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Blues fans have their say on draw with Dagenham
SOUTHEND United fans have their say on Saturday's 1-1 draw with Dagenham & Redbridge at Roots Hall. First half all Daggers, we were lucky it was only the one. Second half all us, we were unlucky it was only the one. Decent game, and I am sure the
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Are you a winner? Tonight's £4million winning National Lottery numbers drawn
The National Lottery Lotto winning numbers for Saturday, March 9 2024 are: 14, 15, 17, 33, 53, 55. The Bonus Ball is 43. Tonight’s estimated jackpot is £4 million. Tonight’s National Lottery Thunderball winning numbers are: 03, 05, 08,
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'Extensive probe': Man arrested on suspicion of attempted rape near Essex B&M store
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted rape in a car park outside a B&M store in Essex. Essex Police were called to the car park, outside B&M in Parkway, Chelmsford, just before 2am on Saturday morning (March 9) following reports
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Joe Lycett makes sarcastic dig during Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway
Fans of Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway have praised Joe Lycett for his appearance as a guest host on tonight's episode. Ahead of the show, Lycett posted on X, formerly known as Twitter: "I am appearing as the guest star announcer on Saturday
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"Game of two halves" - Maher reacts to Blues' draw with Dagenham
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher felt the Shrimpers’ 1-1 draw with Dagenham & Redbridge was a game of two contrasting halves. Dagenham dominated the first 45 minutes at Roots Hall and deservedly took the lead when Ryan Hill fired home from close
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Match report: Waldron's equaliser earns point for Blues
DANNY Waldron’s second half equaliser secured Southend United a 1-1 draw against Dagenham & Redbridge at Roots Hall this afternoon. Dagenham dominated the first half and deservedly took the lead when Ryan Hill fired home after just 14 minutes.
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Team news: Two changes for Blues against Dagenham
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher has made two changes to his starting line-up for this afternoon’s clash with Dagenham & Redbridge. Top goalscorer Harry Cardwell has been recalled in attack after recovering from a hamstring problem and replaces
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Matchday live: Southend United 1, Dagenham & Redbridge 1, Waldron levels for Blues
10:57am Heading home from Roots Hall pic.twitter.com/Tp03zX7sVy — Chris Phillips (@CJPhillips1982) March 9, 2024
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What time is Gladiators on TV tonight? When to watch the first semi-final on BBC
The first of the Gladiators semi-finals will air on BBC tonight (Saturday, March 9) as four contenders attempt to book a place in the grand final. The show returned to TV screens across the UK for the first time in nearly 24 years in January with
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Long running BBC drama series 'isn't going anywhere' amid claims it faces the axe
Long running hospital drama series Casualty "isn't going anywhere" according to the BBC despite claims the broadcaster was set to axe the programme. Casualty has been part of BBC programming since 1986, making it the worlds longest running medical
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Police appeal as man left with life-changing injury after Rayleigh attack
Essex Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault on New Years Eve in Rayleigh that left a man with "life-changing injuries". Officers were called to Rayleigh High Street at around 1.40am on Sunday, December 31 following reports
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Police appeal after man exposes himself in south Essex road
Essex Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward following an indecent exposure in Rayleigh. Officers received a report on Monday March 4 of an indecent exposure on Sir Walter Raleigh Drive at around 3.45pm. A man was seen exposing
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Hugely popular Southend running event set to make return to seafront this summer
A hugely popular running event to fundraise for charity is making a return to Southend's seafront this summer. Registration has now opened for the Southend Half Marathon, set to take place on Sunday June 9. The 13.1 mile course starts and finished
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M25 'Insulate Britain' protesters convicted for motorway chaos after blocking roads
PROTESTORS who caused thousands of hours of delays for motorists have been convicted after a three week trial. Activists, believed to be members of Insulate Britain, caused chaos on September 13 2021 after blocking a major roundabout beneath the
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Major Essex road shut in both directions and delays of 45 minutes after serious crash
Police and air ambulance are responding to a serious crash on the M11, with both lanes closed and motorists facing delays of 45 minutes. Initial reports from National Highways show that there is approximately 3 miles of congestion in both directions
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Betting shop set to replace charity store and 4 more south Essex public notices
A BETTING firm hoping to replace a former charity shop is among five new public notices in south Essex. Betfred applied to Basildon Council for a betting premises licence at the Sue Ryder store in 17-18 The Willows Shopping Centre, Wickford.
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PHOTOS: Inside stunning listed country house on the market for £3.25m near Southend
A BEAUTIFULLY restored Grade II Listed country house in south Essex has been put on the market for £3.25 million, this is what it has to offer. Wakering Hall, near Southend, and extends to approximately 14 acres. It has six bedrooms,
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South Essex man charged with drug dealing offence after Essex Police stop on A12
A south Essex man has been charged with drugs and weapon offences after a motorist was stopped and detained on the A12. Dave Steingold, 52 of London Road, Grays has been charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and possession
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Where Aldi wants to open new stores in south Essex amid £550million investment
SUPERMARKET giant Aldi is set to invest more than £550million in expanding and further improving its store and distribution network during 2024. The budget-friendly supermarket recently committed to opening 500 more stores across the nation, and
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Meet the former Leigh schoolgirl named one of the most powerful in her industry
A Leigh woman named as one of the most powerful in her industry has spoken of her struggle to break into a fiercely male-dominated business. Zoe Upson, 35, from Leigh, has been named as the 29th most powerful women in shipping by All About Shipping
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Dogs Trust Basildon: Siberian husky, chow chow and more pups looking for new homes
The Basildon branch of charity Dogs Trust has shared five pawed pals in need of loving homes, including a Siberian husky and a chow chow. Delta, a Siberian husky cross Delta is looking for a home with no other pets. She can live with children
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'They don’t make restaurants like Alvaro’s any more' and six more Echo letters
Here are 10 letters featured in the Echo this week - including a special shoutout to Westcliff's "one of a kind" Alvaros restaurant. 'Alvaro’s: What a wonderful place' I WAS sad to read that the owners of Alvaro’s, off Hamlet Court Road in
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Chelmsford man hospitalised following reports of serious assault
Police have arrested three men in Chelmsford this morning following reports of a serious assault that left a man hospitalised. Three men have been arrested following the reported assault in Little Waltham this morning, with a high police presence
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Road leading to Leigh town centre to shut for a week - here’s why
A busy road leading to Leigh's town centre is set to be shut for a week - to allow essential engineering works to take place. Southend Council have issued notice that Hadleigh Road, from its junction with Rectory Grove and Leigh Park Road will
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Essex motorists warned of delays from huge 'abnormal load' leaving Tilbury
Essex motorists are being warned to plan their journey ahead of a huge 'abnormal load' set to travel from Tilbury to Bedfordshire today. Three large pieces of essential equipment, vital to providing power for 150,000 households, will be taken from
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Ollie Bearman impresses Max Verstappen with 'incredible' qualifying display
Max Verstappen hailed the “incredible” Ferrari stand-in Ollie Bearman after the Essex teenager qualified 11th for his shock Formula One debut in Saudi Arabia. Bearman, 18 years, 10 months and one day when the lights go out for Saturday’s 50-lap
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Vet issues warning over one surprising household item that may be deadly to pets
A vet has issued a warning to pet owners over five household items that could be harmful to pups - including one surprising item that could be fatal. Some essential oils, cigarettes and various plants are among some of the things you could have
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Who does the best Hot Chocolate? I put Starbucks, Costa and more to the test
Whether its Starbucks or Costa, Hot Chocolate is my go-to on any cafe menu. Steaming hot chocolatey goodness, coated in skooshy cream (I'm Scottish) and topped with sweet and melting marshmallows - it just can't be beaten. But with so many
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All the days of flights from Southend Airport to its 11 destinations this year
SOUTHEND Airport is continuing to grow after announcing increased flights to three of its 11 destinations this week. On Wednesday, bosses at the airport confirmed there have been extra flights added to Paris, Palma de Mallorca, and Faro. In
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How a nightclub for those with disabilities inside an Essex restaurant changes lives
A RESTAURANT in Hadleigh which turns itself into a nightclub for those with disabilities has revealed how it has changed people’s lives forever. La Quinta Restaurant, in Benfleet Road, Hadleigh, is home to Blaze, which is a party night every Thursday
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All we know as works to begin for homes at former Basildon town centre 'Spoons
CONSTRUCTION works are set to begin in a matter of weeks on a 492-home tower block at the former Wetherspoon pub site in Basildon town centre. Here is all we know about the site and construction plans. Basildon Council and residents initially
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Teen touted as next Ronnie O’Sullivan set to compete in European snooker event
A TEENAGE snooker prodigy touted as the next Ronnie O’Sullivan is set to represent his country on the European stage. William Hurley, 13, from Rayleigh, has been selected to represent England in the European Snooker Championships. William will
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'Eyesore' abandoned restaurant on busy Eastwood street is branded 'dangerous'
AN abandoned Eastwood restaurant which has fallen into a state of disrepair is ‘reflecting badly on other businesses’, it has been claimed. Worried councillors have urged for action to clear broken wooden beams outside the former Cosmos Turkish
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Inside scoop: Meet the team who make Southend’s legendary Rossi Ice Cream treats
A LEGENDARY ice cream company has thrown open its doors to the Echo, for an exclusive look at how it is “innovating for the next generation”. Rossi Ice Cream has grown from a family parlour founded in 1932 to a titan of seaside treats, until a
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Chichester Hotel to ‘fully reopen’ after £1.6million sale - here's all we know
A HISTORIC Wickford hotel is set to “fully reopen” under new ownership as a UK hotelier prepares to snap it up for more than £1.6million. The Chichester Hotel, in Old London Road, is a 13th-century building which has been owned by the same family
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Southend tradesmen parking costs slashed as councillor vows crackdown on rulebreakers
TRADESPEOPLE working in and around Southend will see the cost of parking slashed from next month, while drivers flouting parking rules will be hit harder. The costs of Southend Council’s tradesperson parking permits will be slashed by almost half
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Hunt launched for new landlord of much-missed Southend pub amid huge revamp plan
A SEARCH has been launched to find who will “breathe a new lease of life” into the iconic Railway Hotel pub. The pub, in Clifftown Road, was arguably one of Southend’s most well-known pubs but closed during the Covid pandemic due to the “almost
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From Ian Dury to Madness: Five songs about south Essex places
South Essex has long proven an inspiration for singers and songwriters, from Depeche Mode to Dr Feelgood, but how many songs can you name that feature places like Southend and Basildon? Here are five songs in which they do: Billericay Dickie
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"He thoroughly deserves it" - Blues boss reacts to Scott-Morriss' call up
SOUTHEND United head coach Kevin Maher says Gus Scott-Morriss fully deserves his place in the England C squad. The Shrimpers right wing-back has been called up by boss Paul Fairclough for the second year in succession. And Maher feels Scott-Morriss
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Dagenham boss played role in Miley joining Blues
DAGENHAM & Redbridge boss Ben Strevens will be up against a familiar face at Southend United tomorrow. Strevens managed influential Blues midfielder Cav Miley during his spell in charge of Eastleigh. And he also spoke with Shrimpers boss Kevin
