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• Stisted: School improvements get the go-ahead

  The head of a Victorian primary school has welcomed a decision by planners to finally give the go-ahead to long-awaited improvements, including a new hall that will end a dangerous walk for the 98 pupils. read more

• South Essex: Bikers forced to halt their Sahara challenge

  Mechanical problems have defeated two south Essex heroes trying to ride 7,000 miles across the Sahara for charity. read more

• Mid-Essex: Earn £20K to afford a home!

  Shock results of a new survey published this week show that a buyer would need to earn more than £20,000 a year to purchase a one-bedroom flat in Braintree or Witham. read more

• Boxing: Blake cruises into semi

  Chalvedon Boxing Club's Joe Blake powered his way into the semi-finals of the National Association of Boys Club's Championships in Chatham. read more

• Stansted: Airport strike looms

  A strike committee has been established by union members at Stansted Airport. read more

• Billericay, Southend: Cellists put on a great display

  Talented musicians from Billericay are celebrating following a outstanding performance at this year's Southend Music Festival. read more

• Soccer: Shrimpers in high spirits after win

  Harwich and Parkeston play host to Diss Town in high spirits on the back of a mid-week win away to Ipswich Wanderers. read more

• Walton: Traders speak out about town plans

  Shopkeepers have launched a protest against plans to upgrade a town centre, saying it will ruin the local economy. read more

• Canvey: Thugs smash up car

  A woman has told of her outrage over vandalism that left her car a write-off. read more

• Danbury: Heart attack rescue struck by misfortune

  A bizarre succession of accidents resulted in three ambulances being called to assist a Danbury heart attack victim last week but, tragically, it was impossible to save his life. read more

• Harwich: Family centre considers move into school site

  A primary school site will be considered for community use once pupils move into their new premises, it has been confirmed. read more

• Basildon: Star in tune with the kids

  Soap star Nicholas Schofield, the lead in Basildon's Towngate Theatre's Christmas production, returned to his roots in the town - and went back to school. read more

• Benfleet: Path problem solved

  Vandalism and under-age drinking have been monitored by Castle Point police in two areas in Benfleet. read more

• Motorsport: Leader Smith is not resting on his laurels

  Ashley Smith is gearing up for a serious challenge on the Kent Championship karting title this weekend. read more

• Colchester: Crossing changes put on hold

  Residents are relieved as plans to shut a 150-year-old level-crossing were put on hold. read more

• Canvey: Residents blame housing development for car woe

  A woman has claimed her car has been damaged as a direct result of the mess caused by building work near her home. read more

• Southend: Police officers leap to rescue

  Striking firefighters left their picket to attend a flat blaze - only to discover hero police officers had already carried out the rescue. read more

• Soccer: Micky still excited by magic of the cup

  Micky Stockwell goes into Colchester United's FA Cup first round tie against Chester City tomorrow hoping to write another new chapter of his history. read more

• Wix: Where's our Percy?

  An appeal has been made for the return of Percy, the parrot - who may have been snatched by thieves. read more

• Basildon: Fears as antisocial behaviour doubles

  Antisocial behaviour in Basildon is twice the problem it was six months ago, according to new figures. read more

On this day: Essex Archive