SOUTHEND United defender Harry Lennon had to come off with a head injury during the Shrimpers' 2-1 win at Stevenage tonight. The centre-back was struck by a free-kick from Sam Mantom before having to be substituted in the 26th minute of the match
SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Bond was a happy man after seeing the Shrimpers beat Stevenage tonight. Two goals from Charlie Kelman saw Blues triumph 2-1 in the first round of the Carabao Cup. And Bond felt his side were worthy winners. "This
SOUTHEND United will host MK Dons in the second round of the Carabao Cup. The Shrimpers triumphed 2-1 at Stevenage tonight for their first win in the competition since 2010. And Blues will now take on the fellow League One side at Roots Hall
CHARLIE Kelman's second half brace saw Southend United record their first League Cup win since 2010 tonight. The Shrimpers seemed set for more cup woe when Dean Parrett fires Stevenage in front in the first half at Broadhall Way. But two Kelman
BILLERICAY Town snatched a late 2-1 win over Welling United at the Steel Team Stadium. Although Jordan Parkes gave Harry Wheeler’s side the lead, Billericay missed a number of presentable opportunities before Gavin McCallum drew the visitors level
SOUTHEND United manager Kevin Bond has made three changes to his starting line-up for tonight’s Carabao Cup clash at Stevenage. Nathan Bishop has been preferred to Mark Oxley in goal while Stephen McLaughlin and Charlie Kelman have also been brought
STEVE Butterworth admits Great Wakering Rovers’ final pre-season friendly was a shambles. Wakering wrapped up their preparations for the new Isthmian North campaign, which gets underway this weekend, with a 4-3 defeat at Ashford United. But
A judge has brought a legal battle between stepsisters over a £300,000 inheritance to an end after ruling he could not be sure which of their elderly parents died first. John and Marjorie Ann Scarle were found dead from hypothermia at their bungalow
AN MP is calling for the Fortune of War junction to be straightened out in a bid to combat excessive vehicle emissions along the A127. Mark Francois, MP for Rayleigh and Wickford, has had his say on Essex County Council’s consultation over congestion
TWO brothers set fire to a gym owner’s car - and nearly his home - in an act of revenge. Craig and Aaron Johnson threw ignited beer bottles, full of petrol, onto Wayne Todd’s BMW Six Series outside his home in High Road, Laindon. The thugs
BLUE crabs have invaded Leigh with an environmental message... be careful what you put down the drain. The colourful crustaceans were painted on the town’s kerbs and drain covers last week by the Environment Agency and Anglian Water. Surface
SOUTHEND Tory boss Tony Cox has threatened to step in to run the council, which he says is “about as stable as deck chair on the Titanic”. Mr Cox’s jibe comes after former coalition member Paul Van Looy spectacularly quit the independent group,
ROB Small believes his Bowers & Pitsea side face a ‘gargantuan challenge’ when they visit Brightlingsea Regent tonight. Bowers recorded a 1-1 draw with Wingate & Finchley as they got their first ever Isthmian Premier League campaign underway at
HEAVY traffic is built up around the Sadlers Farm Interchange after a crash. The crash between three vehicles happened at around 11.30am this afternoon on the southbound carriageway of the A130 Canvey Way, just after the roundabout. A spokesman
A woman who died following a crash in Billericay has been described as a ‘wonderful, kind, and generous person’. Iris Sage, 75, was seriously injured in the crash with a Ford Transit van in Alma Link shortly before 12.45pm on Monday 29 July.
A masked gunman robbed a shop of cash during an evening raid. The man went into the Co-op in Canvey Road at around 9.25pm, last night, Monday August 12 and threatened a member of staff with what has been described as a gun. The man, who is
DANNY Scopes has warned his Concord Rangers players to expect a hostile atmosphere tonight. The Beach Boys, who are the early frontrunners in the National League South after triumphing in each of their opening three fixtures, will make the trip
THE county’s police boss has backed “vital” plans to expand stop and search powers in a bid to tackle knife crime... and promised officers will not target ethnic minorities. Home Secretary Priti Patel announced plans on Sunday to make it simpler
A ban on drivers using mobile phones in hands-free mode should be considered, MPs have said. Current laws which only proscribe the use of devices being held by drivers gives the "misleading impression" that hands-free use is safe despite it creating
THE new operators of a controversial Basildon car park will introduce their ticketless service from tomorrow. REEF Parking, formerly known as ParkJockey LLC, will take over Westgate Car Park in Basildon after previous operators Smart Parking UK
POSTERS have gone up warning of a ban on begging, rogue charity collectors and heavy drinkers as part of a controversial plan to turn around the fortunes of Southend town centre. Southend Council has started placing the posters to warn of new restrictions
SOUTHEND United manager Kevin Bond is keen to see a reaction from his side in this evening’s Carabao Cup first round tie at Stevenage. Blues conceded three goals in the opening 37 minutes in Saturday’s 3-1 defeat to Blackpool at Roots Hall.
A STATISTICAL preview of Southend United's clash at Stevenage ALL-TIME RECORD Southend wins: 4 Draws: 2 Stevenage wins: 2 LAST SIX MEETINGS Trophy - Nov 16 - Stevenage 4 Southend 0 League Two play-offs - May 15 - Southend
HARRY Wheeler feels Billericay Town’s clash with Welling United comes at the perfect time. Billericay suffered their first National League South defeat of the season as they were condemned to a 2-0 loss at the hands of Chippenham Town. And
MICHAEL Timlin feels tonight’s Carabao Cup clash is important for both of his former teams. Southend United and Stevenage have been beaten in their first two fixtures of the new season. And Timlin is certain that makes this evening’s match
ECHOSPORT talks to keen Stevenage fan Reece Donnelly ahead of tonight’s Carabao Cup clash. What have you made of the season so far? “Stevenage’s start to the season has been rocky to say the least. Uninspiring performances and two losses.
SIMON Cox feels tonight’s Carabao Cup tie at Stevenage is an ‘important’ clash for Southend United’s season. Blues have been beaten in their first two games of the new campaign. And Cox is desperate for the Shrimpers to bag their first victory
SOUTHEND United striker Brandon Goodship will not feature in tonight’s Carabao Cup first round tie at Stevenage. Goodship missed Blues’ 3-1 defeat to Blackpool after picking up a hip problem in training on the eve of the game. And Blues boss
MAJOR concerns have been raised over the presence of asbestos at the iconic Admiral Jellicoe pub on Canvey – which is currently under demolition. The health and safety executive (HSE) has stated it has been made aware of concerns and that it is
HOMES have lost their water supply in Thorpe Bay. Residents in the area are reporting low water pressure or no water at all in various locations. Essex and Suffolk Water have tweeted that technicians are on site in the area to investigate the
EIGHTEEN new volunteer police officers have been sworn in to protect Essex, including five for Southend, Castle Point and Rochford. The Special Constables swore an oath at an attestation ceremony on Monday night in front of family and friends.
A RED tape blunder means thousands of people had to pay £2 to collect Government leaflets outlining the latest work on the controversial Lower Thames Crossing. Highways England has sent the leaflets to residents living near the proposed Lower Thames
THE traveller group which moved from a country park onto a sports field has fuelled the debate on whether to bring in an injunction. Opposition Tory councillors at Southend Council last month called for an injunction to be granted to put a blanket
THREE women have been arrested after thousands of pounds worth of goods were stolen from a Basildon store. An estimated £7,500 worth of items was stolen from Boots, in Town Square, on August 4. The discovery was made later on in the day and
A BIKER was taken to hospital with serious injuries after a crash. The 18-year-old was injured after his grey Yamaha motorbike collided with a white Fiat 500 in Shoebury Common Road. Police were called shortly before 9.30pm on Tuesday, August
FURIOUS pensioners have slammed a housing association for removing plants and doormats from outside their homes... because they are fire hazards! South Essex Homes has been removing the items from homes at a block of flats in Shannon Close, Leigh
A COUNCILLOR has spectacularly quit the Southend administration, claiming fellow members took top jobs just to “boost their egos”. In a blunt resignation letter seen by the Local Democracy Reporting Service, Paul Van Looy outlined his reasons for
A TEENAGE boy was attacked by a gang of yobs armed with large kitchen knives. The youngster was targeted by the group, who were on bikes, in Vaulux Road, Canvey near Canvey Lake on Saturday night. His worried father took to Facebook to warn
