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Armed police storm Westcliff housing estate after reports of 'men acting suspiciously'
Two men remain in custody after being arrested by police
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Police officers in hospital after unmarked car crashes on Southend road
Two people were taken to hospital with injuries
Van crashes into parked car causing severe damage at business park
A van has caused significant damage to a parked car after crashing into it in Severalls Industrial Estate.
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Another day of disruption as c2c cancel multiple services due to hot weather
c2c passengers across south Essex are experiencing another day of delays and disruption, with the ongoing heatwave continuing to affect rail services.
Police officers taken to hospital after unmarked car crash in Southend
Two Essex Police officers have been injured after a crash while travelling in an unmarked car in Southend this week.
'Avoid area' warning as crews remain at huge industrial unit blaze scene today
Firefighters have spent the night battling a large blaze involving industrial units, vehicles and mobile homes in High Ongar.
All lanes STOPPED and severe delays on M25 following crash
All lanes have been stopped on the M25 anti-clockwise just after the Bell Common Tunnel following a crash.
Former Conservative MP and broadcaster Ann Widdecombe dies aged 78
Ann Widdecombe, who had a long career as a Conservative MP, has died at the age of 78
Fire crews on scene of huge blaze at Essex industrial site
A major fire broke out at a site in High Ongar containing industrial units, vehicles and mobile homes. Essex County Fire and Rescue worked overnight.
Hosepipe ban issued across Essex amid concerns over water supplies
A hosepipe ban has been issued across Essex and the East of England by Anglian Water amid heatwave.
Born between these dates? You could face a longer wait for your free bus pass
People approaching retirement age are facing a longer wait for their free bus pass after State Pension age rules changed.
Abolishing VAR and nationalising Adele - what are Count Binface's main policies?
Count Binface will be standing in the upcoming Clacton by-election, but among abolishing VAR and nationalising Adele, what are his other policies?
Plan for new affordable homes in south Essex refused over 'racetrack' concerns
A proposed development of 20 affordable homes in Wickford has been refused planning permission
New friendship bus launches in south Essex to tackle loneliness for over-50s
The scheme, launched by Arriva in partnership with Age Concern Southend, offers free transport for people aged over 50 to attend social events.
'I can't support it' - Co-op bidding to extend alcohol sales in Southend store
Plans to extend alcohol sales at a Shoebury Co-op have sparked opposition from ward councillors
'Best and worst' rated GPs across Castle Point revealed in new patient survey
The "best and worst" rated GP surgeries with the highest levels of patient satisfaction across Castle Point have been revealed.
Developer defends plan to build new home near 'ancient woodland' in south Essex
A developer behind controversial plans for a new bungalow on green belt land in Hockley has insisted the scheme will not threaten nearby ancient woodland
New helipad approved for Basildon Hospital to help transfer critical patients
An application for a new helipad proposed to support emergency medical services was approved by Basildon Council
Primary school in south Essex celebrates 'top ranking' after huge transformation
North Crescent Primary School has been ranked number one in Wickford and fourth across its wider postcode area in the School Guide rankings.
Bid to demolish south Essex care home for 72-bed replacement set to get go ahead
Plans to replace an ageing Benfleet care home with a modern 72-bed nursing facility look set to get the go ahead.