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Maidstone's late leveller denies Blues youngsters away win
SOUTHEND United's under 19 side were cruelly denied victory by a stoppage time equaliser in a 1-1 draw at Maidstone United on Monday afternoon. Jack Stone returned from suspension to fire Blues in front in their latest National League U19 Alliance
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London bakery goes viral for selling UK's most expensive croissant at £25
A London bakery has gone viral for selling the UK's most expensive croissant which weighs 1.5kg. The croissant by Phillipe Conticini, in South Kensington contains 700g of butter and contains 3,000 calories and can serve up to six people. One
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'Proper' pub in centre of south Essex village given protection from developers
A community pub has been given protection from developers after being designated a asset of community value. It means if brewing giant Greene King wants to dispose of the Prince of Wales in Mountnessing they must give notice after which a community
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New £400k south Essex skate park to open 'within weeks' as part of £1m investment
A NEW £400,000 skate park is set to open “within weeks” as part of a £1million investment to improve a park. Work is nearing completion on the long-awaited new skate park at Lake Meadows, Billericay, after residents campaigned for “better facilities
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Family pay tribute to 'incredible' mum-of-four as Basildon murder probe continues
THE family of a woman who died after being found unconscious at her Basildon home have paid tribute to her as a loving mum-of-four as a police investigation continues. Police received notification of a woman who had been admitted to a London hospital
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Man rushed to hospital after car 'smashed through tree' near Shoebury beach
A MAN has been taken to hospital after a car "smashed through a tree" at speed before crashing into railings. Emergency services were called to Ness Road, at the junction with Shoebury Common, after witnesses reported the car careering off the
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How to WIN tickets to the princess tea party at the Beauvoir Arms
Enjoy an afternoon fit for a princess and receive the royal treatment this Easter. Discover how your family can join in with a magical day this Easter at The Beauvoir Arms Italian Bar & Kitchen in Billericay. On Sunday, March 31, 2024
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CCTV image released in fraud probe appeal after incident in Southend
POLICE have issued a CCTV image as part of a fraud probe appeal after an incident in Southend. Officers want to speak to the man pictured in connection with a fraud investigation following the incident in the city last year. It was reported
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Road is closed near south Essex secondary school after reports of crash
A ROAD near a south Essex school has been closed this afternoon after reports of a crash involving a pedestrian. Marshfoot Road in Grays has been closed this afternoon, according to Essex County Council's traffic control, due to a crash between
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Three games in five days as Concord battle to stay up
CONCORD Rangers face a crunch and hectic week in their ongoing battle to avoid relegation from the Isthmian Premier Division. The Beach Boys play three times in the next five days, starting with Tuesday night's clash against Potters Bar Town at
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Drugs grower tried to flee through window in £52k Westcliff cannabis farm raid
A MAN has been jailed after attempting to flee through a window following the discovery of a cannabis farm in Westcliff. Arber Tota, 28, of no fixed address, has been sentenced to 20 months at Basildon Crown Court on Wednesday after admitting his
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Max Whitlock wins pommel horse gold at British Gymnastics Championships
OLYMPIC champion Max Whitlock took pommel horse gold at the British Gymnastics Championships in Liverpool on Sunday. The 31-year-old, who returned to action last year after retaining his Olympic pommel horse title in Tokyo in 2021, won with a score
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Blues star Scott-Morriss "absolutely buzzing" ahead of England C outing
SOUTHEND United star Gus Scott-Morriss says he is “absolutely buzzing” to be lining up for England C again on Tuesday evening. The Shrimpers wing-back has made the squad, consisting of the country’s best non-league players, for the second season
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Murder investigation launched as man dies at scene of 'attack' in Essex
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died at the scene following an attack in Essex. A 51-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a second man was found with serious injuries in his garden in Thaxted.
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Essex shoppers warned over Aldi product pulled from shelves amid police probe
SHOPPERS in Essex are being warned over a food product pulled from the shelves at a major supermarket amid a "police investigation" into fears they have been tampered with. Essex Trading Standards has issued a warning to residents over the packs
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Can you get a free TV licence? DWP issues reminder ahead of April price hike
Almost everyone who watches live television must obtain a TV Licence to do so, but some of us are eligible for a free licence and may not know it. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV
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How to win tickets to see Robin Hood save the day!
Gather your band of merry men and ready yourself for an adventure! Did you think panto season was over? Well, oh no it isn't! The dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham has hatched a plan to steal the Easter bunny and all his eggs, leaving the poor
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Primark makes major change to tackle shoplifters as it launches trial in stores
Primark is making a major change to how customers shop in its stores in a bid to deter shoplifters. The nationwide retailer has launched a trial of sealing paper carrier bags with blue 'sold' stickers in an attempt to stop shoplifting. The
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How to tell if you have a rare and valuable coin
Brits have been told they could be sitting on a small fortune in the form of valuable coins in their change. Coin collecting is a very popular hobby, and coins often sell for hundreds or even thousands of times their face value at auctions and
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The Millenium Falcon lands on 50p coin as Royal Mint releases new Star Wars set
The Royal Mint has unveiled its latest collectable Star Wars coins and bullion bars with The Millenium Falcon landing on a 50p coin. The initial Star Wars coin series was a success and this new second series is dedicated to the franchise’s vehicles
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Man rushed to hospital after three-vehicle pile up near major Essex road
A MAN has been rushed to hospital after a crash involving three cars which caused chaos approaching the A12. Emergency services rushed to Stock Road, Stock, after a crash between Common Road and Downham Road just before 7.20am today. The East
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Westcliff grammar school rated 'outstanding' after first inspection for 14 years
A GRAMMAR school is celebrating after retaining its top Ofsted rating following its first inspection for 14 years. Westcliff High School for Girls, in Kenilworth Gardens, has been rated “outstanding” in all areas in a glowing report after it was
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Three arrested on suspicion of assault after ‘disturbance’ in Hadleigh
THREE people have been arrested on suspicion of assault after a “disturbance” in Hadleigh. Essex Police were called to Westwood Close, in Hadleigh, at around 10:35am on Friday. Residents took to social media after spotting a “large police presence
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Tricycle stolen by 'shameless' individuals found and returned to 97-year-old Ron
A VITAL tricycle has been returned to a 97-year-old man thanks to a community campaign after it was stolen by “shameless individuals”. On Thursday a tricycle belonging to Ron Hurrell, 97, was stolen outside Hadleigh Methodist Church, in Chapel
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A book lover's dream: How to WIN tickets to see Jane Austen's Persuasion
Are you ready for an evening packed filled with harmony, hilarity... and lots of hats? This spring book lovers and romantics can enjoy a rendition of Jane Austen's beloved Persuasion, the author's last completed novel. Audiences will laugh
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Southend Airport announces discount offer to popular European destination
SOUTHEND Airport have announced a discount offer to a popular European destination. Bosses say there is now £50 off holiday packages to Sønderborg, in Denmark. This comes after UK tour operator Mann Link Travel partnered with Southend Airport
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Emergency services close road near busy A12 junction after three-vehicle crash
11:37am UPDATE: Man rushed to hospital after three-vehicle pile up near major Essex road
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Aspiring home cooks: How you can WIN a £100 Sainsbury's voucher
Ready, steady, cook... Aspiring home chefs will enjoy adding some seasonal dishes to the weekly meal plan, such as spring green pasta, chicken and spinach pot pie or adding new twists to classic spring recipes like fried green tomatoes, chicken
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How to win tickets to see Strictly's Tommy Blaize in Basildon
Looking to plan an unforgettable night out or a romantic evening for two? Why not spend a night at The Towngate Theatre in Basildon enjoying one of the most recognisable voices in the UK? Tommy Blaize will be performing his first major solo
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A127 Rayleigh Weir road closure starts TODAY - all we know
A SECTION of the A127/Southend Arterial Road is set to be closed overnight all week, as roadworks are carried out. The night-time closure will affect drivers heading towards Southend on the A127. It stretches from beyond the Rayleigh Weir roundabout
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Rishi Sunak tells Tories to ‘stick to the plan’ amid reports of plot to oust him
The Prime Minister launched a political fightback after days of leadership speculation amid fears over a wipe-out at the polls. Rishi Sunak has insisted “the economy is turning a corner” and urged mutinous Tory MPs to “stick to the plan” amid reports
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'Years of bus nightmares' for elderly Eastwood residents come to end after campaign
ELDERLY residents who were forced to miss buses by selfish drivers parking in-front of a bus stop are celebrating after a two-year campaign to tackle the issue. Residents in Nobles Green Road, Eastwood, have praised the council after a new bus
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Ukrainian families adapt to new life in south Essex thanks to Leigh music group
UKRAINIAN families forced to start a new life in south Essex have been “embraced by the community” thanks in part to a Leigh-based music group. Since Russian troops invaded Ukraine in February 2022, more than 170,000 families have been forced to
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School moves bus times and offers free breakfast amid south Essex roadworks chaos
A SCHOOL is offering pupils free breakfasts and moving forward bus times in a bid to avoid chaos being caused by a ten-day road closure, a councillor has revealed. Mike Steptoe, Essex County Council councillor for Roche South confirmed the King
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Keys for Basildon cinema set to be handed over 'in days' as Vue deal approved
A DEAL to open a town centre cinema has been given the green light by councillors, as the keys are set to be handed over "in days". In a “truncated” meeting on Thursday, senior councillors voted to approve a deal between the council and international
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The final say: Blues' draw shows determination but also areas to improve
SO dramatic has Southend United’s season been that there have been very few moments devoid of excitement and entertainment. However, Saturday’s 0-0 draw at Hartlepool United certainly falls into that category. Goalscoring opportunities were
