Local News
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Freddie Farrow inquest jury reaches conclusion of accidental death
Live updates from the inquest into the death of Freddie Farrow
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M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex taking place this weekend
Some closures from February 7 to 9 on the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing may affect some Essex drivers this weekend.
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Jury concludes Freddie Farrow's death after Fenwick incident was accidental
Freddie Farrow was struck by a mirror which fell on him in the department store in July 2021.
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Ex-Colchester police officer sentenced after money laundering for drug dealing sons
AN EX-Colchester Police officer has been sentenced as part of a drug investigation about her two drug-dealing sons.
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Man found guilty of lying about 'distinguished' military career
Jurors have delivered a guilty verdict in the case of a Norfolk man accused of fabricating a career in the British Army to avoid being jailed for a firearms offence.
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Shock as several cars hit by objects thrown off Colchester bridge
A woman whose car was hit by an item thrown off a Colchester bridge says she does not recognise the city anymore.
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Colchester actor on 'great experience' working with Tom Hanks in his latest film
A GIFTED artist, musician and actor from Colchester has appeared in an acclaimed Hollywood actor’s latest movie - and the star even joked they “should start a band” together.
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MPs and Colchester councillors respond to recommendation to 'Save the Wick'
COLCHESTER and Essex leaders have welcomed the council’s recommendation to remove Middlewick Ranges from the Local Plan, meaning 1,000 homes may not be built on it.
National News
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Government warned over high risk multibillion pound backing for carbon capture
The Government’s £22 billion backing of “unproven” technology to capture and store carbon emissions is high risk, MPs have warned.
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Mesh campaigners call for urgent action on financial compensation
Women who were harmed after being fitted with mesh have “faced silence” for a year after a major report said there was a “clear case for redress”, a campaigner has said.
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AI could replace 70 of tasks in computer based jobs study says
As much as 70% of tasks in computer-based jobs could be transformed or replaced by AI, according to a new study.
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King and Queen to pay state visits to Italy and the Vatican
The King and Queen are to pay state visits to Italy and the Vatican, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.
Sport
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Kane Vincent-Young reveals 'huge factor' in his welcome return to Colchester
Kane Vincent-Young on his return to Colchester United
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FORMER U'S: Ex-Colchester United striker makes move to Jersey side
Former Colchester United striker returns to his roots
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Danny Cowley wants Walsall disappointment to fuel U's ahead of return game
Colchester United head coach Danny Cowley on Walsall game
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Colchester United rejected 'multiple bids' for Samson Tovide in transfer window
Colchester United rejected multiple bids for Samson Tovide in transfer window
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What's On
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Queen of the Night - Tribute to Whitney Houston
After selling 100,000 tickets last year, including a UK arena tour and sold-out shows at the Royal Albert Hall, The London Palladium and other UK venues, Queen ...
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Leonora Carrington: Avatars & Alliances
Step into the magical and mystical world of Leonora Carrington, the British-Mexican painter and novelist, in her debut exhibition in the East of England.
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Introduction to Collage Workshop
Sociable, creative and fun Introduction to Collage Workshop where you’ll learn new techniques, unwind and have a delicious lunch together.
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Jane Ostler: Finding the Hand of Kindness
Explore the therapeutic nature of creativity by using both personal and shared experiences to construct art.
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