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Animal sanctuary announces temporary closure after 'difficult and frustrating week'
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary in Brentwood, Essex, is closed on November 2 for urgent electrical repairs after power cuts, affecting visits and charity income.
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Henry Nowak's family reveal moment their ‘world changed twice’
Henry Nowak’s family speak to ITV about his Southampton murder, police bodycam footage and the independent review announced by Home Secretary.
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Major Essex route GRIDLOCKED due to crash
M25 crash near Brentwood causes lengthy anticlockwise delays after Junction 28 for the A12, with congestion stretching towards Junction 30 and the A13.
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Pensioner with underlying kidney condition died despite medical intervention
A 69-year-old man with kidney problems died after receiving treatment at Colchester Hospital, an inquest heard.
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Council-owned Amphora takes over Colchester grounds maintenance in cost-saving move
Amphora has taken over grounds maintenance in Colchester in a cost-saving move.
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Former Tesco worker avoids jail after distributing images of child sex abuse
Jake Quinney was arrested last year after police intelligence traced the downloading of indecent images to devices at his address.
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Colchester pensioners enjoy fish and chips at latest Alternative Oyster Feast
Colchester pensioners enjoyed fish and chips, entertainment and bingo as the Alternative Oyster Feast returned to Greenstead Social Centre.
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'More than 60 Essex children are waiting for a permanent family'
With more than 60 children in Essex waiting for their permanent family, Essex County Council raised awareness of National Adoption Week.
National News
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Use of AI by job candidates increasing managers sayThe use of artificial intelligence (AI) by job candidates is increasing, according to new research.
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Skilled migrants could contribute 115bn to public finances think tank saysSkilled migrants settling in Britain are expected to contribute billions more to the public finances than they cost over their lifetimes, according to analysis published before an immigration rules overhaul expected on Monday.
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Government unveils 700 million to help develop stalled industrial sitesUp to 10 major industrial and commercial sites across the UK could be built with the help of £700 million in public capital, the Government has announced.
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King and Queen attend Sunday service in AntiguaThe King and Queen were told the voices of small states must be heard for there to be “true partnerships” in the Commonwealth as Caribbean nations welcomed the UK’s offer of slavery apology talks.
Sport
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Five big talking points from Colchester United’s frustrating Walsall defeat
Colchester United analysis after home defeat to Walsall
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Former Colchester United defender lands new player-coach role at Essex club
Former Colchester United defender Ryan Clampin has new player-coach role at Braintree Town
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Walsall boss makes admission after ending Colchester United's unbeaten home run
Lee Grant gives his verdict on Walsall's 3-1 at Colchester United
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'Frustrating; all about taking chances': Colchester fans on Walsall defeat
Colchester United fans have their say on home defeat to Walsall
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Out of Line: Banksy and the Art of Dissent - The Minories, ColchesterA landmark exhibition of street art, featuring 28 original artworks by Banksy.
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Trusted Business Networking LaunchNo pressure. No awkward networking. Just a friendly, welcoming group of local business people getting to know each other, sharing ideas and building genuine con...
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Against the TideExplore intimate photographs and first-hand accounts documenting what life is really like for young people growing up in coastal Britain.
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