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England's Euro 2024 schedule - when and where to watch their group stage matches
England kick off their UEFA European Championship 2024 (Euro 2024) campaign on Sunday (June 16) against Serbia. They will also face off against Denmark and Slovenia this month with the hope of winning enough matches to make it through to the knockout
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Keen fundraiser Chris set for his biggest challenge yet
KEEN fundraiser Chris Phillips is set to undertake arguably his craziest challenge yet. The Echo’s chief sports reporter has raised £115,000 for charity but will now be looking to add to that tally later this month. On Saturday June 29, just
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‘Risk to life’ warning as huge hole appears on Shoebury East Beach
THE Coastguard in Southend has tonight warned people to stay away from a huge 7ft deep hole discovered on Shoebury East Beach which could be a “danger to life”. HM Coastguard Southend was called out at 4.40pm today to reports of a large hole which
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Landmark pub on A127 in south Essex to close for final time next month
A LANDMARK pub on the A127 in south Essex will be calling last orders after bosses confirmed it will be shutting to customers next month, it has been revealed. Brewery Greene King has confirmed the much-loved Dick Turpin pub will close for good
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Ex Southend United midfielder joins National League newcomers
FORMER Southend United midfielder Dan Mooney has joined National League newcomers Boston United. Mooney scored three goals in 49 games for Blues before leaving to re-join Altrincham in December but is now on the move once more.
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Work to start on 70 new homes in Shoebury... as they go on sale this month
THE demolition of a former medical centre has been completed ahead of the construction of 70 new homes in Shoebury. Taylor Wimpey has razed the former Cantel Medical Centre in Campfield Road, to the ground and is set to start construction on the
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Major south Essex interchange partially blocked with long delays after 'crash'
A major interchange near Lakeside shopping centre is partially blocked after reports of a crash. One lane is blocked at Mardyke Interchange due to an accident on the A13 in Thurrock, according to Essex County Council's traffic alerts.
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Essex youngster to captain England's under 19 side
Luc Benkenstein will captain the England Men Under-19s during their three game Youth ODI series against Sri Lanka. The Essex all-rounder, who captained for one game during last summer’s Youth ODI Series against Australia, is set to lead the team
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Paul Whittaker storms to success in Southend Half Marathon
PAUL Whittaker ended an eight year absence from the Southend Half Marathon in fine style on Sunday. Whittaker raced away from his closest rivals to win the 13.1 mile race in a time of one hour, nine minutes and 18 seconds. And Whittaker was
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Britain’s Got Talent finalist hailed the 'next Bublé' to perform in Southend
A Britain’s Got Talent finalist hailed the "next Bublé" is set to perform in Southend this autumn after launching his debut album. Dubbed ‘Curtain Call’, in line with his debut studio album, out earlier this month on Westway Music, Tom Ball's October
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Protestors take little comfort from talking with Blues chairman
CONCERNED Southend United fans took little comfort from talking with club chairman Ron Martin during their latest round of protests. Angry Shrimpers supporters stood outside Martin’s Benfleet home on Saturday morning as they continue to worry for
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'Check your change': Your £2 coin could be worth £500 - how to spot
Experts have urged everyone to check their change and look for a rare £2 coin that could be worth a small fortune. The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it
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'Foolish' prisoner who blew up ATMs across Essex tried to flee custody after shower
A CRIMINAL who escaped from police custody while showering will now face an extra year in prison. James Whitlock, who was jailed for using explosives to steal money from ATMs across Essex and London, attempted to break out of prison while receiving
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What to expect from new Wendy's opening in Southend High Street next month
A POPULAR American chain is set to open a new restaurant in Southend next month, and here is what to expect from the opening. Wendy’s, the well-known American hamburger brand, will officially open at 66-68 Southend High Street on July 5 at 10.30am
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Garon Park wellness festival adds new 'buskers stage' to support musicians
A wellness festival boasting outdoor yoga classes, combat sports and guided meditation has teamed up with a Rayleigh taproom to help promote struggling street musicians. Mani Fest 2024, a new first of its kind wellness festival is teaming up with
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Meet the volunteer cop who joined police after his uncle's murder in Southend
A VOLUNTEER police officer has shared how he makes a difference in honour of his uncle who was murdered in Southend thirty years ago. Michael Jacobs decided to become a Special Constable in 2008 after he was inspired by the outstanding work of
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Former NCA officer from Essex viewed indecent images of children on work computer
A former National Crime Agency officer from Essex has admitted viewing indecent images of children on his work computer. Adam Taylor, of Waltham Abbey, admitted two counts of misconduct in a public office, three counts of making indecent photographs
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Police probe whether Essex double murderer also killed father and grandfather
Detectives are reviewing whether an IT worker who was jailed for the fentanyl murders of a married couple may have also killed his own father and grandfather and avoided detection. Luke D’Wit, 34, of Churchfields, West Mersea, was jailed for life
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Man 'sustains serious injuries' in metal pole attack outside Billericay Tesco
A man in his 30s has sustained serious injuries following a shock attack with a metal pole outside a Tesco Express. The attack, which happened yesterday at around 3.20pm, saw paramedics treating the man on the green opposite the Tesco Express
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Adorable border collie at Basildon Dogs Trust on the search for his forever home
AN ADORABLE border collie at Basildon Dogs Trust is on the search for his forever home. Two-year-old Hewey, described as friendly yet a tad anxious, is eager to cement a bond with an understanding new family. A resident at Basildon Dogs Trust
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Can you be fined for parking in a parent and child space? The legal rules
Sometimes when we're in a rush or there are limited parking spaces, you might find yourself parking in a designated parent and child space. The parking spaces often featuring a graphic of a happy family or a pram are typically larger and closer
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Strictly star Amy Dowden's breast cancer battle to be shown in new documentary
A new documentary showing Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden's battle with breast cancer is being made by the BBC. The hour-long film, which has the working title 'Amy Dowden: Fight Of My Life', documents her experience with the condition after
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Aldi reveals five major changes to UK supermarkets
Aldi has revealed five major changes to its operations and stores to mark Great British Green Week. The supermarket has shared five changes it has made over recent years to reduce its environmental footprint, as it marks the sustainability week
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Police make arrest after reports of 'man carrying an axe' on Canvey
Police have made an arrest after reports of a "man carrying an axe" on Canvey. Officers made an arrest in less than ten minutes after getting reports of an offensive weapon in Lincoln Way, Canvey at 3.30pm yesterday. The suspect left the area
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Rail operator to open new Driver Simulator Academy in Southend
Rail operator Trenitalia c2c has announced it will open a new Driver Simulator Academy in Southend. The new development is set to enhance the training of its new drivers, offering them a hands-on experience in managing a train in controlled yet
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New beauty clinic opens in £1 million renovated former Miss Selfridge
A NEW beauty clinic has opened its doors in Southend High Street in the former Miss Selfridge building. The old Miss Selfridge shop, which closed in 2019, was transformed into three shops and nine flats earlier this year after a £1million investment
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Man 'attacked with metal pole' in front of shocked residents near south Essex Tesco
A MAN “was attacked with a large metal pole” in front of shocked residents outside a supermarket, according to reports. Shocked Billericay residents have described seeing a violent attack break out outside Tesco Express at the Grange Parade of
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Council launches investigation into work carried out on historic Old Leigh home
AN investigation has been launched into work on a historic Leigh home that allegedly including removing original slate tiles and chimney pots off the roof. Southend Council has confirmed planning officers are investigating a potential breach of
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Road closure pilot to 'protect children' walking to south Essex school launched today
A ROAD outside a school will be closed during drop-off and pick-up time from today in a bid to tackle poor parking from parents. Westerings Primary Academy, in Sunny Road, Hockley, is implementing a “school street” scheme after complaints were
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Art gallery building in Leigh Broadway could be demolished as plans revealed
AN art gallery in Leigh Broadway will be forced to move out for a year if plans to demolish the building and rebuild it get the green light. The owners of the Hype Gallery, on the corner of Broadway and West Street, have insisted redeveloping the
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Woman awarded £12,500 by south Essex dentist after being left in 'weeks of pain'
A DENTIST has been ordered to pay £12,500 to a woman who was left in “pain and discomfort” for weeks after suffering “irreparable” tooth decay caused by errors in her treatment. Joanne Russell, 52, was awarded £12,500 in an out-of-court settlement
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Charity rugby tournament to be held in Westcliff to honour fallen Afghanistan soldier
A CHARITY rugby tournament is set to be held this weekend in memory of a serviceman who tragically died in Afghanistan at the age of 26. Lieutenant Aaron Lewis, from Rochford, lost his life in Afghanistan in 2008 while serving with 29 Commando
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'Proud' - Southend school celebrates Ofsted report after remarkable turnaround
A SOUTHEND school is celebrating after making a series of improvements to earn a "good" Ofsted rating. Victory Park Academy, part of the Parallel Learning Trust, was rated as “requires improvement” following an inspection in 2021. Now, the
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Work set to finally begin on 'eyesore' fire-damaged home site in Chalkwell
WORK could finally begin on building a block of flats on the site of a fire-damaged house in Chalkwell. The home at 51 Chalkwell Avenue was gutted by fire in 2015 before the owner of the property was handed a £1,550 bill in 2019 after ignoring