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Blues boss Maher provides update on defensive duo
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher is unsure whether skipper Nathan Ralph will be fit to feature against Gillingham on Saturday. Ralph suffered an ankle injury during the 2-0 win against Bishop's Stortford at the weekend and left the RDA Stadium
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A round up of the local cricket action as Hadleigh suffer away defeat
HADLEIGH & Thundersley suffered a nine wicket defeat at Brentwood in the Essex League Premier Division. After opting to bat first Hadleigh scored 243/8 with opener Jack Wagstaff leading the way with 87 while Nick Gibb added 34 and Ruben Vapiwala
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Warning to Universal Credit claimants who could have payments stopped this summer
Universal Credit claimants have been warned their payments could be stopped if they fail to notify authorities about key changes to their circumstances. Those in receipt of Universal Credit have been told that they must inform the Department for
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How long do penalty points stay on your driving record?
Have you had some points added to your licence? Drivers across the UK receive points on their license when they’re convicted of a driving offence. The courts can also fine drivers as well as adding penalty points to their license but how long do
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20 new photos show 'ghost estate' of half-built flat-pack homes in Southend
PHOTOS have shown how a “ghost estate” of half-built flat pack homes which has stood unfinished is now overgrown with buildings materials breaking off. The images from the Meadow Grange development in Southend show flags advertising the new-build
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Family of KFC worker given 'a bit of hope' as doctors delay turning off life support
THE family of a KFC worker who took an overdose because she was allegedly being bullied at work have been given “a bit of hope” after doctors delayed turning off her life support. Emma Price’s family say she overdosed on painkiller medication having
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Shrimpers head to Ireland for pre-season friendly
SOUTHEND United will continue their pre-season preparations with a trip to Ireland next week. The Shrimpers will spend four days training in Dublin and face Ballyfermot United in a pre-season friendly on Tuesday night. And Blues boss Kevin
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Tunnels and hidden rooms uncovered in old coffee bar on Southend's Royal Terrace
An urban explorer has taken a look inside a former coffee bar on Southend’s iconic Royal Terrace which dates back more than 200 years. After previous explorations along the Royal Terrace, urban explorer Martin Halliday came across “The Shrubbery
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Seven arrests and stolen cars uncovered in raids across south Essex today
SEVEN men have been arrested and stolen vehicles recovered after raids across south Essex today. Policing teams from across the Essex Police force bust down doors at addresses across south Essex, and one in east London, during seven raids.
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Boarded-up landmark A127 pub goes up for sale after failed demolition plans
THE boarded up Dick Turpin pub has been placed on the market after a failed bid to demolish the building and replace it with a petrol station. The 100-year-old pub on the A127 has been closed since the end of last month after Greene King admitted
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Rape investigation launched after young girl reports incident at Essex caravan park
DETECTIVES have launched an investigation after a young girl reported she had been raped at a caravan park in Clacton. The teenage victim said she had been assaulted by two teenage boys under a bridge near to the clubhouse at the Martello Beach
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Shrimpers supporters snap up season cards in big numbers
CLOSE to 2,400 season cards have already been snapped up by Southend United supporters for the forthcoming National League campaign. Season cards went on sale late on Friday afternoon after the consortium completed their takeover of the club.
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Major retailer set to be bought in rescue deal - but stores and jobs face axe
Carpetright is set to be bought in a rescue deal by rival Tapi, but more than 200 stores are expected to be shut and more than 1,000 jobs cut. Flooring retailer Tapi has agreed to buy the Carpetright brand, intellectual property, 54 stores and
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Named: Man charged in connection with serious incident at south Essex station
A man has been charged in connection with a serious incident at a c2c railway station which left two people injured. Police had been called to reports of a group of people involved in a fight at Chafford Hundred station around 8.15pm on Thursday
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Save £40 and enjoy the stunning Bristol International Balloon Fiesta
Get ready for the breathtaking spectacle of Europe's Largest Balloon Fiesta. The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, Europe's biggest hot air balloon event, promises a weekend of wonder for the whole family. We have teamed up with Just Go
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Raise a glass: Win weekend tickets to Vulcan's Music and Beer Festival
What better way to celebrate summer than with a refreshing pint and amazing tunes? We're proud to announce that The Echo is supporting this year's Music and Beer Festival at the Vulcan. Following a hugely successful inaugural event last year,
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Inquest opens into death of Essex headteacher found dead at French ski resort
A HEADTEACHER who was found unresponsive whilst on holiday died of immersion in water and alcohol intoxication, an inquest has heard. Area coroner for Essex, Lincoln Brookes, opened the inquest into the death of New Rickstones Academy headteacher
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Teens arrested after '£20k worth' of suspected Class A drug seized in south Essex
Two teenagers have been arrested as police discovered an estimated £20,000 worth of suspected class A drugs after a chase. The two teenagers attempted to evade police on an e-bike but were detained by Basildon community policing team officers on
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IN PICTURES: Smoke-breathing dragons take over Southend seafront attraction
Smoke-breathing dragons transformed Adventure Island into a magical kingdom as part of a new event at the Southend seafront attraction. Youngsters were delighted to meet the adorable baby dragons as well as a seven-foot tall creature named Ash
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£150m of National Lottery funding to help nature recovery projects
Projects that aim to boost nature recovery and “back the people who make landscapes thrive” will receive a share of £150 million from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The organisation said the money will reach about 20 large-scale projects across
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Two men charged as part of ongoing drug-related deaths probe in south Essex
Two men have been charged as part of an investigation into the sale of drugs in south Essex. The pair were arrested in St Marks Field and St Clare Meadow, Rochford on Monday, July 15. This is part of an investigation by Essex Police's Op Raptor
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Weekly black bin collections look set to return to Basildon as consultation to launch
WEEKLY black bin collections look set to return to Basildon as councillors approved launching a consultation with residents. The controversial move to fortnightly wheelie bin collections in November sparked outrage among residents when they were
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Tributes to 'one of a kind' dad who tragically died after Westcliff incident
TRIBUTES have been paid to a much-loved dad with a “heart of gold” after his tragic death in Westcliff. Gary Hindle, 53, passed away at the scene of a violent attack in Hamlet Court Road on Thursday, leaving his family heartbroken. Dozens of
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How Doodlebug bomb disaster 80 years ago today changed Mr Canvey's life forever
It’s been 80 years exactly – eight long event-filled decades since Canvey Island was devastated by a German ‘Doodlebug’ bomb. In that time nobody can say Ray Howard, who miraculously survived the blast by the skin of his teeth, hasn’t made the
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Sewage discharges in Southend branded 'one of biggest scandals of our generation'
A TORY councillor has branded sewage discharges “one of the biggest scandals of our generation” after it was revealed bathers were warned not to swim in Thorpe Bay. At a full council meeting on Thursday, David Garston called for action after it
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Bid to rescue landmark Kursaal backed...but 'legal action' calls watered down
COUNCILLORS have pledged to try to return the rundown Kursaal to its former glory despite watering down calls for “legal action”. Tory councillors Judith McMahon and David Garston called on Southend Council to take legal action against the company
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War of words breaks out over multi-million pound bid to straighten A127 junction
FILLING potholes would benefit residents more than a multi-million pound project to straighten the Fortune of War, a council leader has claimed as a war of words breaks out. Basildon Council leader Gavin Callaghan has claimed Essex County Council