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Champions Benfleet enjoy season to remember, on and off the pitch
BENFLEET have upset the odds to be crowned Thurlow Nunn League First Division South champions. Lee Scott’s side finished top of the table after picking up 103 points from their 42 games. But chairman Dan Wright would have been delighted to
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Great Wakering Rovers take on White Ensign in groundshare derby
GREAT Wakering Rovers host White Ensign in a ground-sharing derby at Burroughs Park on Tuesday night. Landlords Wakering go into the Essex Senior League clash looking to edge closer to the play-off places. But Rovers boss Marcus Bowers says
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It's time to Shine! Take That take over the O2 Arena- What you need to know
Calling all Take That fans! In just a few short days thousands of Take That fans will be getting their best outfits on as they head to see the 'Shine' band at London's O2 Arena. With remaining members, Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald
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Dartford Crossing West Tunnel to shut for six nights this week - here are the details
Throughout this week, there will be closures affecting the Dartford Crossing tunnels. Details regarding closure timings, diversions, and affected tunnels are provided below. The Northbound West Tunnel will be closed during the following times
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Colchester Zoo welcomes adorable but 'vulnerable' monkey species to its animal family
FOUR adorable monkeys have been welcomed into the city after Colchester Zoo saw a new species arrive at its site. The Maldon Road attraction is now home to four eastern pygmy marmosets, bolstering its ever-growing animal family. The all-female
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New Home Bargains in Essex to create 100 jobs and boast café and garden centre
AN exciting insight into a new Home Bargains store coming to an Essex city has revealed it will feature a bakery, an in-store café, a large garden centre and more. The discount retailer is set to open what will be its biggest site in Colchester
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Furious customers step in to stop 'dine and dash couple' at south Essex pub
FURIOUS customers trapped a couple inside a pub for more than an hour after they were suspected of trying to flee without paying their bill. Diners at the Castle Inn pub, in Little Wakering, stepped in on Sunday afternoon after a couple were seen
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Aldi's sell-out kids wooden toy range is returning to UK stores this week
Aldi’s sell-out wooden toy range is coming back to stores this week. The supermarket’s range offers a variety of toys for little ones and there are options for both indoor and outdoor play. Aldi urges customers to be quick as with all of its
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Southend United suffered net loss of £2.7 million as fans wait for takeover
SOUTHEND United suffered an annual net loss of £2.7 million, according to the club’s latest accounts as fans call for the sale “to be completed as a matter of urgency”. The club’s accounts have been published for the 2021/22 year have been published
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Beloved pet cat put down after being shot 'several times' and left paralysed in Leigh
A BELOVED pet cat has been put down after heartless yobs shot it with a BB gun and left it paralysed from the waist down. Paula Cooper, 41, and her daughter Grace Beard, 17, were horrified to discover their cat Bertie, who had been missing for
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Infamous Essex roundabout dubbed one of the top five 'scariest in the UK'
AN infamous Essex roundabout has been dubbed one of the scariest in the UK. In a TikTok video from user GeoJunkie, the Colchester's North Station Roundabout was ranked fifth in a top five list. The video, which has been viewed more than two
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Sailor band coming to Southend Pier for free 'immersive' show this weekend
A BAND of foot-stomping and singing sailors will be docking at Southend Pier this weekend for a free "immersive" show. Visitors will be sailing back to the 19th century with traditional seafaring music including centuries old folk and shanty songs
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'Severe' rush hour delays on A127 in south Essex after reports of crash
Drivers are facing "severe delays" on the A127 this evening rush hour after reports of a crash. Long delays are building back to Nevendon on the major road after reports of an incident at Daws Heath Road. AA is reporting "severe delays" of
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Pensioner on crutches is left needing hospital treatment after Essex hit-and-run
A pensioner on crutches has been left needing hospital treatment after a hit-and-run near a popular Essex attraction. Police were called to Marsh Farm Road yesterday, shortly after 12.45pm, following reports of a crash involving a pedestrian and
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Two rushed to hospital after crash 'at section of roadworks' in busy south Essex road
TWO people have been taken to hospital after a lorry and car crashed in a key south Essex road this morning. Emergency services were called to Runwell Road, in Wickford, before 12pm this afternoon. This was after reports of a crash involving
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c2c and Greater Anglia train drivers to stage strike on same day - here's when
Train drivers at rail companies in Essex are to stage a fresh series of strikes in their long-running pay dispute, disrupting travel in the week of the May bank holiday. Members of Aslef will walk out on May 7, 8 and 9 at 16 different operators
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Leigh man breaks world record clocking fastest marathon in inflatable costume
A RUNNER bagged a world record as he completed the London Marathon in a rapid three hours and 21 minutes... while wearing an inflatable dinosaur costume. Lee Baynton, from Leigh, is the official owner of the world record for the fastest marathon
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‘Dangerous’ south Essex paedophile jailed after child subjected to 'horrific ordeal'
A “DANGEROUS” paedophile who subjected a child to an "horrific ordeal" in south Essex has been jailed for 28 years. Keith Ruggles, 75, previously from Stratford, appeared at Basildon Crown Court on Thursday, where he was sentenced for non-recent
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Why this Tesco store in Essex is slapping security tags on shopping baskets
Supermarkets used to tag food and drink to prevent thefts but now Tesco is slapping security tags on their shopping baskets. With the cost-of-living crisis causing a rise in food theft, supermarket shoppers have seen all sorts of items security
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AA highlights 'driver's worst nightmare' as smart motorway safety systems fail
Technology designed to keep drivers safe on smart motorways frequently stops working, an investigation has found. In recent years there have been hundreds of incidents when safety equipment was inoperative on smart motorways, a BBC Panorama investigation
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The Chase's Jenny Ryan left 'shaken' as home robbed and jewels stolen
Star of The Chase Jenny Ryan has revealed that she was a victim of robbery and has been left 'shaken and vulnerable'. The ITV star, best known under her quiz name The Vixen, discussed the ordeal while appearing on BBC's Morning Live. Talking
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Expert's pension warning to anyone aged between 60 and 70 who could lose out
Pension experts have issued a warning to anyone aged between 60 and 70 to take urgent action or risk missing out on the full benefits of a state pension. The deadline to top up your voluntary National Insurance contributions in April 2025.
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Millions warned about faulty smart meters - how to check
Households have been warned how they can spot potentially faulty smart energy meters. It is estimated that almost 4 million smart meters are not working properly, due to not entering ‘smart mode’. Smart mode allows your meter to automatically
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Busy south Essex road BLOCKED with slow traffic building after 'crash'
A MAJOR south Essex road is partially blocked this afternoon with slow traffic after reports of a crash. The A132 Runwell Road, in Wickford, is blocked between Runwell Road and Church End Lane with slow traffic building both ways. A132
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Take advantage of exclusive buy one, get one free deal on Ambassador cruises
Ever fancied heading out on a cruise to visit stunning locations around the globe? We have teamed up with Ambassador Cruise Lines to offer you an unbeatable deal on trips to destinations across the world. Embark on unforgettable journeys to
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Essex nurse has suspected malnutrition after dentist removed nearly all her teeth
A nurse left unable to eat after a dentist extracted nearly all her teeth says she's had to retire early due to suspected malnutrition. Annette Aldridge, 55, went to the dentist with a loose tooth and was shocked when she was told her all her teeth
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Essex hospital launches investigation into 'shambolic' treatment of patient
A FORMAL investigation has been launched after a Colchester woman slammed the "disgusting way" she was treated while trying to get help at Colchester Hospital. Amanda Richardson, 55, was taken to the hospital, in Turner Road, with chest pains
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Slow traffic as road close to Southend Airport is blocked after 'crash'
A ROAD close to Southend Airport is blocked this morning after reports of a two-car crash. Part of Eastwoodbury Lane, in Eastwood, is blocked with slow traffic building in the road as well as nearby Nestuda Way and Snakes Lane. Read more >
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Schoolchildren to narrate David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III in special episode
For more than 70 years, Sir David Attenborough has been narrating nature documentaries and he’s known as the voice of nature all across the world. Our natural world is facing greater challenges and one voice alone isn’t great enough to speak up
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Gogglebox stars break silence after divorce news
Gogglebox stars Stephen and Daniel Lustig-Webb have broken their silence after news they were getting a divorce by posting a video showing they are still "best friends". The pair, who live in Brighton, have been regulars on the Channel 4 show for
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Rishi Sunak to urge peers to back Rwanda plan as it faces final showdown
Rishi Sunak will urge peers to back his Rwanda plans as it faces its final parliamentary showdown this evening. Weeks of back-and-forth on the controversial bill will come to a head on Monday night, with the Prime Minister set to hold a press conference
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Tesco shoppers warned of £500 gift card scam - what to look for
Tesco and consumer group Which? have issued a warning to all shoppers over a £500 gift card scam. Tesco customers are being targeted by the phishing email scam, which claims to offer shoppers the chance to claim a £500 gift card. However, following
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WhatsApp users told their accounts could be taken over by scammers - how to spot
All WhatsApp users in the UK have been warned a new scam could see criminals take control of their accounts. Scammers will pose as family and friends to request a security code, which they can use to steal access to your WhatsApp account. Action
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The common disease medical experts believe will cause the next global pandemic
Medical experts believe the flu is most likely to cause the next global pandemic, according to a new study. Covid-19 was the last deadly disease to cause a global pandemic, sweeping across the world causing major lockdowns and resulting in millions
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Man who admitted shoplifting in Rayleigh is jailed 24 hours after committing theft
A MAN who admitted shoplifting in Rayleigh has been jailed less than 24 hours after committing the offence. Dominic O’Sullivan, of Hitchin Close, Romford, pleaded guilty to three counts of shoplifting when he appeared at Southend Magistrates’ Court
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Holidaymakers warned 'budget' airlines could cost them more this summer
Holidaymakers have been warned that flying with ‘budget’ airlines can prove more expensive when extra costs are added to headline fares. British Airways was cheaper than Ryanair and Wizz Air on two out of three routes analysed in a new study conducted
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EastEnders BBC iPlayer schedule change amid ‘never done before’ filming format
EastEnders has confirmed there is a schedule change to its usual 6am episode upload on BBC iPlayer today (April 22). This is due to a “history-making” change to the filming format of the BBC soap. The release of Monday’s episode on BBC iPlayer
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Calling time at the bar: Nominate your favourite local pub
As the beating heart of the community, our pubs are something we treasure dearly, which is why we believe it's time to give them something back! Our local pubs are where we gather to enjoy stunning food, relax with a glass of wine or craft brew
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Bulldozers move in as demolition finally underway at part of Craylands estate
BULLDOZERS are moving in and demolition is finally starting at part of the Craylands estate described as “resembling a warzone” after years of inactivity. More than 15 years ago an ambitious project to raze the estate to the ground and build 1,310
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The multiple firms and a multi-billionaire family linked to Fossetts Farm scheme
THE deal to build more than 1,300 homes at Fossetts Farm - triggering the sale of Southend United - involves multiple companies linked to Ron Martin and a family of multi-billionaire property magnates. The driving force behind the project’s finances
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'Loved every minute': Inspector retires after 27 years fighting crime in south Essex
STARING crime in the face on a daily basis is a daunting task but for Insp Mark McQuade it became much easier with his loving partner by his side. Mark retired last week after dedicating the last 27 years to fighting crime in south Essex, dealing
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Former Leigh Town Council clerk vows to launch appeal after being sacked
THE former clerk of Leigh Town Council has vowed to launch an appeal after being sacked following a disciplinary hearing. Helen Symmons was suspended from her role at the town council at the end of July last year and has remained suspended throughout
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MP’s plea to bosses of big supermarkets to take over abandoned south Essex Co-op
AN MP has written to the chief executives of all major supermarket chains pleading for them to step forward and takeover Wickford’s abandoned Co-op. Last month Morrison’s pulled out of plans to take over the Co-op, which closed two years ago, after
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The final say: Blues' craziest season ever ends with home defeat
WHEN it comes to looking back at Southend United’s season, Saturday’s match with Rochdale will be little more than a footnote. The Shrimpers miraculously went into the final day of the campaign with an outside chance of still being able to reach