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Southend star Mason enjoying rugby career going full circle
MASON Nicholls is relishing his rugby career going full circle. The powerful second row lined up for Southend in his youth. But, having spent time away with Westcliff and Bishop’s Stortford among others, Nicholls returned to Warners Bridge
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All the stats ahead of Blues' first ever clash with Tamworth
A STATISTICAL preview of Southend United's clash with Tamworth against Roots Hall. FORM GUIDE Southend: DWWLLD READ MORE: Blues boss Maher seeking home improvements Tamworth: DWWWLL REFEREE Matthew Russell Russell
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Do pensioners pay tax? What happens when you start to receive your pension
UK employees pay tax each month with a chunk of their earnings made out to the government, but how does this differ when you become a pensioner? Whether you’re looking forward to retirement or hoping it doesn’t come around fast, you might be wondering
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Bake Off's Prue Leith dubbed 'Queen' by Gen Z as she 'slays' on TikTok
Prue Leith, one of the judges on The Great British Bake Off, has taken to the TV show’s TikTok channel to share the start of her ‘Bake Off era’. Following a summer trend on social media dubbed 'Brat summer', in a nod to Charli XCX's latest album
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Experts reveal the most popular baby name trends for 2025 and the 30 top names
Experts have predicted the top 30 baby names for 2025, based on the latest baby naming trends. Deciding on a name for your baby is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent, and many of us will be making that decision for the
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These are the 6 reasons you should never dry your clothes on a radiator
With winter fast approaching, and the weather starting to take a damp turn, many people will be finding it more and more difficult to dry their clothes outdoors. And as tempting as it may seem to avoid using the tumble dryer and instead take advantage
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What is the difference between employer and employee national insurance?
National Insurance (NI) is a tax on earnings that the vast majority of people have to pay, but do you know the difference between employer and employee National Insurance? Any person aged 16 or over who is either an employee earning more than £242
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Top tips for saving money on your commute
Most of us are back to the office at least part of the week, after several years of remote or hybrid working. And salaries have remained the same, despite the fact workers have to pay extortionate commute costs. The good news is, there are
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Snake that grows up to 2m long could live in UK homes, study says
The Aesculapian snake, which is one of Europe’s largest, growing up to about 2 metres in length, is thought to be living in homes across the UK. A study suggests the species is making itself comfortable in attics and wall cavaties of UK homes,
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EU tourist hotspot plans to charge Brits extra surcharge to enter some attractions
Brits could face extra charges to visit tourist attractions in a popular European city. Anyone who is from countries that are outside the European Union (EU) could have to pay fees to enter some attractions in Paris, including those who are from
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Tonight’s £63m EuroMillions winning numbers drawn - are you a winner?
Tonight’s National Lottery EuroMillions winning numbers are: 04, 17, 20, 25, 45. The Lucky Stars are: 08, 09. Tonight’s estimated jackpot is £63 million. Millionaire Maker Selection – 10 UK millionaire have been created: TGDT67771
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Look inside Halloween fun park in south Essex with dodgems and 'hotel of terror'
A NEW Halloween fun park with a big wheel, dodgems and a "hotel of terror" fun house has opened today. The fun park opened was unveiled today at The Destination, located by The Quay at Lakeside Shopping centre. Classic ride - the big wheel (Image
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Thousands affected by state pension changes in south Essex to protest at Westminster
THOUSANDS of women fighting for compensation after devastating changes to state pensions are set to protest at Westminster. Women from across south Essex, who are part of the Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) group, are gearing up
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Lakeside gridlocked with 'severe delays' on M25 after multi-vehicle crash
LAKESIDE is "gridlocked" while drivers face "severe delays" on the M25 this evening rush hour after a multi-vehicle crash. Three lanes were closed on the M25 clockwise earlier this afternoon after the crash involving multiple vehicles on junction
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Popular Essex fireworks show cancelled after prepping for 'big return'
A popular fireworks display in Essex has been cancelled, organisers have confirmed. Colchester Rugby Club has hosted its annual fireworks display ahead of Bonfire Night, at its grounds in Raven Park, Cuckoo Farm Way, on November 3. Legal
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Skipper Ben certain Rochford 'at the start of something special'
BEN Thomas is confident Rochford Hundred are at the start of something special. Hundred, who host Harlow in Regional Two Anglia tomorrow, are now under the guidance of newly appointed director of rugby Kevin Harman. And Thomas, who skippers
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Westcliff ready for top of the table clash with Brentwood
WESTCLIFF face a top of the table clash with Brentwood tomorrow. The two unbeaten teams go head to head at the Gables. And Greg Bannister, who is starting at centre, cannot wait for the Regional Two Anglia contest. “They are also unbeaten
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Dad left paralysed after breaking back set to make England wheelchair rugby debut
A DAD is preparing to pull on the England shirt and make his debut for the national wheelchair rugby team ten years after he broke his back and was left paralysed. Mason Billington, from Rayleigh, is overjoyed after being selected to represent
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Newlywed Southend couple who married at 85 and 89 bring joy to ITV's GMB viewers
A LOVED-up couple who married at 85 and 89 have appeared on Good Morning Britain after delighting Echo readers with their unique story. Since speaking to the Echo earlier this week, Joyce, 89, and Norman, 85, have featured in national newspapers
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Revealed: The hardest primary schools to get into across Essex
One primary school in Essex is so oversubscribed that half of parents who put it down as their first choice didn’t get a place there. As many parents prepare to submit admission applications for their children’s primary school places, official
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Long delays into south Essex after crash shuts M25 near Dartford Crossing
THREE lanes are closed on the M25 near Dartford Crossing with long delays into south Essex after a multi-vehicle crash this afternoon. The lanes are closed on the M25 clockwise at junction 1 in Dartford with delays back to junction 30 in south
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Poundland issues statement after south Essex store shut over ‘rodent activity'
Poundland have issued a statement after a south Essex store has re-opened after initially being shut over "rodent activity". The Echo received reports of Poundland, in Furtherwick Road, Canvey, being closed over "rodent activity". Bosses have
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Shrimpers still in talks about defender's future
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher remains in talks about Taylor Foran's future. Foran's initial month long loan spell from Bromley expires after this weekend's clash with Tamworth. READ MORE: Crowther aims to shine at both ends for Blues
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Vital new bus route connecting residents to Southend city centre launched
A VITAL new bus route connecting residents to Southend city centre has been hailed a "lifeline" after the area lost its service almost two years ago. Southend Council has announced a new agreement with Stephensons of Essex to provide the new service
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Popular retailer to unveil flagship store at south Essex shopping centre
A LEADING perfume retailer is set to unveil its flagship store at a south Essex shopping centre next weekend. The Fragrance Shop's newly upsized flagship store within Lakeside Shopping Centre will host its grand opening on Saturday, November 2.
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All the team news ahead of Blues' clash with Tamworth
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher is unsure if midfielder George Moncur will be fit enough to feature against Tamworth tomorrow. Moncur missed Wednesday night's 0-0 draw at Aldershot Town with a groin problem. And Maher will be making another
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Footballer accused over attempt to smuggle £600k drugs through Essex denies charge
Footballer Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has denied a charge of importing class B drugs as he appeared in court accused over an attempt to smuggle £600,000 of cannabis through Stansted Airport. The 33-year-old striker was sacked by Scottish Championship
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Huge R&B star Craig David coming to Essex for headline show
A HUGE R&B and UK garage star is coming to Colchester for an open-air concert next year. Craig David MBE will headline Lower Castle Park on August 16, 2025, for the opening date of the Colchester Castle Summer Series. During his headline
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Man tragically dies after 'medical emergency' in Basildon street
A MAN has tragically died after a medical emergency in Basildon. Emergency services blocked off the bottom of Falstones, near Great Knightleys, yesterday after being called to reports of a medical emergency shortly before 11.45am. Residents
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Shrimpers boss Maher seeking home improvements
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher is determined to make Roots Hall a tough place for opposing teams, starting with Saturday’s clash against Tamworth. The Shrimpers take on the newly promoted Lambs for the first time in their history this weekend
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Named: Basildon fraudster ordered to pay back thousands after scamming elderly
A FRAUDSTER has been ordered to repay thousands of pounds after being involved in a scam that targeted elderly and vulnerable victims. Emmanuel Scarrott, 32, formerly of Hovefields Avenue, Nevendon, was part of a fraudulent operation which scammed
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Cineworld celebrates success in Basildon despite national struggles
Cineworld Basildon, nestled in Festival Leisure Park, is celebrating a successful September with a series of achievements, highlighted by the smash-hit release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Bosses have described seeing a large influx of movie enthusiasts
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'It changed my life forever' - Strictly star opens up about 'very violent' past
Warning - this article discusses topics which some readers may find distressing. Former Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kanda has opened up about growing up "in a very violent environment" where she "witnessed and experienced a huge amount of
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Tesco, Lidl, Sainsbury's and more excluding millions from lower prices, Which? warns
Millions of people are being excluded from accessing lower prices at some of the UK’s biggest retailers due to loyalty scheme restrictions, Which? has found. The consumer expert found that while many popular loyalty schemes offer lower prices for
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Woman's beauty therapy warning as she is left with second degree burns
A finance worker who claims she suffered second degree burns when her microneedling session went wrong is warning people to research clinicians carefully before getting beauty treatments. Melia Nielsen had been visiting a clinic for months to
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Olive oil under 'lock and key' in supermarkets as prices soar to £16 a bottle
If you've been out for the weekly shop recently you may have noticed the 'extortionate' rise in olive oil prices. It's been happening steadily all year in fact. You'll be hard-pressed to find a bottle of olive oil in any store for under £5
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Sky and NOW launch brand new TV channel for dogs this Bonfire Night
Sky and NOW have teamed up with Dogs Trust to launch a new TV channel for dogs ahead of Bonfire Night. The new channel is designed to help our pets stay calm during the potentially stressful period that is fireworks night. The channel will
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Rare 50p coin in circulation selling for more than 200 times its value
The Royal Mint's rarest coin in circulation has sold for more than 200 times its face value on eBay this week. The King Charles III Atlantic Salmon 50p sparked a mini bidding war amid coin collectors on the auction site, as 16 bids were made on
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Offensive Halloween costumes that could upset people and get you in trouble
Halloween is that one date in the calendar that is - mostly - loved by all, young or old. For the kids, it's a time to dress up and go trick or treating. For the adults, it's a time to dress up and consume one too many liquid treats. Costume
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Police dog Max praised for helping sniff out suspected car thief in south Essex
A POLICE dog has been praised for helping arrest a car thief - sniffing her out after she fled police in the early hours of the morning. A stolen car piqued police officers’ attention on Wednesday morning before the driver fled the scene and then
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Appeal launched after motorcyclist dies following crash with car in Essex
An appeal has been launched after a motorcyclist has died following a crash in Essex. Emergency services were called to reports of a crash involving a car and a motorcycle in London Road, Ongar, at around 3.15pm yesterday afternoon. The road
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Hero, villain or something in-between? The life and crimes of Lord Hanningfield
The tabloids dubbed him 'Lord Fraud' after he was jailed over the expenses scandal. But was former Essex Council leader Lord Hanningfield really the villain the press painted him as? Or was his story more complicated? One morning in September
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Killer admits murder after Westcliff man fatally stabbed in street during fight
A man has pleaded guilty to the murder of a Westcliff man who died following reports of a stabbing. Kozma Papa, 22, appeared at the Old Bailey yesterday where he pleaded guilty to the murder of Bledi Petraj, 37, who was from Westcliff. Papa
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Special offer on no-fly trip to Benidorm could be cheaper than staying at home!
Picture the scene…clear skies, pleasant weather, the gentle waters of the Mediterranean on your doorstep…and if that wasn’t enough, it could be cheaper to spend almost a month in Spain than stay at home! Just Go Holidays is offering guests
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M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex taking place this weekend
A few motorway closures will impact Essex traffic this weekend, according to National Highways England. Essex's main roads including the A12 and M25 are set to be affected alongside an important section of the travel network in the Dartford Crossing
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Southend Council 'reprimanded' after data breach affected 2,000 employees
SOUTHEND Council has been reprimanded following a data breach which saw the personal details of 2,000 staff and councillors made public. Last May, the council reported itself to the Information Commissioner’s Office after the breach occurred when
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X-Factor star from Basildon sets sights on US as he auditions for American Idol
An X-Factor star from Basildon has set his sights on cracking the US after he auditioned for hit reality show American Idol. Che Chesterman, 28, who lives in Langdon Hills, has confirmed he flew to America for the show trials and is looking to
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Residents back disposable vape ban - but Southend shops fear it will shut them down
RESIDENTS have backed a Government ban on the sale of disposable vapes – but shop owners in Southend fear they will be forced to close. New legislation to ban the sale of single-use vapes from June 1 next year has been laid out in Parliament, the
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Development set to be renamed in honour of Basildon's D-Day hero Don Sheppard
A DEVELOPMENT is set to be named in honour of Basildon’s D-Day hero Don Sheppard in a lasting tribute after his death aged 104. The name, which has been approved by Basildon Council but awaits Royal Mail confirmation, will see the upcoming Broadmayne
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Council leader sets out his vision for regenerated 'capital of south Essex'
From more affordable housing to a thriving nightlife, Basildon council leader Gavin Callaghan has revealed his ambitions for a transformed town centre as he hailed Basildon the "capital of south Essex". Since it was returned to Labour control in
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Popular Wetherspoon pub in south Essex High Street reopens after £90,000 revamp
LOYAL customers are delighted as a beloved High Street pub has opened its doors following a major ten-day £90,000 renovation. The Roebuck, on Rayleigh High Street, re-opened yesterday after closing on October 14 for an overhaul of the prominent
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NHS a step closer to delivering new Southend health centre as update issued
HEALTH bosses have moved a step closer to delivering a new state-of-the-art health centre in Southend which hopes to give patients “faster and easier access” to services. The Mid and South Essex Hospital Trust has confirmed it has completed a search
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Ice cream parlour backs down in fight with Southend Council over 'inappropriate' sign
BOSSES at a seafront ice cream parlour have backed down in their fight with Southend Council over their sign after agreeing to reduce its size. Scoops 37 owners, Star Amusements, invested a whopping £600,000 in the ice cream parlour after taking
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'Game changer' - Benfleet woman with life-threatening disorder speaks of new trial
A WOMAN who spent years suffering from a life-threatening hereditary disorder has described how a clinical trial changed her life. Sian Harding, from Benfleet, who was born with hereditary angioedema, participated in a trial at Addenbrooke's Hospital