Stories for 4 January 2002

Basildon,Essex News

Basildon: Creeper burglary warning

Police today warned home-owners to secure their windows and doors after a series of creeper burglaries.   more...

Basildon,Essex Sport

Soccer: Dicks set to return for Canvey

Former West Ham hero Julian Dicks looks set to be fit to return to the Canvey Island line-up for tomorrow's FA Cup third round visit to Nationwide League First Division Burnley.   more...

Soccer: Canvey fans join jet set

A group of Canvey Island soccer fans are jetting off on a flight of fancy on Saturday morning as their heroes attempt another FA Cup giant-killing act.   more...

Soccer: No players leaving Billericay yet

Although Billericay Town have received a couple of offers after putting five contract players on the transfer list this week, there is no immediate prospect of any of them leaving.   more...

Soccer: Gulls in the right spirits

Castle Point MP Bob Spink has ensured that Canvey Island's footballers are in the right spirits as they approach their biggest ever game in the FA Cup.   more...

Basildon,Essex,Southend Sport

Soccer: Underdogs out for cup upset

Canvey Island and Southend United go into FA Cup third round action tomorrow dreaming of the mouth-watering prospect of possible dates with Premiership giants such as Manchester United or Liverpool.   more...

Chelmsford,Essex News

Chelmsford: Hospital hits out over birth claims

St John's Hospital in Chelmsford has denied claims that its midwives are delivering more babies per year than is safe.   more...

Chelmsford: Cyclist in accident dies in hospital

An 18-year-old cyclist has died in hospital following a collision with two cars.   more...

Chelmsford: Volunteer appeal from Home-Start

A charity offering support to people with young families is making an urgent appeal for volunteers.   more...

Chelmsford: Tribute to long serving councillor

Chelmsford Borough Council leader Michael Mackrory has paid tribute to the life of long serving councillor and former Mayor Jean Norton whose funeral took place on Monday.   more...

Colchester,Essex News

Colchester: Family firm makes move out of town

One of the last remaining family firms in the heart of Colchester is to close its doors.   more...

Colchester: Homes preferred to supermarket

A cautious welcome has been given to plans for a huge residential development on the former St Mary's Hospital site in Colchester.   more...

Colchester,Essex Sport

Soccer: Robins game threatened

Steve Whitton will be looking for nothing less than a win if his Colchester United squad kick-off their New Year programme tomorrow with a home game against Wrexham.   more...

Soccer: Troubled Robins look for change

Much travelled football manager Denis Smith is scheduled to bring his trouble-torn Wrexham squad to Layer Road tomorrow looking for an uplift in fortunes in the New Year.   more...

Soccer: Easy choice for Marcus

Marcus Bent is desperate to help keep Ipswich Town in the Premiership even if it means crashing out of the FA Cup.   more...

Soccer: Competition still has its magic

George Burley insists the FA Cup has lost none of its sparkle since his days as a player with Ipswich Town.   more...

Soccer: Clapham looks for cup run

Jamie Clapham is hoping to embark on a memorable FA Cup run tomorrow when Ipswich Town travel to Dagenham and Redbridge.   more...

Essex Business

Southend: £5.1M sale of Mercedes company

One of Southend's oldest motor companies has been sold of in a £5.1million deal, it was revealed today.   more...

Southend: Large organisations set for business park

Much of a newly developed business park in Southend could be let to two "extremely large organisations", it was revealed today.   more...

Brentwood: Pam set to unite businesswomen

South Essex businesswomen are uniting in a new group designed to help them stand their ground in the still male-dominated business world.   more...

Witham: Unwelcome pigeons make slippery customers

Traders are calling for action after shoppers slipped on pigeon droppings.   more...

Thurrock: Shell Haven plans under spotlight

A public meeting to discuss P&O's plans for Shell Haven is to be held next week.   more...

Southend: Profits boost for airport

Southend Airport has reported a massive jump in profits in the year ending in March, sparking calls for cash to be ploughed into a different plan for its expansion.   more...

Essex News

Billericay: AGM for business group

The Billericay branch of Business and Professional Women (BPW) is holding its annual general meeting (AGM) at the Fold Arts Centre on Thursday January 17.   more...

Essex: Ambulance service exceeding targets

Essex Ambulance Service is continuing to exceed the Government emergency response times despite an increased demand from the public.   more...

Essex: Schools sitting on massive cash pot

Schools in Essex have millions of pounds stashed away despite the ongoing crisis in recruiting and retaining teachers.   more...

Essex: Caution urged on county's roads

Police and highway experts are warning Essex drivers that it is still possible to lose control of a car in icy conditions even if a road is gritted.   more...

Essex: Queen's Jubilee snub

Political leaders and local people today spoke of their dismay after Essex was snubbed in the Queen's nationwide Golden Jubilee tour.   more...

Vange: Electricity sub-station risk

Youngsters are at risk of being electrocuted by an unfenced sub-station, it was claimed today.   more...

Frinton: Move to sell ice creams is frozen out

Plans to sell ice creams from Frinton's prized seafront have been given the cold shoulder.   more...

Witham: Unwelcome pigeons make slippery customers

Traders are calling for action after shoppers slipped on pigeon droppings.   more...

Ingatestone: Centre gets helping hand from villagers

A centre for people with learning difficulties and a hospice have received a cash boosts thanks to the crafty work of villagers.   more...

Maldon: Funding bid to secure jobs

A bid to secure major European funding is being made to ensure hundreds of years of maritime history are preserved in Maldon.   more...

Town put on world map

Maldon is celebrating after a winter influx of international visitors.   more...

Jaywick: Spine road backed

The go-ahead for a project which will provide Jaywick with the second stage of its new spine road has been given the thumbs up by an MP.   more...

Colchester: Public to be consulted on new healthcare centre

Plans for a healthcare centre in Colchester will be put out for consultation in the next few months.   more...

Essex: Teenage girl raped by 'taxi driver'

A teenage girl was raped in a taxi after the driver pulled into a field in Essex.   more...

Colchester: Hello, hello it's police van man

After mobile libraries, grocers and hairdressers, Colchester police are getting to the heart of the community in a mobile police station.   more...

Benfleet: Pavement lights smashed

Vandals have been blamed after dozens of decorative pavement lights were smashed over the new year holiday.   more...

Essex: Recycle festive waste plea

Essex County Council is encouraging residents to increase recycling levels in 2002 starting with their Christmas waste.   more...

Essex: Bright outlook for street lights

An £18 million highways maintenance contract should ensure public street lighting in north Essex will get a bit brighter this winter.   more...

Essex: Cash boost for health trusts

Patients in north Essex are due to receive an extra £1.2 million after years of "underfunding".   more...

Brightlingsea: Restoration plans for historic tower

A landmark Brightlingsea folly, once threatened with demolition, looks set to be restored.   more...

Clacton: Mum's pride at Sade honour

The proud mother of sultry songstress Sade today told of her delight at her daughter's award in the New Year's honours list.   more...

Brentwood: Pam set to unite businesswomen

South Essex businesswomen are uniting in a new group designed to help them stand their ground in the still male-dominated business world.   more...

Tendring: Sailors praised for heeding warnings

Lifeboat crews around the Tendring coast had a quieter year than usual but still launched almost 150 times   more...

Brentwood: Postal problems increase

The advent of the New Year has seen the area's postal problems turn from bad to worse with late or no deliveries as staff face an uncertain future in the wake of job losses at Consignia.   more...

Essex Sevendays

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Essex Sport

Darts: Jaws battles into Skol semi-final

Colin 'Jaws' Lloyd produced the performance of his career to knock out Richie Burnett and reach the semi-finals of the 2002 PDC Skol World Darts Championship.   more...

Soccer: Rovers double signing boost

Great Wakering Rovers last night made a huge double signing as they stepped up their bid for honoures in the most successful season in the club's history.   more...

Essex,Southend News

Southend: Cut in police boats 'outrageous'

Plans to cut the number of marine police boats in Essex have been branded "outrageous" by a Southend councillor.   more...

Southend: £5.1M sale of Mercedes company

One of Southend's oldest motor companies has been sold of in a £5.1million deal, it was revealed today.   more...

Southend: Large organisations set for business park

Much of a newly developed business park in Southend could be let to two "extremely large organisations", it was revealed today.   more...

Southend: Profits boost for airport

Southend Airport has reported a massive jump in profits in the year ending in March, sparking calls for cash to be ploughed into a different plan for its expansion.   more...

Southend: Sheltered homes plans set to be rejected

Southend councillors are set to reject latest plans to redevelop one of the flagship sites in the town, it was revealed today.   more...

Thorpe Bay: Reece's silent world

The doting parents of a tot affected with a rare condition have launched a desperate appeal to release him from a life of silence.   more...

Essex,Southend Sport

Soccer: Southend FA Cup tie off

Southend United's third round FA Cup tie with Tranmere Rovers has been called off following a pitch inspection this afternoon.  more...

Tennis: Rivers and Wynn take the cup

Steve Wynn and Bryan Rivers were the toast of Westcliff Lawn after their doubles win clinched the Jubilee Cup for the club.   more...

Essex,Thurrock News

Chadwell St Mary: Residents fight mast application

Residents opposed to a proposed mobile phone mast in Chadwell St Mary are taking the fight to mobile phone giants with a 500-signature petition.   more...

Orsett: Change of hospital plans sought

Health chiefs are asking for permission to change planning conditions relating to Orsett Hospital so more of the site can be used for medical activities.   more...

Thurrock: Shell Haven plans under spotlight

A public meeting to discuss P&O's plans for Shell Haven is to be held next week.   more...

Grays: Pavilion hit by vandals for third time

A pavilion used by local families and social groups has been hit by vandals for the third time in the last four months.   more...

Thurrock: Road death figures shock

Road deaths in Thurrock have rocketed by 300 per cent in the last year, figures released this week show.   more...

Thurrock: New award available for medical students

Students from Thurrock heading for university to study medical related courses are being invited to share their vision of 21st Century healthcare - and win £500 towards course fees.   more...

Essex,Thurrock Sport

Soccer: Grays bidding for runners-up spot

Grays are having to reluctantly admit that Canvey Island will probably win the Ryman Premier title.   more...

  
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