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'Terrific news' - praise for Southend Airport as it builds back after huge year
What a difference a year can make. Just 12 months ago Southend Airport only offered three routes for holidaymakers and big question marks circled over its future. Fast forward a year and a takeover has been completed, a new deal with easyJet has
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Person died at scene after being 'hit by train' near Basildon
A PERSON sadly died at the scene after being hit by a train near Basildon, the ambulance service has confirmed. Multiple ambulances as well as an air ambulance were called to Station Approach in Laindon on Saturday after reports a person had been
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Blues' season opener to receive 'enhanced production' from DAZN
SOUTHEND United have announced this Saturday's National League opener against York City will be shown with enhanced production from DAZN. A press release from the League confirmed: "The Vanarama National League’s groundbreaking new partnership
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Basildon teen who provided shelter for killer after murder of dad-of-three is jailed
A TEENAGER who provided shelter for a killer in the days following the "horrific" murder of a beloved father-of-three has been jailed today. Harrison Barnett, of St Marys Crescent, Basildon, had helped Tieran Carmody while a manhunt was underway
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Two men charged after 'early hours break-in' at home in south Essex
Two men have been charged with multiple offences after reports of an early hours break-in at a home in Rochford. Police stopped a car near the A127 and arrested two men at around 10am on Saturday after the car had been reported stolen just three
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Who our sides will face next in the FA Cup
BENFLEET will host Haringey Borough in the preliminary round of the FA Cup. Benfleet beat Woodford Town 3-1 at the Woodside Stadium on Saturday and have now been handed another home draw. Basildon United have also been given another home match
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'We felt safe' - Event organisers praise police after fears over disorder in Southend
ORGANISERS of a community event held in Southend over the weekend have praised officers for helping attendees feel “safe, secure and confident” after fears were raised in the wake of violent scenes in the city. The Sierra Leone Family Fun Day has
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Project milestone hit for new bridge work at M25 junction in south Essex
The final bridge beam at junction 28 of the M25 near Brentwood has been installed, as part of plans to create a new A12 anti-clockwise loop road. National Highways has put in place six steel beams at Duckwood Bridge without any full road closures
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McDonald's asks to open until midnight at new south Essex town centre restaurant
McDonald’s has asked to stay open until midnight at its historic Brentwood location. McDonald’s is returning to its former restaurant in the town which has sat empty since it closed back in 2016. The fast food giant’s plan comes a year after
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Basildon United start season with FA Cup success
RUBEN Bartlett-Antwi ensured Basildon United’s season got off to the perfect start after netting the winner in Saturday’s 2-1 win against Hadley. Bartlett-Antwi netted five minutes from time to ensure victory for the Bees in an FA Cup extra preliminary
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Wind aims to prove himself with the Shrimpers
GEORGE Wind cannot wait to prove himself at Southend United. The right-back completed his switch to the Shrimpers from Billericay Town on Friday. And the 21-year-old is eager to make the most of his move to Roots Hall. READ MORE: Blues
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Boutique hotel in south Essex countryside wins two AA awards ahead of expansion
A BOUTIQUE hotel in the heart of the south Essex countryside has been recognised with two AA awards as it prepares to expand its offering later this year. Downham Hall, the five-bedroom hotel near Wickford, has received a five-star accommodation
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'They don't speak for us': Essex Police boss warns 'mindless thugs' amid UK riots
Essex's top police boss has branded rioters "mindless thugs" who "don't speak for us" amid escalating violence and disorder across the UK. On the sixth day of anti-immigration riots across the country, Essex Police Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington
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Walkers teases release of new crisp flavour - can you guess what it is?
Walkers has teased the release of the new flavour of crisps which looks set to be in collaboration with Heinz. Walkers are responsible for a range of products including Wotsits, Quavers, Monster Munch, Squares and Bugles as well as their various
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Martin Lewis warning to pensioners who could be missing out on £3,900 boost
Martin Lewis has issued a warning to pensioners who could be missing out on £3,900 worth of support that they are entitled to. The Money Saving Expert is urging any pensioners with an income of £235 or less a week to check if they are eligible
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The 9 illegal plants that could land you with a £30,000 fine
Gardeners have been warned to keep an eye out for nine illegal plants that could cost them thousands of pounds in fines this summer. Whether you are a keen gardener or a casual one, it is important to be aware of these plants which could land you
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GMB viewers slam 'patronising' panel in debate over causes of recent UK riots
Good Morning Britain (GMB) viewers have criticised its presenters and some of its guests after a "patronising" response to points being made by an MP on the show relating to the recent riots in the UK. Zarah Sultana, an Independent MP for South
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In the dock: 11 south Essex people at magistrates' courts in recent weeks
From speeding to drink drivers, these are 11 residents or visitors in south Essex who have been sentenced at magistrates' courts in recent weeks. >>> Court reporting - what your newspaper can and can't report A DRINK driver caught
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14-year-old girl arrested after 'assault' on c2c train caused widespread disruption
A 14-YEAR-OLD girl has been arrested in connection with an assault on a person on a c2c train. The c2c train line linking south Essex with London was blocked on Saturday morning with trains being cancelled while emergency services dealt with an
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A130: Crash involving two vehicles causing severe delays towards south Essex
Motorists are facing severe delays on the south Essex bound A130 this morning following a crash between two vehicles. The crash happened just off the Howe Green Roundabout near Chelmsford, with both vehicles awaiting recovery on the side of the
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One-month Housing Benefit warning to thousands ahead of Universal Credit change
A one-month warning has been issued to thousands of households in receipt of Housing Benefit. Thousands of people who receive Housing Benefit from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), have weeks to take action or risk losing their benefits
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Government plan emergency Cobra meeting in response to escalating riots
The Government has confirmed it will be holding an emergency Cobra meeting today (Monday, August 5) in response to escalating violence and riots over the weekend. Police responded to violent scenes in Rotherham, Middlesbrough, Bolton and other
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Crash leads to a section of the A127 to become 'partially blocked'
A CRASH has caused for a busy South Essex road to become partially blocked and full of congestion. Traffic control has reported that a crash has caused a section of the A127 Eastbound to become partially blocked. The incident, which affects
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Homes in this South Essex postcode will lose power today in a planned outage
HOMES in a South Essex postcode will have their power turned off for up to seven or eight hours today. UK Power Networks (UKPN) has confirmed on its website that over three homes in the SS11 8 postcode will be affected in a planned power outage
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£14m revamp of Leigh port could begin within months...if geese don't stall it
A £14.8million project to revamp Leigh’s port and help boost the fishing industry and tourism could begin within months ... if migrating geese don’t stall the project. The work in Old Leigh is aimed at boosting the cockling industry and safeguarding
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Work on ambitious £5.8m Cliffs Pavilion refurbishment to start within days
WORK is set to start on a multi-million pound revamp of the Cliffs Pavilion in a bid to cement its future as the go-to theatre for big acts in the South East. Rochford-based Auburn Group Limited, who have been awarded the £5.8million contract to
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Council's mission to 'fix the bins' in Basildon kicks off as consultation launched
BASILDON Council’s mission to “fix the bins” and revert back to weekly collections kicks off today as it launches a consultation with residents. Following the switch to bi-weekly collections under the former Tory administration, residents were