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Tonight's £25m winning National Lottery Euromillions numbers revealed
Tonight’s National Lottery EuroMillions winning numbers are: 08, 11, 23, 32, 44. The Lucky Stars are: 09, 10. Tonight’s estimated jackpot is £25 million. Millionaire Maker Selection – one UK millionaire has been created ZDTB31606 Tonight
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Touching tributes paid in memorial service for 'dedicated' Basildon mayor
A DEDICATED public servant was commemorated by friends and colleagues in a touching service at a Basildon church. Conservative mayor Luke Mackenzie died of cancer aged 37 on March 14, and fellow councillors and MPs came together on Friday to celebrate
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TikTok star visits Essex pier as attraction teases 'epic content coming soon'
A SOCIAL media star with millions of followers paid a visit to a much-loved Essex attraction. Miles Laflin, better known as Thep00lguy on TikTok, stopped by Clacton Pier. Laflin has nearly 15 million followers on the popular online video service
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'It leaves a huge hole in our hearts' - Colchester Zoo announces death of white rhino
COLCHESTER Zoo has announced the sad death of its 27-year-old male white rhino, Otto. Otto, the much-loved rhino and visitor-favourite, passed away today, March 22, during a veterinary procedure requiring anaesthesia. A statement from Colchester
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Rishi Sunak shares 'love and support' to Princess of Wales after cancer statement
Rishi Sunak has released a statement following the announcement that the Princess of Wales has been diagnosed with cancer. The Prime Minister has said that the Princess has “the love and support of the whole country” after she announced she is
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Messages of love and support shared after Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis
People across the UK have shared messages of love and support for Kate Middleton after news of her cancer diagnosis was shared in a recent video. She announced her condition on Friday, saying: “I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you
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Kate reveals she delayed cancer news to tell her children in an 'appropriate' way
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has revealed that she has been diagnosed with cancer and discussed the importance of explaining the situation to her three children in a way "that is appropriate for them". She spoke about the “huge shock”
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Kate Middleton announces cancer diagnosis in video statement
Kate Middleton, The Princess of Wales has been diagnosed with cancer, she has announced. Revealing her diagnosis in an emotional video message, the Princess said: “I am well and getting stronger every day.” She added: “In January, I underwent
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All the stats ahead of Blues' clash with Woking
A STATISTICAL preview of Southend United's clash with Woking. ALL TIME RECORD Southend wins: 3 Draws: 2 Woking wins: 1 PREVIOUS SIX MEETINGS National League (Oct 23) - Woking 0 Southend 2 National League (Apr 23) - Woking
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Long-standing councillor brands Southend Council Labour leader 'misogynistic bully'
SOUTHEND Council’s Labour Group leader has threatened legal action after being branded a bullying, misogynistic, narcissist by a member of his party. Stephen George, a long-standing councillor who has been prevented from standing for re-election
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Former Southend Labour councillors back fight against group's 'toxic culture'
FORMER Labour councillors have backed Stephen George’s fight against a “toxic culture” within the Labour Group. Mr George began his quest when he took over as leader of the joint administration in May 2022 vowing to tackle the “toxic” atmosphere
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Named: Prolific Southend shoplifter banned from two big chains across Essex
A THIEF who stole almost £1,000 worth of items during a shoplifting spree across Southend has been banned from two chains across Essex. David Knight, 41, admitted 19 counts of shop theft, all from the BP garage in West Street, Westcliff, and two
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The 50p coin that could be worth a small fortune after selling for more than £175
You should check your change, your wallets and down the back of your sofa after a 50p piece sold for more than 350 times its face value on eBay this week. The coin, a Kew Gardens 250th anniversary coin, sold for £186.99 after inspiring a mini-bidding
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Pro wrestler turned Southend cop 'would've been sacked' after 'accessing reports'
A POLICE officer who swapped professional wrestling for fighting crime "would have been sacked if she hadn't resigned" after a misconduct hearing was told she accessed incident reports on her rest days. Former Southend police constable Amy Banks
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Arson investigation launched after blaze at Southend city centre tower block
AN arson investigation has been launched after a blaze on the eighth floor of a tower block in Southend city centre. Police are investigating the fire in the drying room at the Quantock flats, in Chichester Road, yesterday, after Essex Fire and
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Severe delays as two lanes closed on M25 after 'serious crash' in Essex
TRAFFIC is being released on the M25 as a recovery is ongoing after a "serious crash" in Essex. The motorway in is now open anti-clockwise between junction 27 and junction 26, near Waltham Abbey, after the crash involving a car and a lorry.
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Emergency services on scene of 'serious crash' as M25 closed in Essex
Emergency services are on the scene as the M25 has been closed after a serious crash in Essex. The M25 has been closed anti-clockwise between junction 27 and junction 26, near Waltham Abbey. This is due to a serious crash involving a car and
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'Call 999': Police 'concerned for welfare' of man missing from Basildon
Police have launched an appeal to find a man missing from Basildon since yesterday morning. Officers are appealing for the public’s help to find 30-year-old Jack Brown from Basildon. Jack has not been seen since yesterday morning (Thursday
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Southend United provide update on new training ground - here's the details
SOUTHEND United have provided an update on the ongoing work for the club's new training ground. Bosses say work to the new training ground has been undertaken by White Horse Contractors over the past week. This is in preparation for
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Double murderer who poisoned married Essex couple is jailed for 37 years
A DOUBLE murderer who poisoned a married couple so he could take over their business will spend the next 37 years of his life in prison. Luke D’Wit, of Churchfields, West Mersea, was convicted by a jury on Wednesday for the murder of Carol and
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Two school children taken to hospital after being ‘hit by car’ in Leigh
TWO school children were taken to hospital after being “hit by a car” in Leigh. Emergency services rushed to the scene of a crash outside Belfairs Academy, in Highlands Boulevard, yesterday afternoon. This was following reports to pedestrians
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PHOTOS: 'High-value' classic car found stripped of its parts in south Essex car park
A "one-of-a-kind" classic Ford car has been found stripped of its parts in a south Essex car park three days after it was stolen. The Ford Escort RS Turbo - which had extensive custom work done and was considered a high-value one-of-a-kind car
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Colchester Zoo enclosure home to variety of species is closed to public today
A POPULAR animal enclosure at Colchester Zoo has been closed temporarily to visitors. The Maldon Road attraction has said its Kingdom of the Wild building will be closed today, Friday, March 22. No reason has been given for the closure.
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Stray bully-breed dog dumped in Essex given second chance after life-changing op
AN exotic bully-type dog that was used for breeding before being dumped in Colchester is up for adoption following crowd-funded life-saving surgery. The team at Colchester K9 rescue, an independent dog rescue facility, said that Bubbles, a stray
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Epileptic dad 'suffers two seizures' after Essex Police confiscate medicinal cannabis
A MAN with epilepsy has claimed he suffered two life-threatening seizures after a police officer wrongly confiscated his medicinal cannabis. Jamie Cunliffe, 35, of Colchester, was walking down the High Street last Saturday while smoking a legal
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Martin Lewis shares the 'simple' text that 'could slash your mobile bill'
Martin Lewis has urged Brits to send this 'simple' text to help them save on their mobile phone bill. The MoneySavingExpert founder shared some advice with his followers on TikTok during one of his walks. The personal finance pro urged people
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£1.50 to £30 water bottles compared – which kept my drink cold and was leak proof?
I recently forced myself to stop drinking bottled water from supermarkets after years of moaning about how much I hate tap water. I know it may sound stupid to some, but I personally think tap water tastes odd. Sometimes I feel like I’m drinking
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This is when Brits are turning their lights off for Earth Hour ( and it's soon)
The British public and businesses are being urged to turn their lights off or help wildlife for the upcoming 'Earth Hour'. Landmarks like Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower and the Sydney Opera House will go dark for an hour as part of the environmental
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The 4 things drivers must do before car tax costs increase in April
Experts have issued warnings to UK drivers ahead of significant increase to car tax charges next month. Vehicle excise duty (VED) on all but the cleanest new and used cars will increase from April 1, with an increase of around 6 per cent expected
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As one of our valued subscribers we’re giving you the opportunity to ask the Echo editor anything you like - whether it's about a local issue, our news coverage, how we make decisions or what makes the newsroom tick. We're asking our subscribers
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'Do not eat': Sainsbury's issue recall and warning as Salmonella found
Sainsbury’s has issued a recall and “do not eat” warning after salmonella was found in one of its products. The Sainsbury’s Flaked Almonds have been recalled by the supermarket due to the issue. Affected packets have a best before date of February
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Two Southend United fans guilty after pitch invasion at York City game
TWO young men and a youth have appeared before York Magistrates' Court following a pitch invasion during a York City FC home match. The three were charged in connection with an incident at the York City v Southend United encounter on September
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LIVE traffic updates amid Fairglen Interchange delays and A127 lane closure
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M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex this weekend
Several motorway closures will impact Essex traffic this weekend, according to National Highways England. These will mainly be along the A12 in the early hours of the morning, with a few on the Dartford Crossing and the M25. If you are set
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Pupils benefit from 'excellent education' at 'outstanding' south Essex school
PUPILS benefit from an “excellent quality of education” at a south Essex school rated “outstanding” in its first inspection for 15 years. St Peter’s Catholic Primary School, in Coxes Farm Road, Billericay, retained its “outstanding” rating – the
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Electric buses set to be rolled out across Basildon after £30 million investment
ELECTRIC buses are set to be rolled out across Basildon and the town’s bus station drastically improved thanks to a £30million cash injection. The Department for Transport has confirmed Basildon will be one of a number of areas in England to receive
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Social club 'run without staff' sparks fears for Leigh community centre's future
FEARS around the future of Leigh’s community centre and a “vital” social club have been raised after residents claim it was “run without any staff”. Disappointed residents claimed the “over 60s social club”, held at the community centre, was left
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'Absolute disgrace': Delays to accessible lift work at Chalkwell Station slammed
DELAYS to the construction of an accessible lift and footbridge at Chalkwell Station have been branded a “disgrace” by a Southend MP. Work on the lift, part of the £350 million Access for All programme funded by the Department for Transport, was
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Famous 27ft Knife Angel coming to Southend in anti-violence campaign
SOUTHEND will host a huge 27-foot Knife Angel monument as part of an anti-violence campaign. Following a successful bid by Southend Council, the British Ironworks association has chosen the city to host the national anti-violence sculpture in July
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Woman 'unable to sleep' over 'bailiff fears' in parking row with Southend Council
A DISTRESSED woman claims she is unable to sleep and “terrified of bailiffs knocking at her door” over a parking permit dispute with Southend Council. Amy Tuttiett, 39, of Westcliff Parade, says she is being chased for a parking fine by Southend
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A look at Saturday's non-league action
BILLERICAY Town face a crunch clash with Wingate & Finchley at New Lodge tomorrow. Town have slipped to seventh in the Isthmian Premier Division standings after going seven games without a win. And Gary McCann’s side will be desperate to get
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Southend won't let up despite having been crowned champions
RUGBY: Matt Wagstaff says Southend Saxons will not ease off this weekend - despite having been crowned Regional Two Anglia champions. Southend made sure of the title with a 33-19 win against Brentwood on Saturday. But Wagstaff is certain Southend
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Blues midfielder Miley eager to avoid more pain against Woking
SOUTHEND United midfielder Cav Miley wants to avoid adding insult to injury when he faces Woking again this weekend. Miley was sidelined for three months after suffering a thigh problem in the reverse fixture back in October. But, having regained
