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Crackdown - Basildon town centre and (inset) an e-scooter stopped

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Big clampdown on 'dangerous and nuisance' e-scooters planned in south Essex town

Chelmsford prison

Chelmsford prison

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Man arrested over Southend incident died three days after being remanded in prison

Jailed - Emiliano Krosi from Southend

Jailed - Emiliano Krosi from Southend

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Southend crook jailed for 11 years after stealing £1.1milliion in burglary spree

Open - McDonalds in Pitsea Retail Park underwent revamp

Open - McDonalds in Pitsea Retail Park underwent revamp

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South Essex McDonalds reopens today after 'new technology' added in revamp

Truck fire - The A127 has been closed after a truck fire

Truck fire - The A127 has been closed after a truck fire

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Major delays after lorry bursts into flames on A127

Medical emergency - An air ambulance was spotted in Warrior Square in Southend this morning

Medical emergency - An air ambulance was spotted in Warrior Square in Southend this morning

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Air ambulance attends 'medical emergency' as woman taken to Southend Hospital

Investigation launched - Police are investigating the vandalism at the church

Investigation launched - Police are investigating the vandalism at the church

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Police launch fresh appeal after historic south Essex church vandalised by yobs

News

Live updates as long queues of traffic form as lorry fire on A127

Live updates as long queues of traffic form as lorry fire on A127

Live updates as long queues of traffic form after lorry fire on A127

Poisoned again - Sarah said her dog, Bear, had been poisoned again at Kismet Park

Poisoned again - Sarah said her dog, Bear, had been poisoned again at Kismet Park

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Pet dog rushed to vets after 'eating rat poison' while on walk in south Essex park

Can you help any of these Essex RSPCA pets find a home?

Can you help any of these Essex RSPCA pets find a home?

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5 pets at RSPCA Essex who are looking for loving new homes

Truck blaze - A lorry fire had closed the A127

Truck blaze - A lorry fire had closed the A127

WATCH: Pictures and video show huge plumes of smoke after lorry fire on A127

Administration - Homebase went into administration on November 13

Administration - Homebase went into administration on November 13

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Future of Homebase stores in south Essex in doubt after administration

The singer-songwriter, 79, has previously picked up a shovel to fill the crevasses along his damaged road in Essex.

The singer-songwriter, 79, has previously picked up a shovel to fill the crevasses along his damaged road in Essex.

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Sir Rod Stewart may have to sell sports cars due to potholes near Essex home

Amazing - The Music Man Project has been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service for 2024

Amazing - The Music Man Project has been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service for 2024

'I am so proud' - Southend's Music Man Project receives honour from the King

Here to stay - French Martini

Here to stay - French Martini

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Nightclub bosses reveal major revamp plans for south Essex High Street venue

Lake - Mass fish deaths in Southchurch Lake East

Lake - Mass fish deaths in Southchurch Lake East

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Saltwater seeping into Southend lake caused deaths of 'hundreds' of eels and carp

Leigh-on-Sea gym owner Matthew Rattenbury is on trial at Basildon Crown Court, accused of sexually assaulting an underage girl. He denies the charge and says he was giving the girl a massage

Leigh-on-Sea gym owner Matthew Rattenbury is on trial at Basildon Crown Court, accused of sexually assaulting an underage girl. He denies the charge and says he was giving the girl a massage

Basildon Crown Court

Jury shown videos of alleged child sex assault as Leigh gym owner stands trial

Closed - Belfairs Swim Centre in Leigh

Closed - Belfairs Swim Centre in Leigh

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Bosses provide update as swimming pool closed for 'emergency work' in Leigh

At Risk - Southchurch Hall

At Risk - Southchurch Hall

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Southend museum dating back to the 14th century named on 'heritage at risk' list

Shuttered - Railway Hotel

Shuttered - Railway Hotel

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Southend's Railway Hotel getting 'a lot of interest' from potential landlords

The DWP announced the huge boost to Universal Credit earlier this week

The DWP announced the huge boost to Universal Credit earlier this week

Universal Credit

DWP announces £15 million Universal Credit boost to help 'support' people

Molly says spending eight hours a day dealing with customers and scrolling through social media made her feel 'constantly overwhelmed and stressed'.

Molly says spending eight hours a day dealing with customers and scrolling through social media made her feel 'constantly overwhelmed and stressed'.

Mum says locking away iPhone and using Nokia helps banish stress acne

Homebase survives administration following rescue deal saving up to 1,600 jobs

Homebase survives administration following rescue deal saving up to 1,600 jobs

Homebase bought out of administration saving up to 1,600 jobs

Quality Street, Heroes, Celebrations and Roses tubs will be £2 at Morrisons for More Card customers for a limited time

Quality Street, Heroes, Celebrations and Roses tubs will be £2 at Morrisons for More Card customers for a limited time

Morrisons selling Heroes, Roses and Celebrations tubs for £2 (there's a catch)

Sam Thompson, Joel Dommett and Kemi Roger will present I'm A Celebrity...Unpacked

Sam Thompson, Joel Dommett and Kemi Roger will present I'm A Celebrity...Unpacked

I'm a Celebrity

How to watch I'm A Celebrity spin-off show as it returns for 2024 series

The BBC's popular soap Doctors has aired its final episode after airing for more than 24 years.

The BBC's popular soap Doctors has aired its final episode after airing for more than 24 years.

BBC soap Doctors ends after 24 years on air as crew express 'sorrow and joy'

Solicitor Alan Simpson, who launched Alan Simpson and Co in Rayleigh, has retired

Solicitor Alan Simpson, who launched Alan Simpson and Co in Rayleigh, has retired

Solicitor who served with 'professionalism and integrity" retires after four decades

Have you seen the unique detail on each of these free Lush bear-shaped bath bombs?

Have you seen the unique detail on each of these free Lush bear-shaped bath bombs?

Find out how you can claim a free bath bomb at Lush this week (but be quick)

Special - Melissa Archer and her husband Michael visit Highlands Surgery with baby Olivia to thank the staff

Special - Melissa Archer and her husband Michael visit Highlands Surgery with baby Olivia to thank the staff

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Couple who welcomed baby girl in Leigh GP surgery car park return to thank staff

Exciting - Slim Chickens is set to open in less than two weeks

Exciting - Slim Chickens is set to open in less than two weeks

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REVEALED: Opening date for new restaurant coming to Basildon's Festival Leisure

Charity - Southend United launch campaign to support Havens hospices

Charity - Southend United launch campaign to support Havens hospices

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Southend United launch campaign to support Havens hospices this Christmas

Sport

Sent off - Kevin Maher was sent to the stands on Saturday

Southend United FC

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Shrimpers boss Maher responds to FA misconduct charge

Back in action - Southend United head to Altrincham this weekend

Back in action - Southend United head to Altrincham this weekend

Southend United FC

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All the updates from Blues' pre-match press conference

Proud - Gus Scott-Morriss will make his 100th appearance for Southend United this weekend

Proud - Gus Scott-Morriss will make his 100th appearance for Southend United this weekend

Southend United FC

Shrimpers star Scott-Morriss proud to be clocking up century

Busy weekend - for our local sides

Busy weekend - for our local sides

A look at this weekend's non-league matches

Player of the month - White Ensign skipper Nathan Wilson

Player of the month - White Ensign skipper Nathan Wilson

White Ensign skipper Nathan targets more joy after winning Echo award

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National Sport

Lee Carsley was proud of how his side completed the job against Greece (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Lee Carsley was proud of how his side completed the job against Greece (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Lee Carsley proud of England’s control in crucial Nations League win over Greece

Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson (centre) has warned the Republic of Ireland they will need to be better if they are to qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals (Brian Lawless/PA)

Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson (centre) has warned the Republic of Ireland they will need to be better if they are to qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals (Brian Lawless/PA)

Heimir Hallgrimsson says Ireland must improve to qualify for 2026 World Cup

Luke Littler fought back to book his place in the last eight (Zac Goodwin/PA)

Luke Littler fought back to book his place in the last eight (Zac Goodwin/PA)

Luke Littler fights back to edge out Mike De Decker at Grand Slam of Darts

Saqib Mahmood claimed three for 17 (Ricardo Mazalan/AP)

Saqib Mahmood claimed three for 17 (Ricardo Mazalan/AP)

Saqib Mahmood and Jamie Overton shine as England set 146 to win Windies series

Harry Wilson has become Wales’ talisman since the retirement of Gareth Bale (Tim Goode/PA)

Harry Wilson has become Wales’ talisman since the retirement of Gareth Bale (Tim Goode/PA)

Joe Allen not surprised by Wales team-mate Harry Wilson’s rise

Evan Ferguson (centre left) celebrates the winner (Brian Lawless/PA)

Evan Ferguson (centre left) celebrates the winner (Brian Lawless/PA)

Evan Ferguson strike gives Ireland victory over Finland

Curtis Jones (left) scored a brilliant third for England (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Curtis Jones (left) scored a brilliant third for England (Bradley Collyer/PA)

England on course for top tier as fantastic Curtis Jones goal caps Greece win

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Blues

Sent off - Kevin Maher was sent to the stands on Saturday

Sent off - Kevin Maher was sent to the stands on Saturday

Southend United FC

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Shrimpers boss Maher responds to FA misconduct charge

Back in action - Southend United head to Altrincham this weekend

Back in action - Southend United head to Altrincham this weekend

Southend United FC

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All the updates from Blues' pre-match press conference

Proud - Gus Scott-Morriss will make his 100th appearance for Southend United this weekend

Proud - Gus Scott-Morriss will make his 100th appearance for Southend United this weekend

Southend United FC

Shrimpers star Scott-Morriss proud to be clocking up century

National News

British actress Lucy Boynton has turned on the Bond Street Christmas lights in a festive event

British actress Lucy Boynton has turned on the Bond Street Christmas lights in a festive event

Bohemian Rhapsody star Lucy Boynton switches on Bond Street Christmas lights

Rachel Reeves has delivered her first Mansion House speech as Chancellor (Isabel Infantes/PA)

Rachel Reeves has delivered her first Mansion House speech as Chancellor (Isabel Infantes/PA)

Pension ‘megafunds’ will boost growth and reward British savers – Reeves

Right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones was sued by survivors of a school shooting (David J Phillip/AP)

Right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones was sued by survivors of a school shooting (David J Phillip/AP)

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Satirical publication The Onion named winning bidder for Alex Jones’ Infowars

Shel Talmy, producer for The Who and The Kinks (Talmy Enterprises)

Shel Talmy, producer for The Who and The Kinks (Talmy Enterprises)

Shel Talmy, producer for The Who and The Kinks, dies aged 87

Two pedestrians were involved in the collision (Alamy/PA)

Two pedestrians were involved in the collision (Alamy/PA)

Woman, 74, in life-threatening condition after collision with prison vehicle

Robert F Kennedy Jr (Morry Gash/AP)

Robert F Kennedy Jr (Morry Gash/AP)

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Trump chooses anti-vaccine activist Robert F Kennedy Jr as health secretary

The Pentagon and the surrounding area in Washington (Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP)

The Pentagon and the surrounding area in Washington (Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP)

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Pentagon UFO report includes hundreds of new incidents but no evidence of aliens

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