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Cancer charity invites Colchester businesses to tee off for good cause
The Robin Cancer Trust and InColchester BID are inviting businesses to a mini golf networking event to raise funds for charity.
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Live updates as drivers face MAJOR delays after multi-vehicle crash
All traffic is being held on the M11 near Epping after a crash between multiple vehicles
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ALL TRAFFIC HELD on major route after multi-vehicle crash
Drivers on the M11 are currently being held after a crash between multiple vehicles near Epping.
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Motorcyclist left with 'life-changing injuries' after three-vehicle crash
Police have confirmed a motorcyclist has suffered life-changing injuries after a three-vehicle crash in Ongar, Essex.
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Old Heath Recreation Ground to host series of community events
Old Heath Recreation Ground is hosting a series of community events over the next month.
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Bookies name Essex celeb favourite to win Strictly Come Dancing 2026
Dani Dyer has been named the bookies favourite to win Strictly Come Dancing ahead of the show's return next month.
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Drivers facing STANDSTILL traffic on M25 near Dartford crossing
Drivers are facing standstill traffic on the M25 near to the Dartford Crossing on the Essex and Kent border.
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Post Office reopens in historic village with major change to opening hours
A Post Office in Bures has re-opened at a new location, after temporarily closing earlier this year.
National News
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A level top grades rise for third year in a row likely driven by maths scoresThe proportion of A-level entries awarded top grades has risen for the third year in a row, likely driven by the popularity of maths and students scoring highly in it.
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World Cup and Junes heatwave help UK economy withstand Iran war pressuresBritain’s economic growth slowed in the second quarter but a boost from heatwaves and the World Cup helped offset impacts from the Iran war in a better-than-expected performance in June, official figures have shown.
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UK could see hottest day of year as parts of England may hit 38CThe UK could see its hottest day of the year so far as parts of England may hit 38C during the peak of the fifth heatwave of the summer.
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Burnham to consider disposable BBQ ban amid heatwave and wildfire riskAndy Burnham has said he will consider imposing a ban on disposable barbecues amid the risk of further wildfires as extreme heat continues to grip parts of the UK.
Sport
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Ex-Colchester United striker Samson Tovide training with Essex rivals Southend
Former Colchester United striker Samson Tovide training with Southend
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Maldon & Tiptree supporters group issue fresh statement after first home game
Maldon & Tiptree supporters group issue a fresh update
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Oscar Thorn ready to make his mark for Colchester United after loan from Lincoln
Oscar Thorn on loan return to Colchester United from Lincoln City
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League Two preview: Can new-look Colchester United make the step up?
Colchester United begin their League Two campaign at Accrington Stanley with a reshaped squad aiming to turn promise into a promotion push
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