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Colchester mini-market ordered to remove shopfront after appeal rejected
Elliot Mini-market has been ordered to remove its new shopfront after an appeal was rejected by Colchester Council.
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Curry house hopes to be named 'most wanted' in south of England
A Kelvedon curry house could be in line to win the "most wanted" in the south of England at an annual awards.
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Residents told to 'go about their ordinary business' after weapons fight
Greenstead ward councillor, Tim Young is encouraging residents to go about their everyday lives following reports of a frightening fight with weapons.
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Work begins on pocket park to revive Colchester's Trinity Square
A programme of improvements has begun to create a pocket park at Trinity Square in Colchester.
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Humble seaside restaurant serves one of Essex’s best Italian dining experiences
It’s easy to see why Osteria del Mare in Frinton has been getting such strong word of mouth since opening last year.
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New adaptation of Jane Eyre to premiere at Mercury Theatre this autumn
Jane Eyre will be directed by Lily Dyble after winning the 2025 Royal Theatrical Support Trust (RTST) Sir Peter Hall Director Award.
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Essex TikTok star famous for his takeaway reviews set to get own reality TV show
Big John, known for his Chinese takeaway reviews, and catchphrase "BOSH!" at the end of videos, has landed a six-part series with Paramount+.
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Key commuter route to shut for three months from TODAY
A busy route is closing for three months from today as work gets underway for a new housing development.
National News
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Some older people having to unretire due to financial pressuresA significant proportion of older people are deciding to “unretire” as the financial reality of retirement falls short of expectations, according to research.
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West Brom insist they have not breached EFLs financial rulesWest Brom insist they have “fully complied” with the EFL’s financial rules amid fears of a points deduction for the relegation-threatened Championship side.
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Paddington The Musical sweeps Oliviers as Evita and Into The Woods also triumphPaddington The Musical was the big winner at the 2026 Olivier Awards, where the West End revivals of Evita and Into The Woods also won plaudits.
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Duke and Duchess of Sussex to begin Australia visitThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to begin a visit to Australia which includes both charitable and commercial engagements across Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.
Sport
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John Terry part of consortium 'poised to announce' Colchester United takeover
John Terry part of consortium set to buy Colchester United
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Two Colchester United players named in League Two team of the week
Colchester United pair are named in Sky Bet League Two Team of the Week
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Colchester owner Robbie Cowling issues statement amid John Terry takeover talk
Colchester United chairman Robbie Cowling on John Terry takeover talk
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Farewell to a Colchester United double-winning legend Nicky Smith
Tributes paid to Colchester United double-winning legend Nicky Smith
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