Stories for 11 June 2007

Clacton And Frinton Gazette News

Clacton: Four arrested after murder probe launched

A murder investigation is underway following the death of a 29-year-old man in Clacton.   more...

Clacton: Accident leads to four in hospital

A FEMALE driver sustained serious head injuries in a road traffic accident on St John's Road in Clacton yesterday.   more...

Clacton: PCSO to meet PM

A POLICE community support officer from Clacton will met Tony Blair at a special ceremony.   more...

Echo News

c2c delays predicted

TRAIN passengers face disruption on the c2c line this week.   more...

Wacky wedding day!

A COUPLE tied the knot "in stitches" after everyone except the bride turned up to the wedding in fancy dress.   more...

Parking curb to drive away rail commuters

Parking limits will be imposed on streets surrounding a train station to help reduce commuter parking.   more...

Doris hits 100...thanks to her genes

A WOMAN has just celebrated her 100th birthday - and she might well have her genes to thanks for it.   more...

Europe-wide hunt for Basildon redeveloper

INTERNATIONAL developers will start vying for the contract to carry out the £900million reconstruction of Basildon town centre within a fortnight.   more...

Beehive is abuzz with painters

VOLUNTEERS gave a community centre a makeover and got a slice of pizza in return.   more...

Help to decide the future of Billericay

AN EXHIBITION will be held to kickstart a consultation over the future of Billericay.   more...

Haulage boss faces £32,000 green bill

A HAULAGE firm boss claims a new "low emission zone" could cost his business about £32,000 - and may force others out of business.   more...

Best feet forward

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Chinese-style boat races mark birthday

DRAGON boat races will be helping to celebrate Hanningfield Reservoir's 50th birthday in September.   more...

More post offices could shut

A GOVERNMENT minister has refused to rule out more post office closures in Southend as part of a national shake-up.   more...

‘Police helicopter is hounding travellers’

TRAVELLERS have accused police of hounding them with the force helicopter.   more...

Violent kidnappers hunted by police

A MAN was beaten and kidnapped by three men who threatened to set him fire to him in a terrifying two-hour ordeal.   more...

Traveller cannot live in home

A MUM who bought her home from a woman who fought a seven-year legal battle to keep it has been refused permission to stay there.   more...

Emily’s charity day is inspired by grandad

A TEN-year-old girl has organised her own fundraising event to raise awareness of Alzheimer's disease.   more...

Family centre leaves church

A CENTRE that provides vital care to families has moved from a controversial church to start afresh in new premises.   more...

Restaurant makeover for park cafe

AN UPMARKET family restaurant and cafe is set to open in time for the summer holidays.   more...

Ace! Youngsters try revamped courts

PUPILS tried out revamped tennis courts before they were opened to the public.   more...

Tudor row: ‘Centre remains well used’

A CENTRE built with community money will still be well used despite the departure of its biggest tenant, a leading councillor has pledged.   more...

Where were you when we held meetings?

A COUNCILLOR has expressed disappointment meetings to decide the future of 800 acres of land were poorly attended.   more...

Forced out of home...by cats

AN eco-warrior has found himself in an impossible position: Live in a home that brings on asthma attacks, or break his curfew order and face arrest.   more...

Help remember my son

A DOTING dad is appealing for help in organising a fundraising event in memory of his son, who died in a road accident.   more...

Cheryl, Kimberley, Nadine, Nicola, Sarah – and a limo from Benfleet!

A COMPANY is having one of its cars shown off to the nation in an advert featuring pop stars Girls Aloud.   more...

House quota ‘puts way of life at risk’

BUILDING 1,800 new homes in Rayleigh without road improvements, new schools and doctors will threaten the way of life in the town, a leading councillor says.   more...

Can’t get to the shops? Our service can help

A FREE shopping delivery service has been launched.   more...

Uphill struggle for me to recycle, says boss

A BUSINESSMAN has accused the Government and local authorities of failing to support companies that want to recycle commercial waste.   more...

Firefighters back blitz to stick to speed limit

FIREFIGHTERS have given their backing to a road safety campaign asking drivers to stick to the speed limit.   more...

‘Greener zone could ruin haulage firms’

A HAULAGE firm boss claims a new "low emission zone" in London could cost his business around £32,000.   more...

Five thousand women race for life

MORE than 5,000 women united to raise cash to battle cancer at this year's Race for Life event in Basildon.   more...

Volunteers thanked for their dedication

STALWART volunteers who tirelessly work in the community have been honoured at a garden party.   more...

Question those in power in your area

RESIDENTS will have an opportunity to question councillors and share concerns at a series of neighbourhood meetings across the borough.   more...

Past conflicts display

MEMORABILIA from past conflicts will be on display for history enthusiasts during a weekend exhibition on Canvey.   more...

Brave youngster needs your help

A BRAVE youngster and his family are hoping he will soon be able to move more easily by raising enough money for a new powerchair.   more...

Any Dream... winner's dream ticket

IF former Southend schoolboy Lee Mead figured he had earned a rest after his gruelling stint in the BBC's Any Dream Will Do, he was in for a rude shock.   more...

Welcome to Lakeside’s futuristic new cinema

FILM lovers will be able to enjoy cinema in a whole new way - with the help of huge beanbags, reclining seats and up-to-the-minute technology.   more...

Car ends up on roof in crash

A CAR ended up on its roof after a crash between two vehicles in Thorpe Bay.   more...

Minister’s response 'was insulting'

FREEDOM of Information Act requests to private companies contracted to Government bodies came under the spotlight in Parliament.   more...

Just chill says bishop

A BISHOP from Leigh has caused a worldwide stir with his latest book which urges people to relax and slow down.   more...

Smoking ban is another good reason to quit

WHEN the ban on smoking in public places comes into force on July 1, nicotine addicts are going to find life getting increasingly difficult.   more...

Nursery owner in final

THE owner of a nursery has reached the final of a national awards scheme for people working in childcare.   more...

Two hurt in road smash

TWO people were injured in a road smash which left one car on its roof and another on its side in a garden.   more...

Karen Hardy to open school fete

LUCKY youngsters will be twirling for joy when a special celebrity guest opens their summer fete.   more...

Photo show puts dogs in the frame

THEY say you can't teach an old dog new tricks, so if Crufts is out of the question for your prized pet, it could still be a winner in a charity dog show with a difference.   more...

Police to give away free purse chains

FREE purse chains will be on offer as part of a battle against pickpockets.   more...

Muslim centre: Why the delay?

MUSLIMS have accused Basildon Council of failing them because their community centre is still a gutted wreck nine months after arsonists torched it.   more...

Native Americans back travellers

A TEAM of Native Americans is the latest international group to show support for travellers at Dale Farm.   more...

Monster truck fun

WATCHING more than four tonnes of metal fly through the air before it crashes down to destroy a row of cars is an awesome sight.   more...

£30k centre offers high-tech learning

A PRIMARY school has opened a new £30,000 library and computer centre.   more...

Stab threat to phone robbery victim

ROBBERS knocked a man unconscious and threatened to stab a teenage boy so they could steal their mobile phones.   more...

Family's threat to sue crash driver

A FAMILY is considering legal action against the driver who wrecked two of its cars.   more...

Fireworks sold to underage boy

A NEWSAGENT has been fined for selling fireworks to an under age boy during an undercover sting.   more...

Police hunt half-naked exposure man

POLICE are looking for a man who exposed himself to a woman out walking.   more...

Students are the toast of the trail

TALENTED students were showered with compliments from art lovers at a public showcase for their work.   more...

Echo Sport

England Under-21s pay the penalty

ENGLAND paid the penalty as Leroy Lita's missed spot-kick cost them victory over the Czech Republic in their opening match of the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Arnhem.   more...

Wickford battle to secure fine draw

WICKFORD captain Matt Bate was a satisfied man after seeing his side secure a spirited draw at Ilford on Saturday.   more...

Spin twins finally end Northants fight

ESSEX got themselves back into the LV County Championship Second Division promotion race with a thumping innings and 41 runs win over Northamptonshire at Chelmsford on Saturday.   more...

Nel bids Essex the fondest of farewells

ESSEX thrashed Sussex by 132 runs to keep their hopes of a place in the last four of the Friends Provident Trophy alive on Sunday.   more...

Gazette Features

Mayor and community on the crest of a wave

Not many people know about Alan Goggin's secret claim to fame.   more...

Gazette News

Clacton: Care home wins glowing report

A seaside care home is celebrating after it scooped top marks in an inspection.   more...

Clacton: Mystery invite to PCSO from No 10

A police community support officer (PCSO) from Clacton will meet Tony Blair at a special ceremony.   more...

Colchester: Hotel to boost town tourism

Colchester's growing tourism trade is set to get a boost thanks to a new hotel.   more...

White Colne: Revving up for great summer rally show

A village show celebrated its 30th year with glorious weather and large crowds.   more...

Colchester: Salute to Queen goes off with a bang... 21, in fact

A thunderous 21-gun salute made sure the Queen's official birthday went with a bang.   more...

Colchester: Man’s lake death is not suspicious

Police investigating the death of a man found in a lake at a Colchester beauty spot have ruled out any suspicious circumstances.   more...

Colchester: Man, 26, abucted girl, 7

A man found guilty of abducting a girl faces a possible jail sentence.   more...

Colchester: Medieval festival attracts thousands

Thousands of history lovers flocked to Colchester medieval festival to enjoy an array of entertainment.   more...

Harwich: A120 misses out on upgrade cash

A transport link leading to an expanding port town has failed to receive potential funding.   more...

Essex: £90,000 in fines given for nuisance behavour

Hooligans were ordered to pay more than £90,000 in fines after being caught causing anti-social behaviour, the Gazette can reveal.   more...

Clacton, St Osyth: Parish against wind farm scheme

Plans for a wind farm between Clacton and St Osyth are being opposed by parish councillors.   more...

Frinton: Anyone else for tennis?

Rain failed to stop play at Frinton's pro-celebrity tennis tournament.   more...

Clacton: Town booze ban is a step nearer

A seaside council is expected to move a step closer to issuing its first town centre booze ban.   more...

Clacton: Murder probe

A murder investigation was today under way following the death of a 29-year-old man in Clacton.   more...

Essex: Police having to wait for pool cars

Traffic police are stuggling with transport because some of their cars are kept 20 miles away, it has been claimed.   more...

Essex: Soldiers’ royal visitor

Essex soldiers on duty in Afghanistan had a royal visitor.   more...

Clacton: Council defends town disruption

Disruptive works to revitalise a town centre have been defended by councillors.   more...

Gazette Sport

Pitt makes Swifts exit

STEVE Pitt has quit his position as manager of WIVENHOE TOWN to take up a post as director of football at HEYBRIDGE SWIFTS.   more...

Halstead Gazette News

Singers make long-livers

"People who enjoy singing seem to be long-livers."   more...

Thurrock Gazette News

Chadwell siege man pleads guilty

A CONVICTED murderer who escaped custody and held his girlfriend's mother hostage in a dramatic siege earlier this year has pleaded guilty to a string of charges.   more...

Widow sues for £¼m over blast death

A WIDOW is suing for £250,000 in damages after her husband was killed in a petrol tanker explosion.   more...

Helping kids stay on right path

WORK by Thurrock Coucil to stop borough youngsters becoming involved in ant-social activities is to be showcased next week.   more...

Chance to sign up at college

THURROCK Adult Community College is holding an enrolment day on Saturday, June 16 at Grays Adult Education Centre in Richmond Road, opposite Grays Park.   more...

War veteran and kids bloomed together

A THURROCK community has united to spruce up its flowerbeds.   more...

Villagers get ready to turn back time

HORNDON on the Hill's annual Feast and Fayre takes a Shakeperian theme this year to reflect the mediaeval history of the village.   more...

Distribution site set to create more jobs

FORTY new jobs could be created following the opening of a new distribution centre at Aveley.   more...

  
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