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Dave Croome and Roy Brown
Am looking for two old friends, Dave & Roy. Hi you two, are you still in Essex? If you read this send me an email. Found a lot of old mates only you now moved to the sticks. My E-Mail is : johnedwards1939@btopenmail.com
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Burch Descendants
Looking for Burch Descendants from Elisheba / Barnabas Burch Colchester / Rowhedge / Wivenhoe I am doing a family tree for the Burch family, especially descendants of Elisheba and Barnabas Burch, Colchester. Other branches at Rowhedge and Wivenhoe.G.G
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Hockey: Hamble 10-4 Colchester (HA Trophy round three
Colchester travelled to Southampton with high hopes of progressing to the last 16. They were feeling fresh and ready for a fight, although Hamble started strongly, with Colchester camped in their own 25. Hamble scored their first goal after a Colchester
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Shooting: Nelson targets GB call-up
Terry Nelson is hoping to work his way into the Great Britain disabled shooting team after his recent heroics at the national indoor championships in Wolverhampton. The 61-year-old, from Basildon, claimed three of the four titles on offer and was delighted
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Burnham: Dame Ellen's early days ...in Essex harbour
Dame Ellen MacArthur, who on Monday became the fastest round-the-world sailor, got her first taste of the sport on the Essex coast. Dame Ellen, 28, first boarded her Aunt Thea's boat in Burnham, on the River Crouch, aged just four. Her aunt kept the 27ft
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Colchester: Open all hours? Not in this town
Fears that Colchester could become a 24-hour drinking "Armageddon" under new booze laws evaporated after just one pub tried to take advantage of longer opening. Council licensing chiefs were braced for a flood of applications on day one of the new rule
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Philip, Adam and Karen Bettis
I am looking for my three children, thier last known address was Lenthall ave, Grays, Essex. I lost contact with them in Jan 1990. You can contact my via e-mail, Susan Bettis (Birth Mother) My E-Mail is : sb006s1406@blueyonder.co.uk
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Kirby Cross: Family play generation game again!
History seems to be repeating itself for a family playing the generation game. Happy family - Reg Rothwell, 85, Barbara Street, 66, Martin Rowlingson, 42, Max Rowlingson, 19, and son, Ronnie. Picture: TERRY WEEDEN 40821-1 Nearly 20 years ago, Max Rowlingson
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Soccer: Bowers and Pitsea United 0-3 Halstead Town (Essex Senior Cup semi-final)
Halstead Town's superb season reached a new high when they booked their place in the Essex Senior Cup final. Andy Clark's heroes produced a devastating second-half blast to swat aside Bowers and Pitsea United 3-0. Bowers gave a good account of themselves
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Rawreth: Travellers planning to buy-up green belt?
Residents fear travellers are planning to buy a plot of green belt land and turn it into a caravan site. An acre-and-a-half plot, in Vanderbilt Avenue, Rawreth, was being sold at auction today at the Essex County Hotel, Aviation Way, Southend. Residents
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Colchester: Bar says sorry for closure
Customers are still unable to visit one of Colchester's popular bars after it was shut unexpectedly last Thursday. Revellers who had turned up at Harry's Club and Brasserie, The Centre, Colchester Business Park, having made bookings were shocked to find
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Mayland: Trapped driver cut from car
A young driver from Mayland escaped serious injury when she was trapped in her badly-damaged car as it rolled into a ditch. The 21-year-old woman was flown to Broomfield Hospital by Essex Air Ambulance following the accident near the golf range on Steeple
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John Kennard Biddiss
Looking for relatives of Maude Kennard, Thomas Biddiss and their children. My Grandfather Gordon came to New Zealand with his parents Maude Kennard and Thomas Biddiss in 1920 at the age of 8. For some reason his twin brother John was left here in the
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Pitsea: Founder of horse sanctuary faces jail
The founder of a struggling horse sanctuary was today facing jail for her part in stealing £48,000 from the charity. Brenda Wilkes has admitted a fraud conspiracy and has been warned by a judge that "all options" are open - including a prison term. The
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Darts: Magic Maish aims to weave his spell
SOUTHEND'S very own Mr Magic will be hoping to cast a spell over one of the world's top darts players this weekend. Steve 'Mr Magic' Maish, the world's number 35 ranked player, will take on world number three Peter 'One Dart' Manley in a special best
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David Moore
I am looking for my father David Moore who was from the Stock area in the 1970's. I've never met him and know very little about him my name is Tanya and I was born 18/2/74. My mum was Lyn Wallis at the time. I just want to find where I come from and tell
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Tony Montefiore
Tony & I were in the Merchant Navy during World War 2. We last saw each other in 1946 and I would very much like to get in touch. My E-Mail is : fairey@winsoft.net.au
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Clacton: Teens get final warning
Final warnings have been given to two teenagers by police officers to stop them committing acts of criminal damage and graffiti. The two youngsters, who are both from the Clacton area, have caused £810 of damage to a seafront shelter. They broke the wooden
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Kelvedon: Pancakes for the tsunami
Pancake day was celebrated in style as children enjoyed races and seasonal snacks at a Kelvedon school. Pancake cheers - James King is cheered on by fellow pupils at St Mary's Primary School, Kelvedon. Picture: NICK OBANK 40941-2 Pupils at St Mary's Primary
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Carol Samuel or Samuels
I used to write Carol from 1968-69 when we were pen Pals. We lost contact for various reasons. Her last known address was Forest Drive, Chelmsford, Essex, UK. I used to live in Wann, Oklahoma and would love to find her if possible. Thanks My E-Mail is
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Colchester: Amazing finds at Abbeyfield
Experts have unveiled more internationally significant finds dug up during the excavations at Colchester Garrison. Roman treasure - a miniature bear carved from jet, held up on the tip of a gloved finger. Picture: STEVE ARGENT 40954-7 Museum chiefs are
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Thorpe: Doctors - we want to treat patients
A doctors' surgery is rallying support to challenge a cut in services ordered by its primary care Trust (PCT). Since a new GP contract came into force last April, only two surgeries in Tendring are allowed to treat patients with minor injuries. The rest
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Colchester: Bus station fears
Concerns over the future of Colchester's bus station were raised during the unveiling of the new art gallery. Campaigners are fighting to ensure Colchester keeps a quality bus station. They believe the art gallery should be repositioned to allow the station
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Soccer: Duguid to miss rest of season
Karl Duguid will miss the rest of the season. Out for the rest of the season - Karl Duguid The Colchester United captain is poised to go under the knife for the third time in 12 months. The right-sided winger had his worst fears confirmed yesterday. A
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Norman and Pat Smith
I would like to find Norman and Pat Smith. Pat was part of the Cowland family in poplar but lives in Ilford now. My Great Aunt told me her name is Lily an I have tried the phone number my Aunt passed on but to no avail. Please contact me, my name is George
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Little Clacton: Fuel thieves strike
Thieves filled up their cars with fuel then made off without paying in separate incidents. Both incidents happened at the Morrisons store, Centenary Way, Little Clacton. On Monday at 3.15pm, the driver of a blue Peugeot filled up the vehicle before the
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Tendring: Pantastic!
Youngsters enjoyed a day at the races with a difference but instead of racing horses, they raced with pancakes. Concentration - one mum focuses on her pancake tossing as she runs in the parents' pancake race at St Philomena's School, Frinton. 40900-3
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Joseph Prentice
I have been able to trace my family tree back to 1811 to my ggg grandfather Richard Prentice. He was born in 1820 and I am now trying to trace his father Joseph born c 1780. All of them were born around Rawreth, Rettenden and Good Easter. As I now live
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Essex: Charity appoints new Community Fundraiser
The Essex Air Ambulance is pleased to announce the appointment of Jean Twin as Community Fundraising Coordinator for the charity. Jean Twin new Community Fundraising Coordinator for Essex Air Ambulance Jean will be working with community groups and individuals
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Swimming: first ever relay win secures title for Canvey
CANVEY Island swimmers got off to a roaring start at the Essex County Swimming Championships at Waltham Forest. Altogether they notched up an impressive 24 finalists including five individual golds and the first ever team gold in the club's history. The
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South Essex: 96-year-old firm to be sold off
South Essex's oldest family-owned business is to be sold off with the loss of 55 jobs. The sale of Rental Supply, known as the Albany Laundry, will mean it has left family control for the first time in almost a century. The business in Eastwood Boulevard
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Betty Nee Davis daughter of Violet
Looking for the cousin of Pam (daughter of George) Mitchell and Tony (son of Nick) Mitchell. The Mitchell family grew up in Bethnal Green from around 1910 onwards,but back then the family name may well of been Sisoff or Esalneck. I'm trying to research
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Essex: New A120 route drives wedge between villages
The long-awaited proposed route of a £220 million dual carriageway to link Braintree and the A12 goes on show tomorrow. Highways chiefs have opted for a nine-mile dual carriageway from the eastern end of the Braintree by-pass, joining the A12 north of
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Braintree: DVD donation for charity
A Freeport Braintree store has donated hundreds of used and new DVD players to a local charity to help raise cash to refurbish a new centre. Georgina Rhymes (PARC Business Development Manager), Rob Hankey (Bose Demonstration Specialist), Ben Drizen (Bose
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Walton: Market under threat
The future of Walton's country market is in the balance. The market, which has been selling homemade goods for more than 20 years, is in danger of having to fold despite its popularity. The country market, known until recently as the WI market, has to
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Chelmsford: Man attacked by gang
An office worker was attacked by a stick-wielding gang in Chelmsford town centre. The 22-year-old of Chelmsford had necklaces and a ring, worth £600 in total, stolen during the ordeal. A group of up to 30 men surrounded the man in Waterloo Lane at 11pm
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Colchester: Bus boss - 'Aim is to make money'
A bus boss in Colchester said he runs his services purely to make money. Paul Cooper, managing director of Network Colchester, made the frank admission at last night's Colchester Council meeting. He told councillors and upset bus users he decides routes
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Soccer: Lomas returns for Hammers reserves
WEST Ham welcome back midfielder Steve Lomas after a six-week break as the reserves prepare to face Charlton tonight (Wednesday). He hasn't played since limping out of the match at Rotherham, but will make an appearance at Dagenham's Victoria Road ground
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Patricia (Pat) Bayliss
I am searching for Pat Bayliss - a friend of my mother. They attended Dartford grammar school together. My mother's name is Evelyn Williams, or maiden name Hopkins. Pat was living in Tiptree, married to Chris who owned or worked at a car dealership. We
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Rochford: Young and old being priced out of Rochford
Young people in Rochford are being forced out of the area because they cannot afford to buy or rent a home, it has been revealed. The news comes in a survey which shows the area is facing major problems in dealing with both young people and an ageing
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Essex: 'Sort out the skills shortage'
Many Essex firms believe any new Government needs to get to grips with the skills crisis blighting business. They say that despite the huge sums thrown at the problem, the shortage of employable skills is making it harder for business to employ the right
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Colchester: Finding homes more quickly
Homeless families in Colchester are spending less time in temporary accommodation than ever before. Not one family has been housed in a bed and breakfast in the last three months, thanks to Colchester Council's drive to tackle the problem. It has beaten
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James Bareham
Was born circa 1815, Essex, convicted 1831, Chelmsford, sent to NSW. I am searching for the parents and descendants of James Bareham. In 1831 at 15yrs he was convicted of stealing a shirt, was tried at Chelmsford and then sent to the Leviathan Hulk at
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Stanway: Motorcyclist makes amazing escape
A motorcyclist had an amazing escape after a crash in Stanway. The 22-year-old from Tolleshunt Major was riding along Warren Lane when he lost control of his bike. Paramedic, Neil Young, said: "The rider was thrown from his machine and collided with a
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Witham: Mayor acts over yob culture
Yobbish behaviour has reached such epidemic proportions in Witham that the town mayor has called for a summit to address the problem. Mayor Jackie Martin has called for a meeting between all the organisations involved in dealing with anti-social behaviour
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Shoebury: Memorial service for murdered Sally
University friends of murdered student Sally Geeson today held a memorial service to celebrate her life in Cambridge. The 22-year-old from Shoebury was in her final year at Anglia Polytechnic University when she was killed by soldier David Atkinson after
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Southend: Theatre facing financial crisis
Southend's New Empire Theatre is facing a financial crisis and could be forced to move to an alternative location. Talks are now to be launched with Southend Council on the possibility of a merger with the council-owned Palace Theatre in Westcliff, which
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Soccer: Gower - bench is so frustrating
SOUTHEND United winger Mark Gower today admitted he had been frustrated by his recent spell on the Shrimpers' substitutes bench. The talented midfielder has failed to win his place back in Steve Tilson's side since suffering a virus two weeks ago, but
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St Osyth: New challenge for Cameron
A teenage transplant patient turned sports champion is getting ready for his latest challenge. Sporting challenge - liver transplant patient Cameron Loyd with medals he has won since his operation in 2002. Picture: TERRY WEEDEN 40898-1 Cameron Lloyd,
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Ira Rogers, Friends of
I am looking for people who knew my father and grandfather. My name is Margaret Rogers and I would love to find someone who may have known my father and my grandfather. They were both named Ira Bradford Rogers. I know they were both born in Georiga and
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Colchester: Final model for gallery unveiled
The art gallery to be built at the centre of the St Botolph's regeneration area has been unveiled. Going for gold - the proposed new art gallery A model of the gallery to be built on part of the town's Queen Street bus station was revealed at a packed
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Soccer: Duguid to miss rest of season
Karl Duguid will miss the rest of the season. Out for the rest of the season - Karl Duguid The Colchester United captain is poised to go under the knife for the third time in 12 months. The right-sided winger had his worst fears confirmed yesterday. A
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Rugby League: Eels chief looks to brighter future
ESSEX Eels may have made a losing start to their 2005 campaign, but head coach Stuart Hogg is confident his side can spring a big surprise in National League Three. The Eels finished rock bottom in their debut season last year but some judicious summer
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Dick De Vigne
I am looking for somebody called Dick De Vigne. Apparently he lives and works in Southend. I am looking for somebody who he used to know in the early 70's. He will be able to help me locate this person. If you are him or know of him, please please please
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Witham: Knife threat robbery
An 18-year-old man was threatened with a knife and forced to hand over £200 in Witham. The man was walking along River Walk, at 6.45pm yesterday when he was approached by two other men. One of them brandished a knife and demanded money. The 18-year-old
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William Parker
I am researching William Parker who left London on the Charles in 1616 for Elizabeth City, Virginia (near Jamestown), USA. I have an approximate birth year of 1596. I believe this is the father of Edward John Parker who settled in New Haven Connecticut
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Clacton: Girl, 11, discovers metal in ice cream
A father was shocked when his 11-year-old daughter found what he believes were pieces of metal in an ice cream. Upset - Sarah Hurley and dad Daniel with an ice cream like the offending cornet. Picture: ROB SAMBROOK 40928-2 Daniel Hurley, of Clacton, bought
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Kirsty Loraine Harrison
Can somebody give Kirsty my e-mail. Ask her to get in touch with Darren, I love her! My E-Mail is : darren@chantillylacedisco.com
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Essex: Future tax hike fears raised
Business leaders expect "more of the same" after the General Election, due in May. But they foresee clouds on the horizon with fears of new taxes and a growing national debt. The Essex Institute of Directors predicted a slowdown in growth and the pressure
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Colchester: Chariot track museum hope
Colchester's Roman chariot-racing track will be turned into a major tourist attraction. Museum chiefs are working on a plan that will see a section of the 2,000-year-old stadium become part of a "cultural arc" leading from Abbey Field to Colchester Castle
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Agnes German (Maiden name)
We are serching for info on Agnes German or perhaps any Germans. Her mother was Harriet Olsen of Ramsgate Kent. Brothers were Harry, Olaf, David or Stephen. Thank you for any help. My E-Mail is : brymemel@hotmail.com
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Clacton, Harwich: Yob culture
Police have been bombarded with complaints of rowdy yobs causing havoc in a number of neighbourhoods. No go area - the vandalised steps in Clacton. Picture: TERRY WEEDEN 40902-2 Reports of nuisance behaviour in Dovercourt peaked at the weekend, prompting
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South Woodham Ferrers: Unconscious 81-year-old cut free from car
Fire crews had to cut an elderly woman driver from her car after a crash in South Woodham Ferrers. The 81-year-old was knocked unconscious and her car ended up in a ditch, following a collision with another car, at the junction of Burnham Road near Stow
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Paul Rodney Ballence
I am looking for a contact for paul Ballence. He is the eldest of 4, has a sister called Sandra, who I think now is a nurse, he lived in Witham near Blunts Hall Road up untill 1970 then moved to London (South Croydon) to form a band (called DOGWATCH).
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V Festival 2005: Scissor Sisters confirmed for festival
The first band for the V Festival 2005 has been announced and it's a return for the Scissor Sisters. The Scissor Sisters are coming to the V Festival this year The New York group went down a storm at last year's V Festival and organisers have confirmed
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Braintree: Mum pays tribute to daughter, 33
The family of a woman who died after being hit by a police vehicle on the A120 in Braintree have paid tribute to her. In a family statement, they said Sandra Stirling, 33, of Lister Road, Braintree, had been living in the town for about eight years. They
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Colchester: Town's walls get massive prop-up
A massive £100,000 is being dished out to help preserve and protect Colchester's heritage. Colchester Council has just confirmed the release of the cash, the bulk of which - £80,000 - will be spent on the town walls. This is in addition to £50,000 already
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Pat Holt
I am trying to contact my mum Patricia Ann Holt. I've not heard from her for 2 years now, she lives in the Chelmsford area and was last known to be living in the Baddow Rd area. She was last known to be working at Christopher unit in Broomfield. I would
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Braintree: Police scheme to blitz town graffiti
A campaign is being launched to blitz graffiti in Braintree. Rewards are being offered to anyone providing information which leads to the conviction of an offender who has daubed graffiti on walls and fences. The campaign is being led by Braintree police
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Witham: Police probe race attack
Police are investigating allegations of a racist assault in Witham town centre. Officers have confirmed that a formal complaint has been made after an incident outside the Red Lion pub, in Newland Street, at about 11pm on Saturday. Foster Asamani, of
