Stories for 7 February 2005

Basildon,Echo,Essex News

Basildon: Mum worried sick about missing son

A mum today told how she went "out of her mind" with worry after her son vanished for more than five hours after he was chased by a gang of thugs.  more...

Pitsea: Woman's lucky escape after sofa fire

A young woman had a lucky escape after a smoldering cigarette set her couch on fire while she was asleep.   more...

Laindon: Second home destroyed by fire

Arsonists are being blamed for a fierce fire which ripped apart a Laindon home.   more...

Wickford: Businesses in High Street black-out

A popular Wickford bar was forced to close following a power cut in the town centre.  more...

Chelmsford News

Essex: More stops in rail timetable

Train operators one are introducing timetable changes including extra stops at Kelvedon following an uproar over services.  more...

Echo,Essex News

Westcliff: Flats plan rejected

Plans for futuristic high-rise flats on Westcliff seafront have been thrown out.   more...

Thundersley: Memorial garden daffodils "blitzed" by council.

Bungling council workers have shredded thousands of daffodils in a memorial garden which were just about to bloom in the springtime.   more...

Basildon: £7 million sell-off plan to create "futuristic" school

A school will take on a futuristic look if plans to sell off some of its land go ahead.   more...

Billericay: "Law change for my dead boy" - mum

The mum of a 15-year-old boy killed in a car crash was today praised for playing a key role in winning changes to driving laws.   more...

Southend: Mayor's march on Downing Street over cuts

Southend's mayor is to march on Downing Street demanding Government action to stop services being slashed because of drastic budget cuts.   more...

Basildon: Council meeting was "most disgraceful ever"

Basildon Council was today in crisis after what was described as the "most disgraceful ever" meeting of councillors.   more...

Shoebury: Thug thumps bus driver and steals takings

The Arriva driver was punched in the face by a man wearing a chunky sovereign ring, leaving him bruised and with blurred vision.   more...

South Essex: Drivers told to steer clear of busy road

Police today warned drivers to avoid a busy stretch of the A13 which is creating a major headache for motorists.   more...

Echo,Essex Sport

Football: England call-up for Marney

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dean Marney has been selected for the England U21 squad.   more...

Football: Freddy dreams of debut repeat

SOUTHEND United striker Freddy Eastwood is hoping to fire the Shrimpers to another spectacular victory over Swansea at the Vetch Field tomorrow.   more...

Golf: Colin unveiled as new skip

Popular long-standing member Colin Tucker drove in as Rochford Hundred's new club captain in front of a full house.   more...

Rugby League: Injuries put pressure on Eels cup bow

Essex Eels face an injury crisis as they prepare for their Challenge Cup debut on Saturday.   more...

Essex Business

Tolleshunt Knights: Mr Minor makes plans for major changes

A new manager at one of Essex's largest sports complexes has fitness on his mind.   more...

Maldon: New internet club launch

An internet business club has been launched in the Maldon district.   more...

Essex: More jobs to go

More jobs are set to go in the financial services sector .   more...

Essex Tilburyfc

Bleak days at Chadfields

Tilbury 0, Maldon Town 7  more...

Essex,Eveninggazette Sport

Soccer: Colchester United 0-1 Blackpool (Coca-Cola League One)

It was possibly the most cruel and harsh way to lose a match.   more...

Eveninggazette Colchester United

Soccer: Colchester United 0-1 Blackpool (Coca-Cola League One)

It was possibly the most cruel and harsh way to lose a match.   more...

Soccer: Time to regroup says Parky

Colchester United boss Phil Parkinson was today rallying his troops.   more...

Eveninggazette News

North Essex: Huge interest in A120 route

Hundreds of people have flocked to a series of exhibitions as part of the consultation process for a major new road.   more...

Colchester, Great Bentley: Force mourns loss of colleague and friend

Colchester police are mourning the death of Paul Gibson, the division's administration manager.   more...

Witham: Mums get much more space at their new meeting place

A mother and baby group is enjoying its spacious new surroundings.   more...

Colchester: Enter the dragon in year of the rooster

Hundreds of people have been finding out what Chinese New Year is all about.   more...

Colchester: Jerry director gives cast some pointers

The musical director of controversial hit show Jerry Springer the Opera has been making sure young divas hit the right notes without a four-letter word in sight.   more...

Ardleigh: Man saved by firefighters

An investigation has been launched after a man was rescued from a smoke-filled house.   more...

Witham: Cannabis seized

Police seized cannabis plants with a street value of up to £300,000 from a house in Witham.   more...

Maldon: Record sale!

A seven-inch single worth £750 was among thousands of records available on the first day of a special charity shop event in Maldon.   more...

Clacton: Heroes to be praised for rescue

Three heroes who rescued a woman and her grandaughter from drowning in the sea off Clacton are to receive prestigious awards for their bravery.   more...

Witham, Chelmsford: Hospice all of a flutter

A generous group of gamblers has raised £1,500 for a hospice.   more...

Clacton: Stabbing at nightspot

A doorman at a nightspot was today recovering after being stabbed twice.   more...

Braintree: Police issue appeal over woman's death

A woman found dead on the A120 after being struck by a police vehicle has been named.   more...

Walton: Silence reigns at library, for now

Silence will still be golden at Walton library, for the time being.   more...

Thorpe-Le-Soken: Dog dirt fine cut by £325 on appeal

Pet owner Geoffrey Haig-Thomas has vowed to clean up his act after he won a dog fouling court appeal.   more...

Cressing: Temple of rock planned

The Braintree district is getting ready for another huge night of music.   more...

Clacton: Special needs group in crisis

A group set up to provide vital help for parents with children with special needs is facing a cash crisis.   more...

Braintree: Women's naked ambition pays off

Braintree's very own calendar girls who bared all have handed over the fruits of their labours to a good cause.   more...

Colchester: Murder charge - two Paras named

Two more of the seven Colchester-based British Paras charged with the murder of an Iraqi civilian have been named by the Government   more...

Chelmsford: Army and Navy pub site to be developed

Plans have been unveiled for the site of the landmark Army and Navy pub in Chelmsford.   more...

Bradwell: Group records 'wind farm noise'

A protest group drew first blood in the fight to win people's opinions when an energy company showed its onshore wind farm proposals for Bradwell.   more...

North Essex: A120 homeowners due compensation

Compensation cash could be landing in the pockets of hundreds of Essex homeowners affected by the planned new A120 route.   more...

Colchester: Chariot track chance

Colchester's amazing Roman discovery is being opened up for the public to explore again.   more...

Great Leighs, Chelmsford: 'Miracle' of cancer girl

A girl is hoping to get the all-clear after battling terminal cancer.   more...

North Essex: Police staff still off work

Two members of police staff being investigated after cash went missing remain suspended on full pay.   more...

Colchester: Church marks 100 years of worship

Churchgoers have been celebrating a special birthday in their parish.   more...

Dovercourt: Fresh plea for missing Phong

Police have renewed their appeal in the search for a missing 14-year-old boy.   more...

Eveninggazette Sport

Soccer; Sheffield United 0-2 Ipswich Town (Coca Cola Championship)

In a season of considerably more highs than lows, life has never been sweeter for Ipswich Town.   more...

Soccer: Unsworth hailed by Miller

Tommy Miller hailed the impact of new signing David Unsworth after Ipswich Town's vital 2-0 success at Sheffield United.   more...

Soccer: Time to regroup says Parky

Colchester United boss Phil Parkinson was today rallying his troops.   more...

Southend,Echo,Essex News

Hadleigh: Unnamed business to save hall?

Eleventh hour talks with a local business could see a vital community hall remaining open, it has been revealed.  more...

Southend: Controversial Priory Park plan gets Government approval

A Government inspector has finally backed a controversial road scheme next to Southend's Priory Park, putting an end to five years of debate and acrimonious protests.   more...

Rochford: Woman seriously hurt by reversing car

A woman suffered serious head injuries when she was involved in a collision with a car as it reversed out of a parking space.  more...

Southend: Sailor in around-the-world race

A Southend-born sailor was today showing his grit by taking part in the world's most lucrative non-stop round-the-world yacht race.  more...

Southend,Echo,Essex Sport

Football: Joy of six ended for Rovers

AFTER seemingly rescuing their season with an undefeated run of six games, Wakering are in danger of again being dragged into the Southern League Division One East relegation area.  more...

Football: Lawrence sings Hammers' praises

IT was left to visiting boss Lennie Lawrence to highlight the switch in West Ham's fortunes illustrated by yesterday's 1-0 win over Cardiff City.  more...

Football: Home advantage for Canvey in FA Trophy

CANVEY Island have been drawn at home as they bid to make the quarter-finals of the FA Trophy.  more...

Rugby League: Eels miss out on cup shock

ESSEX Eels took their Challenge Cup bow, but suffered a 44-12 defeat to Pennine League high-fliers Elland.  more...

Football: Tilly hails Southend character

BLUES boss Steve Tilson was quick to praise his team's character following the 1-1 draw at the Vetch Field on Friday.  more...

Football: Billericay maintain Premier pressure

WITH 10 of their remaining 16 Ryman Premier games due at New Lodge, Billericay Town must be fancied for at least a place in the play-offs.  more...

Thurrock News

Campaign to keep local wardens

COMMUNITY representatives are up in arms following news that Thurrock Council may centralise its street and park wardens.  more...

Thurrock Sport

Grays march on - East Thurrock bloom

GRAYS's fine season continued with an emphatic victory in the FA Trophy on Saturday, but there was disappointment on Sunday for Thurrock who bowed out at Slough.  more...

  
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