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Rochford Hundred punished for "nightmare" period in home defeat
ROCHFORD Hundred were punished for a “horror" period in their 45-34 defeat to Harpenden. Rochford -who sit second from bottom in Regional One South East – ran their fourth placed visitors close at Magnolia Road. But Hundred’s head coach Danny
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Hundreds of UK post offices to no longer sell lottery tickets and scratchcards
Hundreds of post offices across the UK are set to stop selling National Lottery tickets and scratchcards. The Post Office ended its group contract with the National Lottery last year, but branch managers were still allowed to sign up by choice.
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Blues striker Cardwell seeking happier memories against York
SOUTHEND United striker Harry Cardwell is hunting happier memories against York City this weekend. Cardwell was part of the Shrimpers’ side which suffered a miserable 3-0 defeat against the Minstermen back in September in a game which saw Kevin
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140-year-old Leigh fishmongers to star in Michel Roux show about Thames cuisine
A FAMILY business had the chance to wow a renowned celebrity chef as part of a new TV series chronicling the food and “fascinating people” based along the River Thames. Osborne Bros, a fishing company established in Leigh 140 years ago, will feature
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‘So good’: Westcliff Cricketers pub to celebrate ‘grand opening’ - here's when
THE “EXCITED” landlady of a Westcliff pub which shut last year has announced it will finally reopen on Thursday, following “months of hard work”. Renowned for its live music and food, the Cricketers closed in June last year, when the Corallini
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Stylish new restaurant Marley's announces opening date for Benfleet branch
A STYLISH new restaurant boasting tempting brunch, lunch and dinner dishes has announced its opening date after months of work. Marley’s Brasserie and Lounge, in High Road, Benfleet – near Tarpots – has revealed it will officially throw open its
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Austin keen to continue his memorable season with White Ensign
WHITE Ensign youngster Austin Smart is keen to continue what has already been a memorable season. The 17-year-old was part of the Barking Abbey side which made it through to the third round of the FA Youth Cup before narrowly losing to Millwall
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Disqualified Westcliff driver drove on wrong side during A127 police pursuit
A DISQUALIFIED Westcliff driver who dangerously drove on the wrong site of the road to evade officers during an A127 police pursuit has been jailed. Adam Bibby of St. James Gardens, in Westcliff, has been jailed less than 24 hours after being arrested
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Major Essex road closed as man dies after 'falling from height' near A127
A MAN has died after falling from a bridge onto the A12. The Metropolitan Police confirmed this afternoon the major road has been closed at Pettits Lane in Romford, near where the A12 meets the A127, after the man, understood to be in his 70s,
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Dozens arrested on suspicion of shoplifting as officers crackdown on retail theft
DOZENS of people have been arrested on suspicion of shoplifting in the past week as officers continue to crackdown on retail theft. A total of 39 people have been arrested on suspicion of shoplifting including nine in Southend and Basildon.
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"People don't need to panic" - Blues defender Kensdale
OLLIE Kensdale insists there is no need for Southend United to panic following their back to back defeats. The Shrimpers suffered a 1-0 loss to Gateshead at Roots Hall on Saturday having been beaten 3-0 at table-topping Chesterfield seven days
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Essex is ‘shaken’ by gran’s death
ESSEX has been left “deeply shaken” by the death of a grandmother who was savaged by two dogs, Tendring’s police boss has said. Acting Chief Insp Taks Shah thanked residents of the Brooklands estate for trying “as hard as they could” to save Esther
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Works to begin at community centre on Canvey as part of £1.5m refurbishment project
WORKS are set to begin at a community centre on Canvey ahead of a six-month £1.5million refurbishment project. Urgent repairs are need at The Paddocks, on Long Road, Canvey, so the 1970s building can remain open to public and continue to be used
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Police officer struck teen with his elbow as she was handcuffed at Basildon Hospital
A POLICE officer who struck a 17-year-old girl with his elbow while she was handcuffed at Basildon Hospital would have been sacked if he didn’t resign, a misconduct panel has ruled. Former police constable Toby Bailey left his victim with “severe
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Footballing legend Harry Redknapp coming to Roslin Beach Hotel - here's when
FOOTBALLING legend Harry Redknapp is coming to Thorpe Bay later this year for a special evening. The former Tottenham manager, and football legend, will be hosting an evening at the Roslin Beach Hotel. "An Evening with Legend Harry Redknapp
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Blues' match with Wealdstone rearranged
SOUTHEND United's match with Wealdstone has been rearranged. The game has been postponed twice already this season due to a frozen pitch at Roots Hall. READ MORE: Kensdale reveals why he is staying with Blues But it has now been
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Tesco's Kids Eat Free offer to return to cafes this half term - How it works
Tesco has announced its Kids Eat Free scheme will return this February half term in all its cafes. The cafes will offer one free Kids Hot Meal Deal, Kids Breakfast or Kids Pick ‘n’ Mix deal with every item bought by an adult from as little as 60p
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Bosses of pub in Hockley issue update after being forced to temporarily close
A PUB in Hockley has re-opened after temporarily closing due to "unforeseen circumstances". The Bull Inn, in Main Road, Hockley, announced yesterday it had closed temporarily in a post on Facebook. Bosses stated: "Important Notice. Unfortunately
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Temperatures to drop in south Essex this week – will it snow?
THE MET OFFICE has warned plunging temperatures could trigger “snow showers”, which are set to hit the Essex coast next week. Wintry showers are predicted to reach the north and midlands towards the end of this week. The Met Office has issued yellow
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Former Essex police officer accused of 'groping victim's breast' as trial begins
A FORMER police officer is accused of sexually assaulting a woman whilst she slept and groping her breast after taking her home following a night out. Steven Tissier, 37, who formerly worked for Essex Police in south Essex, is accused of sexually
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What work will King Charles III be doing while he is treated for cancer?
Buckingham Palace has shared that King Charles III has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun a schedule of regular treatments. The King's cancer diagnosis comes following his recent hospital visit for an enlarged prostate, although
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DWP paying £2.5bill in Cost of Living support for 8mill households from today
Millions of households across the UK will start to receive a £299 Cost of Living Payment from today. The payment will be sent out automatically and recipients do not need to apply to receive it. This includes tax credits-only customers who
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Sausage restaurant at Colchester Zoo to close to visitors this week - here's why
ZOO visitors have been warned a popular food outlet will be out of action for two days. The Gourmet Sausage at Colchester Zoo will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. A statement on the attraction’s website says the outlet, which serves locally
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'Severe delays' at Dartford Tunnel after four-vehicle crash
Traffic is "very slow" heading into Essex via the Dartford Tunnel this morning (February 6), following a crash involving four vehicles. Drivers heading towards Thurrock are experiencing slow-moving traffic on the approach to the tunnel. AA
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REVEALED: Adventure Island confirm name for new 38-metre drop tower ride
ADVENTURE Island have confirmed the name for their new 38-metre drop tower ride in Southend. Bosses are yet to reveal when the new ride will open but have now confirmed it will be called "Vertigo". Work is continuing on the 38-metre drop tower
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c2c disruption: Service 'back to normal' following cancellations amid staff shortage
Delays and cancellations have plagued c2c passengers this morning, due to a staff shortage, but the operator says it has now returned to normal. A shortage of train staff at Shoebury caused disruption across the south Essex network, but c2c insists
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'Waste of time': Debate rages over 'problematic' Southend wheelie bin plans
DEBATE is raging over plans to introduce new wheelie bins and fortnightly collections in Southend as part of a new waste scheme. Southend Council’s proposals could see a move to fortnightly wheelie bin collections as part of a new waste contract
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Number of homeless Essex families moved 'out of county' increasing 'significantly'
The total number of Essex homeless households placed into temporary accommodation outside their area has increased significantly. Essex County Council heard people in the county are being rehoused as far away as Bradford and Grimsby – with numbers
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c2c trains cancelled and rail services delayed as ‘staff member unavailable’
RAIL company c2c is warning of disruption this morning because a member of staff was unavailable. As of 6.22am, four train services have been cancelled. Posting online, the company said there were delays to services on all routes because
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Steve Coogan to bring back Alan Partridge for new documentary series on the BBC
The iconic character of Alan Patridge is set to return to the BBC as Steve Coogan stars in a six-part documentary spoof series. The character was last seen on TV as part of 'This Time with Alan Partridge' which was a comedic take on current affairs
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What are the survival rates for prostate cancer?
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK, with more than 52,000 men diagnosed each year on average. Cancer Research UK explained the survival rates for each stage of prostate cancer, but stressed that “survival depends on many
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'I suffered painful whiplash after hitting pothole', says injured Essex driver
A DRIVER who claims he was injured after suffering whiplash when he hit a pothole near Mersea says is going to take on Essex County Council so people can report urgent potholes more easily. Chris Cawthorne, a former financial services officer who
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Rowdy yobs, thieves and beggars face six-month ban from c2c stations in south Essex
ROWDY passengers involved in “persistent anti-social behaviour” will be banned from entering a c2c station for “at least six months”, British Transport Police bosses have threatened. New signs have been installed at Basildon Station - which has
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Fears after 'dangerous' cyanide is found at site of 70-home development in Shoebury
Cyanide has been discovered in soil at the site of a 70-home development in Shoebury – with residents scared of the potential impact when it is unearthed. Developer Taylor Wimpey has revealed that cyanide is present in the soil beneath the ground
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‘It’s fantastic’: Leigh chemist treats patients to ease strain on struggling GPs
A PHARMACIST is now treating patients and dishing out antibiotics thanks to “fantastic” new scheme aiming to ease the strain on struggling GPs. Amrik Wilkhu, 59, runs Elmsleigh Pharmacy in Elmsleigh Drive, Leigh, one of 10,000 chemists across
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‘Terrible injustice’: Residents face £2k insurance over cladding they cannot remove
FRUSTRATED residents have been forced to pay an additional £2,000 a year after insurance premiums at their block of flats leapt from £17,000 to £100,000 overnight. Residents of Leigh Heath Court, a 100-year-old building in London Road, Leigh have
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Huge £8m rebuild of Southend A&E gets go-ahead to help slash waiting times
AN £8million expansion to modernise Southend Hospital’s A&E department, improve care and slash waiting lists has been given the green light. The major work will see a two-storey extension between the Prittlewell building and the main emergency
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‘We’re devastated’: Long-established bowling clubs fear being forced to relocate
PENSIONERS fear they will be forced to abandon their long-established bowls clubs as Basildon Council considers closing them to save cash. Members of three bowls clubs have been told the future of their clubhouses are at risk as the council considers
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State pension will need to rise to 71 in near future, careers experts claim
The state pension age could increase to 71 in the near future, some careers experts have claimed. Middle-aged workers could see the state pension age increase by a few years due to the impact of growing life expectancy and falling birthrates.