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Herts & Essex Observer published Woman tells court how girlfriend of Sawbridgeworth publican...

March 9, 2016, 7:38 am
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A woman told a jury today (Wednesday) that she was "scalped" when the girlfriend of a Sawbridgeworth publican yanked out two clumps of her hair.Abbey Spurgeon was left "looking very threadbare" after the attack by Dianne Venebles in the beer garden of The Old Bell Inn in Bell Street, it was alleged.Venebles, 43, is said to have grabbed Ms Spurgeon around the neck and, as others dragged her off, pulled out her hair.Abbey Spurgeon told St Albans Crown Court she met her brother...

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HertsAndEssexObserver published Punk band Deadcuts headline rock gig put on by organisers of...

March 9, 2016, 8:00 am
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Punk rockers Deadcuts will headline a gig of acts brought together from the ashes of this year's Stortford Music Festival.Bands earmarked to play at this year's cancelled event will rock the United Reformed Church hall in Water Lane on March 12.Indie group Deadcuts will be supported by The RPMs, who hail from Brighton and are Xtra Mile Recording's newest signings, and Panama Sunrise – the last band to play Harlow's The Square.Electric folk duo Psykelektric, made up of the son of Chas...

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Herts & Essex Observer published M11 crash: Man arrested on suspicion of drink/drug-driving

March 9, 2016, 8:05 am
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A man has been arrested following a serious collision on the M11 between Saffron Walden and Bishop's Stortford earlier today (Wednesday).Essex Police was contacted about the incident on the southbound carriageway, just before the Stansted Airport slip road at junction 8, at 9.45am.It involved a Mercedes CLC 200, an Audi A3, a Toyota Yaris and a Vauxhall Insiginia.A woman driving the Yaris was taken to hospital with minor injuries, as was a man driving the Mercedes.He was later arrested on...

M11 crash: Man arrested on suspicion of drink/drug-driving

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HertsAndEssexObserver published Sawbridgeworth Town 3-0 Stansted: Airportmen not able to hold...

March 9, 2016, 8:30 am
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Sawbridgeworth Town secured the derby bragging rights with a 3-0 Essex Senior League win over Stansted at Crofters End.Tuesday night was the third attempt to stage the fixture, after floodlight failure and then frosty ground prevented past efforts.The Robins started brightly and went ahead in the second minute when George Wappett's cross-field pass found Lewis Roberts who steered the ball past the advancing Reece Paine and just inside the far post.The home side continued on top and went further...

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HertsAndEssexObserver published Takeley 2-0 Wadham Lodge: Alex Martin's men reach Essex Senior...

March 9, 2016, 8:45 am
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Takeley's resurgence under Alex Martin continued on Tuesday night as they reached the semi-final of the Essex Senior League Challenge Cup.Martin's side saw off Wadham Lodge 2-0 at Station Road to set up a tie with Basildon United in the final four.Once again star striker Michael Ogboin took the plaudits as he scored a penalty in the 18th minute.He then settled the tie with a second in the 49th minute to move Takeley a step closer to silverware.They will now take on a Bees side who sit third in...

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Herts & Essex Observer published Villagers report armed Essex Police officers tackling 'siege' in...

March 9, 2016, 10:04 am
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Armed officers from Essex Police are believed to be in Sewards End this evening (Wednesday) amid suggestions that a siege is underway. There are reports that officers are at an address in Walden Road.Residents have used Twitter and Facebook to claim that a large number of armed police are near the village hall.A spokesman for the force told the Observer a statement would be released soon.

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Herts & Essex Observer published Ugly House to Lovely House with George Clarke, Bear Grylls:...

March 9, 2016, 3:00 pm
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Thursday, March 10Ugly House to Lovely House with George Clarke (Channel 4, 8pm)Sue and Simon bought their four-bedroom Hertfordshire home in 2014, but the fake-Victorian extension has given the property a bad layout. Plus, the couple also believe their home is by far the ugliest on their street. Enter architect Laura Jane Clark, who specialises in breathing new life into unappealing spaces. She has a plan to entirely transform the interior by moving the staircase, putting in skylights and...

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HertsAndEssexObserver published Council changes 'not enough' as businesses call for more short...

March 9, 2016, 10:00 pm
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Changes to a car park in Hockerill have been branded as "not enough" by business owners who say their trade is suffering.East Herts District Council (EHDC) reduced the maximum number of hours drivers can park in short stay spaces in Crown Terrace car park from five to three, starting from February 29.The move is intended to increase turnover of cars in its 16 short stay bays and so make spaces more available for shoppers during trading hours.Businesses complaining that rail commuters...

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Herts & Essex Observer published Overnight closures of QEII bridge at Dartford Crossing

March 9, 2016, 10:00 pm
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The QEII Bridge will be closed overnight tomorrow (Friday) and Saturday (March 11 and 12) while vital routine maintenance work is carried out.The closures will be in place to allow bridge bearings – essential bridge components that allow the structure to expand and contract with changes in temperature – to be replaced. The work will be carried out overnight, when traffic flows are lowest, to minimise disruption. The closures will be in place between 11pm and 6am on Friday night and...

Overnight closures of QEII bridge at Dartford Crossing

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Herts & Essex Observer published Essex County Council leader warns business rate reforms must aid...

March 9, 2016, 10:00 pm
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Essex County Council leader David Finch has called on the Government to give local authorities additional flexibility in setting business rates.Demands are currently collected by the local council, but in the Government's Autumn Statement in November it was announced that from 2020, authorities would be able to keep the revenue gained.Speaking at a Government inquiry into future reforms of business rates yesterday (Monday) Cllr David Finch said: "We welcome these devolved powers as we...

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Herts & Essex Observer published Smile and go wild for Herts Big Weekend!

March 9, 2016, 10:00 pm
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Ticket holders for the first ever Herts Big Weekend will have even more reason to smile this week, with some wild prizes up for grabs for the best Big Weekend 'selfie'.Attractions across the county are getting ready to welcome hundreds of Herts residents on March 12 and 13 as part of the county-wide celebrations for #HertsBigWeekend.Organised by Herts' new tourism service Visit Herts, the event aims to boost tourism and support leisure businesses by giving Hertfordshire residents the chance to...

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Herts & Essex Observer published The Glass Knight, Comedy Night, Dogs and Daffs, The History...

March 9, 2016, 10:00 pm
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THE GLASS KNIGHT Where: Saffron Hall, Saffron Walden, CB11 4UH When: Thu, March 10 - Sat, March 12, various How much: £8-£15 per person Visit: www.saffronhall.comTel: 01799 512190The Glass Knight is a spectacular new opera based on the legend of the Saffron Walden basilisk, a monstrous serpent that attacked the town in the late middle ages. Produced in partnership with Saffron Hall and Saffron Walden County High School (SWCHS), this world premiere production is the biggest yet to be...

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Herts & Essex Observer published Hundreds pay tribute to 'one of a kind' Leventhorpe School...

March 9, 2016, 10:00 pm
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Hundreds of former Leventhorpe students have paid tribute to one of the Sawbridgeworth school's most loved teachers after he died on Saturday (March 5).John Skelton was surrounded by family when he passed away at his home in Elm Road, Bishop's Stortford, after a nine-month battle with bowel cancer. He was 65.There has since been an outpouring of emotion on Facebook. A group set up in his memory already has 1,000-plus members.Mr Skelton was born in Wood Green, north London, on February 7, 1951....

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Herts & Essex Observer published Essex Police officers remove licensed firearm, ammunition and...

March 9, 2016, 11:13 pm
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Following fears of a siege at Sewards End yesterday (Wednesday) after villagers reported armed officers in the village, a spokesman for Essex Police has confirmed firearms were removed from a property.He said: "Police went to an address in Sewards End after receiving information about a concern for welfare. Officers attended and spoke to the occupant and he subsequently gave permission for a licensed firearm, ammunition and an air rifle to be taken from the property. No offences were...

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HertsAndEssexObserver published Pupils are good sports at packed Birchwood Sports Partnership...

March 10, 2016, 1:00 am
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Birchwood High School hosted the annual Birchwood Sports Partnership Level Two School Games Sports Hall Athletics competition.Nineteen primary schools attended across the two days and more than 270 Year 5 and 6 pupils took part.Pupils had the opportunity to participate in a variety of field event activities, including long jump, speed bounce, indoor javelin and chest push, where there were a number of impressive performances.After they had taken place, excitement went up a notch with the track...

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Herts & Essex Observer commented Minor injuries unit remains shut at Harlow hospital

March 10, 2016, 3:17 am
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The Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) in Harlow has closed its minor injuries unit again today (Thursday, March 10) due to high demand.The emergency department remains open but patients are being reminded that A&E is for serious and life-threatening conditions only.People with other urgent but not life-threatening injuries, including cuts, sprains and minor fractures, are advised to visit the Herts and Essex Community Hospital in Bishop's Stortford or the minor injuries unit at Cheshunt...

Minor injuries unit remains shut at Harlow hospital

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Herts & Essex Observer published Fancy your chances? Rhodes Talent Search 2016 in Bishop's...

March 10, 2016, 4:18 am
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A search for performing talent in Herts and Essex with its grand final in Stortford this summer has opened for entries.Singers, dancers, musicians, comedians, jugglers and everyone in between are invited to enter the established Rhodes Talent Search competition in its fifth year.More than £1,000 worth of prizes are up for grabs as local talent vies to be named the best in their discipline.There are six awards up for grabs; The Rhodes Talent Search Winner 2016, The DeRosa Music Scholarship,...

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Herts & Essex Observer published Golf clubs and bags worth thousands stolen in Thorley Park...

March 10, 2016, 5:08 am
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Golf equipment worth an estimated £2,000 was stolen in Thorley Park, Bishop's Stortford, when a shed was broken into.Bags and clubs made by the brand Callaway were taken in the burglary in Vicerons Place, off Villiers-sur-Marne Avenue, opposite the Thorley Neighbourhood Centre, between midnight and 6am on Monday (March 7). Damage estimated at £150 was caused to the shed's lock.Anyone with information about the break-in should call police on non-emergency number 101. Alternatively,...

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Herts & Essex Observer published Police check lorries entering Bishop's Stortford after shock air...

March 10, 2016, 5:17 am
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A report showing high levels of air pollution prompted police to stop lorries and check whether their route through town was necessary yesterday afternoon (Wednesday). Police officers stopped heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) at a roundabout and asked drivers about their route and load in Dunmow Road for two hours from 2.30pm. Drivers who did not have to go through town were asked to take an alternative route.The checks were prompted by a report last week showing that Stortford has the second-highest...

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HertsAndEssexObserver published Herts and Essex High School duo play their part as Saffron Hawks...

March 10, 2016, 6:30 am
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Herts and Essex High School students Harriet Clark and Gracie Bannister helped their side win the Chelmsford District Junior Netball League U13 Knockout Cup on Sunday.The Year 8 students were playing for Saffron Hawks in the final at New Hall, Chelmsford, with Clark named player of the match.The Hawks squad was made up from girls across Herts and Essex and proved too strong for an excellent Tegate team.Hawks ended the first quarter with just a two-goal lead (8-6). The second (16-10) and third...

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