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In the dock - the latest cases heard at North Essex Magistrates' Court
Here are some of the latest cases heard at North Essex Magistrates' Court.
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Former TOWIE star cuts price of Essex mansion by £250K
Former TOWIE star Joey Essex has cut the price of his 4-bed mansion in Chigwell, Essex by £250k. Previously listed at £2.75m, now up for £2.5m
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Colchester paratroopers test new counter-drone technology
Colchester paratroopers have been putting the latest counter-drone technology to the test alongside the US Army.
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Plane makes emergency landing after 'technical issue'
An easyJet flight from Alicante, bound for Southend Airport, was forced to divert to Stansted yesterday afternoon due to a 'technical issue'.
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Nominate community heroes for Pride of Essex Awards 2026
Nominations are now open to honour community heroes for the Pride of Essex Awards 2026.
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Major coffee chain to open at Essex cinema in new partnership deal
Costa Coffee will soon open a branch inside Cineworld at Braintree Leisure and Retail Park, next to Braintree Village as part of wider plans.
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New Essex County Council leader wants to SCRAP local government reorganisation
The new leader of Essex County Council has announced plans to challenge the looming Local Government Reorganisation.
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Drivers warned as six-mile stretch of A12 to close from TODAY
National Highways has confirmed it will return to the A12 between Boreham and Marks Tey for additional work from today.
National News
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Rayner cleared by HMRC over tax affairs amid uncertainty over Starmers futureAngela Rayner has said she has been cleared of deliberate wrongdoing in an investigation over her tax affairs, paving the way for a potential leadership bid amid uncertainty over Sir Keir Starmer’s future.
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UK economy records strongest quarterly growth in a yearThe UK economy has recorded the strongest quarterly growth in a year over the first three months of 2026 with a surprise spurt in activity after the Iran war began, figures show.
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Pink Floyd rainbow prism effect coins launched by The Royal MintCommemorative coins celebrating Pink Floyd are being launched by The Royal Mint, celebrating the band’s enduring legacy.
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Regional divide as house prices came under increased pressure in April reportHouse prices came under increased pressure in April, with signs of a widening regional divide, according to surveyors.
Sport
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Former Colchester United defender Tommy Smith named in World Cup squad
Former Colchester United defender Tommy Smith named in World Cup squad
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Former Colchester United loan duo 'won't be short of offers' this summer
Former Colchester United loan duo 'won't be short of offers' this summer
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Kelvedon race ace gets new season off to a winning start at Snetterton
Kelton Martin got off to a rapid start in BRSCC Production Cup opener at Snetterton
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Danny Cowley on 'tough conversations' and Colchester retained and released list
Colchester United boss Danny Cowley on player talks and retained and released list
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Rebecca Riess: Lossless
How do we cope with the noise of the modern world? Rebecca Riess invites you to explore this question through a bold and immersive series of otherworldly large-...
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Speed Dating - Southend on Sea - Over 50's
Speed Dating - The Mews, Southend on Sea - Over 50's
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University Centre Colchester (UCC): To Be Continued
Celebrate the next generation of Colchester’s artists in this dynamic, two-part exhibition from students at University Centre Colchester.
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Trust The Process: Observational Drawing
Our four-part Trust the Process: Observational Drawing workshop invites you to explore the foundations of observational art.
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