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Huge emergency service operation launched in Old Leigh tonight
A HUGE police and Coastguard operation is under way in Old Leigh tonight over fears for a man who was seen undressing before walking towards the water. Shortly after 4.40pm today (Wednesday July 24), Essex Police were alerted to a man who had been
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Universal Credit and PIP claimants to receive early DWP payment next month
Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the bank holiday next month. Monday, August 26, is a bank holiday, meaning payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) won’t be made on this day
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Do speeding tickets affect the cost of my car insurance? Motor experts explain
Speeding offences are some of the most common driving convictions in the UK. If you’ve been convicted of speeding, you’re no doubt worried about how it might affect your car insurance premiums in the future. According to research, speeding
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Tonight’s £2m winning National Lottery numbers - have you won?
Tonight’s National Lottery Lotto winning numbers are: 03, 17, 23, 29, 31, 34. The Bonus Ball is 46. Tonight’s estimated jackpot is £2 million. Tonight’s National Lottery Thunderball winning numbers are: 01, 03, 24, 33, 34. The Thunderball
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Major emergency services presence after ‘serious’ van and lorry crash in Dartford
A major emergency services presence has been pictured attending a "serious" crash in Dartford. The incident between a van and a lorry happened on the A282 at around 4.05pm today (July 24). Officers were called to the scene and a woman was
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Speed camera 'torn down by vandals' in south Essex road metres away from school
A SPEED camera was “torn down” in a vandalism attack branded “completely irresponsible” by a leading councillor. Drivers were shocked to see the speed camera in Ashingdon Road, Rochford - near Holt Farm Infant School - was missing on the morning
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Death of man hit by car ruled as suicide after tragic incident in Southend road
A SOUTHEND man who died after being hit by a car laid down in the road to “deliberately” end his life, an inquest has ruled. Stuart Chiddicks, 30, tragically died following an incident in Southchurch Road in the early hours of December 21, 2022
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Woman taken to hospital after 'serious' lorry and van crash near Dartford Crossing
A woman has been taken to hospital after a "serious" crash in Dartford. The incident between a van and a lorry happened on the A282 at around 4.05pm today (July 24). Officers were called to the scene and a woman was found injured. She
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Injured pedestrian rushed to hospital after crash involving car in Rochford
A pedestrian has been rushed to hospital after being involved in a crash with a car in Rochford. Emergency services were called to South Street, Rochford, shortly after 12.10pm today. This was following reports of a collision between a vehicle
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Four crews on scene of fire at decommissioned oil tanker in south Essex
Firefighters are at the scene of a fire at an old tanker on the former Thames Oilport site in south Essex. The small fire, which broke out at 2.47pm today, is at the base of a decommissioned tanker in Coryton. The tanker was in the process
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Severe delays on Dartford Crossing back into Essex as M25 blocked after crash
DRIVERS are facing severe delays on the Dartford Crossing back into Essex after a crash on the M25. All lanes have been stopped due to a multi-vehicle crash on M25 clockwise before J1B A296 Princes Road in Dartford. Essex County Council and
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Young child suffers 'serious life-changing' injuries after suspected dog attack
A YOUNG child has been taken to hospital with ‘serious’ facial injuries after reported dog attack. Essex Police are on the scene in Grigson Road, Clacton, after reports of a dog behaving dangerously out of control. Officers say they arrived
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Play centre and cafe plans unveiled for former car showroom in south Essex
A children’s play centre and cafe could fill a “gap in the community” if the owners are given permission to convert a former car parts and servicing shop. Plans have been unveiled for a change of use from car showroom to cafe and children’s play
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Dogs Trust shelter in Basildon to star in new star-studded BBC documentary
The Dogs Trust branch in Basildon is set to feature in a star-studded documentary. The UK's largest canine charity announced it will feature in a new TV series, Pete Wicks: For Dogs' Sake. This heart-warming programme produced by BBC Studios
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Police CLOSE south Essex road after reports of crash involving pedestrian and car
A major road in Rochford has been closed following reports of a collision between a pedestrian and a car. Emergency services are on the scene in South Street, Rochford, responding to an incident that occurred shortly before 12:15pm today. Essex
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Six charged with conspiring to steal vehicles after raids across south Essex
Six men have appeared in court charged with conspiring to steal vehicles after raids across south Essex. The men were arrested on Monday following the police raids across south Essex, and one in east London. These arrests were made as part
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The quiet Essex beach destination named among best seaside towns in the UK
A new ranking has revealed the best and worst seaside towns, with one Essex seaside towns listed at the top. Which? conducted a survey asking more than 4,700 people about their experiences of UK seaside towns last year, covering a range of criteria
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Huge 'multimillion pound' plans for new Colchester Zoo habitat announced
COLCHESTER Zoo has announced exciting new plans to add a brand-new 3,000 square metres habitat as part of their 60th anniversary celebrations. It has been revealed that Colchester Zoo, in Maldon Road, is currently in the pre-application phase for
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Two-way traffic lights in place for repairs to fix burst water main in Thorpe Bay
Two-way traffic lights are now in place as repairs are being carried out following a burst water main in Thorpe Bay. Essex and Suffolk Water were summoned to Station Road, in Thorpe Bay, on Tuesday evening, following reports of a burst water main
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Three died after car hit stationary vehicle on A13 at scene of earlier crash
Three people died when a car collided with a stationary vehicle that had been involved in an earlier crash, the Metropolitan Police have said. It said officers were called to the first incident but before they arrived another car collided with
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Gubbins determined to kick on after joining Shrimpers
JOE Gubbins is confident signing for Southend United will kick-start his career. The 22-year-old has returned to Roots Hall on a permanent basis after leaving Queens Park Rangers earlier this summer. And, having previously had four spells out
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Police appeal for witnesses after three dead in fatal crash on Essex border
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after three people died in a serious crash on the A13 near the Essex border. Met Police officers attended the scene of a collision involving a moving car and a secondary stationary vehicle shortly after 10pm
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Residents report having ‘no water’ after burst water main in Thorpe Bay
Essex and Suffolk Water are reportedly on the scene of a burst water main in Thorpe Bay as residents report having "no water". Photos, seen by the Echo, show Station Road in Thorpe Bay, flooded with water after reports of a burst water main.
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Banks closing branches told they will have to protect customers access to cash
Banks and building societies shutting branches will need to do more to make sure people can still access cash, under new rules being introduced by the UK’s financial watchdog. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said its plans will come into
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Set sail on incredible 12 day cruise to France, Spain and Portugal and save 10%
Cruise enthusiasts seeking sunshine and cultural immersion can set sail for a 12-night adventure on the luxurious Ambition cruise ship. This enticing itinerary promises to whisk passengers away to some of Europe's most captivating coastal towns
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Concerns raised over potential sites to build thousands of homes across Castle Point
SITES proposed as locations to build thousands of homes across Castle Point have left residents, an MP and leading councillors “baffled.” Green belt land, health centres, education facilities, and supermarkets have been listed within the council
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‘Sepsis’ patient, 88, had 20-hour ambulance wait at south Essex reablement centre
AN elderly woman who doctors feared had sepsis had to wait almost 24 hours before an ambulance arrived to take her to hospital. Anna Durham, 88, was a patient at Mountnessing Court reablement centre, in Billericay, when doctors called 999.
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Brave business owner 'confronted gang' as Leigh shop 'robbed' in broad daylight
A BRAVE business owner stepped in to confront a gang of robbers who walked into their shop and started filling bags with stock, the Echo understands. Police were called to the Fragrance of Light shop, in London Road, Leigh on Monday afternoon.
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Half-built homes on Southend 'ghost estate' set to be razed to the ground
A number of homes on a “ghost estate” of half-built flat pack houses in Southend are set to be razed to the ground, the Echo can reveal. The Meadow Grange development was set to see 131 homes built in Fossetts Way. The Guinness Partnership,
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Diver discovers bronze cannon from 17th-century warship off Southend Pier
A DIVER has uncovered a bronze cannon in a remarkable discovery on the shipwreck of a 17th-century warship located off Southend Pier. The historic ship, The London, formed part of a convoy sent in 1660 to collect Charles II from the Netherlands
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Blocks to be installed as 'car caught doing doughnuts' in new south Essex skatepark
Concrete blocks are to be installed as a matter of urgency at a new skatepark in south Essex after a “stolen car was caught doing doughnuts”. Essex Police were called to Hullbridge Skatepark, in Pooles Lane, early on Monday morning following reports
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Tributes to musician described as 'biggest diamond' in Southend's rock scene
TRIBUTES have been paid to a musician described as the “biggest diamond” in Southend’s rock ‘n’ roll scene. Duncan Leslie was a Southend music stalwart who had been involved in many gigs at the city’s iconic Railway Hotel pub. People across