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I'm a Celebrity star 'attacked' after confronting dog owner as pet trapped
Star of Hollyoaks and I'm a Celebrity Owen Warner has shared his encounter with an angry dog owner after they left their pets in a locked car. Warner, posted the video on Instagram, showing two small white dogs left locked in the car, concerned
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Blues defender Kensdale celebrates century in eventful fashion
SOUTHEND United defender Ollie Kensdale was a cut above the rest on an eventful 100th game for the Shrimpers on Saturday. Kensdale scored his first goal of the season as Blues fought back to beat 10 man Aldershot Town 4-1 at Roots Hall. And
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Meet Heidi Thomas the creator behind beloved BBC show Call the Midwife
Since 2012, millions of viewers have tuned into the beloved drama Call the Midwife on the BBC. Originally based on the books by Jennifer Worth and her time as a midwife in the East End of London during the 1950s, the BBC show has attracted a global
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This is what happens if you are born on leap day and the exact age you would be
Leap years take place every four years with the last in 2020, and see's one extra day on February 29, Leap Day. However, as the occasion only comes around once every four years, it means that those born on February 29 miss out on birthdays.
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Has Ashley Banjo left Dancing on Ice? Diversity star misses another ITV show
Dancing on Ice viewers may have noticed Diversity star Ashley Banjo is missing from the judges panel on the ITV series tonight (February 25). This is the second week the Britain’s Got Talent winner has been absent. As his temporary replacement
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Helicopter and hovercraft launched in major Southend RNLI and coastguard search
A MAJOR RNLI and coastguard operation saw a helicopter and a hovercraft launched after a person was reported “walking out onto the mud flats” off Southend. HM Coastguard crew and Southend RNLI Lifeboat volunteers were sent to search for the person
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Aldershot boss Widdrington feels "harshly treated" in defeat at Blues
ALDERSHOT Town boss Tommy Widdrington felt “harshly treated” following his side’s 4-1 defeat at Southend United. Shots led 1-0 before having Rollin Menayese sent off for a professional foul on Danny Waldron at the start of the second half.
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Police seeking owner of Pandora bracelets found in Basildon stop and search
PANDORA bracelets have been recovered by police after a man was stopped and searched in Basildon, and the force wants to reunite them with their owner. The two bracelets, which were found on Tuesday, are suspected to have been stolen. One of them
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Police issue CCTV image of man they want to speak to after Basildon burglary
POLICE have shared a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to following a Basildon burglary as part of an ongoing investigation. Officers investigating the theft of jewellery from a home in Lee Walk are appealing to the public for information.
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"I'm delighted for him" - Blues boss Maher on Kensdale's memorable match
SOUTHEND United head coach Kevin Maher was pleased to see Ollie Kensdale bring up his century of Shrimpers appearances in fine style. The centre-back scored his first goal of the season in Blues’ 4-1 win against Aldershot Town before having to
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The 15 south Essex death notices and funeral announcements in the Echo this week
The Echo has published 15 death notices this week. Every week, the Echo publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will remain
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Violent thug left 'imprint' on female officer's face in Southend seafront attack
A VIOLENT thug who punched a female police officer so hard she was left with an “imprint” of his first on her face has been jailed. Ryan Seymour, 33, attacked officers in two separate incidents - the first on Southend seafront and then again at
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Listed: The south Essex schools looking for new headteachers (or deputies)
There are a number of schools across south Essex currently looking for headteachers, deputy heads or assistant head teachers. If you are qualified and currently looking for a new school leadership role, look no further. Here are the leadership
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Gallery: 20 of the best south Essex camera club photos in the Echo this week
FROM bustling seafronts to wide-stretching open spaces, there is no shortage of picturesque scenes to capture across south Essex. The Echo set up the Echo Camera Club South Essex group on Facebook for photographers across Southend, Basildon, Castle
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Netting some nostalgia: Nine great shots from a Roots Hall training day
It’s always nice to see vintage pics from yesteryear, especially when it comes to sport. So, here are some great shots from an open day held at Roots Hall in July of 1967. An Echo snapper was invited down to the Southend United home ground
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Shoebury man suffers ‘significant wound’ after 'serious' attack
DETECTIVES investigating a "serious assault" in Shoebury are appealing for witnesses after a man suffered a "significant wound". A man was attacked near Elm Road shortly before 6.45pm yesterday evening, sustaining "a significant wound to his hand
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Pensioners urged to check eligibility for extra £299 cost of living payment
Thousands of pensioners have been urged to check if they are eligible for a sizeable cost-of-living payment that ends next month. It comes as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) said about 880,000 eligible UK households can secure an extra
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Everything you need to know about Ramadan: When is it and why it's celebrated
Every year millions around the world take part in Ramadan as part of a month-long event. Ahead of the start of the event in the Muslim calendar, we thought we'd break down some common questions. From what Ramadan is, when it is taking place
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Anglian Water vows to ‘improve’ Southend sewage spills as MP praises ‘huge success’
ANGLIAN Water bosses have vowed to continue tackling “sewage overflows” throughout Southend and introduce “all-year round testing”. Bosses at the firm made the pledge at the fourth water quality summit organised by Southend West MP Anna Firth.
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MAPPED: The cheapest places to fill up in south Essex as prices on the rise
Average fuel prices have risen by more than 3p per litre in three weeks, new analysis shows. The RAC said the average price of a litre of petrol increased by 3.2p from 140.0p on January 29 to 143.3p on Monday. Diesel prices have also surged
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Large privacy screen put up without permission at Old Leigh home could be torn down
A RESIDENT who installed a large timber screen to add privacy to their balcony in Old Leigh could be ordered to pull it down after failing to get planning permission. The large screen at the rear of the home, at 19 High Street, is visible from
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What's on: The exciting shows coming to Cliffs Pavilion and Palace Theatre
Cliffs Pavilion and Palace Theatre have both announced exciting shows and tours hitting their stages soon - here is a round-up of events you can catch soon. Miles Jupp: On I Bang Miles Jupp brings his touching story of undergoing surgery for
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'Bravery' of family praised as south Essex man is jailed for child cruelty
A FAMILY has been praised by police after a 45-year-old man was jailed for eight years for a litany of offences including child cruelty. Thomas Mann, of Nursery Road, Stanford-le-Hope, has been locked up after admitting cruelty to a person under
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Will it rain today? Hour-by-hour weather forecast for Southend and Basildon
THE Met Office is predicting a misting morning with sunny intervals before rain is set to hit later today. Southend and Basildon are both expecting mild temperatures throughout Sunday, with high's of 8'c. Here is an hour-by-hour forecast
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Drivers warned as major south Essex road to be closed for more than two weeks
MOTORISTS have been warned to brace themselves for 17 days of severe disruption as a major south Essex road closes for a £3.3million gasworks project. Essex Way, in Benfleet, is a key route linking Hadleigh and Benfleet with Canvey. The road
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In the dock: 25 people in south Essex hit with fines at courts this month
FROM failing to hand evidence to police to being caught speeding, a number of south Essex residents and visitors have been handed fines at courts this month. >>> Court reporting - what your newspaper can and can't report A DRUG driver
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Devastated Ironworks founders share heartfelt 'thank you' as they prepare to close
The devastated founders of Southend’s Ironworks community hub have written an emotional “thank you” to supporters ahead of its closure. Here, they reflect on their legacy: To our wonderful community of Southend - together we tried our very best
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Blues fans have their say on Saturday's win against Aldershot
SOUTHEND United fans have their say on Saturday's 4-1 win against Aldershot Town. A really awful first half, punished for messing about at the back. The sending off changed the game. We did what you should do against ten men, and a couple of quality
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A round up of Saturday's non-league action
BILLERICAY Town suffered a fifth defeat in succession, losing 6-3 at second placed Chatham Town. Adam Leathers fired Billericay into an early lead before the hosts hit back to lead 4-1. Frankie Merrifield netted just before the break for Billericay
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Blues head coach Maher boosted by impact of goalscoring subs
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher hailed the impact made by substitutes Jack Wood and Marcus Dackers in Saturday’s win against Aldershot. The duo both scored late on after coming off the bench in the 4-1 victory at Roots Hall. And Maher was