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I followed Martin Lewis' advice for a student loan refund - it saved my January
I wish I could pretend that I don’t get obsessed with money once I realise that I’m owed it. Whether that’s refunds from damaged or missing deliveries to claiming money back from being overcharged – the list goes on. Most of the time, I’m guilty
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Blues boss Maher reacts to defeat at home to York
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher says there is no hiding the Shrimpers’ need for points following Saturday’s 1-0 defeat to York City at Roots Hall. A last minute goal from Minstermen substitute Lenell John-Lewis condemned Blues to their third straight
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Police catch more than 70 drivers breaking the speed limit in Basildon
POLICE in Basildon reportedly caught more than 70 drivers breaking the speed limit while out on patrol. Essex Police’s Speed Enforcement Officers were monitoring speeding drivers in Basildon on February 5. This followed complaints made to school
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Match report: Southend United 0, York City 1
YORK City substitute Lenell John-Lewis bagged a last minute winner to condemn Southend United to a 1-0 defeat at Roots Hall this afternoon. In a game of few goalscoring opportunities, Blues were undone late on when John-Lewis smashed the ball home
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Police in south Essex arrest two men and seize three vehicles
OFFICERS tackling criminality on south Essex roads arrested two people and seized three vehicles. On February 9, Essex Police’s Road Crime Team arrested two men in connection with drug driving. It was part of their proactive patrols across
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Met Office issues severe weather warning for south Essex - here’s what to expect
A YELLOW warning for rain has been issued by the Met Office for south Essex. Yellow warning means "severe" weather is possible over the next few days. Residents are advised to plan ahead for possible travel delays or for the disruption of day-to-day
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Team news: Three changes for Blues against York City
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher has made three changes to his starting line-up for this afternoon’s clash with York City. Adam Crowther replaces the injured Harry Taylor at the back while James Morton and Danny Waldron also start. READ
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Matchday live: Southend United 0, York City 1
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Pictures: Police seize 350 cannabis plants in south Essex drugs farm raid
POLICE in Basildon have closed down a cannabis farm and seized hundreds of cannabis plants. Officers from the Basildon Community Policing Team carried out a drugs warrant in the Basildon borough at 8.30am on Saturday, February 10. They forced
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How BBC journalist brought Dr Feelgood star Wilko Johnson cancer scare to the stage
Former BBC journalist Jonathan Maitland tells Charles Thomson how he brought Dr Feelgood rockstar Wilko Johnson back to life at Queen's Theatre in Hornchurch. Wednesday night (February 7) brought mixed emotions for playwright Jonathan Maitland.
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Meet the former landscaper, 43, breaking the mould as he completes apprenticeship
WHEN you think about apprenticeships, 18-year-old’s fresh out of school come to mind but Terrance Farmer is breaking the mould. The former landscaper and groundworks sector worker, Mr Farmer now shoulders the responsibility of being a duty train
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Popular south Essex pub’s warning to customers as flood shuts road
A PUB has warned customers visiting today to be careful as flooding has reportedly led to a road being closed. The popular Hawk pub is situated in Battlesbridge, off the old A130. The pub says visitors should be aware of flooding by the railway
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Exam disruption fears as south Essex school set to be used as polling station
Schools will continue to be used as polling stations in Castle Point despite concerns around the the disruption caused on election days – especially for Year 6 children taking exams. Angela Hutchings, returning officer for Castle Point, has said
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Inside the hidden gem south Essex seafood restaurant with rapidly growing reputation
Hidden away in an unassuming industrial estate is a “high quality” seafood restaurant with a rapidly growing reputation through word of mouth. Essex Oyster Co’s Surf and Turf Restaurant, just off Pound Lane, Bowers Gifford, serves up fresh seafood
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Dogs Trust Basildon: Can you give Ollie, Lolly, Dolly and more a home?
Dogs Trust Basildon has shared five adorable pups in need of a new home this week, including a border collie named Ollie. Lolly, a golden retriever cross Lolly is a three-and-a-half-year-old Retriever-Pomeranian cross and is a sweet girl
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The Eyna and nine other Basildon venues handed new food hygiene ratings
NEW food hygiene ratings have been awarded to 10 Basildon establishments; the Food Standards Agency’s website shows. The scheme gives businesses a rating from five to zero, with five being hygiene standards are very good, and zero being urgent
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Essex Police make 'dramatic improvement' in responding to Clare's Law requests
Essex Police have insisted the force has made a “dramatic improvement” in responding to requests under Clare’s Law – which allows people to learn of their partner’s criminal record. Figures up to March last year from the time the law came in in
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'Dangerous' arson attack at south Essex youth hub leaves part of site out of order
AN ARSON attack at a charity’s youth centre has left their basketball courts out of order and unusable for the foreseeable future. The Canvey Yellow Door youth hub is a vital resource on the island running youth clubs and helping youngsters in
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Revellers celebrate return to ‘one of the greatest pubs in south Essex’
REVELLERS have praised the return of an iconic Westcliff pub as they rushed through the doors of their “second home” as it re-opened. More than 100 punters piled into the Cricketers in London Road, to enjoy a night of music and drinks. They are
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The 'overlooked' detail that will sell your house fast, according to Phil Spencer
Channel 4 property expert has urged Brits not to forget this one 'overlooked' detail that can help you sell your house quickly. Property guru and co-host of Location, Location, Location, Phil Spencer, has teamed up with Wickes to share his top
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Love Island's Ekin-Su 'signs up' for Celebrity Big Brother after Davide split
Love Island star Ekin-Su has reportedly been signed up for Celebrity Big Brother after her split with Davide. After her time on Dancing On Ice, the star looks set to be taking part in the celebrity edition of Big Brother after the show's successful
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Essex Police murder probe: Woman dies after being found with serious injuries
A MURDER investigation has been launched following the death of a woman in Chelmsford. Police were called to Dorset Avenue in Great Baddow at around 2.30pm on Friday following reports of a "suspicious" man. Officers quickly attended and after
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Firefighters called to "heavily smoked logged" flat in south Essex
FIRE crews were called to a flat in Purfleet on Friday night after neighbours heard a smoke alarm going off. On arrival at the property in Banner Close, firefighters found a heavily smoked logged property. Crews from Grays attended the incident
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Is it illegal to park on the pavement in England and can you be fined for it?
When you need to park the car in a hurry, it can often be tricky to know if you can leave it on the side of the pavement if you live in England. Whether that’s because you are struggling to see any visible signs with rules and regulations in the
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EastEnders star left seriously injured after latest stunt on new project
Former EastEnders star Kara Tointon has been left seriously injured after performing a stunt on her most recent TV project. The actor, who is well-known for playing Dawn Swann on the BBC soap opera, revealed that she tore a ligament while filming
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The 'overlooked' detail that will sell your house fast, according to Phil Spencer
Channel 4 property expert has urged Brits not to forget this one 'overlooked' detail that can help you sell your house quickly. Property guru and co-host of Location, Location, Location, Phil Spencer, has teamed up with Wickes to share his top
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Look inside beloved Westcliff pub packed with ‘old and new’ customers as it reopens
A BELOVED Westcliff pub was packed with customers on its fantastic first night under new management, after being closed for more than eight months. The Cricketers, in London Road, welcomed back residents – both familiar faces and new customers
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All we know about £8million expansion to modernise Southend Hospital’s A&E department
EARLIER this week, an £8million expansion to modernise Southend Hospital’s A&E department, improve care and slash waiting lists was given the green light. Here is everything we need to know: The major work will see a two-storey extension
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'UFO came within metres of Ryanair plane' climbing out from Essex airport
A “UFO” came within metres of a Ryanair plane in one of more than 25 mysterious objects reported over the Essex skies during a five year period. The details, which come from a Freedom of Information request submitted to Essex Police by Newsquest
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Revealed: The worst-performing pharmacies in south Essex after inspections
SOUTH Essex pharmacies have been included in national data on under-performing chemists, with almost 150 reprimanded for providing sub-standard care in the UK. Inspections in the past year conducted by the General Pharmaceutical Council have seen
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£5.5 million seven-bedroom home for sale in Billericay with swimming pool complex
AN INCREDIBLE seven-bedroom home in Billericay has been listed on the Zoopla market for £5.5 million, and this is what it has to offer. The property is located on Norsey Road, in Billericay, and has a stunning swimming pool complex, alongside a
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Basildon abuser told victim ‘you pushed me to this’ after strangling and punching her
AN abuser who told his victim “you’ve pushed me to this” after punching, headbutting and strangling her in a campaign of abuse has been jailed. Michael Halford, 35, of Stagden Cross, Basildon, was locked up for more than four years on Friday after
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Inside the 1,000-year-old south Essex church once run by ‘King of the Smugglers’
In a tiny village in the Rochford district lies a modest church steeped in fascinating history, including an association with “King of the Smugglers” William Blyth. Saint Peter’s stands in the aptly named Church End of Paglesham. The 1,000-year-old
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New production of play in memory of Wilko Johnson officially begins
A NEW production of a play in memory of Wilko Johnson has officially begun to delight audiences. The Queens Theatre in Hornchurch hosted its opening night for the show, titled “Wilko”, on Saturday. The show tells the “amazing, uplifting, true
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Basildon abuser who 'sees women as violent plaything' is spared jail
AN ABUSER was slammed by a judge for “seeing women as a violent plaything” after threatening his former partner in Pitsea. Christopher Roberts, 49, was sentenced at Basildon Crown Court for a violent incident where he left his former partner with
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Fears booze licence would turn Southchurch Park into 'biggest beer garden in Essex'
SOUTHCHURCH park could become the "biggest beer garden in Essex" and an anti-social behaviour hotspot if it is if it is given the green light to sell alcohol, residents fear. Southchurch Park Café has applied for a premises licence to serve alcohol
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"It's a real six pointer" - Ex Blues striker Carruthers on match with York
MARTIN Carruthers has labelled Southend United’s clash with York City as a real six pointer. Carruthers played for both the Shrimpers and the Minstermen during his own career. And the 51-year-old feels there is no denying the importance of
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Blues midfielder Husin previews match with York City
SOUTHEND United midfielder Noor Husin is not heaping extra significance on Saturday’s clash with York City at Roots Hall. The two teams are separated on goal difference, just two points above the relegation zone. But Husin sees the contest