 bomb buried in Rayleigh found at car boot sale
A family of five who were wiped out in an air raid in 1940, and were buried in Rayleigh Cemetery, have had their story told and recorded thanks to a car boot find. The Moss family, dad Cleveland Moss, 41, mum Olive Eliza Moss, 45, daughters Barbara
