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Man charged with bomb hoax offence after business park evacuated by police
A BOMB hoax which caused the evacuation of a business park has prompted police to arrest a 34-year-old man. Police were called to Victoria Business Park in Short Street on Saturday after an unidentified bag was left at a commercial property by
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Are there dangerous sharks lurking in the river Thames?
If the River Thames could talk, it would have a lot to say. Being at the centre of London, the Thames has been through and seen a lot, from the Romans first using it as a key port for trading to the Vikings heading up the Thames to attack London
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Video shows gunman during Donald Trump assassination attempt at campaign rally
Video footage has been released which shows a gunman on a roof opening fire at Donald Trump during a campaign rally. Mr Trump was giving a speech to supporters in Butler, Pennsylvania when the incident occurred. He was seen ducking to the ground
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Donald Trump will remain 'resilient' after suspected assassination attempt
Donald Trump has issued a statement following a suspected assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally. He has called on Americans to “stand united” and to “not allow evil to win”. Photographs have shown the bloodied former US president defiantly
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Another US fast food chain set to launch in UK with plans for 60 new restaurants
A US fast food chain is set to open new restaurants in the UK from 2025, with 60 currently planned. Dave's Hot Chicken has signed an agreement with the Azzurri Group to open the restaurants, with the first one planned for London in early 2025.
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What happens when you get a fine in a rental car? Experts explain what to expect
If you’re going on a staycation in the UK or visiting family and friends for a special occasion, you might need to rent a car for your travels. However, sometimes you might find yourself in a tricky situation where you have received a fine for
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In pictures: Southend Pride brings 'amazing atmosphere' as 6,000 gather to celebrate
WITH sea of colour, flags, and glitter, Southend Pride returned at the weekend as thousands gathered to celebrate and support the city’s LGBTQ+ community. More than 1,000 people took part in the parade on Pier Hill on Saturday, marching down towards
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Blues boss Maher happy to hand youngsters opportunity to impress
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher was pleased to hand the club’s young players an opportunity to impress at Great Wakering Rovers. Midfielders Beau MacDonald and Mikey Faulkner both started the pre-season clash along with defender Olu Shobowale
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Another US fast food chain set to launch in UK with plans for 60 new restaurants
A US fast food chain is set to open new restaurants in the UK from 2025, with 60 currently planned. Dave's Hot Chicken has signed an agreement with the Azzurri Group to open the restaurants, with the first one planned for London in early 2025.
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How smart are you? Take this pub quiz to find out
The weekend is here which can only mean one thing, it's time for the weekly pub quiz. Perfect if you're taking a trip to the pub this weekend, this quiz will let you brush up on some of that unusual but essential knowledge for the occasion.
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In the dock: 19 south Essex people sentenced by magistrates in recent weeks
From speeding drivers to people failing to give information to police, these are 19 south Essex residents and visitors sentenced at magistrates' courts in May. >>> Court reporting - what your newspaper can and can't report A SPEEDING
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'Game-changer' nursery and pre-school at Barleylands farm set to open this year
A highly-anticipated nursery and pre-school at the popular Barleylands farm is preparing to open its doors to children later this year. Already receiving more than 400 enquiries, Barleylands Nursery and Pre-School is on track to open its doors
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In memoriam: The death notices and funeral announcements in the Echo this week
The Echo has published two death notices this week. Every week, the Echo publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will remain
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Police and officials descend on Basildon restaurant in front of astonished diners
A BUSINESSMAN says he is confident "everything is going to be alright" after 20 police, council and immigration officers filled a restaurant in front of shocked diners. The officials from Essex Police, Basildon Council and the Home Office attended
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Rayleigh and David Lloyd Basildon win Essex tennis cup finals
RAYLEIGH Lawn and David Lloyd Basildon were among the winners during the Essex Tennis Summer Cup finals day. Rayleigh - whose team was made up of Matthew Cannon with Louis Rawley and Stewart Biggie with Joe Beeching - beat Westcliff Lawn 3-2 in
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'The biggest regret of my life' – South Basildon MP's statement on assault conviction
THE new MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock says he is still "deeply ashamed" of his actions after it was revealed he served time in prison for assaulting a woman when he was 19. James McMurdock, who won the seat for Reform UK by just 98 votes
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Queen tribute act hand-picked by original member is coming to Cliffs Pavilion
A Queen tribute band hand-picked by a member of the former legendary band is coming to Southend. Queen Extravaganza, backed by original Queen members Roger Taylor and Brian May, is set to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the band's monumental
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Artists urged to help transform penguin sculptures for new Southend art trail
Talented artists have been urged to come forward to help transform plain penguin sculptures into beautiful masterpieces for an art trail across Southend. Following the achievements of the Herd In The City and Hares About Town events, a new trail
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Six months of roadwork chaos come to end as busy Rochford road is widened
SIX months of roadwork chaos along a busy Rochford road have finally come to an end as temporary traffic lights were removed. Work has taken place since April 16 on Ashingdon Road, with a series of lane closures and temporary traffic lights disrupting
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Leigh man taking on 1,105 mile trek across the UK on foot in fundraiser
A 42-day trek across the length of the UK has seen a Leigh man battle through torrential downpours, injuries, and immense inclines as he attempts to raise cash for charity. Reece Matthew, 32, is undertaking a massive trek from Land’s End to John
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Work could finally start on 136-home development near 500-home site in Rayleigh
Work could finally start on the construction of 136 homes near a 500-home development site in Rayleigh. Vistry homes plans for 136 homes just south of busy Rawreth Lane, close to the Wolsey Park development site in Rayleigh, were granted outline
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'Daily battle' - Businesses in Southend's fly-tipping hotspots welcome crackdown
DUMPED sofas, mattresses, and piles of rubbish are a “daily battle” for business owners who fear unsightly waste could be putting customers off. After Southend Council announced a new crackdown that will see cameras installed across the city to
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LISTED: 31 'top spots' across Southend showing England's Euro 2024 final
Football fans across the country are set to fill pubs and restaurants tonight as England's men's side bid to win their first major competition in almost 60 years. In a show of support for the team ahead of the Euro 2024 final against Spain in Berlin
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Popular river cruises return to Southend Pier this summer - all you need to know
AN HISTORIC paddle steamer is returning to Southend this summer - with the full timetable for its popular estuary cruises revealed. Waverley, which is the last seagoing passenger-carrying paddle steamer in the world, will be returning to Southend