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Part of A12 reportedly closed and causing traffic delays
A section of the A12 is currently closed affecting commuters in Essex.
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'Missed opportunities' in care of amputee who died at Basildon Hospital
Opportunities were "missed" in the care of an amputee from Southend who died from sepsis at Basildon Hospital, a coroner has said.
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University of Essex staff in no confidence vote over Southend campus closure
Another request is for the university to stop the closure of the Southend campus and fully disclose the financial decisions behind the shutdown to Southend Council and investors.
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Rail operator issues compensation update after recent travel chaos in Essex
Commuters faced hours of travel chaos after a major rail fault caused delays and cancellations across the whole of Essex.
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Police appeal for help in search for missing 14-year-old in Essex
A 14-year-old girl has gone missing in Chelmsford.
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Truckers to hike 115km in Spain to help abused and vulnerable children
A pair of long-haul lorry drivers are undertaking a major hike to ensure vulnerable children get the support they need.
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City centre office space wins awards for construction teams
A new coworking and office space in Colchester’s city centre secured a double win at a national construction awards.
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Tribute as Colchester Fringe friend and supporter dies
Festival bosses have paid a heartfelt tribute following the death of a “supporter and true friend” of the Colchester Fringe.
National News
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Meningitis B Jabs and antibiotics offered as three cases found in WeymouthThree cases of meningitis B have been confirmed in young people in Weymouth, Dorset, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said, adding that those affected are recovering well.
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Starmer UK and France to lead mission in Strait of Hormuz when war endsThe UK and France will lead a peaceful mission to protect freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, Sir Keir Starmer said.
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Nursery worker jailed for more than three years over horrible death of toddlerA nursery worker who killed a 14-month-old boy while trying to get him to sleep has been jailed for three years and four months for gross negligence manslaughter.
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Artwork placed on Murrayfield pitch to mark womens sport milestoneSaturday sees Scotland play England - the largest standalone women's sporting event in Scotland
Sport
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The ex-Chelsea academy guru who could form part of John Terry's U's blueprint
Neil Bath could be part of John Terry’s takeover plans at Colchester United
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John Terry will follow Lionel Messi's lead if he buys into Colchester United
John Terry can follow in the footsteps of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
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Colchester United under-21s score late leveller in draw at Charlton Athletic
Colchester United’s under-21s struck a stoppage-time equaliser to draw at Charlton Athletic
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Southampton loanee Romeo Akachukwu reveals inspirational words prior to assist
Colchester United loanee Romeo Akachukwu on vital assist, Southampton and more
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Claude Bourbon Progressive Blues - Headgate Theatre
Claude Bourbon is an extraordinary guitarist. Blessed with impeccable timing, he does things on six strings that are simply amazing.
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Arrival - The Hits of Abba
50 years since ABBA’s iconic Arrival album first lit up the charts, the multi-award-winning show that shares the same name, Arrival – The Hits of ABBA, is back ...
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Sue Webster: Birth of an Icon
Defaced leather jackets, memorabilia, self-portraits, video, and installation – journey through a raw, and personal exploration of art, identity.
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