ESSEX Pirates suffered a narrow 75-70 defeat against Worcester Wolves at the Southend Leisure and Tennis Centre this evening. Pirates led 29-28 at the half-time interval but were overcome in the final two periods. The game began slowly
WEAKNESSES in both penalty areas were what contributed towards Southend United’s 1-1 draw with Tranmere Rovers this afternoon - according to Blues boss Steve Tilson. He was disappointed to see his side again concede from another set piece
SOUTHEND Rugby Club triumphed 30-20 at Richmond this afternoon. Full-back Simon Hoult scored two tries while winger Mark Billings also touched down. Andrew Frost successfully converted all three tries and kicked another three penalties
THERE are no signs of Grays Athletic's Blue Square Premier relegation woes easing following their 2-0 home defeat by Salisbury City. In Blue Square South, Thurrock missed out on a chance of stepping-up their play-off bid when they were held 0-0 at Ship
SOUTHEND United paid the price again at Roots Hall this afternoon. But it had nothing to do with HMRC or the players wages and instead focused on the Shrimpers' ongoing difficulties in dealing with set pieces. A Scott Vernon penalty
NEWBORN babies will be cosier than ever, thanks to the handiwork of a mum who knows the trials and tribulations parents can face. Carolyn Davies, 49, is busy knitting blankets for babies born at Basildon Hospital. She has already completed five for
A TORY MP has said plans to build 300 homes in Hawkwell is like trying to “cram a quart into a pint pot”. Rayleigh MP Mark Francois has written to the chief executive of the Planning Inspectorate to list his objection to the proposals from
A first-half strike from Harry Crawford secured a 1-0 victory for Southend United's youth team over Barnet this morning. More to follow.
AN adventurous teenager asked for a rather different present for her 16th birthday – a skydive. Tamsin Shrimplin wants to raise money for children affected by the Haiti earthquake, after being moved by their plight. Tamsin, of Bull Lane
A FAMILY have launched a campaign to modernise the veterinary complaints procedure after the unexpected death of their beloved pet. Sarah Deadman, 37, rushed her three-year-old great dane, Ted, to a vets and 12 hours later he was dead – and his heartbroken
A NEW programme has been keeping over 55s in good health. Hour-long sessions have been organised by Southend United Community and Educational Trust as part of the Blues Fit for Life Programme. Sessions cost £1 and have been running for the past five
DOG walkers and residents are celebrating after winning a three-year fight to reopen a well-used Basildon footpath. An independent planning inspector has now upheld Essex County Council’s decision to officially recognise the path, which runs
YOBS set fire to a bin outside a sports club. The thugs started the fire at about 8.45pm on Friday outside Eddies sports club in Radford Way, Billericay. Fire crews put out the blaze before it spread and minimal damage was caused. *Full story in Monday's
COMMUNICATION problems hampered gritting efforts during two periods of heavy snow, Essex County Council has admitted. An evaluation report also revealed at least £250,000 is needed to deal with potholes and other road defects, the result of snow which
SOUTHEND mayor Brian Smith paid tribute to the local Women’s Royal Voluntary Service Meals on Wheels service at its Southend headquarters. The mayor, and his wife Lyn, visited the base at Temple Farm Industrial Estate, where more than 6,000 meals are
FUNDING for police community support officers has been slashed by Essex County Council. The council announced it is cutting funding for PCSOs from £250,000 to £100,000 in the 2010/11 budget. Police say the reduction in cash, used to fund and match-fund
SOUTHEND United fans are concerned the latest uncertainties over the club’s finances have hit the performance of the team and could affect plans for a new stadium. The club were in the High Court again this week, facing another winding up order
FOR an abused child, the prospect of being taken into care by social services can be as terrifying as staying put. But two brothers who have been through the care system prove there can be good times ahead, as well as a prosperous future.
ESSEX Fire Authority members have approved a 2.7 per cent rise in the amount people pay towards the service in their council tax. The service sets its own precept, alongside Essex Police and parish councils, which is then added to Essex County Council
