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'We want competition' - Shrimpers boss looking to sign new goalkeeper
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher is looking to bring another goalkeeper to the club. James Hillson, who had been acting as back up to Collin Andeng Ndi, joined National League South side Salisbury City last week. But Maher is seeking a replacement
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Shrimpers skipper hails impact of Maher ahead of boss' double landmark
SOUTHEND United skipper Nathan Ralph has hailed the impact made by Kevin Maher ahead of the Blues boss' 150th game in charge. Maher will reach the landmark when the Shrimpers head to Rochdale this weekend. And Ralph believes Southend have made
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All the stats ahead of Blues' clash at Rochdale
A STATISTICAL preview of Southend United's clash at Rochdale. ALL TIME RECORD Southend wins: 24 Draws: 15 Rochdale wins: 18 PREVIOUS SIX MEETINGS National League - Apr 24 - Southend 1 Rochdale 2 National League - Sep 23
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Time to nominate your local heroes to receive Shrimpers tickets
SOUTHEND United supporters are being urged to nominate their community’s local heroes for recognition at Roots Hall. Club sponsors c2c have teamed up with the Echo to offer those going above and beyond with their efforts the opportunity to attend
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A look at this weekend's non-league action
BILLERICAY Town head to Dulwich Hamlet in the Isthmian Premier Division this weekend. Billericay are currently third in the table and will be able to move further clear of fifth placed Dulwich with another good result. Canvey Island, who sit
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Former England boss Taylor reacts to Tuchel's appointment
PETER Taylor is worried for the future of English managers. The ex England and Southend United boss is certain Thomas Tuchel will do a good job in charge of the senior men’s squad. But Taylor is disappointed Graham Potter was overlooked for
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UK's 'home of jazz' welcomes long-awaited sign after eight years in Southend
MUSICIANS are celebrating the long-awaited arrival of signs advertising the UK’s home of jazz music after eight years in Southend’s city centre. The Jazz Centre UK opened in 2016 at the Beecroft Art Gallery in Victoria Avenue, and is one of the
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'Armed police' swarm Benfleet street after 'woman injured' in serious incident
A WOMAN was reportedly injured after a “serious incident” which saw an air ambulance land and “armed police” swarm a Benfleet street. Neighbours living in Kale Road described hearing “screaming and shouting” close to a home this afternoon and claim
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Salon and Greggs set to relocate amid major redevelopment in Basildon town centre
A TOWN centre salon and Greggs store are both planning to relocate as part of redevelopment plans in Basildon. Ministry of Hair, based at West Pavilion, is preparing to move to the Eastgate Shopping Centre in the town while the nearby bakery in
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Live updates as emergency services on scene of ‘serious incident’ in Benfleet
8:23pm We are still waiting further details from Essex Police, and a statement from the East of England Ambulance Service
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Police on scene of a 'serious incident' in south Essex as air ambulance lands
Police are at the scene of a serious incident in Benfleet this evening. An investigation is being conducted in the Kale Road area by police, who are stressing that the incident is being treated as "isolated" and there is no threat to the wider
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Large 'emergency service presence' seen as air ambulance lands in south Essex park
An air ambulance has been spotted landing at a popular park in Benfleet ahead of reports of a large emergency services presence. The helicopter was seen landing in Villa Park, in Benfleet, this afternoon by concerned residents in the area.
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All the updates from Blues' pre-match press conference
5:25pm Asked about Macauley Bonne, Maher says: "Sometimes we're too quick to write people off. I want competition for
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Jailed: Kidnapper part of gang who posed as police in 'planned attack' in south Essex
A KIDNAPPER who was part of a gang who tied up their victim and left him in the back of his own lorry while it was ransacked during a "co-ordinated and planned attack" has been jailed. Jermaine Yamoah, 34, has been jailed for four years and four
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Liam Payne's family say they are 'heartbroken' over his death in first statement
The family of former One Direction star Liam Payne have said they are “heartbroken” by his death, in their first statement. The singer died after falling from the third-floor balcony of a hotel in Argentina on Wednesday (October 16). Local
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Person seriously injured and man charged after crash at major A13 junction
A MAN has been charged in connection with a police chase and crash at a major A13 junction where a person was seriously injured. A suspected stolen vehicle failed to stop for police shortly after 8.10pm on Tuesday evening, before crashing with
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Armed robber dressed as cop with fake gun and handcuffed mum in south Essex home
A ROBBER who handcuffed and threatened a mother with a fake gun while dressed as a police officer has been jailed for seven years. Belay Zeine entered a home in Corringham through the back door at around 10am on April 6 2023, dressed as a police
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South Essex football club where Liam Payne trained pays tribute to One Direction star
A FOOTBALL club where trained Liam Payne trained for Soccer Aid has paid tribute to the former One Direction star after his tragic death. Local police said the 31-year-old fell into the courtyard of the Casa Sur Hotel in the Palermo neighbourhood
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Three due to appear at court over Basildon crash which left man seriously injured
Three people are due to appear in court to be charged today in connection with a crash in Basildon which left a man seriously injured. Uppermayne was shut off by police shortly before 11.40pm on October 10, 2022 after it was reported a car left
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Heartfelt tribute paid after death of south Essex borough's first-ever mayor
A HEARTFELT tribute has been paid to the Thurrock borough's first-ever mayor who was an "important figure" in the area for more than five decades. Councillor Kairen Raper, mayor of Thurrock, who sadly passed away on Tuesday, October 15. She
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Basildon exit from Essex County Council 'could boost the town by £160million'
BASILDON Council’s leader has called for an end to Essex County Council’s influence to remove “outdated attitudes and structures” and boost the town by £160million. Gavin Callaghan, Labour leader, is demanding the borough becomes a unitary authority
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TV star Ashley Banjo joins south Essex students at Cliffs Pavilion graduation
More than 260 students celebrated their higher education achievements alongside reality star Ashley Banjo at a graduation ceremony at the Cliffs Pavilion. The students from South Essex Colleges’ University Centre were awarded their diplomas during
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Slice of £3million funding to help build new eco-homes near A127 in Southend
A SLICE of £3million in funding to build much-needed new properties will be spent on Southend Council’s plan to construct eco-homes near the A127. The Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government has announced the council will receive £470,000
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Family's 'lives saved' by smoke alarm as they fled kitchen blaze in south Essex
Firefighters are highlighting the importance of having working smoke alarms at home after a family's "lives were saved" by theirs in Rayleigh yesterday. The family heard smoke alarms going off and quickly left their home in Weir Gardens while
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Pensioners affected by winter fuel payment cut targeted in loft insulation scam
A consumer choice group has warned elderly homeowners who may be impacted by the winter fuel payment cut of a new scam targeting them. Which? has claimed that fraudsters are claiming to be from fake companies like UK Energy Hub and UK Eco Home
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How to claim compensation from the council for pothole damage to your car
Driving around the UK can be a treacherous task for motorists with potholes being a common sight on roads across the country. The number of potholes on British roads has surged in recent years, seeing the number of callouts for stranded drivers
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Cadbury 'ruins' Christmas with major change to traditional chocolate treat
Chocolate fans might be disappointed this year as Cadbury’s traditional chocolate Santa Selection box has changed. The brand has switched out one of the chocolate bars in the box, meaning those who favour it could be left disappointed, especially
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Only 1 in 5 UK motorists paid compensation for pothole damage to their cars
New research has suggested that fewer than one in five compensation claims for damage to vehicles caused by potholes are successful. Motoring firm Halfords said potholes are now a “huge issue” across the country, with its research showing that
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Which?'s best and worst energy companies for green credentials revealed
Octopus Energy, Ecotricity and Good Energy have come top in the latest Which? annual rankings of energy firm green credentials, while E and Outfox the Market finished bottom. The top three earned the Which? Eco Provider endorsement and scored full
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Calls to raise tax on petrol and diesel cars in bid to reduce electric car costs
Ministers have been urged to consider raising taxes petrol and diesel cars so that they can reduce the “premium” associated with electric vehicle purchases. A report by the Resolution Foundation recommended that this action is taken if “concerns
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Olly Murs leads tributes to Liam Payne following 'devastating' death
Tributes have been pouring in after it was revealed One Direction star Liam Payne has died at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. Liam was one of five One Direction members, along with Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson,
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The genius water bowl hack that cleans an entire oven in just 20 minutes
It's one of the most dreaded tasks we have to do - cleaning the oven. The task itself can be difficult and all comes down to a number of factors. How long you leave it (or what you've cooked inside). It can either take forever - done well - or
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Ex-One Direction star Liam Payne's last social media post hours before his death
Just hours before his death at a hotel in Buenos Aires, former One Direction band member Liam Payne was posting on social media. Local police said the 31-year-old fell from the third floor into the courtyard of the Casa Sur Hotel in the Palermo
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Seafront fish and chip shop is only Essex eatery shortlisted for national award
A seafront fish and chip shop says it is "unbelievable" after being shortlisted for the National Takeaway of the Year title. The Hook of Clacton, in Clacton's Marine Parade West, has been shortlisted for the National Fish and Chip Awards 2025 alongside
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Indian restaurant in Essex is named among top curry restaurants in the UK
AN Indian restaurant has been named one of the best in the UK at the prestigious Curry Life Awards 2024. Rim Jhim Spice, in Colchester, was hailed at the annual event held at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square in Mayfair on Sunday (October
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Veteran 'stuck' in Essex hospital as care homes unable to take him in
A Colchester army veteran has been stuck in hospital for almost two months after care homes said they cannot take him in. Michael Dowland, 72, served in the British Army for more than 40 years as a Warrant Officer and has been honoured for his
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Emergency services rescue woman trapped in car after crash on major south Essex road
A woman was rescued after being trapped in her car after a three-vehicle crash on the A13 this morning. Emergency services were called to the major road near Grays following a report of a vehicle fire on the London-bound carriageway. The
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'Best in the area' - Sadness as owners to step down at Chinese restaurant in Southend
A much-loved Southend restaurant has been hailed as the "best in the area" as sad customers react to the owners stepping down. The Pearl Dragon, on Eastern Esplanade, first opened its doors back in 1978 and has been run by the Yeung family ever
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Photos show lightning in skies after unexpected thunderstorm hit south Essex
Lightning and heavy rain hit south Essex last night with trains left unable to run during an unexpected thunderstorm. Residents were surprised to see torrential rain and lightning in the skies yesterday evening after 7pm, with no weather warning
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Trains across South Essex cancelled after signalling system damaged
Damaged signals are causing disruptions across train services in South Essex. C2c has informed travellers to expect cancellations to services on all routes today after lightning damaged the signalling system at Shoeburyness last night. In
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Fire on major South Essex road causes disruption in the morning
A vehicle fire is causing delays on a main road near Grays this morning. One lane has been closed on the A13 London-bound following reports of a vehicle on fire. The incident is located between the A1012 Grays Turn Off and the A126 Lakeside
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South Essex major road partially blocked after two-vehicle crash
A major road in South Essex has been partially blocked following a crash in the early morning. The A13 is experiencing slow traffic after an incident on the Stanford le Hope Bypass on the London-bound carriageway. According to AA’s traffic
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Be spellbound by magical garden Rose 'Abracadabra'
With its lightly scented blooms, gardeners will be spellbound by Rose ‘'Abracadabra'. Providing magical and varied blooms, the delight comes from the fact you never quite know what to expect! A delightful bush rose with blooms that erupt
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5 pets at RSPCA Essex who are searching for their forever homes
Numerous pets from around Essex are looking for their forever homes - could you help them out? Whether you want to adopt a dog, cat, rabbit, guinea pig or hamster, someone always wants to find a new owner. There are several RSPCA branches in
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'Uncontrolled' mice and rat infestation forces Westcliff grocery shop to close
A “significant” and “uncontrolled” rodent infestation has forced a grocery shop to close until the issue is resolved. Westcliff’s Bangla Bazaar shop, on London Road, has been hit with an immediate closure notice after an inspection by Southend
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Team behind south Essex garden centre restaurant 'immensely proud' to scoop top award
A UNIQUE restaurant at the heart of a family-run garden centre is celebrating being ranked among the best worldwide following its successful first year. Meadow Croft Kitchen, based at the Battlesbridge garden centre of the same name, has been honoured
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Historic south Essex hotel opening delayed...but new restaurant to launch in weeks
THE re-opening of a historic 13th century hotel has been delayed until the New Year but owners are confident a huge banqueting hall and new restaurant will open within weeks. The Chichester Hotel - close to the A130 on the border of Rayleigh and
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Newly re-opened Westcliff venue 'booked into next year' as host of events planned
BOSSES at a newly re-opened Westcliff venue are looking ahead to a busy future after organising a host of events - including a weekly LGBTQ+ night. “The Venue” re-opened last month under the management of Annie Bush, who runs the neighbouring Cricketers
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New independent bakery on Southend High Street proves a hit after opening
BOSSES at Southend’s newest bakery are loving life in the High Street after customers queued out the door on their opening day. Staff at Wilma’s Bakery, which has already proved a hit in Rayleigh and Leigh, have been rushed off their feet since
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£80million cash pot set up as Basildon Council set to buy hundreds of new homes
A HUGE £80million pot of cash is being set up by Basildon Council to purchase hundreds of new homes to help families and residents in need. Hundreds of vulnerable families in the borough are currently living in temporary accommodation and Basildon
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Police link Southend violence to 'small groups' of crooks embroiled in turf wars
VIOLENT scenes plaguing the streets of Southend are linked to “small groups” of knife-wielding criminals embroiled in turf wars linked to drugs, the city’s top cop has admitted. Southend’s new district commander, Chief Insp Dave Browning, has
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New Italian restaurant opens alongside south Essex pub after £40k overhaul
A BUSINESSMAN is hoping to create “the number one Italian restaurant in Essex” after investing £40,000 into a revamp. Steve Haslam, who runs the White Horse pub, in Heath Road, Billericay, has opened the doors to Urban Italia after transforming
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'We know who you are' - Knife-wielding criminals in Southend warned by police boss
ARMED thugs fighting with knives on the streets of Southend have been put on notice as the city’s top police officer sent the message - “we know who you are and will bust down doors to find you”. After a series of violent incidents sent shockwaves
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National League club announce new manager
GATESHEAD have announced Carl Magnay as their new manager. Magnay has previously played and coached at the National League club. But he has now been named manager after Rob Elliot opted to move on to take charge of Crawley. READ MORE