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The Rayleigh goalkeeper pushing to make international debut aged 39

SIMON Cross is looking to make an unlikely international debut at the age of 39. Cross, who grew up in Rayleigh, has lived in the British Virgin Islands for the past 10 years. And, having now qualified to play for his adopted nation, Cross

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Blues boss Maher sets targets for remainder of the season

SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher will not allow his side to ease off during the remainder of the season. The 11th placed Shrimpers head to Solihull Moors on Tuesday night sitting eight points above the relegation zone and 10 points below the play-offs

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All the stats ahead of Blues' match at Solihull

A STATISTICAL preview of Southend United's clash at Solihull Moors. ALL TIME RECORD Southend wins: 2 Draws: 2 Solihull wins: 1 PREVIOUS FIVE MEETINGS National League (Oct 23) - Southend 5 Solihull 0 National League (Jan

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A closer look at Solihull Moors ahead of clash with Blues

ECHOSPORT talks to Solihull Moors fan Callum Moseley ahead of Tuesday night's match with Southend United. Solihull are currently fourth in the table. What have you made of the season so far? "In all honesty, it's gone so much better than I

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Look inside ‘amazing’ Benfleet pub as it reopens after month-long revamp

“DELICIOUS” freshly made pizzas and a “cosy” atmosphere await punters as they return to a popular south Essex pub following its six-figure refurbishment. The Hoy and Helmet, on Benfleet High Street, reopened on Saturday, with a whole new look and

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Business loses 'more than half its customers' amid major south Essex roadworks

The owner of a south Essex business has described the "damaging" impact that urgent roadworks have had on his trade and the industrial estate he is based in. The Factory Shops owner, Carl Cantor, has expressed frustration at the impact of emergency

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Popular Leigh prom dress shop finds viral fame for hilarious TikTok sketches

“OVER-PROTECTIVE” dads and schoolgirl feuds are in the firing line as a south Essex boutique finds viral fame for its comedy sketches on TikTok. Krystalls Boutique in London Road, Leigh, has attracted millions of views and hundreds of thousands

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Benton and Hayes set to face Shrimpers for Solihull

JON Benton and Nick Hayes seem set to line up for Solihull Moors against Southend United on Tuesday night. But the duo could well still be with the Shrimpers had it not been for the club’s off field issues. An ongoing transfer embargo meant

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Boy racers face fines as Southend Council scours through CCTV after car meet

BOY racers could be hit with fines as Southend Council scours through CCTV of an unofficial car meet that saw hundreds of people line the seafront. Despite a ban on car cruises on the seafront, dozens of cars pulled up on Friday night for an “unofficial

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TV stars coming to Southend theatre for 'hugely popular' comedy mystery play

A “HUGELY POPULAR” stage adaptation of a mystery-solving board game is coming to Southend this autumn. Cluedo 2, a show based on the classic Hasbro board game which celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, will be performed at the Palace Theatre

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Major disruption across c2c network in south Essex after rush hour 'train fault'

COMMUTERS have faced severe disruption on the c2c this evening following a train fault.  Trains running across the entire c2c network from London Fenchurch Street have been delayed or cancelled after a fault during the evening rush hour. Affected

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Your favourite cafe 2024

The nominations are in -  Cafe Munchies, Southend Crystal Cafe, Hadleigh Island Cafe, Canvey Island Natural Bake, Hadleigh Natural Bite, Leigh-on-sea The Bay Cafe, Canvey Island The winner will be presented with an engraved

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Police probe as lorry leaves scene after crashing into broken down bus on A130

Police are appealing for witnesses after a lorry crashed into a broken down bus on a major Essex road before leaving the scene. Police received a report of a broken-down bus on the A130, near West Hanningfield, shortly before 2.30pm today.

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Southend councillor takes part in fast during Ramadan

A COUNCILLOR has joined Southend Muslims in celebrating Ramadan, by fasting with them. Aston Line, Labour councillor for Westborough, is supporting Muslims commemorating the holy month of Ramadan, which runs from March 10 to April 9. During

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Named: The disgraced Essex teacher who was caught uploading child sex videos

A secondary school teacher has been banned from the classroom after sharing child sex videos on a messaging and chat platform. Christoper Ridgewell, 28, was teaching at The Sandon School, in Molrams Lane, Chelmsford, when he became the subject

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Blues boss Maher provides update on contract talks with duo

SOUTHEND United remain in contract talks with Gus Scott-Morriss and Wes Fonguck. The duo remain the only first team regulars not to agree new deals since the consortium, headed up by Justin Rees, began funding the club. But Blues boss Kevin

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Recap after 'gridlock' amid major road closures in south Essex

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UK drivers warned over Easter weekend travel as 14 million getaways planned

UK drivers are being warned to expect long delays this Easter, as more than 14 million getaway trips are said to be taking place across the first bank holiday weekend of the year. The RAC said journeys on some popular routes could take twice as

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Find out if it is criminal damage to cut a neighbours hedge in the UK

We all like to keep on top of our gardens, even if the maintenance is often time-consuming and can sometimes feel like a workout. But as we strive to create a space that feels like an extension of the inside of our own home, you may notice parts

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There's no place like home for Diversity duo Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely

THERE’S no place like home for Diversity duo Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely. The dancers have wowed crowd across the world with their stunning shows. But coming back to Southend’s Cliffs Pavilion still remains special. READ MORE: 'From

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Greene King offering Brits free pints if you say these 4 words at your local

Brits can officially now grab one of 100,000 free pints at their local Greene King pub in celebration of rain falling today.   The offer is live for 24 hours from 11am on 25th March, and customers can choose one free drink from a range of options

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NSPCC schools programme helped child speak about abuse

A mother whose son was sexually abused by a family friend has praised an NSPCC programme that helped him talk about the abuse. Speak out Stay safe, which the NSPCC has been running in primary schools across the UK since 2011, helps children understand

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New rules to save mobile customers from 'surprise' roaming charges when abroad

UK mobile phone customers will be better protected against unexpected roaming charges while travelling abroad under new rules to be introduced by Ofcom later this year. Following the UK’s exit from the European Union (EU), ‘roam like at home’ rules

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A13: Traffic at 'standstill' amid emergency closure of busy south Essex road

Traffic in Benfleet and getting onto Canvey is reportedly at a "standstill" as part of a key road has been closed. The A13 has been shut from Sadlers Farm to the Tarpots junction. Drivers in the area have described heavy traffic "like rush

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Motorcyclist rushed to hospital after A127 crash near Rayleigh Weir

A MOTORCYCLIST has been rushed to hospital after a crash on the A127 near Rayleigh Weir.  Yesterday afternoon, just before 2pm, the A127 Southend bound was at a standstill after a crash.  The crash involved a motorbike and a car.  The East

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Essex shopping centre 'looking forward' to luxury retailer opening 'very soon'

A LUXURY retailer is getting ready to open its doors at a shopping centre in Essex. Flannels is hoping to open its newest store at High Chelmer in Chelmsford city centre later this spring. RECOMMENDED READING: I tried Wagamama's

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Here's when A127 is set to re-open amid severe delays in key south Essex road

A GAS firm has confirmed when it is set to re-open a key south Essex route as drivers face severe delays. One lane on the A127 was closed last week in both directions at the junction with Pound Lane, between A132 at Nevendon and A130 Fairglen Interchange

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Mum pays tribute to ‘perfect’ Westcliff son after he was crushed to death at work

A MUM has paid tribute to her “perfect” son after he was crushed to death while at work. James Rourke, 22, from Westcliff, lost his life after being struck and run over by an excavator at Sarazen Gardens, Brampton on November 18, 2019. The

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Company fined £133k after Westcliff 22-year-old crushed to death on building site

A CONSTRUCTION firm has been fined more than £130,000 after a young man described as the “perfect” son was crushed to death at work. James Rourke, 22, from Westcliff, lost his life after being struck and run over by an excavator at Sarazen Gardens

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A127: Emergency gas works cause severe delays for motorists on busy Essex road

Motorists are facing severe delays on the A127 this morning - as a result of lane closures caused by emergency gas works. The works are being carried out by Cadent Gas Works and do not have a fixed finish time.  Reports on Essex Travel News

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'Sharp as a button' south Essex war hero turns 100 years old

A "TRUE war hero" was treated to a surprise party as he celebrated his 100th birthday. Cyril Barrell, who lives in Benfleet, was a proud member of the Welsh Guards 3rd Battalion during the Second World War and fought in the battle of Monte Cassino

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Video: Nervy groom has 'hilarious' mix-up on the altar - to huge laughter from family

A nervy groom mixed up his words at the altar – much to the amusement of friends and family. After accidentally saying he would promise to “laugh at you when you’re sad” instead of “comfort you when you’re sad” Robert Thomson, 36, inadvertently

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More than 27,000 healthcare workers to receive one-off payments worth £3000

More than 27,000 healthcare workers are set to receive two one-off payments worth up to £3,000, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has revealed. The two payments will be worth at least £1,665 and recognises "the vital role of healthcare

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Supermarket opening hours this weekend as Tesco, Asda, Aldi and more to close

Many UK supermarkets have warned customers of store closures over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend. Government rules mean stores across England and Wales larger than 280 square metres are forced to close on Easter Sunday. Most shops will remain

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Easter warning over DWP Universal Credit and PIP payments

Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the Easter bank holidays this weekend. Both Good Friday, March 29, and Easter Monday, April 1, are bank holidays where payments from the Department for Work

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‘Disappointing’: Restaurant bosses slam proposals to scrap Basildon cinema deal

PROPOSALS by Basildon Labour councillors to scrap a takeover deal for the empty town centre cinema have been slammed by a restaurant currently occupying the site. On Thursday, the leader of the council’s Labour group pledged to “immediately break

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'Disgusting' arsonists blasted by council leader after Southend tower block fire

“DISGUSTING” arsonists have been lambasted by the leader of Southend Council after a fire at a city centre tower block was found to have been started “deliberately”. Police have launched an arson investigation into a blaze at the Quantock tower

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Pop-up bank service launched in south Essex High Street after branch shuts

A BANK has announced a new pop-up service in a library in a bid to prevent residents who are “unfamiliar with technology” from being neglected. Barclays has announced it will now operate a service four days a week from Rayleigh Library, in the

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Campaign launched to 'save' south Essex events venue amid fears for its future

A CAMPAIGN has been launched to an ensure a building that dates back to the 1890s is protected amid fears it could be turned into flats. The Freight House, an events venue in Bradley Way, is currently closed and Rochford Council has no official

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Teacher accused of drinking on south Essex school site is banned from profession

A TEACHER arrested for drink driving and accused of consuming alcohol on the school premises has been hit with an indefinite ban from the profession. Amy Harrison, 42, has been banned from teaching after a tribunal found she had “fallen significantly

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Final say: Maher's part in saving Blues won't be forgotten, unlike Saturday!

SEVERAL staff members at Southend United have been forced to overcome tricky situations this season. And the person responsible for putting together the match highlights for Saturday’s 0-0 draw with Woking is certainly the latest to fall into that