Local News
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LIVE: Major congestion on A120 after crash on busy roundabout
Major congestion is building on the A120 around Braintree after a crash on the busy Marks Farm roundabout.
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LIVE: Fallen trees at Colchester cause major Greater Anglia railway disruption
Fallen trees across the railway line between Colchester and Manningtree are causing major disruption for Greater Anglia trains.
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Police continue to tackle illegal hare coursing in high activity areas
Essex Police are keeping on top of illegal hare coursing in Colchester, targeting areas known for illegal activity.
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'Reckless' biker jailed for leading police on 120mph chase on A12
Alan Sangster drove at 120mph on the A12 as he tried to flee police. They had initially tried to stop him because he was undertaking other vehicles.
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Essex charities set to benefit from East of England Co-op's grant funding
Colchester charities are set to benefit from the East of England Co-op's latest grant funding.
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Award-winning pub owner says managers leaving 'did come as a bit of a surprise'
THE owner of an award-winning pub in Colchester says there is currently “no plan B” once the current managers leave this month but he’s working on it.
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Performing arts group for neurodivergency announces closure
A performance group focusing on neurodivergent performances in the East of England has announced its end.
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40-acre plot which houses Colchester vineyard up for sale for more than £2million
The 40-acre site which houses the Dedham Vale Vineyard is up for sale for more than £2million, with the plot described as a "unique business opportunity".
National News
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Irish police find remains of child in search for missing boy
Irish police believe they have uncovered the skeletal remains of a child who had been missing for years following a search in the Donabate area of Co Dublin.
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Jake Wightman secures 1500m world silver as Josh Kerr pulls up in Tokyo final
Great Britain’s Jake Wightman claimed a stunning world 1500 metres silver medal after defending champion Josh Kerr pulled up in a final won by Portugal’s Isaac Nader in Tokyo.
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Salfords survival is the only thing that matters
That's according to Coach Paul Rowley
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Union calls for support for staff affected by Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack
Unite has called for a furlough scheme to be introduced
Sport
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Former Colchester United winger at centre of bizarre scenario as tie is replayed
Former Colchester United attacker at centre of bizarre scenario
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Former Colchester goal hero Jamie Cureton departs role at Isthmian League club
Former Colchester United striker Jamie Cureton is dismissed by Pitching In Isthmian League club
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Colchester United under-21s slide to narrow defeat at Peterborough
Colchester United under-21s lost at Peterborough United
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Witham Town book place in FA Cup third qualifying round after replay win
Witham Town book a meeting with Needham Market in FA Cup
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What's On
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CO2: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Mercury Theatre
Award-winning Colchester Operatic Society Second Edition (CO2) return to the Mercury theatre with this whimsical and family friendly musical.
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Voyager 2000: Worldbeing & Wonder?
What does it mean to grow up autistic in a digital world? Voyager 2000: Worldbeing & Wonder invites you on a sensory, emotional, and digital journey.
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YAK: Culture of Curiosities
YAK: Culture of Curiosities curated by our Young Art Kommunity (YAK) showcases how young people use the Internet to portray themselves and the world around them
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Warhammer Games Night
Come along and join us for a grownups Warhammer games night!
at St Stephen’s Church
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