Stories for 13 September 2007

Basildon Recorder News

Grants of up to £5,000 for charities

CHARITIES could receive a cash injection of up to £5,000 to expand their community initiatives, thanks to the Echo.   more...

Billericay Weekly News News

Lessons in ooh-la-la!

TARTS, arts and towers made from straws helped Stock Church of England Primary School celebrate their first French lessons.   more...

Police are hunting pool cue attackers

A MAN was left with a large cut on his head after he was attacked by thugs wielding pool cues.   more...

Rugby club calls for World Cup recycling

A RUGBY club has teamed up with a council to urge fans to scrummage around for empty cans, bottles and other recyclable materials during this year's Rugby World Cup.   more...

Thrills aplenty for visitors to huge countryside spectacular

HELICOPTER trips and steam engine rides were among the sky-high thrills enjoyed by thousands of revellers who made a pit stop at the Essex Country Show over the weekend.   more...

Grants of up to £5,000 for charities

CHARITIES could receive a cash injection of up to £5,000 to expand their community initiatives, thanks to the Echo.   more...

Tony Dulieu killing: Hunt for car clues

DETECTIVES investigating the gangland slaying of three men say information about two cars could lead to vital clues to the murders.   more...

Floral tributes mark spot of triple shooting

TWO floral tributes in the shape of Arsenal shirts mark the spot where three men were gunned down.   more...

Billericay Weekly News Sport

Holly is on form for Hannakins

Hannakins Ladies 7 Braintree Town Ladies 4   more...

Jones' men must progress in cup

BILLERICAY Town go into action on Saturday knowing they are on a hiding to nothing as their FA Cup campaign gets underway.   more...

Braintree And Witham Times News

Pupils get exam results following investigation

PUPILS whose exam results were delayed following an investigation have now been given their marks.   more...

Grabbed the ad's

A takeaway to remember!   more...

Brentwood Weekly News News

Grants of up to £5,000 for charities

CHARITIES could receive a cash injection of up to £5,000 to expand their community initiatives, thanks to the Echo.   more...

No new hall for Ursuline

PLANS for a new school hall in Warley have been abandoned.   more...

Appealing Jade given BB benefit over driving ban

CELEBRITY Big Brother star Jade Goody is back behind the wheel after successfully overturning an earlier driving ban.   more...

Aircraft crash father and daughter named

A FATHER and his daughter who died when their light aircraft crashed into a field have been named by police.   more...

New lease of life for Victorian building used as care home

A former care home dating back to the 19th century will be transformed into residential properties after councillors approved a planning application.   more...

Students cheer national team

WHEN the Rugby World Cup kicked off in France, 27 players from Sawyers Hall College rugby teams were there to cheer on England.   more...

Belt up – or pay up

DRIVERS who don't belt up will be the target of a roadside roadshow in Brentwood today, Monday.   more...

A third of blankets were dangerous

ALMOST a third of electric blankets tested at Brentwood Town Hall were faulty, alarming figures from the council have revealed.   more...

Police call for better car security

CAR owners are being urged to be careful about where they leave ignition keys and what they leave visible in cars after a series of recent crimes.   more...

Bike business backs motorcycle stunt rider

A COMPANY is supporting the Essex Air Ambulance for its biggest fundraiser of the year.   more...

Top 10 students make the grade

STUDENTS at a Hutton school have achieved such high exam marks in A-levels and GCSEs they are in the national top ten for the subjects.   more...

Daredevils wanted

ORGANISERS of the Emily Harvey Jenkins Appeal are looking for 45 people willing to bounce around above Hutton Community Centre.   more...

Centre under repair

THE council information centre in Brentwood High Street is to close for three weeks for refurbishment.   more...

Brentwood Weekly News Sport

Brentwood’s glory hunt still on track

Ryman League Division 1 North, September 8   more...

Tiptree challenge will test Brentwood

Brentwood take on Tiptree United this Saturday, at 3pm, for an FA Cup First Qualifying Round tie.   more...

Brentwood U16s’ Maldon trial

Brentwood Town U16s 1 Maldon Town 2   more...

Chelmsford Weekly News News

Grants of up to £5,000 for charities

CHARITIES could receive a cash injection of up to £5,000 to expand their community initiatives, thanks to the Echo.   more...

Clacton And Frinton Gazette News

Weeley: It's a family affair at 5km run

AS Lisa Finch and her daughter Ella make their way round a 5km fun run, there will be one person on their minds.   more...

Tendring: Ward is saved

THE Peter Bruff ward has been saved!   more...

Jaywick: Close the park?

A NEW bylaw should be introduced to stop a park being used by louts late into the night, a councillor has claimed.   more...

St Osyth: Residents' DIY road reopened

A COMMUNITY who banded together to repair a potholed road celebrated their efforts with a street party.   more...

Postbag: Fury at criticism

I REFER to an article in last week's Gazette where a visitor from Surrey complained at the amount of dog poo on the beaches in Frinton.   more...

Clacton: Mother's 9/11 grief

ON the sixth anniversary of 9/11, one Clacton mother laid a flower in memory of the "best son in the world".   more...

Tendring Talk: September 13

The idea of setting up a unitary authority in Tendring, where we would throw off the shackles of Essex County Council and run our own affairs entirely might, at first glance, seem a little ambitious.   more...

Holland-on-Sea: Cliff fans reunite

TWO Cliff Richard fans have been reunited after nearly 44 years thanks to the Gazette.   more...

St Osyth: Caravan owners form group to fight fence ban

A BAND of caravan owners have formed a group to fight management rules at a holiday park.   more...

Clacton: Hoping to help in the Gambia

WHEN Martin Englefield first went on holiday to the Gambia, the poverty he encountered there broke his heart.   more...

Echo News

Grill caused fire in old timbers

A BLAZE which razed Orsett Hall to the ground was started by timber beams in the kitchen catching alight, an investigation has revealed.   more...

Giant ride clear to take off

ADRENALIN junkies will have a new way to test their mettle, after Adventure Island was given permission to build its latest ride.   more...

Consultations over the croissants...

VOTERS have been telling election officials where they think local polling stations should be sited for future elections in Castle Point.   more...

Jo-Jo’s bid to be a future star

A SWIMMER with the young British disabled team is hoping to win a regional competition to help her become a star of the future.   more...

Paddling for Rebecca

SIX determined adults are whipping out their paddles for a 60-mile waterway challenge to raise money for a paralysed teenager.   more...

Paris cycle challenge to test mum-of-five

A MUM-OF-FIVE has embarked on a tough charity challenge.   more...

Kirsty's Great Wall trek

A woman is planning to trek along the Great Wall of China to raise cash for a cerebral palsy charity.   more...

Row over demolition costs for care home

A ROW has erupted over the £250,000 cost of demolishing a care home.   more...

100 new teachers arrive

MORE than 100 newly qualified teachers have been welcomed to Thurrock in a special ceremony organised by the council.   more...

Radio link will help stores in fight against crime

A RADIO network is being set up to help shopkeepers in Wickford fight crime.   more...

Floral tributes mark spot of triple shooting

TWO floral tributes in the shape of Arsenal shirts mark the spot where three men were gunned down.   more...

Shame of preacher who beat his lover

A PREACHER who beat his partner because he thought her clothes were too revealing has walked free from court.   more...

Rail strike called off

STRIKE action due to hit One railway passengers tomorrow and Monday has been called off, the company has confirmed.   more...

The art of surviving

LESS than two years ago, Michael Webb was sleeping rough, his "home" a tiny dome tent, pitched in a public toilet on the   more...

Charity ride for Scott

FUNDRAISERS will cycle 350 miles without leaving Billericay High Street to pay for a walking frame for a physically and mentally handicapped young man.   more...

Winning slimmer Jo dropped ten sizes

A WOMAN who shed more than six stone has won a county-wide slimming competition.   more...

Meet Doctor Danny!

PARALYMPIC medal hero Danny Crates will get an honorary degree.   more...

Novel idea’s three years on the road

A SERVICE described as a "godsend" by the elderly is celebrating its third birthday.   more...

Pretty as a picture postcard!

ORSETT is blooming lovely - and that's official!   more...

Man cleared of growing cannabis

A MAN accused of growing more than 600 cannabis plants has walked free from court.   more...

Jetty is doomed

A SOUTHEND seafront eyesore jetty is being demolished.   more...

Our dog was shot with an airgun

A DOG may be crippled for life by an airgun pellet fired into its back - narrowly avoiding two young girls who were walking it.   more...

Nine flats rejected at car showroom site

PLANS to convert a car showroom in the heart of Leigh into a block of flats and offices have been rejected.   more...

Tractor boys for the day!

FOUR hard-working school pupils earned themselves a "wheel" nice treat at Barleylands, thanks to their top class attendance records.   more...

Drug stash DJ avoids jail term

A TEENAGE DJ who was caught with a large stash of cocaine and cannabis in his bedroom, and almost £10,000 cash, has walked free from court.   more...

Death of cyclist: Witness appeal

POLICE have appealed again for witnesses to a smash which instantly killed a cyclist.   more...

Hotel hosts Alzheimer’s day

CARERS are set to mark the 101st World Alzheimer's Day on September 21.   more...

Seven-storey block plans turned down

PLANS for a grass-roofed building hailed by planning officers as "gateway into Southend" have been rejected by the council's development control committee.   more...

Will our banger make it to Italy?

THREE banger-racing fans are setting off on a four-day road trip through Europe to raise £1,500 for Little Havens Children's Hospice.   more...

Grants of up to £5,000 for charities

CHARITIES could receive a cash injection of up to £5,000 to expand their community initiatives, thanks to the Echo.   more...

Head had his heart set on top school job

NOBODY can ever say Robin Bevan, the new headmaster of Southend High School for Boys, came by the job by chance. In fact, he'd had his heart set on it for some time.   more...

Echo Sport

Gooch: Nurture English talent

ESSEX legend Graham Gooch believes the county should concentrate on developing young English players rather than relying on cheaper foreign imports.   more...

It's second time unlucky for Andrew

BASILDON cricketer Andrew McGarry has been released by Essex for a second time.   more...

Essex County Standard News

Give my bike back! Pensioner's plea.

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Treasured memories of Layer Road recorded

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Colchester memory man in world championships

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Vulnerable residents urged to get get flu vaccine

VULNERABLE residents are being told to take advantage of the potentially the life-saving weapon which will help them fight flu this winter.   more...

Fancy a Pint?

PINTS, inches, miles, pounds and ounces are finally here stay.   more...

Poker now allowed in pubs

HALF a pint of lager and a packet of cards please.   more...

Gazette Features

Shop happy? What we look for when we buy...

During a mystery shopping survey to find what it was like to shop in Colchester, one small store scored particularly badly.   more...

Gazette News

Colchester: Town hits regional high for homeless

The number of homeless people in Colchester is among the highest in the east of England.   more...

Colchester: Congestion after van fire

Emergency services were called to Clingoe Hill, Colchester, after a van caught fire.   more...

Colchester: Blooming great!

Colchester is celebrating after retaining its best city crown in the 2007 Anglia in Bloom competition.   more...

North Essex: The policeman, the prostitute, ...and the burger

A policeman has been found guilty of kerb-crawling.   more...

Dovercourt: Office worker’s lucky crash escape

A worker had a lucky escape after an accident in which a car ended up in the front of an office.   more...

Dovercourt: Petition calls for road safety action

A campaigning councillor is calling for action to improve safety for both pedestrians and motorists at a dangerous junction.   more...

Kelvedon: Fatal crash witness appeal

Police have made a renewed appeal for information after the death of a cyclist on the A12 on Monday.   more...

Colchester: Town smokers are stubbing it out

Colchester's smokers have stuck to the law and stubbed their cigarettes as they go inside.   more...

North Essex: Psychiatric wards escape closure

The Peter Bruff ward has been saved.   more...

North Essex: Sweet smell of success for stations

North Essex commuter stations have come out smelling of roses in the latest Anglia in Bloom awards.   more...

St Osyth: Man has lucky escape

A man had a lucky escape after a kitchen fire in his home.   more...

St Osyth: World record breaker’s joy

Cameron Lloyd is a world-beater.   more...

Colchester: Eyes down for last call?

Calls of house' could take on new significance for a Colchester bingo hall as it faces demolition in a multi-million pound regeneration project.   more...

Great Horkesley: Plans for 9,000 chickens at farm

A farm could start a business producing free range eggs.   more...

Colchester: Chance to run your own pub

A pub near the ongoing Colchester Garrison redevelopment is up for sale.   more...

Manningtree: Cash boost for theatre company

A globe-trotting theatre group based in Manningtree has received a cash boost.   more...

Colchester: Town charity is singled out

A charity which supports children and teenagers in Colchester has been highlighted as an example for mental health services nationwide.   more...

Lawford: Play area back in the swing of fun

A village is swinging with joy after another play area for youngsters was upgraded with the latest equipment.   more...

Lawford: The strange case of the appearing road signs

A mysterious case of appearance and disappearance in a village has left residents a bit confused.   more...

Dovercourt: Food factory facing probe

Health and safety chiefs are to investigate a Dovercourt rice factory.   more...

Colchester: 219 more homes at hospital site

Plans to continue building at a former hospital site have moved forward with another 219 houses in the pipeline.   more...

North Essex: Constables up for sale

Three early paintings by the artist John Constable are due to go under the hammer later this month.   more...

Colchester: Mum’s delight at beating disease

A delighted mum who survived a killer disease is celebrating the first birthday of the daughter she thought she'd never have.   more...

Stansted: Airport shatters passenger record

Records have been smashed as latest passenger figures show August was Stansted's busiest month ever.   more...

North Essex: Policeman guilty of kerb crawling

A policeman has been found guilty of kerb-crawling.   more...

Little Oakley: Classic tractor driver gets that sinking feeling

A four-metre deep pond proved more than a match for a much-loved tractor.   more...

Essex: Independent review of killers’ case welcomed

A former bouncer turner author who has championed the case of two men convicted of the notorious Rettendon slayings has welcomed the latest bid to free the men.   more...

Halstead Gazette News

Hiker heads home after 500 miles

A hardy hiker trekked 500 miles through hailstone storms and fog, up hazardous mountain paths for a personal challenge.   more...

Airport spells danger for old buildings, inquiry hears

Severe and irreversible damage will be caused to listed buildings if Stansted Airport expands, an inquiry will hear.   more...

This year Windemere, next year The Channel, says Chris

A channel swimmer in the making completed his longest swim yet, at Lake Windermere, Cumbria.   more...

Footballers reunited

A football Club is celebrating its centenery with players from the past.   more...

Fun-filled day for all

Children had a wonderful time at a village fun day.   more...

Cycle ride brings horses, cyclists and wedding together

Horse lovers hoofed their way round a charity ride and stride, with help from their four legged friend.   more...

Earls Colne- the safest place to live?

More crimes are solved in Earls Colne than any surrounding towns or villages, Police figures show.   more...

Harwich And Manningtree Standard News

Dovercourt: Swans Attacked By Youngsters

TWO boys were spotted stoning swans near Dovercourt Swimming Pool.   more...

Dovercourt: Girls Encouraged to Take Up Cricket

A GIRLS' cricket tournament has been launched in a bid to attract them to the sport.   more...

Lawford: Council's Plan To Provide The Best

A VILLAGE is swinging with joy after another play area for youngsters was upgraded with the latest equipment.   more...

Lawford, Mistley and Manningtree: Footy Scheme Looks Set To Continue

A CRIME-BUSTING football scheme looks set to continue after reports of nuisance youths fell while it was running.   more...

Lawford: Village Venue For Summit Launch

AN ENVIRONMENTAL summit setting out the green future of Essex has been launched in Lawford.   more...

Mistley: Cash Boost For Skate Park

SKATERS could be rolling, flipping and spinning, well into the future - thanks to a fresh cash injection.   more...

Harwich: New Beauty Facility Set To Open

A NEW school facility is set to be unveiled thanks to an £80,000 investment project.   more...

Southend Standard News

Grants of up to £5,000 for charities

CHARITIES could receive a cash injection of up to £5,000 to expand their community initiatives, thanks to the Echo.   more...

Thurrock Gazette News

Harry's inventive way to beat graffiti

A PENSIONER claims to have invented a new weapon in the battle against graffiti.   more...

Ban over whisky from night before

A WOMAN has been banned from driving after downing a double whisky - the night before she was pulled over by police.   more...

Chance to gain Gazette cash for your charity

CHARITIES could receive a cash injection of up to £5,000 to expand their community initiatives, thanks to the Thurrock Gazette.   more...

  
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