Southend News http://www.southend-today.co.uk All the latest news from Southend Tue, 17 May 0012 15:00:00 GMT Get involved in Jubilee edition http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17265 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17265 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:43:00 GMT ARE you a Royal fan Do you possess photos or fond memories from either The Queen taking to the throne in 1952, her Coronation in 1953 or her Silver Jubilee in 1977 The Yellow Advertiser is compiling a Special Royal Edition to mark 60 years of The Queen's reign. What have the Olympics done for us? http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17264 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17264 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:42:00 GMT THE Olympics are coming. Locals missing out on Torch Relay http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17263 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17263 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:41:00 GMT A TOWN council leader from Essex has spoken of her disappointment after it was announced that only one of 14 Olympic Torch Relay runners through the borough was from the area. The big Olympic snub http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17262 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17262 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:40:00 GMT Graphic design firms snubbed br brUK GRAPHIC design firms have been left fuming after the contract to create the Olympic tickets was won by a firm in America. French firms to make banners as British companys miss out http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17261 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17261 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:39:00 GMT FLAGS which will be used for the Olympic Games are being made by a French company. But it’s not all bad news... http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17260 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17260 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:38:00 GMT THE Federation of Small Businesses' London wide representative, Mathew Jaffer said, to his knowledge, most small businesses who applied for Olympic contracts had been successful. Charity hopes to put food on the table http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17259 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17259 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:36:00 GMT A CHARITY is calling on people to help those who are struggling to buy food. Business set to blossom with Chelsea Flower Show display http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17257 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17257 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:36:00 GMT A COMPANY is blossoming after it was selected to appear in one of the world's most prestigious gardening exhibitions. Price for green waste recycling bags raised http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17255 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17255 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:34:00 GMT HAVERING Council has raised the price of green waste recycling bags – but there is still no guarantee the waste will not be dumped with other rubbish. Council sets aside funds for community hall work http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17253 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17253 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:33:00 GMT HAVERING Council will splash the cash and brrenovate a community hall. CCTV for subway http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17251 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17251 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:32:00 GMT A SUBWAY is set to become safer after work on a CCTV system started. Residents left angry over lack of notice to erected scaffolding http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17249 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17249 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:31:00 GMT THE organisation in charge of Havering's social housing has apologised to residents after scaffolding was put up on their blocks of flats without warning. Bereavement charity given a helping hand http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17247 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17247 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:30:00 GMT A BEREAVEMENT charity has been given a grant to continue its services. Young chefs meet culinary legend http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17245 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17245 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:29:00 GMT STUDENTS from Havering College are cooking up a storm after they met with a culinary legend. College to host politics debate TV show http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17242 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17242 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:28:00 GMT STUDENTS from Havering College of Further & Higher Education are set to become stars of the small screen. Chaplain leads the way in Trekkie walk http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17240 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17240 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:27:00 GMT SPOCK may not be around when the Star Trek walk wends its way through Romford this summer, but Sister Rosemary Lenehan will be. Labour back in control of council http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17237 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17237 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:26:00 GMT THE LABOUR Party has taken full control at Thurrock Council following the results of the local elections on Thursday, May 3. Make your own compost http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17235 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17235 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:23:00 GMT FREE composters are up for grabs as part of Compost Awareness Week (May 6-12). Schools goes back in time to celebrate 60th birthday http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17233 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17233 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:23:00 GMT A SCHOOL turned back the clock to the 1950s to celebrate its 60th birthday last month. Pupils put field trip skills to the test http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17231 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17231 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:22:00 GMT A GROUP of pupils have been putting their geography skills to the test in the corridors. Christmas fayre saved http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17229 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17229 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:21:00 GMT A FESTIVE celebration has been saved from the threat of closure. School’s report delight http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17227 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17227 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:19:00 GMT PUPILS, parents, teachers and governors at a Leytonstone primary are celebrating after being rated as 'good' by Ofsted. Students celebrate graduation http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17225 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17225 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:19:00 GMT PUPILS from Redbridge College celebrated in style after graduating from a two-year programme designed to boost their employability skills. TA show off helicopters to be used during Olympic Games http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17223 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17223 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:18:00 GMT HUNDREDS of excited families flocked to Ilford's Territorial Army centre in Gordon Road to see helicopters that will help protect Londoners during the Olympic Games. Woman crashes car into shop window http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17221 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17221 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:17:00 GMT AN ELDERLY woman reversed her car into a shop in the Buckhurst Hill main shopping area. Police renew appeal after man abducted http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17219 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17219 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:15:00 GMT DETECTIVES have renewed their appeal for information after a man was abducted in Waltham Forest. Boys jailed for raping girl aged 11 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17217 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17217 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:15:00 GMT TWO boys who repeatedly raped an 11-year-old girl over several months have been jailed. Businessman helps to collect £200,000 for Help for Heroes http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17215 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17215 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:13:00 GMT A BUSINESSMAN has raised more than £200,000 for Help for Heroes collecting money outside Wembley Stadium on matchdays. Benefit from help and support at stroke club http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17213 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17213 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:10:00 GMT REDBRIDGE Stroke Club is offering help and advice to anyone who has suffered from a stroke, or their relatives. 3D street art to be unveiled http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17211 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17211 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:09:00 GMT A PIECE of 3D street art depicting a giant chasm, complete with rickety rope bridge, will be revealed in Barking this month. Tributes paid to former councillor http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17209 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17209 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:08:00 GMT THE Chief Executive, staff and members of Barking and Dagenham Council have paid tribute to a former councillor, Mayor and Freeman. Legacy Minister makes visit to The Skills Place http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17207 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17207 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:06:00 GMT OLYMPIC Legacy Minister, Bob Neill made a surprise visit to The Skills Place Newham this week to see the work carried out there. Senior Tory councillors quit cabinet http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17203 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17203 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:05:00 GMT TWO senior Tory councillors have stepped down from Cabinet at Essex County Council. Senior Tory councillors quit cabinet http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17205 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17205 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:05:00 GMT TWO senior Tory councillors have stepped down from Cabinet at Essex County Council. Join in Relay for Life http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17197 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17197 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:02:00 GMT A SOUTHEND mum-of-three who has survived breast and bowel cancer is urging people to join Cancer Research UK's Relay For Life in Southend. Join in Relay for Life http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17198 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17198 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:02:00 GMT A SOUTHEND mum-of-three who has survived breast and bowel cancer is urging people to join Cancer Research UK's Relay For Life in Southend. Man given community order for drug offences http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17195 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17195 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:00:00 GMT A WESTCLIFF man has been given a community order after pleading guilty to eight charges involving Class A drugs. Man given community order for drug offences http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17196 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17196 Sat, 14 May 0012 17:00:00 GMT A WESTCLIFF man has been given a community order after pleading guilty to eight charges involving Class A drugs. Police hunt men after train attack http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17193 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17193 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:59:00 GMT BRITISH Transport Police are appealing for information after a teenager was assaulted and robbed in an alleyway at Southend East rail station. Police hunt men after train attack http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17194 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17194 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:59:00 GMT BRITISH Transport Police are appealing for information after a teenager was assaulted and robbed in an alleyway at Southend East rail station. Double success for Leigh football team http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17191 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17191 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:58:00 GMT LEIGH Ramblers FC's under 12 side are celebrating after winning the Southend and District Junior Premier Division. Double success for Leigh football team http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17192 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17192 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:58:00 GMT LEIGH Ramblers FC's under 12 side are celebrating after winning the Southend and District Junior Premier Division. Fundraiser wins charity draw http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17190 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17190 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:57:00 GMT A HAVENS Hospices fundraiser has spoken of her delight at winning the charity's weekly draw. Fundraiser wins charity draw http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17189 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17189 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:57:00 GMT A HAVENS Hospices fundraiser has spoken of her delight at winning the charity's weekly draw. Homeless Class A drug supplier spared jail http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17187 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17187 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:56:00 GMT A JUDGE has told a Southend woman she will not go to jail for 'facilitating' a Class A drugs deal. Homeless Class A drug supplier spared jail http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17188 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17188 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:56:00 GMT A JUDGE has told a Southend woman she will not go to jail for 'facilitating' a Class A drugs deal. Warship takes trip up the Thames http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17186 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17186 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:55:00 GMT BRITAIN'S biggest warship sailed up the Thames past last week on a military drill. School holds auction in aid of children’s hospital http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17185 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17185 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:53:00 GMT RAYLEIGH'S FitzWimarc School is holding an auction in aid of Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital. Businesswoman’s marathon effort to raise charity money http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17183 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17183 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:52:00 GMT AWARD-WINNING businesswoman Vanessa Vallely has raised more than £4,500 for charity. ‘Aggressively drunk’ teens injure man in attack http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17181 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17181 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:51:00 GMT A MAN was seriously assaulted by a gang of 'aggressively drunk' teenagers in Benfleet. Let’s knit together for Wild Woods Day http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17179 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17179 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:50:00 GMT ROCHFORD residents are already gearing up for next month's 'Wild Woods Day'. Protesters put up posters of YA story to highlight car park issue http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17177 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=17177 Sat, 14 May 0012 16:48:00 GMT ENDWAY car park protesters have turned a Yellow Advertiser story into a poster and pinned it on the car park fence. Double milestone for garden centre http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16897 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16897 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:27:00 GMT A FAMILY business in Hockley celebrated two anniversaries at the weekend. Charity awarded £3,000 funding http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16895 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16895 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:25:00 GMT A HADLEIGH charity has been awarded £3,000 in funding by Essex County Council. Tories hold on to councils http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16893 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16893 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:23:00 GMT LAST WEEK'S election yielded few surprises in Castle Point and Rochford. Long serving councillor receives special award http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16891 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16891 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:21:00 GMT LONG-TIME Canvey councillor Ray Howard has been presented with a special award by the island's Rotary Club. Drama group scoops two awards http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16889 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16889 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:19:00 GMT A CANVEY drama group has won two awards from the National Operatic and Dramatic Association. Marathon brothers raise charity cash http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16887 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16887 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:18:00 GMT TWO BROTHERS from Canvey Island have completed the London Marathon, despite having never run long distance before. Club gets Westminster tour http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16885 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16885 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:17:00 GMT MP MARK Francois has taken members of a Hullbridge yacht club on a tour of Westminster. Help find Sasha a family home http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16883 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16883 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:15:00 GMT SASHA needs a loving home with a mature family. ‘Plans to sell open spaces cost Tories’ claims Labour councillor http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16880 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16880 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:13:00 GMT TORY plans to sell off borough open spaces cost them dear at last week's local election according to former Labour group leader Lynda Gordon. Tories disappointed with results http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16878 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16878 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:12:00 GMT LAST week's election results were a disappointment for Tory council leader Tony Ball. Students selected for Olympic Torch event http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16876 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16876 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:10:00 GMT THREE pupils from a Wickford school are to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime event to welcome the Olympic Torch to the borough. West End girl http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16874 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16874 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:08:00 GMT LACIE Stephan is heading for the bright lights of London's West End. Tractor plant hosts coalition’s relaunch http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16872 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16872 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:06:00 GMT PRIME Minister David Cameron and his deputy Nick Clegg chose a Basildon tractor plant to re-launch the Coalition. MP gives out warning to coalition http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16870 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16870 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:04:00 GMT BASILDON and Billericay MP John Baron has urged the Government to focus more on the bread-and-butter issues. Ballet to be screened at Basildon cinema http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16868 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16868 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:03:00 GMT A BASILDON audience will be able to watch top notch ballet from London Royal Opera House from their cinema seats. Woman convicted of benefit fraud http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16866 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16866 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:02:00 GMT A WOMAN who tried to cheat her boss – Basildon Council – has been convicted of benefit fraud. More teddies for young patients http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16864 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16864 Tue, 10 May 0012 11:01:00 GMT THE CHILDREN'S Accident and Emergency Unit at Basildon Hospital has been given another batch of teddies to pass on to its young patients. Students snap up prizes http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16858 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16858 Tue, 10 May 0012 10:59:00 GMT SNAP-HAPPY students have been scouring Basildon looking for prize-winning shots. Audition for Peter Pan http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16856 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16856 Tue, 10 May 0012 10:58:00 GMT YOUNG stars in the making get a chance to shine in this year's Christmas show at Basildon's Towngate Theatre. School challenge to turn trash into cash http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16854 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16854 Tue, 10 May 0012 10:57:00 GMT PRIMARY schoolchildren across the borough can compete for an Olympic £2,012 prize to design and make a stadium using recycled materials. Laindon foxes on the box http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16852 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16852 Tue, 10 May 0012 10:56:00 GMT A FAMILY of foxes that made their home in Laindon have become TV reality stars . Council silences noisy neighbour http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16850 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16850 Tue, 10 May 0012 10:55:00 GMT A NOISY neighbour, who made life hell for the people living next door, has been silenced. Judge spares paedophile from jail sentence http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16787 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16787 Mon, 09 May 0012 00:00:00 GMT A PAEDOPHILE has been spared jail and instead ordered to spend up to 160 hours in counselling with other sex criminals. Zero tolerance head defends strict regime http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16389 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16389 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:32:00 GMT DR RORY Fox had two objectives when he took over as headmaster at Basildon Academies – to improve pupil behaviour and raise the quality of teaching. Mother organises meeting raising academy concerns http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16387 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16387 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:30:00 GMT A MOTHER is organising a meeting for parents with children at the Basildon Academies to raise their concern over the way the school is run. These boots were made for trekking http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16385 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16385 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:25:00 GMT ED PEARCE knows a thing or two about trekking – he has hacked his way through jungle, crossed desert and climbed mountains. Charity event to help poorly baby http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16383 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16383 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:23:00 GMT IMAGINE this journey with a toddler, sick baby, buggy and bag. First wakeboard park to open in county http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16381 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16381 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:21:00 GMT THE COUNTY'S first wakeboard park is set to open in Basildon. Keep an eye out for the cuckoos http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16379 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16379 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:20:00 GMT PEOPLE used to say spring arrived with the first cuckoo – but nowadays it is becoming a rarer sound. Life in the fast lane again http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16377 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16377 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:19:00 GMT THREE men enjoy the thrill of buggy racing as often as they can. Police appeal for witnesses to attempted abduction http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16375 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16375 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:17:00 GMT A PLUCKY teenager fought off a man who tried to drag her into a car. Mini marathon marvel does it again http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16372 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16372 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:16:00 GMT MINI marathon marvel Matthew Pointer has completed his fourth of 12 five-kilometre runs for Basildon's St Luke's Hospice. Mini marathon marvel does it again http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16373 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16373 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:16:00 GMT MINI marathon marvel Matthew Pointer has completed his fourth of 12 five-kilometre runs for Basildon's St Luke's Hospice. Woman threatened with screwdriver during robbery http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16370 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16370 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:15:00 GMT A WOMAN was threatened with a screwdriver as thieves tore a bracelet from her wrist. Fish and chip shop owner sentenced http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16368 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16368 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:14:00 GMT THE OWNER of a fish and chip shop received a suspended prison sentence after persistently failing to take steps to clean up his dirty premises. Defence minister visits the borough http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16366 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16366 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:12:00 GMT DEFENCE minister Philip Hammond was in town last week. Anger over parking charge woods plan http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16364 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16364 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:10:00 GMT RESIDENTS have voiced concerns over plans to introduce parking charges at Hockley Woods car park. Artist to show off work in distinguished gallery http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16362 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16362 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:09:00 GMT A WOMAN will be showcasing her artwork at one of Britain's most prestigious galleries. Charity grants awarded http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16360 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16360 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:07:00 GMT CHARITIES, voluntary groups and small councils in Castle Point and Rochford have been awarded almost £80,000 in grants by Essex County Council. ‘Grant has improved my quality of life’ http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16358 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16358 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:06:00 GMT THE CHAIRMAN of the Rochford Allotment and Leisure Gardeners Association has thanked Rochford Parish Council for helping to secure a £10,000 grant. A wheel good effort http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16356 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16356 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:04:00 GMT A ROCHFORD man was one of just a handful of people to complete the London Marathon in his wheelchair. Children’s centre rated outstanding http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16349 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16349 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:02:00 GMT A CHILDREN'S centre has been rated as 'outstanding' by the education watchdog Ofsted. Children’s centre rated outstanding http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16350 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16350 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:02:00 GMT A CHILDREN'S centre has been rated as 'outstanding' by the education watchdog Ofsted. Council agree to airport’s new terminal http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16348 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16348 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:01:00 GMT THE SECOND phase of Southend Airport, which will create 300 jobs, has been given the go ahead by Rochford Council. Council agree to airport’s new terminal http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16347 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16347 Wed, 04 May 0012 16:01:00 GMT THE SECOND phase of Southend Airport, which will create 300 jobs, has been given the go ahead by Rochford Council. TA unit celebrates anniversary http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16344 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16344 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:59:00 GMT SOUTHEND Territorial Army has been celebrating their first year anniversary. TA unit celebrates anniversary http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16345 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16345 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:59:00 GMT SOUTHEND Territorial Army has been celebrating their first year anniversary. Film Festival celebrations http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16343 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16343 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:58:00 GMT CELEBRATIONS for this year's Southend Film Festival were launched last week in the form of an exhibition displaying film posters from past and present festivals. Arrests in Royal Mail fraud investigation http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16339 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16339 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:56:00 GMT FOUR people have been arrested after police raided properties last Wednesday in Southend, Canvey Island and Leyton. Arrests in Royal Mail fraud investigation http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16341 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16341 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:56:00 GMT FOUR people have been arrested after police raided properties last Wednesday in Southend, Canvey Island and Leyton. Adult learning taster courses on offer at college http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16336 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16336 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:55:00 GMT SOUTHEND Adult Community College (SACC) is offering a range of taster courses throughout the borough this month in celebration of Adult Learners' Week 2012. Adult learning taster courses on offer at college http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16337 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16337 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:55:00 GMT SOUTHEND Adult Community College (SACC) is offering a range of taster courses throughout the borough this month in celebration of Adult Learners' Week 2012. It’s official – Southend rated as one of the best nights out in UK http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16332 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16332 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:53:00 GMT SOUTHEND has been given a Purple Flag award recognising the achievements of how the town is managed at night. It’s official – Southend rated as one of the best nights out in UK http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16333 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16333 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:53:00 GMT SOUTHEND has been given a Purple Flag award recognising the achievements of how the town is managed at night. Talent show star’s rise to be told at the Cliffs http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16323 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16323 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:44:00 GMT THE life story of Susan Boyle will be coming to the Cliffs Pavilion next week. Talent show star’s rise to be told at the Cliffs http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16324 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16324 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:44:00 GMT THE life story of Susan Boyle will be coming to the Cliffs Pavilion next week. Walkers raise funds http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16318 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16318 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:42:00 GMT MEMBERS of the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple have been raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support and other charities it supports. Walkers raise funds http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16319 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16319 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:42:00 GMT MEMBERS of the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple have been raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support and other charities it supports. Police hunt booze thieves http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16316 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16316 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:40:00 GMT POLICE are hoping to track two men who stole booze from a shop and hit a member of staff. Police hunt booze thieves http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16315 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16315 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:40:00 GMT POLICE are hoping to track two men who stole booze from a shop and hit a member of staff. Woman pays the price for dishonestly claiming benefit http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16311 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16311 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:39:00 GMT A WOMAN from Westcliff is now paying the price for working while dishonestly claiming benefit. Woman pays the price for dishonestly claiming benefit http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16312 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16312 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:39:00 GMT A WOMAN from Westcliff is now paying the price for working while dishonestly claiming benefit. Mayoral candidates call for air inquiry http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16308 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16308 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:37:00 GMT MAYORAL candidates are supporting calls for a public inquiry into air quality and air pollution in London. Pharmaceuticals company wins prestigious award http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16302 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16302 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:36:00 GMT A COMPANY is celebrating getting a prestigious award. School achieves Teaching School status http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16300 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16300 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:34:00 GMT A SCHOOL has become part of a select and prestigious group. Concerns over pay and display plans http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16295 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16295 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:33:00 GMT CONCERNS have been raised about plans to install pay and display parking outside a parade of shops. Parents asked for suggestions to deal with school admission issue http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16289 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16289 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:32:00 GMT PARENTS are being asked to find a solution to Havering's school places problems. Hospice marathon runners raise thousands http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16287 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16287 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:30:00 GMT A TOTAL of 40 people raised £60,000 for one of the borough's best loved charities in the London Marathon. Save the sparrow http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16285 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16285 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:28:00 GMT NURSING home residents are doing their best to get more wildlife in their gardens. Free Olympic tickets for Havering learners http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16282 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16282 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:25:00 GMT STUDENTS from Havering College are celebrating after getting tickets to the show of a lifetime. The sky is the limit for college students http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16280 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16280 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:24:00 GMT STUDENTS have got one step closer to getting a job as cabin crew. Man jailed over Olympic Delivery Authority fraud http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16278 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16278 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:21:00 GMT A ROMFORD man has been jailed for trying to launder millions of pounds as part of a scam to defraud the Olympic Delivery Authority. Join the Olympic Torch procession in Rainham http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16276 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16276 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:20:00 GMT By Peter Henn brPEOPLE are being urged to break records for supporting the Olympics. Manager comes back to the Liberty Centre http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16274 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16274 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:19:00 GMT A MAN is going back to his roots and returning to Romford to help develop one of its shopping centres. Myplace hosts Question Time http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16272 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16272 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:18:00 GMT HAVERING'S newest public building has made it onto mainstream television. Acrobatic show http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16270 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16270 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:16:00 GMT GET set for a mixture of acrobatics, dance, music and puppetry. Call to solve parking problem http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16268 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16268 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:13:00 GMT A MAN is calling for a solution to parking problems after being issued with a ticket. Police worker sacked for mistreatment of detainee http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16266 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16266 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:11:00 GMT A POLICE detention officer has been sacked after using excessive force against a vulnerable female detainee at Grays Police Station. Jubilee theme for carnival http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16264 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16264 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:10:00 GMT PREPARATIONS for this year's Stanford and Corringham Carnival are going all red, white and blue this week. Bus link faces axe http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16262 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16262 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:09:00 GMT A VITAL bus link could be axed unless more people support the service. Tributes paid to former councillor http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16260 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16260 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:07:00 GMT TRIBUTES have been paid to a former councillor who died last month. Vision for rail terminal revealed http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16259 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16259 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:05:00 GMT PLANS for a new multi-million pound rail terminal have taken a step forward. Detectives renew sex attack appeal http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16257 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16257 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:04:00 GMT DETECTIVES investigating a sex attack are renewing a witness appeal. Floods force residents out of their homes http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16255 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16255 Wed, 04 May 0012 15:02:00 GMT FIVE families were forced to leave their homes due to heavy floods. Police hunt man over robberies http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16254 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16254 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:59:00 GMT POLICE are appealing for information about robberies on two cabbies. ‘Stalker’ is jailed for arson attack http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16252 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16252 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:58:00 GMT A MAN highlighted by a judge as a 'stalker' has been jailed for four years for setting fire to a car belonging to a woman who spurned his attentions. Easter bunny taxi helps to raise hundreds for charity http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16250 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16250 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:56:00 GMT CUSTOMERS at Sainsbury's Low Hall Walthamstow Avenue store have helped raise more than £1,700 for charity. Appeal after man seen being bundled into car http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16248 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16248 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:55:00 GMT A MAN was seen being assaulted and bundled into the boot of a car in Walthamstow last Thursday. Man’s hand hacked at in attack http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16246 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16246 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:53:00 GMT POLICE in Ilford are appealing for witnesses after a man had his hand hacked at with a 12-inch knife by robbers trying to steal his suitcase. Young athlete stars in advert http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16244 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16244 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:52:00 GMT A BUDDING heptathlete from Newham has been selected to take part in an Adidas advertising campaign. Visakhi celebrated http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16242 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16242 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:50:00 GMT SCORES of local people enjoyed the celebration of Visakhi – the harvest festival of the Punjab. May fair at Valentines Mansion http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16240 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16240 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:48:00 GMT A FAMILY fun day is being held on Saturday, May 19 inside the surroundings of Ilford's historic Valentines Mansion. Police hunt missing man http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16238 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16238 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:47:00 GMT POLICE are appealing for information to help trace a missing pensioner from Newham. Every Little Helps for hospice http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16236 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16236 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:46:00 GMT A NEW Tesco Express store has celebrated its launch with a donation to Richard House Children's Hospice. College students start health campaign http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16234 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16234 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:45:00 GMT TRAINEE care workers at Newham College have started their own health campaign. Crippling pain could not stop Nicholas http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16232 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16232 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:43:00 GMT A SIXTH form pupil who raised £3,000 for a children's hospice by running the London Marathon said he cannot wait to do it again – despite crippling pain. Kind hearted shoppers raise cash for charity http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16230 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16230 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:41:00 GMT KIND hearted South Woodford shoppers have raised hundreds of pounds for charity. Warden revived following chase of church intruder http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16228 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16228 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:40:00 GMT A TRIO of councillors watched in horror after a church warden suffered a heart attack while chasing a suspected burglar. Steel band drummer to hold free classes http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16226 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16226 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:39:00 GMT A STEEL band professional is offering free classes. Money-saving duo win bank’s challenge http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16224 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16224 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:37:00 GMT A TEAM of youngsters from Barking were crowned winners of a money-saving competition at Wembley Stadium last Friday. Free rail travel initiative launched for jobseekers http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16222 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16222 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:35:00 GMT A TRAVEL scheme aimed at helping people back to work was launched last Friday. Competition winning DJ entertains crowds http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16220 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16220 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:34:00 GMT A DJ entertained shoppers in Dagenham on Saturday with his creative skills. Pair are jailed for trafficking women http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16217 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16217 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:32:00 GMT TWO people who trafficked vulnerable young women into the country and forced them to work as prostitutes have been jailed for a total of 16 years. Collecting e-waste http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16215 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16215 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:29:00 GMT BUSINESSES, residents and schools in Chelmsford recycled 17. Were you part of this group? http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16213 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16213 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:28:00 GMT POLICE believe a group of students are key in solving an alleged attempted rape in Chelmsford. Antique guns stolen http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16211 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16211 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:27:00 GMT IMAGES of two 19th Century guns stolen from a house in Great Baddow have been released by Essex Police. One day workshops at college http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16209 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16209 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:26:00 GMT A RANGE of one day workshops are being offered this summer at the Adult Community Learning Centres in Brentwood and Ongar. School welcomes the Olympic Torch http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16207 http://www.southend-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=16207 Wed, 04 May 0012 14:24:00 GMT BRENTWOOD School welcomed the London 2012 Olympic Torch last week.