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The final say: Hard-fought win perfect way to mark Maher's double milestone
JOSH Walker scored the only goal of the game to secure Southend United a 1-0 win at Rochdale on Saturday. And, in many ways, it was a fitting way for Shrimpers boss Kevin Maher to celebrate two big landmarks. The hard-fought victory was Maher
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Rochdale boss fumes at timing of Shrimpers' winning goal
ROCHDALE boss Jimmy McNulty was angry with the timing of Southend United’s winner on Saturday. Josh Walker bagged the only goal of the game for the Shrimpers on the stroke of half-time. But McNulty was unhappy play was allowed to continue beyond
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Shrimpers fans have their say on victory at Rochdale
SOUTHEND United fans have their say on Saturday's 1-0 win at Rochdale. Kev got it spot on today, for all the criticism he’s faced, let the praise be as loud as the complaints. George Wind is the perfect replacement for Gus if he goes in January
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A round up of this weekend's rugby action
SOUTHEND Saxons suffered a 26-20 defeat against table-topping Letchworth Garden City at Warners Bridge. Southend have now suffered four setbacks in succession and sit eighth in Regional One South East. In Regional Two Anglia, Westcliff stayed
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'He was outstanding' - Blues boss Maher heaps praise on defender
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher was full of praise for Harry Taylor following the defender’s impressive display at Rochdale. Taylor’s fine performance on the right hand of Blues’ back three helped to secure a hard-fought 1-0 win. And Maher
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Sainsbury’s introduces big self-service change for shoppers in latest trial
Sainsbury’s has announced it’s making a big change to checkouts as part of a new trial at some supermarkets across the UK. The grocer is testing "hybrid checkouts” at a handful of stores, where a scanner has been placed on a normal checkout, providing
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Sort Your Life Out star Mr Carrington shares 10 'savvy' (and easy) storage tips
Struggling with storage in your home for you and your family and can’t think of any solutions? You’re not alone. More and more people are living in smaller spaces, with flats and micro-apartments gaining in popularity. As Brits seek simple
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Innovative 'mushrooms' trial to filter sewage out of water in Southend
AN INNOVATIVE new scheme could improve Southend’s water quality - thanks to the use of mushrooms. Southend Council is set to be first local authority in the UK to trial the use of mycelium - a type of fungus - in a bid to filter sewage out of water
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Community in 'complete shock' after death of woman seriously injured in Benfleet
A WOMAN has tragically died after being found with serious injuries in Benfleet. Emergency services, including armed police and paramedics, flooded Kale Road shortly after 3pm on Thursday after being called to reports of a woman found with serious
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Teenager from south Essex charged with murder in investigation into man's death
A TEENAGER from Langdon Hills has been charged with murder in connection with the death of a man. The charges come as part of the investigation into the death of Kieran Shepherd in Meadgate Avenue, Chelmsford, at about 12.30pm on Tuesday. Zack
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Flight from Southend Airport forced to make emergency diversion after 'bird strike'
A FLIGHT from Southend Airport to Malaga was forced to make an emergency diversion after hitting a bird after take-off. The easyJet flight had taken off on Saturday morning when it was struck by a bird, before being diverted to London Gatwick
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Shrimpers boss Maher gives his verdict on Wind's first start
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher was delighted with how well George Wind performed in his first start for the Shrimpers. Wind produced a fine performance at right wing-back to help Blues bag a 1-0 win at Rochdale. And Maher was impressed with
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Budget airline announces new flights to Christmas market destination from Essex
A BUDGET airline is launching flights to a new Christmas market destination from Essex this festive season. Jet2 has responded to strong demand from UK holidaymakers looking to enjoy a festive getaway this winter, by expanding its network with
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Non league round up: Billericay and Bowers & Pitsea both bag wins
BOWERS & Pitsea and Billericay Town both triumphed in the Isthmian Premier Division on Saturday. Billericay moved second in the table with a 1-0 win at Dulwich Hamlet as Tom Bender scored the only goal of the game in front of a crowd of 3,085.
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'This is painful' - Strictly fans make complaints just minutes into Week 5 episode
Strictly Come Dancing is now into the fifth week of its 2024 series, but some fans had similar complaints just minutes into its newest episode. The show opens with the judges being announced where they take a seat behind their desks, before the
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See the leaderboard for Strictly Come Dancing 2024 week 5 as judges issue scores
Strictly Come Dancing has entered its fifth week for its 2024 series, which means the competition is beginning to heat up. This week's musical selections included She’s Always A Woman To Me by Billy Joel, Dog Days Are Over by Florence + The Machine
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Strictly Come Dancing 2024 week 5 exit leak leaves 'shocked' fans saying 'wow'
Strictly Come Dancing fans have said they were “shocked” and “did not see one of those [contestants] coming at all” in the bottom two, as week five results have been leaked online. Newsquest will not reveal the details of which two celebrities
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Sir Chris Hoy says he has 'two to four' years left to live as cancer is terminal
Sir Chris Hoy, one of Britain’s greatest cyclists and Olympians, has announced his cancer is terminal and that doctors have said he has "two to four" years left to live. Sir Chris, who was given a diagnosis last year, said in an interview with
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All Storm Ashley weather warnings mapped as UK to be hit with 80mph winds today
Yellow and amber weather warnings for wind and rain have come into place as parts of the UK are set to be hit by Storm Ashley today (October 20). Heavy rain and 80mph winds are predicted in areas, with the first named storm of the season “likely
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Step back in time: 1926 cottage in Leigh hits the market for £1million
A three-bedroom detached cottage with "stunning" sea views and offering a unique blend of history and modern comforts is up for sale in Leigh. This "true gem", listed by Home Estate Agents, is priced at £1,050,000 and offers "unparalleled privacy
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Meet the Basildon barber who ditched the city to cut hair full-time in his flat
A BARBER who ditched his job in the city to pursue his passion for hairdressing has gone from success to success after taking the leap. Liam Leahy, better known as the Mustdash Barber, worked in London for ten years, going from finance job to
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New robots replace decade-old system at Basildon Hospital pharmacy store
Two advanced robot medication dispensers have been installed in Basildon Hospital's pharmacy store. The state-of-the-art robots replace a decade-old system and promise to deliver medicines much faster. The smart devices are capable of storing
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Basildon's Dogs Trust: Six dogs looking for a forever home this month
These six perfect pooches at Basildon's Dogs Trust rehoming centre are looking for their forever homes. Odin and Nala, Siberian Husky cross and Alaskan Malamute Odin and Nala (Image: Dogs Trust) This dastardly duo are preferably looking
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From fresh seafood to great coffee: A foodie’s guide to Southend seafront
IN SOUTHEND and looking for some top-notch grub? Well, you’ve come to the right place. The city is home to an ever-growing culinary scene and the seafront is no different. We’ve compiled a collection of some of the best seafront spots - according
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All we know as American chicken chain to open its first south Essex restaurant
A POPULAR American fast-food chain is preparing to open its first south Essex restaurant in under six weeks at Basildon’s Festival Leisure Park. Slim Chickens will replace the old Firejacks restaurant at the leisure park, underneath the Sprinkles
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Mapped: All the road closures and timings as Southend's Halloween Parade returns
EXCITEMENT is building as Southend's beloved Halloween Parade will return to the city’s seafront next weekend. The event is now in its fourth year and will see local and national acts come together for a frightfully fun family evening. This