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Professional footballer charged after £600,000 of cannabis seized at Essex airport
PROFESSIONAL footballer Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has been charged in connection with an attempt to smuggle £600,000 of cannabis through Stansted Airport. The 33-year-old striker, who currently plays for Scottish Championship side Greenock Morton, was
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Person taken to hospital following 'serious' crash in Shoebury road
Ambulance crews have taken a person to hospital following a crash in North Shoebury Road that saw a large emergency service response. The crash happened at 6.26pm with two ambulances and an ambulance officer vehicle sent to the scene near the
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Shrimpers youngsters held at home by Welling United
SOUTHEND United’s youth team coach Danny Heath was pleased to see the squad implementing some of their learnings from the training ground as his side fought back to draw 1-1 with Welling United on Wednesday afternoon. Blues trailed at half-time
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Man to stand trial after denying owning XL bully dogs which killed gran in Essex
A MAN accused of owning two XL bully dogs which mauled a Clacton pensioner to death will stand trial after he denied all the charges against him. Ashley Warren, 40, appeared at Chelmsford Crown Court on Thursday to deny two charges of owning a
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Developer issues update over plan for new 'Asda' at former south Essex Co-op
A developer says it is continuing discussions with an Essex council on plans to redevelop a former supermarket site. Heriot UK bosses hope to submit official proposals, expected to be an Asda store and flats, for the former Co-Op store off Golden
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Essex Police officer hit with warning after 'failing to investigate case correctly'
A POLICE officer has been given an official warning after being found guilty of failing to investigate a case correctly. An investigation by Essex Police’s professional standards department found PC Thomas Lee had committed misconduct after he
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Firefighters issue update on huge Basildon fire after six days tackling blaze
Firefighters tackling a massive blaze at a Basildon recycling plant are making "steady progress" but expect efforts to continue for "at least" four more days. The fire in the TLM Environmental Recycling Centre in Hovefields Avenue, Basildon, broke
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South Essex road partially closed due to 'burst water main' leading into property
A road in Benfleet has faced an "emergency closure" due to a burst water main leading into someone's property. Clifton Avenue in Benfleet had a lane closed last night due to a burst water main - with Essex and Suffolk Water carrying out roadworks
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Every London Underground station and line closed this weekend - full list
With the weekend upon us, it's time to check what planned TfL closures are taking place from Friday to Sunday. As with most weekends, some stations will be closed or partly closed for TfL to carry out essential work. We've broken down a list
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Dramatic pictures show burnt-out van on A127 after fire on major south Essex road
Pictures show a burnt-out van on a major south Essex road after it caught alight overnight. A video circulating on social media shows a vehicle engulfed in flames on the side of the A127, near the M25 turn off. Wow - Inside the burnt-out van
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Multiple ambulances and police seen at scene of 'serious' crash in Shoebury
Multiple ambulances and police cars were seen responding to a serious "crash" in Shoebury last night. The crash, around 7pm on North Shoebury Road, near the Parsons Corner Roundabout saw multiple ambulances and police cars block the road until
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You could win a £2m luxury Devon home with new Omaze Million Pound House Draw
Omaze has revealed the latest property up for grabs as part of the organisation's monthly Million Pound House Draw. Tickets for the stunning property will raise money for Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - which helps anyone who is struggling
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Police issue update after 'man seen running with machete' in Southend
Essex Police have issued an update after a "man was seen running with a machete" in Southend. A large number of officers rushed to Southchurch Road, in Southend, after reports of a "man being seen with a weapon". The force says the incident
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DWP reveals another Winter Fuel Payment change for those on Universal Credit
Another big change to Winter Fuel Payments has been revealed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). The latest change to the £300 cost of living boost comes after it was announced in July that almost 10 million people who previously qualified
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'It was a dream come true' - Stacey Solomon quits job to spend time with family
Sort Your Life Out star Stacey Solomon has shared an emotional announcement with her fans as she revealed she is stepping back from one of her much-loved roles. Sharing the news on her Instagram stories, the Loose Women favourite said she has shot
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Spring flowering bulb collection will bring months of dazzling colour to the garden
As well as providing months of dazzling colour, which returns every year, the Complete Spring Flowering Bulb Collection is available at half price via You Garden. You can transform your garden with months of glorious colour year after year
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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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New bar and restaurant opens in south Essex High Street after empty shop transformed
A ONCE dilapidated shop on Billericay High Street has been transformed into a vibrant new “lounge” – combining elements of a coffee shop, pub and restaurant. Maggio Lounge has opened in the site of the former M and Co, next to WH Smith and opposite
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'I am defending women' - Southend Labour councillor slammed over 'transphobic' tweet
A SOUTHEND councillor has insisted he will always “defend women’s rights” after being accused of transphobia and reported to the Labour Party. Sophie Molly, 38, who identifies as a trans woman and uses she/her pronouns, has lodged a complaint against
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Leigh Town Council to oppose development on Salvation Army farmland in Hadleigh
CONTROVERSIAL proposals to build homes on Salvation Army farmland will be opposed by Leigh Town Council after a unanimous vote at a heated meeting. Dozens of furious residents living in both Leigh and Hadleigh gathered at the Leigh Community Centre
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'Happy and welcoming' south Essex school over the moon with Ofsted inspection
A Wickford school, which has been hailed as a "happy and welcoming" place, has been praised by Ofsted. Oakfield Primary School on Scott Drive, Wickford, was given the "good" rating in all areas following an inspection on July 16. The report
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Two in five Southend children 'failing to meet standards' in core school subjects
TWO in five children in Southend are failing to meet expected standards in reading, writing and maths, sparking concerns that issues with attendance are impacting pupils’ education. Data from the Department for Education has revealed that only
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Free bulky waste collections to tackle rubbish on Basildon estates - here's when
FREE bulky waste collections are returning to Basildon in a bid to give residents another chance to discard unwanted fridges, washing machines and prevent mounds of rubbish piling up in the borough. “The Crunch” mobile waste collections will return
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Popular Turkish restaurant set to re-open with new name in south Essex High Street
A POPULAR Turkish restaurant that shut its doors more than two months ago is preparing to re-open after undergoing a full revamp. Bosses at the former Riva Meze Bar, on Rayleigh High Street, closed the restaurant on July 12 and have now revealed
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Delfouneso 'proud' to lead AFC Fylde to win against the Shrimpers
NATHAN Delfouneso was proud to help guide AFC Fylde back to winning ways against Southend United. Delfouneso was named caretaker boss of the Coasters following Chris Beech’s dismissal on Sunday. And he was delighted to get underway with a 2
