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Dagenham boss Strevens reacts to draw with Blues
DAGENHAM & Redbridge boss Ben Strevens thought his side had enough chances to pick up more than a point against Southend United. The Daggers were held to a 1-1 draw at Roots Hall on Saturday. But Strevens felt the visitors could have made more
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Blues boss Maher on watching draw from the directors box
SOUTHEND United head coach Kevin Maher said having to watch Saturday’s draw with Dagenham & Redbridge from the directors box made little difference. Maher was unable to watch from the side of the pitch due to a one match touchline ban. But
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Maher certain there's still more to come from Blues striker Waldron
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher says there is still a lot more to come from Danny Waldron. The striker bagged his second goal for the Shrimpers in Saturday’s 1-1 draw against Dagenham & Redbridge. And Maher was delighted to see the forward
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DWP to pay extra £362 a month to anyone with these health conditions from April
Millions of Brits are set to benefit from Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) rate increases from April 2024. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirmed last November that most benefits will increase for the 2024/25 financial year. Benefits such as
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How to watch the 2024 Oscars tonight in the UK - Can Oppenheimer be beaten?
Oppenheimer, Poor Things, Killers of the Flower Moon and Barbie are set to battle it out at The 2024 Oscars tonight. The Oscars, which are airing in the UK on ITV, will once again be hosted by late-night titan Jimmy Kimmel. It will be his fourth
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Motorists could be banned from parking on pavements amid campaigner demands
Fresh parking laws could ban "dangerous" vehicles from stopping on pavements amid campaigner demands. Julie Pilsworth launched the campaign after she was diagnosed with glaucoma and registered blind and follows calls from Southend campaigner for
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Dancing on Ice contestant forced to withdraw just hours before final on ITV
Olympic Gold Medallist Greg Rutherford has been forced to withdraw from the Dancing on Ice 2024 final after sustaining an injury during training. The Dancing on Ice final is set to take place tonight (Sunday, March 10). The usual judging panel
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Blues striker Waldron reaches one target but now wants another
SOUTHEND United striker Danny Waldron ticked off one target in Saturday’s draw with Dagenham & Redbridge but is already focusing on another. Waldron’s goal in the 1-1 stalemate was his first at Roots Hall since signing in January. But his next
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Hunt for media operators to create £15m 'BBC Media City-esque' hub in Basildon
BASILDON could be transformed into the BBC Media City of South Essex as part of a new multi-million project which a business and tourism boss believes will put the town "on the map". The hunt is on for an operator to take on an exciting £15 million
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Boy rushed to hospital with serious head injuries after e-bike crash on Mother's Day
A BOY was rushed to hospital after suffering serious head injuries in an e-bike horror crash on Mother's Day. Essex Police officers and paramedics were called into action shortly after 9am on Sunday following reports of a serious smash in High
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Residents divided over viral YouTuber's ranking of Essex's seven worst 'turd towns'
ESSEX residents have been left divided over a viral vlogger’s criticism of the county’s seven worst “turd towns”. A video outlining the “worst places in Essex” posted by YouTuber Turdtowns has amassed nearly 300,000 views. Turdtowns has gained
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Martin Lewis suggests households 'bulk-buy' essential item ahead of price hike
Martin Lewis has suggested households nationwide "bulk-buy" stamps ahead of a price hike this year. The Royal Mail confirmed that prices would rise from April 2, giving customers just four weeks to buy stamps at the current rate of £1.25. The
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Police appeal: Essex man wanted on recall to prison with connections to Braintree
Police have issued an appeal for an Essex man wanted on recall to prison with connections to Braintree, Colchester and Halstead. Daryl McMahon, 40, is described as a white man with red hair and a beard. He has a pierced left ear, a scar on
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A round up of Saturday's non-league action
BILLERICAY Town ended their run of six straight defeats with a 1-1 draw at Hastings United on Saturday. Bradley Stevenson fired Town in front from the penalty spot two minutes into the second half but Will Harley bagged a 75th minute equaliser
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Residents 'delighted' after long-awaited new post office opens in Corringham
A NEW post office and fully stocked store has opened in a south Essex town which had been left without one - leaving residents "delighted". The Precinct Post Office, in St John's Way, Corringham, has officially opened following the closure of its
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Great Wakering one round from Wembley after FA Vase win
GREAT Wakering Rovers are one round from Wembley after beating Falmouth Town 2-0 in the quarter-final of the FA Vase on Saturday. Harry Talbot bagged a second half brace to send Wakering into the final four of the competition. And the winger
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Maher explains why Fonguck did not make Blues squad against Dagenham
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher opted not to include Wes Fonguck in his squad for Saturday's 1-1 draw with Dagenham & Redbridge. Fonguck had started 13 of Blues' last 15 games. But the midfielder did not make the matchday squad against the
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Marley’s and nine south Essex venues handed food hygiene ratings
NEW food hygiene ratings have been awarded to 10 south Essex 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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Tribute to retired dental surgeon among 11 death notices in the Echo this week
The Echo has published 11 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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Southend Little Smash Comedy Club wins national Chortle award
A SOUTHEND comedy club is celebrating winning a prestigious national award for the second year in a row. Little Smash Comedy Club, held on Sundays at the Alex pub in Alexandra Street, has welcomed comedy stars Russell Kane, Joe Thomas, and Jordan
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Boy suffers serious injuries following crash on major south Essex Road
A boy has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a bike crash in a busy south Essex Road. Police are currently on the scene of a collision in High Road, Benfleet. Officers were called at around 9:12am this morning, March 10
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Man hospitalised with serious injuries following crash on major Essex motorway
A MAN was taken to hospital with serious injuries after a major crash on the M11. Police officers, paramedics and an air ambulance were called to a single-vehicle smash between junction 6 and junction 7 near Harlow. The emergency services leapt
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Police incident: Major south Essex road shut in both directions - reports
A major south Essex Road running into a busy town centre is closed in both directions according to initial reports. Reports made by Castle Point MP, Rebecca Harris, on Facebook state that Essex Police have closed the busy Benfleet High Road in
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When are Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley taking over as new hosts of This Morning?
ITV has finally revealed when Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley will begin their role as new hosts of This Morning. The broadcaster revealed the new hosting combination of Shephard and Deeley earlier this year (on February 16). The pair will host
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First official picture of the Princess of Wales since abdominal surgery released
The first official photograph of the Princess of Wales - Princess Kate since her abdominal surgery in January has been released. The 42-year-old future queen was admitted to the London Clinic – the private hospital where the King underwent treatment
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Essex man arrested on suspicion of attempted rape near city centre
Police have have arrested an Essex man on suspicion of attempted rape in the early hours of Saturday. Officers were called to the car park, outside B&M on Parkway in Chelmsford before 2am on Saturday March 9 - due to reports of a woman being
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Southend Airport hiring with pay up to £30k a year - here's all the roles
Southend Airport has almost a dozen interesting jobs on offer - with pay up to £30,000 a year for one role. From chef to HR assistant, there is something for everyone who is looking for something new as the south Essex airport is hiring for eleven
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TfL allowed to cover-up ULEZ vandalism cost 'because reveal could incite more damage'
Transport for London (TfL) can cover up the huge cost of sabotaged ULEZ cameras because disclosing the sums might encourage 'blade runner' vandals, a government body has ruled. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has blocked the release
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All the Red Arrows displays in the UK this year as 2024 schedule revealed
The famous Red Arrows have revealed their display schedule for 2024 including numerous performances across the UK. They will begin their 2024 display schedule abroad in May, with the first performance set to take place in Greece. The first
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Major delays on c2c across all lines due to 'trespassers on the railway'
South Essex commuters are facing major delays on all c2c services this morning after trespassers were reported on the tracks near a station. c2c has warned that "train services running across the whole c2c network may be cancelled" due to trespassers
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Fresh plans to redevelop much-loved Westcliff pub into new flats unveiled
AMENDED plans to redevelop an iconic Westcliff pub into new flats has been submitted. The Cliff, in Hamlet Road, has been a staple of the city and serving those in the LGBTQ+ community for more than 50 years. Now amended proposals have been
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Who is James Sinclair? The determined boss restoring Rossi to its 'former glory'
A SOUTHEND institution is being revived by a “determined” businessman as he seeks to “restore it to its former glory”. Rossi Ice Cream's current owner has vowed to “scoop it all back together” and take Rossi even further. Entrepreneur James
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Canvey vet shares five tips to keep pets 'safe and happy' at Easter
With Easter just weeks away, families are preparing to enjoy egg hunts and hot cross buns - but one vet says pet owners must take steps to protect their furry friends. Lizzie Kwint, veterinary surgeon and partner at Medivet Canvey Island, has shared
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Huge truck stop for 200 lorries could be built near one of busiest A127 junctions
A HUGE truck stop with space for 200 lorry drivers and a cafe could be built close to one of south Essex’s busiest interchanges. Developer Bradon Ltd has asked Basildon Council if it would require an environmental impact assessment if it were to
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Mother's Day 2024: Famous mums from Essex, including Alison Moyet and Pixie Lott
Famous or not, mums all over the county have been celebrated for being heroes in their own right this Mother's Day - but did you know these inspirational women hailed from Essex? Here are five of Essex's most famous mums... Alison Moyet
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Southend mum urges people to enter charity race after daughter's cancer battle
A GRATEFUL mum has urged people to sign up for a fundraising obstacle course in aid of a leading Southend charity which helped her daughter when she fell ill. Piper Morris, now five, was diagnosed with cancer at the age of two. Southend-based
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TV crew looking for expectant mums to take part in new show at Basildon Hospital
A TV crew filming the new docu-series highlighting the "inspiring" journey of midwives at Basildon Hospital is looking for expectant mums to take part. The TV production company behind shows like Emma Willis: Delivering Babies and Stacey
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The south Essex hall which was once home to King Henry VIII’s mistress
KING Henry VIII is rumoured to have met his ill-fated second wife at a historic south Essex manor house, which still stands to this day. Rochford Hall belonged to then-Viscount of Rochford Thomas Boleyn, during the reign of King Henry VIII in the
