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Brentwood: Off licenses caught out
A joint operation by Essex Police and Trading Standards Officers in the Brentwood area has revealed that half the off licences they targeted, had been selling alcohol to under age children. A 15 year old successfully managed to buy alcohol in four out
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Basketball: Rikki's cock-a-hoop over US training trip
A Canvey teenager is off to the States this summer hoping to take the first step towards a career in basketball. On the bounce - Rikki Broadmore is looking forward to testing his basketball skills at a New Jersey training camp Rikki Broadmore, a pupil
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Walton: We might not survive disruption
Shopkeepers facing months of disruption are worried they might not survive a town centre overhaul. Work on the £600,000 facelift, which is designed to bring Walton into the 21st century, is not expected to be finished until March 2005. The High Street
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Maldon: £81m tourism boost to area
Tourism in the Maldon District has hit an all-time high with visitors now worth an estimated £81 million to the area, according to new figures. Recent Volume and Value findings by the East of England Tourist Board (EETB) showed the 2002 estimate to be
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Essex: Accident blocks A12
The A12 northbound between Stanway and Ardleigh has been blocked this morning after a car transporter jacknifed. Crash this morning on the A12 The accident has affected both Colchester turn-offs and one lane is blocked southbound leaving long delays approaching
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Braintree: Council tax rise set to halve
Council tax bills in the Braintree district look set to rise by only around half last year's massive hike. But some jobs are likely to be lost as part of a savings package to keep the figure down. A whopping rise in council tax last year saw the average
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South Essex: Snap, spy camera has got your face!
High-tech spy cameras which can snap a driver's face are to be trialled in south Essex, it was revealed today. The front-facing cameras will be used for the first time in the county at road troublespots in Southend, Billericay, Wickford and Thurrock.
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Basildon: Monkey business to start new year
Shoppers can get a taste of the Orient this weekend with a host of spectacular celebrations to mark the start of Chinese New Year. This Saturday, Basildon's Eastgate Centre will be staging a range of displays and dances to mark the beginning of the year
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Golf: Sunday best for Ballards Gore Stableford hopefuls
Ballards Gore golfers had reasonable weather for their January Stableford, but conditions were better on the Sunday --illustrated by the fact that five of the six winners played on that day. Mark Mitchell (6) took Division One after collecting 20 points
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Southend: Town loses £280,000
Southend Council has lost £280,000 of Government cash because it is at the bottom of a national league of shame in delivering transport projects. From being one of the top performers in 2001 the town has slumped to bottom of a council transport performance
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Canvey: Landlord left tied up
The landlord of the King Canute in Canvey Road, Canvey was left shaken and confused after thugs dragged him from his bed and forced him to open his safe before tying him up and leaving him locked in an office. The raiders made off with a four-figure sum
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Mid-Essex: Gas contract sold without consent
A Mid-Essex man is warning people to beware of telesales agreements after he was mis-sold a gas contract. When David Bigg, of Maldon Road, Witham, contacted Powergen to give his electricity meter reading on January 14, he was asked if he wanted to buy
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Southend: A voice for older folk
A new organisation designed to give older people a voice will soon be launched. The Southend Older People's Forum will allow residents to collect information and put questions directly to those who provide services in the town. Public meetings will be
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Soccer: Con's back up front and hungry for goals
Striker David Connolly is revelling in a return to an out-and-out striker's role -- and he is hoping to make a scoring return to Molineux on Sunday. The Republic of Ireland international spent the 1998-9 season on loan at Wolves, scoring six goals in
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Southend: Making a beeline to farm market
One half of a team that produces two tons of honey every year was behind a stall at the monthly Southend Farmers' Market yesterday. Sweet success - bee man Dick Thomas on the honey stall Picture: MIKE MINERS Dick Thomas joined a dozen stallholders from
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Thaxted: Drug trafficker is jailed for 7 years
Police found thousands of pounds worth of cocaine when they swooped on the home of a Thaxted man. Lee Holt, 31, of Bardfield End Villas, Thaxted, denied but was convicted by a Chelmsford Crown Court jury of possessing cocaine with intent to supply and
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Brentwood: Mothers back national campaign for SADS
Two mothers who share a tragic bond are playing a central role in a national campaign to raise awareness of heart disorders and prevent deaths. Anne Jolly and Penny Hurrell each lost their eldest child to sudden adult death syndrome and have joined forces
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Soccer: Drewe's back with a bang!
Revitalised Southend United striker Drewe Broughton is looking forward to the remaining months of the season after rediscovering his form in front of goal. Bring on the bubbly - Drewe Broughton celebrates his man of the match award after scoring two goals
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Colchester: Car park charges set to rise by up to 43 pc
A raft of inflation-busting car parking charge hikes are being introduced in Colchester The increases, which will see parking tickets rising by up to 43 per cent, will take effect as soon as possible after February 16. In the council's budget, an extra
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Maldon: Parking charges plan backfires
A penny-pinching car park charges policy has backfired, leaving a council with a bill for thousands of pounds. Maldon District Council introduced new pay and display machines in the late 1990s, requiring car registration numbers to be keyed in before
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South Essex: Fighting for NHS care for elderly needs patience
"It's easy to give up at the first hurdle but you need to keep fighting." That is the rallying cry of the NHS national support group which aims to get residents fair deals from the NHS. Don't give up - a support group is urging people in situations similar
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Leigh: Abduction claim
A teenage girl claims she was abducted from a street in Leigh, police said today. The 14-year-old girl was walking along Herschell Road when a white BMW pulled alongside her and stopped. The driver, a man aged 18 to 20, spoke to the girl and managed to
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Dovercourt: We want justice for baby Craig
A devastated father has joined thousands of parents in calling for justice after his dead baby's brain was removed without permission. Phillip and Kathleen Alder said doctors took their son's organs after he died when he was just ten days old. Surgeons
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Mid-Essex: Joy over new speed limit
Campaigning mid-Essex villagers are overjoyed after speed reduction signs went up at an accident blackspot. Speed limit warning signs of 50mph were yesterday put up at Ashes Road, Cressing, where the limit used to be 60mph. Villagers have been calling
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Clacton: Police close road following accident
Police were today investigating an accident in Clacton after a car hit a parked vehicle. It is believed the driver was treated after getting glass in his eye but was not seriously hurt. Fire, police and ambulance services were called to the incident in
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Essex: Chaos on A12 after accident
A vehicle transporter carrying vans shed its load on the A12 today causing traffic chaos for drivers. The scene of the accident on the A12 today The accident happened about 7am when the Daf transporter jackknifed, shedding its load of vans on to the northbound
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Soccer: Peterborough Utd Res 2-0 Southend United Res (Holiday Cup)
Southend United reserves crashed to a dismal 2-0 defeat at Peterborough yesterday afternoon in another group fixture of the Pontin's Holiday Cup. Goals from Adam Newton and substitute Adam Semple sealed victory for the Posh. The result leaves the Shrimpers
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Essex: Accident blocks A12
The A12 northbound between Stanway and Ardleigh has been blocked this morning after a car transporter jacknifed. The accident has affected both Colchester turn-offs and one lane is blocked southbound leaving long delays approaching the scene. Updated:
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Henry Higgs an Ironmonger
By Carol Archibald I wonder if you can help or tell me who might be able to. Does St Thomas Church still exsist and do you know how I could contact them if it does? I am looking for an ancestor. Henry Higgs an Ironmonger in the High Street Brentwood about
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Bocking: Pupils cheer as primary school awarded top marks
A school is celebrating after achieving top marks in its Ofsted report. Bocking Church Street Primary School in Church Street, Bocking, had its inspection in December with inspectors saying the school was steadily improving. They noted the school had
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Maldon, Heybridge: Scheme in plea for volunteers
A scheme which gives people with disabilities a new window on the world is seeking to recruit new volunteers in Maldon and Heybridge. The Independent Visitors Scheme, based in Hatfield Peverel and run by the Essex Coalition of Disabled People, has spent
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Essex: Silence for charity
The search is on for youngsters in Essex capable of keeping quiet for The Big Hush, Macmillan Cancer Relief's annual sponsored silence. The charity is encouraging primary schools and after-school groups all over the country to keep quiet for at least
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Rochford: Uproar at work in sewage complex
Bosses at a sewage treatment plant have rejected public fears new building work could lead to more foul smells in the air. Villagers believe Stambridge Sewage Treatment Works on the fringe of Rochford plans to process a greater volume of sewage which
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Essex: Accident blocks A12
The A12 northbound between Stanway and Ardleigh has been blocked this morning after a car transporter jacknifed. The accident has affected both Colchester turn-offs and one lane is blocked southbound leaving long delays approaching the scene. Published
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Swimming: Carlane gala is massive success
The Pat Carlane Trophy was donated to Runnymede Swim Club by the Carlane family in remembrance of one of its most loyal parents and willing servants. The gala held for this Trophy is now an annual event in the fixture calendar and aimed at local clubs
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Rochford: Uproar at work in sewage complex
Bosses at a sewage treatment plant have rejected public fears new building work could to lead to more foul smells in the air. Villagers believe Stambridge Sewage Treatment Works on the fringe of Rochford plans to process a greater volume of sewage which
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Southend: Blackout brings on lunchtime blues
A power cut blacked out the heart of Southend yesterday, leaving homes and businesses without electricity - and lunch - for more than two hours. The failure stretched along Royal Terrace and Royal Mews into the High Street, causing disruption for customers
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Colchester: Mother - NHS staff were just brilliant
A mother whose young son was rushed to hospital has hailed NHS staff as "brilliant". High praise - Jane and Steve Hughes with Alex, 9, and 23-month-old Nick Picture: ROB SAMBROOK Jane Hughes, of Saint Bride Court, Colchester, called NHS Direct when 23
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Cricket: Essex set to join Gough race
Essex are one of the clubs likely to be interested in trying to snap up Darren Gough after the bowler left Yorkshire. England star Gough's release from his contract at his native county is set to spark a race to secure the fast bowler's signature. Gough
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Colchester: Budget cuts set to hit 'non-priority' services
Cuts across the board are being considered to balance Colchester Council's books. Investment in non-priority services, such as sports and environmental health, will be cut as the council concentrates on other key areas. Football pitches at Old Heath Recreation
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Tennis: Cornish is among the cream at U14
Stephanie Cornish is going from strength to strength on the national and international tenis circuit. The Billericay player recently reached the last eight at the under-12 Girls' Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida. Pundits consider the American event to be
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Witham: Food bar bid for flash-in-pan loos
Witham shoppers could soon be lining up to buy food from the site of a former hi-tech town centre toilet. Plans are afoot for the automated toilets in Witham's Grove Centre, which were closed a year ago, to be removed and the building converted into a
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Golf: Kemp switches partners for wins
George Kemp picked up three of Rochford Hundred's top pairs trophies at the annual prizewinners' supper on Monday - all with different partners. Winning line-up - at Rochford's prizewinners' supper Picture: ROB BROWNE Kemp teamed up with Trevor Watson
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Jaywick: School has new head
A school has welcomed a new headteacher. Christine Watkins has taken over the helm at Frobisher School in Jaywick. And she declared: "I am enjoying the challenge." The school found itself without a full-time head after its former head walked out after
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Castle Point: Asbestos at pool inquiry
Experts urged Castle Point Council in vain to shut Waterside Pool 18 months before work began ago to tackle dangerous asbestos, it was claimed today. Asbestos Consultancy Environment wrote to the council in April 2002 saying: "It is recommended the swimming
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Henry Higgs an Ironmonger
I wonder if you can help or tell me who might be able to. Does St Thomas Church still exsist and do you know how I could contact them if it does? I am looking for an ancestor. Henry Higgs an Ironmonger in the High Street Brentwood about 1862. I have found
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Colchester: Red Caps families meeting
The families of six Colchester-based Red Caps killed in Iraq will be hearing today how investigations into their deaths are continuing. The families have been invited to the private meeting with Military Police officials to keep them up to date into the
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Clacton: Eyes down for bingo jackpot!
An 82-year-old great-grandmother who has played bingo for "donkey's years" has hit the jackpot. The lucky winner scooped more than £51,000 at Clacton's Gala Club on Saturday night. She won the national bingo game prize of £50,000, plus a further regional
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Essex: Accident blocks A12
The A12 northbound between Stanway and Ardleigh was blocked this morning after a car transporter jacknifed. Crash this morning on the A12 The accident affected both Colchester turn-offs and one lane was blocked southbound leaving long delays approaching
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Clacton: Scooter racer menace
Boy racers are scaring pedestrians and endangering lives when they speed through a town centre on motorised scooters. Pedestrians have said they are afraid to walk through Clacton town centre at night as it turns into a race track. Tendring councillor
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Soccer: McKinney back and ready
Colchester United manager Phil Parkinson has a huge selection problem ahead of Saturday's crunch fourth-round FA Cup tie at Coventry City - but for once it is a problem he will welcome. Raring to go - U's stopper Richard McKinney Picture: STEVE BRADING
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Canvey: Estate agents aren't all sharks
We've all heard of loan sharks, now there are piranha estate agents. Meet Flat Eric, a ten-inch piranha who is the latest employee at Fisks estate agents on Canvey. Buddies - Carla and her fishy friend Flat Eric the piranha Picture: LUAN MARSHALL Eric
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Colchester: Council defends car park pricest.
Car parking charge increases in Colchester have been defended by the council, which claims the prices will remain among the lowest in the region. John Simpson, head of street services at Colchester Council, said he did not believe the increases would
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Pitsea: Pupils' pharoah time
Children at a Pitsea school were given an insight into Egyptian music when a company came to entertain them for the morning. Music workshop - Duglas Coombers with pupils from the Len Wastell Infants School Picture: DANIEL SHEILS Pupils from The Len Wastell
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South Essex: Mum jailed for 'truancy'
A South Essex mum was today behind bars for not sending her 14-year-old daughter to school. The woman, who cannot be named to protect her daughter's identity, is thought to be the first parent in Essex to be jailed for their child's truancy. Essex County
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Westcliff: What will it take to make PM act?
The mother of a Westcliff man locked up in an Egyptian jail for almost two years broke down in tears as she branded Tony Blair "a disgrace" for ignoring her son's plight. Abi Nawaz has campaigned for the Prime Minister to intervene in the case of her
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Canvey: We'll find solution to speeding problem
Solutions for speeding problems in two of Castle Point's most notorious roads are set to be thrashed out by councillors. Residents' constant efforts to get the council to address the problem seems to have paid off as the issue will be addressed at Monday's
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Essex: Accident blocks A12
The A12 northbound between Stanway and Ardleigh, has been blocked this morning after a car transporter jacknifed. The accident has affected both Colchester turn-offs and one lane is blocked southbound leaving long delays approaching the scene. Updated
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Soccer: Midfield action is the tonic for Luke
Halstead Town midfielder Luke Hammond has told how he is loving football again after enduring an unhappy spell at neighbours Braintree Town. And Hammond admits he was delighted to play a major part in Halstead's shock 2-0 Essex Senior Cup victory over
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Soccer: Former United starlet was 'a luxury' for Irons
Kalam Mooniaruck was 'a luxury' Braintree Town could not afford, according to chairman Lee Harding. Former Manchester United trainee Mooniaruck was released this week - four months after joining and is now having trials at Nationwide League Division Three
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Soccer: Dream time for midfielder Westlake
Ian Westlake is hoping to fulfil a dream this weekend by making his FA Cup debut for Ipswich Town. The midfielder is desperate to keep his place in the team for Saturday's fourth-round clash with Sunderland at Portman Road. It would be his first-ever
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Brentwood: Half off licenses caught out
A joint operation by Essex Police and Trading Standards Officers in the Brentwood area has revealed that half the off licences they targeted, had been selling alcohol to under age children. A 15 year old successfully managed to buy alcohol in four out
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Brentwood: Off licences caught out
A joint operation by Essex Police and Trading Standards Officers in the Brentwood area has revealed that half the off licences they targeted, had been selling alcohol to under age children. A 15 year old successfully managed to buy alcohol in four out
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Westcliff: 50 jobs go at laundry
A laundry is to close with the loss of at least 50 jobs - but neighbours were today celebrating after years of campaigning for its shutdown. Sunlight Service Group told 94 staff at its laundry, in Salisbury Avenue, Westcliff, it is to close on February
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Chelmsford: Bishop to attend special service
The new Bishop of Chelmsford is keen to meet local people at two welcoming services across north Essex. The Rt Rev John Gladwin and his wife Lydia visit Colchester today for a special service arranged at St John's Church, St John's Close. A week later
