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If you have one of these medical conditions you may not need to pay council tax
In the UK thousands of people are paying council tax unaware that they could potentially avoid paying the national tax or receive a discount. It comes as many could be offered a discount if they have been diagnosed by a doctor as “severely mentally
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Midfielder Morton boosted by pre-match chat with Maher
SOUTHEND United midfielder James Morton has revealed how a pre-match chat with manager Kevin Maher helped him to star in the Shrimpers’ 4-2 win against Boreham Wood. Morton scored his first Blues goal during an impressive display in the centre
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Shrimpers Trust call for criticism of councillors to stop
THE Shrimpers Trust has called for criticism of councillors to stop amid the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Southend United’s future. The consortium looking to take control of Blues have revealed the deal has been delayed as a result of the council
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Essex woman who had £9k forehead reduction surgery says it's 'changed her life'
A WOMAN who spent thousands on forehead reduction surgery after battling insecurity for years has said it has “changed her life”. Beth Halsey, from Colchester, has had her hairline surgically lowered after forking out £9,000 on treatment, having
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When is the London Marathon taking place this year? It's not long to wait now!
In just a few weeks, thousands of keen runners will head to the streets of London to take part in one of the biggest sporting events of the year, the London Marathon. Runners will have been preparing for months as they ready themselves to take
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Great Wakering warm up for FA Vase semi-final with home win
GREAT Wakering Rovers warmed up for this weekend’s FA Vase semi-final by beating Frenford 3-1 at Burroughs Park. Tony Martin bagged his first two goals for Rovers in the win while Danny Cossington was also on target. The victory saw Rovers
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ITV confirms start date of For The Love Of Dogs with new host Alison Hammond
Alison Hammond will present For The Love Of Dogs following Paul O’Grady’s death in 2023 and now ITV has confirmed when viewers can watch the first episode. The Great British Bake Off host will head to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home to help the animals
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Workers spotted at fire-hit Southend seafront Wimpy for 'first time in months'
CONSTRUCTION workers have been spotted at a seaside Wimpy restaurant for the “first time in months” after a fire which gutted the building two years ago. A blaze tore through Wimpy on Southend seafront in January 2022, with firefighters blaming
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Dog walker scares off yobs trying to break into van in early hours spree in Westcliff
A DOG walker saw off would-be thieves who were trying to get into her van in an early morning spree of attempted break-ins. Laura Dixon, from Westcliff, caught crooks in the act as they tried to break into her van in the early hours of the morning
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Fresh plans unveiled for 250-homes mini village on south Essex green belt
Plans for 250 more homes to be built on green belt in Billericay have been unveiled. Developer Tor and Co has put in a screening opinion request for 250 homes near Laindon Road in Billericay. The request aims to see if an Environmental Impact
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Southend declared 'worst in Britain' for potholes as residents name worst roads
SOUTHEND ‘s pothole-peppered roads have been declared as the worst in Britain as motorists claim driving down the city’s streets is akin to riding a rollercoaster. A survey carried out by car checker Motorscan, based on Department of Transport
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'Severe' delays on Dartford Crossing after traffic held as van breaks down
DRIVERS are facing "severe" delays on the Dartford Crossing as all traffic was held after a vehicle broke down on the bridge. The AA is reporting long delays of 50 minutes - described as "severe" - due to an earlier stalled van on the Queen Elizabeth
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Two people arrested and police probe launched after death of baby in Essex
TWO people have been arrested and a police probe launched after a baby died in Colchester. Emergency services rushed to the scene in North Station Road yesterday morning following concerns for the welfare of the infant. Essex Police officers
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Former south Essex dairy boss hopes to keep history alive with classic TV cop car
A FORMER dairy boss who has taken his family's beloved 70-year-old classic car to our TV screens has no plans to sell it on as he hopes to keep Laindon's history alive. Peter Sloper’s father Sidney purchased their new family car, the Ford Zephyr
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Teen charged amid probe after crash with unmarked police car in south Essex
A TEENAGER has been charged with multiple offences after a police pursuit following a crash involving an unmarked police car A vehicle failed to stop for officers close in Florence Gardens, Hadleigh at around 4pm yesterday. The vehicle was
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Ground works begin for new homes and Lidl at once abandoned Laindon Centre site
CONSTRUCTION crews have been spotted on site of a once abandoned Laindon development which will see the creation of 205 new homes and a Lidl. Developer Sanctuary has confirmed to the Echo ground works and surveying has started. Once finished
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Queues for five miles as lanes on M25 closed after crash in Essex
TRAFFIC is queuing for five miles on the M25 in Essex as two lanes have been closed after a crash. The two lanes have been shut on the motorway anticlockwise from junction 27 to junction 26, near Waltham Abbey, after a crash involving a car and
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Investigation launched after grim discovery of several headless animals in Essex
AN investigation has been launched after a grim discovery of several headless animals in a quite Essex road. Seven dead deer were reportedly found in Solid Lane, Doddinghurst, near Brentwood, in the early afternoon last Friday. After the animal
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Baby reportedly dies at temporary accommodation site in Essex
A BABY has reportedly died at temporary accommodation in Essex. The Echo's sister paper the Gazette has been told the infant, who is said to be five months old, was allegedly found at Seatrade House, in North Station Road. Colchester Borough
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Council pays out £219k to Essex drivers after cars are left mangled by potholes
CLAIMS made to Essex County Council for pothole-mangled cars hit a new high last year after thousands of drivers pursued the authority for damages. Figures obtained via a Freedom of Information request show County Hall paid £219,387 to 139 drivers
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Michael McIntyre is taking over the O2 Arena - Everything you need to know
Comedian Michael McIntyre is returning to the stage at London's O2 Arena for five dates as part of his brand-new show, MACNIFICENT. McIntyre last toured five years ago with his impressive career the comedian once had a record-breaking 28 sold-out
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Headlight glare to be reviewed by government following drivers ‘dazzled' concerns
The government has announced it will launch an independent review into headlight glare from vehicles, amid claims drivers are being “dazzled”. The Department for Transport (DfT) said independent research will be commissioned to “better understand
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UK households told they will find extra £350 in bank accounts soon - this is why
The annual cost of household bills is predicted to drop by £350 compared to the same time last year, research has revealed. The study analysed the cost of energy, water, home insurance, car insurance and council tax. It revealed that the combined
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Teen with Essex links wanted as stab victim remains in hospital three weeks on
A MAN who was stabbed in broad daylight remains in hospital after more than three weeks, police have said. The victim, a man in his 30s, remains in Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge after the incident in Bury Road, Thetford, Norfolk, at about
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Grieving daughter slams Basildon Council after being ‘stuck’ with dad’s furniture
A GRIEVING daughter who has waited nearly a month for the council to collect her late father’s furniture says she feels “stuck” as she awaits closure. Tracey Pollard started clearing out her father’s home in the Turpins, Basildon, after he passed
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Mum left ‘immobile and in constant pain’ after hit-and-run near Southend Aldi
A Westcliff mum claims she has been left in constant pain and unable to sleep after she was hit by a car as she went to shop at Aldi. Zenia Frankson, 33, from Westcliff, had been walking to the shop on London Road when she says she was struck by
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Leigh Town Council accused of 'premeditated campaign' after clerk suspension
A TOWN council has been accused of a “premeditated campaign” which has seen its clerk suspended for almost eight months. Leigh Town Council has been told by long-serving councillor, Carole Mulroney, that its treatment of Helen Symmons after she
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Private hospital in Basildon borough launches appeal as expansion plan refused
A PRIVATE hospital has been told it should consider “potentially relocating” after it launched an appeal when its expansion plans were thrown out. FACEmed Cosmetic Medical and Dental Care, in Crays Hill, Billericay, wanted to create a new surgical
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'Hope it never goes to court': MP disappointed as Blues future under threat again
SOUTHEND MP Anna Firth hopes the winding up petition will never come to court because it would “waste time, money and energy” which would be better spent “powering the club forward”. Ms Firth spoke out as the consortium buying Southend United -
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Motorcyclist seriously injured after crash at major A127 junction in Southend
A MOTORBIKE rider has been left seriously injured after a crash at a major junction on the A127 in Southend. Emergency crews were called to the A127 at Kent Elms Corner at around 12.15pm on Easter Monday after reports of a crash. The incident
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Labour could snatch both Southend seats at the general election - new poll
DEFIANT political leaders insist “the city is all to play for” after a new poll suggested traditionally dyed-in-wool Conservative seats in Southend could switch to Labour at the upcoming general election. Polling by Survation on behalf of action
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'Top quality' chippy set to be first of new £2million East Beach cafes to open
A “TOP quality” fish and chip shop is set to be the first of the long-awaited new £2m East Beach cafes to open, it has been revealed. Owner Daniel Levy has confirmed the details to the Echo and said he hopes to fully open on Shoebury beach by the
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Revealed: £425k cash injection to fund improvements at south Essex leisure centre
A LEADING councillor is celebrating a £425,000 Government cash injection to boost energy efficiency at a “vital” leisure centre in an effort to help to keep running costs down. Clements Hall Leisure Centre in Clements Hall Way, Hawkwell, will use
