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Rape, stalking, domestic abuse - Pleas entered at Basildon Crown Court today
Defendants from across south Essex entered pleas at Basildon Crown Court on charges including rape, attempted GBH, sexual assault and stalking.
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Legacy of south Essex special constable remembered with new police boat
Essex Police officially welcomed the boat, named "Toby Speller", into service during a ceremony on Saturday.
Sunny intervals forecast across south Essex this weekend despite cooler temperatures
Residents in south Essex can expect a generally pleasant weekend, despite cooler-than-average temperatures.
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Reform and Tories must 'work together' to take charge at south Essex council
The Basildon Reform and Tories should work together to form a government after the election, according to the leader of the Independents
Manslaughter trial date for 12 charged over fan's death after Southend attack
A trial date has been set for 12 men charged with the manslaughter of football fan Simon Dobbin after a 2015 match between Southend and Cambridge.
Gunman who roamed south Essex streets intent on violence walks free
Daniel Neighbour was arrested in Vange with a loaded gas gun after dialling 999 and saying he was hunting his former brother-in-law.
'Dangerous' south Essex roundabout 'needs change' after woman cut from car
A woman was rescued from a car in Basildon after crews cut off the roof following a crash on a busy south Essex route
Dealer jailed for peddling cocaine and cannabis in south Essex
Class A drug dealer Liam Darvill, from Basildon, was jailed for selling cannabis and cocaine in Billericay.
Car dealership wins tribunal over race discrimination claims in south Essex
An employment tribunal has heard that Ms S Begum brought claims against Toomey Motor Group Limited in Basildon.
Drug dealer who escaped custody in south Essex jailed for more than three years
Drug dealer Sid Kemp, who went on the run from Southend Magistrates' Court, has been jailed after he was found hiding out in Basildon.
Police called to south Essex McDonalds after 'chairs thrown' during disturbance
Police were called to the McDonalds restaurant at Mayflower Retail Park in Basildon following reports of a 'disturbance.'
Two jailed after police bust Albanian drugs gang operating in south Essex
Flavio Hykaj and Pedro Barros were jailed after Essex Police busted them dealing drugs across Basildon and Castle Point for an Albanian gang.
Plumber caught drink-driving work van on major south Essex road after funeral
Rainham plumber Lewis Huckfield was sentenced at Basildon Magistrates' Court for driving his Citroen work van over the drink-drive limit.
McDonalds issue statement after staff and customers abused in south Essex
McDonalds have issued a statement following reports a group of men were abusive to staff and customers in a Basildon restaurant
'Savage' - Teenager jailed over 'unprovoked' stabbing after night out
A TEENAGER from Basildon has been jailed for 12 years after a stabbing left one victim with life-changing injuries, including the loss of his spleen
Basildon Council leader to step down after election losses
Basildon Labour leader Gavin Callaghan has announced his decision to step back as the leader of Basildon Council following the recent losses in local elections.
Drug dealer whose heroin killed two addicts was selling in south Essex park
Rochford crack cocaine and heroin dealer Daniel Koin, who peddled drugs in Gloucester Park, later led police on a 'horrendous' car chase through Kent.
Big‑hearted Hudson seeks forever home after 425 days at Dogs Trust Basildon
Hudson, a three‑year‑old Rottweiler, has spent more than 425 days in kennels at Dogs Trust Basildon.
Basildon Hospital app celebrates first year supporting cardiac arrest bystanders
The Essex‑based support service RescQ has helped more than 260 people who witnessed or responded to over 200 out‑of‑hospital cardiac arrests.
Man wanted in connection with thefts from south Essex petrol station
A man is wanted in connection with thefts from a BP Express store in Basildon.