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Shrimpers stars line up in darts tournament to boost Mind
EIGHT Southend United players took part in an entertaining darts tournament to raise funds for South East and Central Essex Mind. Adam Crowther, Joe Gubbins, Nathan Ralph, Oli Coker Gus Scott-Morriss, Jack Bridge, Harry Taylor and George Moncur
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National League club appoint ex Premier League star as manager
AFC Fylde have appointed Kevin Phillips as their new manager. The former Hartlepool United boss replaces Chris Beech in charge of the Coasters. And Fylde chairman David Haythornthwaite is pleased to have Phillips on board. “The search
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Here's why so many large spiders are scuttling into your house - and why they're big
LARGE spiders are on the hunt for a mate across the county as we have officially entered "spider season". Larger spiders scuttling into homes and gardens are typical for this time of year. While spiders live among us all year round, according
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Huge vegan festival with dozens of stalls returning to Southend next month
A HUGE vegan festival with dozens of stalls and live music is returning to Southend next month. Essex Vegan Festival will feature more than 60 stalls, world food caterers, demonstrations, and live reggae music from BFriendly, throughout the day
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Long-standing south Essex shop beats out famous Harrods to scoop national award
A SHOP renowned for its unique, quirky and colourful window displays is celebrating after scooping a national award - even beating London’s famous Harrods store. Potters Cookshop, on Main Road in Hockley, claimed the top prize for independent
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New play centre with mini salon and construction site to open in south Essex
With a construction site, supermarket and hair salon, Hadleigh’s newest play centre is set to delight both parents and their children. Little Play Village, in London Road, Hadleigh, will open in mid-November and promises an educational, safe and
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Big name comedians heading to Westcliff as new owners overhaul popular bar
BIG-name comedians and TV stars will be descending on Westcliff as the overhaul of a popular bar into a comedy club and venue continues. Ross McGrane, comedian and radio presenter, purchased Westcliff Drinks Co in Hamlet Court Road alongside friends
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South Essex Wildlife Hospital pleads for patience after abusive incidents increase
The South Essex Wildlife Hospital, one of the busiest wildlife hospitals in the UK, has made a heartfelt plea for patience from the public after several incidents of verbal abuse directed at their staff. The animal hospital, based in south Essex
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Huge new solar farm on south Essex green belt to power more than 4,000 homes
A HUGE solar farm to power more than 4,000 homes will be built in south Essex after plans were given the green light. Basildon Council has approved plans for Enso Energy to install the large solar farm and battery storage facility near Barleylands
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Sign-ups officially open for Southend Half Marathon - here's the details
Havens hospices has opened sign-ups for the Southend Half Marathon 2025. With just eight months to go, the south Essex charity is encouraging runners of all abilities to secure their place early, after last year’s event was a sell-out. The
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Shrimpers legend Benjamin suggests where current crop can improve
SOUTHEND United legend Ian Benjamin believes the Shrimpers must bolster their strike-force to turn their season around. Benjamin was back at Roots Hall for Saturday’s 2-0 defeat against Maidenhead United which made it just one win in six games
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How A127 has changed over decades ahead of huge £49m revamp at major junction
SIGNIFICANT changes are set to be made to one of south Essex's busiest junction where the A127 meets the A130 and A13, but it is not the first time our major roads undergone a makeover. Essex County Council has agreed to appoint a firm to carry
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Former Premier League stars raise thousands in south Essex charity match
A charity football match featuring former Premier League stars Paul Konchesky and Rickie Lambert has raised thousands of pounds for charity. The ex-Premier League legends team, Beer Lanyard FC, took on the Wandering Crows in a thrilling charity
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Sonny returns to new-look Rochford Hundred
RUGBY: Big changes are continuing to happen at Rochford Hundred. The Regional Two Anglia side parted company with head coach Danny Cleare 10 days ago before appointing ex Southend chief Kevin Harman in his place. Hundred are now looking to
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Save on a trip to the stunning and film set location of Malta this November!
With its striking sunsets and honey-coloured stone set against the deep Mediterranean blue sea, the island of Malta is set to be thrust into the spotlight with the release of the much-anticipated blockbuster, Gladiator 2. Directed by Sir
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McGrath leaves Essex to take Yorkshire role
ANTHONY McGrath has left his role as Essex’s director of cricket to become Yorkshire’s new head coach. The 49-year-old ex-Yorkshire and England all-rounder has replaced Ottis Gibson on a five-year contract and will officially start his new role
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Revealed: The major Essex road ranked worst in country for driver satisfaction
A national survey has found that the A12 from London to Ipswich is the worst major road in England when it comes to driver satisfaction. Government watchdog Transport Focus represents drivers and other road users of the nation's trunk road network
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Huge £49m revamp of busiest south Essex junction 'is needed for 60,000 new homes'
Major plans to revamp a south Essex junction, where vital routes meet, must go ahead to allow for around 60,000 new homes to be built and 80,000 new jobs to be created, a council meeting was told. Essex County Council has agreed to appoint a firm
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Why condensation is forming on your windows and how to stop it
Many of us will be noticing condensation on our windows as we try and cut down on the amount of time we have our heating on for this year. Condensation can damage your windows and furniture, and it can also cause mould which could be detrimental
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When facial recognition vans will be in Southend as police crackdown on violence
POLICE will be using live facial recognition technology in Southend across four days as part of a new operation to stamp out violent incidents in the city. As part Essex Police's "sustained and significant" crackdown in response to recent incidents
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Officers arrest south Essex man over £40m cocaine haul seized on quiet beach
A SOUTH Essex man has been arrested over a half-tonne haul of cocaine worth £40million seized on a quiet beach. Six men were arrested in locations across England as part of a National Crime Agency investigation. A 36-year-old man from
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Former south Essex teacher admits sex offences spanning more than four decades
A FORMER teacher and choirmaster has admitted a series of sexual offences which spanned more than four decades. David Pickthall had been charged with nearly 40 offences and appeared at Colchester Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday. Essex Police's
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Parents who lose baby in pregnancy will be able to have child's life recognised
Parents who have experienced the loss of a baby early in pregnancy will now be able to apply to have their child’s life officially recognised regardless of how much time has passed. The Government has announced it will extend the baby loss certificate
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Windows smashed as several south Essex businesses targeted in early hours burglaries
Police have appealed to speak to anyone with information following a spate of business burglaries in Wickford. It was reported a suspect damaged the window of Temme English in The Broadway, Wickford, at about 4am on Monday October 7 and stole
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c2c named as Britain's top train operator for passenger satisfaction
An independent consumer survey has ranked c2c as Great Britain's top train operator for passenger satisfaction. The Rail User Survey, conducted by Transport Focus, asked passengers about their rail travel experiences and their satisfaction with
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Three people charged following shocking stabbing in Eastwood at weekend
Police have charged three people in connection with a shocking stabbing over the weekend in Eastwood. A man in his 20s was found by police with stab wounds in Rayleigh Road, Eastwood at 4.30pm on Saturday October 5. He was taken to hospital
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Former Southend Pier manager convicted after selling scrap metal from iconic landmark
The former manager of Southend Pier has been convicted of fraud and money laundering after selling scrap metal from the iconic landmark for personal gain. Lee Sturgeon, 50, of Arnold Avenue, Southend, has been fined almost £5,000 and ordered to
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Coffee shop van forced to close after planning inspector rules against Essex owner
A WOMAN who created her own artisan coffee shop claims she has been left unemployed after being forced to close by a planning inspector. Natasha Flynn, 50, set up Tasha’s Artisan Coffee Shop, in Kelvedon Road, Wickham Bishops, a year and a half
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Police appeal after motorcyclist left injured following crash on A127 in south Essex
A motorcyclist has been left injured after a crash with a car on the A127 in south Essex. Essex Police have launched an urgent appeal for information following the crash on the A127 in Basildon. The incident occurred on Saturday, September
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Community celebrates as Wickford Market relaunches after period of uncertainty
Wickford Market has made a triumphant return, with its highly anticipated relaunch over the weekend. The day was filled with excitement as the heart of Wickford came alive once again, welcoming back residents, new visitors, and a variety of local
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Thousands of pumpkins unveiled as stunning Halloween display opens in south Essex
Thousands of pumpkins with "stunning" displays for photo opportunities are on offer this Halloween, as a dog-friendly attraction opens up for the spooky season in south Essex. Pumpkin Village, next door to Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park in South
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BBC scientist confirms tarantulas inhabit parts of UK during spider season
Did you know that the UK is home to a tarantula? The purseweb spider. And now we've officially entered spider season, you might catch a glimpse of one. The purseweb spider is Britain’s only tarantula and a member of the family that contains
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One Show viewers can't believe Miranda Hart's 'surprise' marriage reveal
The One Show viewers were left stunned after comedian Miranda Hart revealed she had tied the knot behind closed doors. The beloved British actress, 51, announced the happy news last night on Tuesday (October 8). She said “it’s been a tough
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What is Long Covid and what symptoms should you look out for
It is important to consult with your GP to discuss your specific symptoms and to rule out any other health issues. Most people with Covid-19 feel significantly better within a few days of first displaying any symptoms, however for some it can last
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BT, EE, TalkTalk, O2, Virgin Media & more misled broadband customers, watchdog says
The advertising watchdog has ruled against six of the UK’s biggest broadband providers after they all failed to make mid-contract price increases clear to consumers. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said that BT, EE, Plusnet, TalkTalk,
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Deadly Victorian illness on the rise in the UK as hundreds of cases reported
NHS data has indicated a rise in an old Victorian disease - scabies - in parts of the UK, a rash triggered by tiny mites burrowing into the skin. While typically not serious and treatable with creams or lotions, scabies can cause severe itching
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'Thank you' - Essex county lines drug dealer thanks judge after she avoids prison
A ‘RAGING’ drug addict who ran a major county line and attempted to recruit others into the operation has thanked a judge after she avoided an immediate prison term. Kaley Hodgkinson, 35, sold heroin and cocaine from her address in Berefield Way
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'I want to get back to normal' - Essex man hit by train speaks out on his recovery
A MAN who was left seriously injured after he stepped in front of a train has bravely told of his determination to recover and get his life “back to normal”. William Johnson, 62, suffered serious injuries to his arms and back when he stepped onto
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Motorists facing increasing traffic and long delays on A127 towards Southend
Motorists are facing lengthy delays on the A127 this morning - with traffic stretching through Eastwood and into Southend. Delays of five minutes and increasing are being reported on the A127 arterial road between Mendip Crescent and St Michaels
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Plans for new stylish tapas restaurant and cocktail bar on thriving Southend street
A FORMER hairdressers could be transformed into a stylish tapas restaurant and cocktail bar on a thriving street packed full of independent businesses. A licensing application has been submitted for 32 Alexandra Street, Southend, where hairdresser
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Vintage toy enthusiasts to flock to first-of-its-kind festival in south Essex
VINTAGE toy enthusiasts have organised a first-of-its-kind festival giving residents the chance to revisit their favourite collectibles from the 80s and 90s. Featuring toy franchises from generations gone by, such as My Little Pony, Star Wars,
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'Horrible' fly-tippers dump huge pile of rubbish on corner of south Essex street
“Horrible” fly-tippers have been slammed for dumping bin bags, construction waste and trolleys on the corner of a busy residential street. Basildon Tory councillor Kevin Blake has slammed “horrible and scummy” fly-tippers after the rubbish was
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'Knife-wielding thug' chases terrified stranger through streets of Southend
A MAN has described the terrifying moment he was chased by a “knife-wielding thug” through the streets of Southend. Clay Salter, 30, was walking along Victoria Avenue with his partner on Monday evening when a man who was “mumbling and shouting
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Unique new nursery where children visit animals daily opens at south Essex farm
A UNIQUE nursery where children have daily visits with animals and take part in egg collecting and feeding goats has opened at a farm. Barleylands Day Nursery and Pre-School opened at the Billericay farm on Monday after hundreds of parents attempted
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'Buzzing' Southend Pier celebrates summer of success as visitor numbers revealed
A SUMMER of success saw more than 160,000 visitors make the trip along Southend’s iconic 1.3-mile pleasure pier thanks to a jam-packed calendar of events. After a dip in visitors and potential plans to bring a private operator in to run the pier
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Boxer who went head-to-head with British legend opens new south Essex gym
A BOXER who once went head-to-head with British legend Audley Harrison has thrown open the doors to a new gym as he aims to inspire the next generation. Dominic Negus, who fought Olympic champion Harrison in 2002, has teamed up with pro-fighter
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Plans for 557 flats in Southend city centre set for approval...despite parking fears
PLANS for a huge block of 557 flats in the centre of Southend look set to get the green light despite major concerns over a shortage of parking spaces. Alexander House, the former HMRC Office block at the junction of Victoria Avenue, Queensway
