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Anger at pub's use as a Christian centre
A PETITION could be launched against a Christian centre which residents claim was given the go-ahead without proper consultation. The Echo revealed last week the Nigerian-founded Redeemed Christian Church of God had been granted planning permission
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Labour party accused of covering up failings at Basildon Hospital
MPs have called for an investigation into allegations the Labour party covered up failings at Basildon Hospital. Newly-released emails show health ministers stopped the Care Quality Commission releasing devastating findings following an inspection
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Hickey sets fastest time at relay race
ADAM Hickey clocked the fastest time of the day at the Essex County Relay Championships. The Southend AC runner completed his 5km leg in 14mins 28secs in the men’s race at Apex Corner, Hockley. Hickey’s performance helped the Southend team
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265 homes for green belt in Benfleet rejected
CONTROVERSIAL plans to build hundreds of homes on green belt land have been rejected by councillors who labelled the proposals an “abscess” on the community. Proposals to build 265 homes on 21 acres of land south of Jotmans Lane, in Benfleet, were
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Car flip teen in court on drug and driving charges
A TEENAGER will appear in court charged with drug and driving offences after his car flipped in Southend. Harrison Marshall, 19, of Wyburns Avenue, Rayleigh, crashed his Renault Clio at 3.45am on Tuesday, July 9 on Cuckoo Corner, Southend.
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Holidaymakers hit by travel agents collapse
A WESTCLIFF travel agents has shut up shop, leaving holiday makers’ travel plans in tatters. Airflights.co.uk has called in administrators Valentine & Co. The business had traded from offices in Halmet Court Road for 18 years, but got into
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Man to appear in court over allowing horses to wander into road
A MAN, alleged to have allowed three horses to stray on to the road, is to be prosecuted by police. Four horses were found wandering on the A132 Nevendon Road, Wickford in the early hours of Monday September 23. Police raced to the scene and
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Howard Crawford cleared to make Essex Leopards debut
HOWARD Crawford has been cleared to make his Essex Leopards debut this weekend. The Big Cats face Manchester Magic at the Brentwood Centre on Saturday before hosting Barking Abbey at Southend’s Garon Park the following day. And the 25-year-old
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Colin to the rescue of Basildon Golf Course
THE newboss of Basildon Golf Course proudly told how he aims to restore the course to its former glory and end eight years of turmoil. Colin Jenkins, 51, who has a proven track record of reviving failing golf courses, has already lined up a prestigious
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Concord Rangers face tough task at Eastleigh
DANNY Cowley’s Beachboys are on the road this weekend when they make the trip to Eastleigh. Concord Rangers go to the Concerence South league leaders with their spirits high after progressing in the FA Cup, but then finding out that their riivals
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Lorraine is off to the Caribbean, thanks to The Echo
ONE lucky reader is heading off on the holiday of a lifetime after winning a Caribbean cruise with The Echo. Lorraine Nicoll, 60, will wave goodbye to the English winter on November 3 for a month surrounded by crystal blue waters and white sandy
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U-turn on Dry Street speed survey pleas
THE county’s highways boss has made a U-turn and decided to carry out a speed survey on a road in Basildon. It will be carried out at Dry Street “within weeks”, after lobbying from residents, councillors and MPs. It was initially decided no
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Illegal car wash owners to seek planning permission
OWNERS of an illegal car wash are to seek proper planning permission after being threatened with closure. Brothers Ray and Brian Blackburn have agreed to apply for planning permission to operate the London Road Car Wash at the corner of London
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Ukip's Essex hit list
UKIP believes Rayleigh, Wickford and Castle Point offer the best chance of its first MPs. The anti-EU, anti-immigration party is buoyed after gaining more than a third of the vote in local elections in May. Party chiefs are now ready to target
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Flats plan for dairy site set for for go ahead
RETIREMENT flats look set to replace a derelict dairy depot after the latest plans finally met with acceptance from campaigning neighbours. Planning officers have recommended Southend Council approve a revised proposal for 32 flats on the site
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Canvey Island travel to Carshalton looking to build on FA Cup success
CANVEY Island travel to Carshalton tomorrow after getting through an FA Cup replay against St Neots Town unscathed on Tuesday evening. Nick Humphery and Jay Curren are both doubtful for the match as they continue on the comeback trail from the
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Southend United's Phil Brown feels team are coming back in to form ahead of trip to Oxford United
SOUTHEND United manager Phil Brown feels his team are starting to come back into form. The Shrimpers travel to Oxford United tomorrow after going six games without a win. But Brown believes Blues are beginning to get back to their best.
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Southend United's Ben Coker is all set to play after ban
BEN Coker has returned to Southend United’s squad for tomorrow’s game at Oxford United after completing his one-match suspension. The left-back was shown two yellow cards in the 1-1 draw at Bury and was forced to miss last Friday’s 1-1 draw against
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Southend's Danny Cleare: We’ve got no fear of Hartpury College
DANNY Cleare believes Southend are capable of securing a shock victory at Hartpury College this weekend. The Gloucestershire club are again expected to be pushing for promotion from National Two South this season. But Cleare insists the Seasiders
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Runners flock to Southend 10k
THOUSANDS of runners will be pounding the streets of Southend in the annual 10k race on Sunday. Event organisers have revealed that 1,400 entries have already been received with more in the pipeline. And, for the first time ever, everyone who
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Trio to return for Bowers & Pitsea?
THREE crocked Bowers & Pitsea players could make their return to the first team tomorrow. Calvin Poku, Billy Colton and Dale Gladen are all set for fitness tests ahead of the Essex Senior League match against Ilford at Crown Avenue. Strikers
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Rochford Hundred bid to get back to winning ways against South Woodham Ferrers
ROCHFORD Hundred will be bidding to get back to winning ways when they host South Woodham Ferrers in London Two North East tomorrow. Third-placed Rochford suffer-ed their first defeat of the season last weekend, losing 21-17 at Chelmsford.
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Billericay Town boss Craig Edwards: Ricky Sappleton's absence is a big blow
NOT having Ricky Sappleton available will be a big loss for four matches according to Billericay boss Craig Edwards. The striker who has scored seven goals already this season will miss the Ryman Premier League clash with Kingstonian tomorrow plus
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Unbeaten Westcliff face closest rivals Ruislip
WESTCLIFF face a crunch London One North clash at home to Ruislip tomorrow. Westcliff currently top the table having won all four of their matches so far this season, while Ruislip sit second with three wins out of four. Westcliff, who were
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Southend United's Barry Corr looks for a goal at Oxford United to mark his 100th appearance for club
BARRY Corr wants to celebrate his 100th Southend United appearance with a goal and three points at Oxford United tomorrow. The Irish striker will clock up a century of appearances in the clash at the Kassam Stadium. And he is desperate to mark
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Firefighters respond to diesel spill in Hadleigh
RAYLEIGH firefighters were called out to a diesel spill in Hadleigh this morning. A fire engine was sent out at 8am after a call was recieved. The spill started at the Victoria House roundabout and trails along the London Road to Thames Drive
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I wouldn’t swear at someone for messing up in their own kitchen...home cooking should be fun!
WHETHER you struggle to make toast or boast impressive kitchen skills, we could all learn a thing or two from Gordon Ramsay. The fiery TV star might be more famous nowadays for swearing at clueless restaurateurs and hotel owners, but don’t forget
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Cops alert shoppers to car park scams
THIEVES went on a £1,800 spending spree after stealing a woman’s purse in a car park con at a supermarket. Police have released CCTV images of two men they want to speak to in connection with the incident and are asking shoppers to be extra vigilant
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Help us celebrate centre's anniversary
VOLUNTEERS have called on the people of Wickford to help a community centre’s 50th birthday celebrations go off with a bang this month. Wickford Community Centre, in Market Avenue,will have a landmark birthday on Saturday, October 19, and the volunteers
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Community cafe is given the go-ahead
PLANS for a community cafe have been given the go-ahead, after a heartfelt plea from residents. The next stage of Wickford Memorial Park’s revamp can now get under way, after Basildon Council’s development control committee agreed to refurbish
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Teen’s assent of Kilimanjaro will be a first
A TEENAGER from Westcliff aims to be the first person with cystic fibrosis to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Hairdresser Joe Tonge, 19, has the disorder, which affects vital organs in the body, especially the lungs, which become progressively
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Youngsters who do their bit for society
SEVENTY nine students from Basildon schools have received Jack Petchey Foundation Awards. The pupils were presented with their medals at a ceremony held at the Towngate Theatre. Students were nominated by their peers and teachers and were presented
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Canvey lad to lead out the England team at Wembley
A FOOTBALL mad youngster is struggling to contain his excitement as he prepares to walk out with his England heroes at Wembley. Jack Wellman, of Castle View Road, Canvey, will step out on to the hallowed turf with the likes of Steven Gerrard, Joe
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Hospital and doctor accused of neglect at inquest
A FAMILY have blamed a doctor and a hospital for failing for years to detect the cancer which killed their loved one. The distraught family of 84-year-old Bronislaw Krolikowski, of New Century Road, Laindon, accused Basildon Hospital and the
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Electronic bus timetables no longer work
COUNCIL officers are set to investigate faulty electronic bus timetables across Basildon following complaints about a lack of information. Bus passengers claim screens at bus stops throughout the borough are no longer in use, with messages reading
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Southchurch school marks 100 years
A SOUTHCHURCH school is celebrating its centenary this year with a range of exciting activities. Southend High School for Girls, in Southchurch Boulevard, kicked off its celebrations by hosting BBC Radio 4’s Any Questions last month. But during
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Traders join for Basildon's first Christmas fest
A VICTORIAN market, giant snowglobe and fair rides will be just some of the attractions on the bill at Basildon’s first ever Christmas festival. Entertainers, market traders and a raft of activities inside the town’s Eastgate Shopping Centre will
