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'Cavernous' sinkhole which caused worry to residents now scheduled for repairs
Repairs to a sinkhole which caused worry to residents in Frinton have now been scheduled.
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Winning design announced for Castle Park playground in Colchester
The winning design has been chosen for the new Castle Park playground in Colchester following a public vote.
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Colchester deemed a less happy place to live than Clacton according to UK poll
Colchester has been ranked inside the top 100 happiest places to live across the UK, but coming way behind Clacton in 25th.
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Uni student to face 'nightmare' commute to Colchester amid Southend campus closure
The University of Essex Southend campus set for closure is home to hundreds of students on nursing courses, providing a vital pipeline of nursing staff to local health services.
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Deputy PM apologises in person to father after mistaken release of sex offender
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy apologised in person to a man after the sex offender who assaulted his teenage daughter was mistakenly released from prison.
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One of Essex's most popular Christmas markets underway with gifts, food and fun
One of Essex’s most popular Christmas markets is in full swing for its 10th year with seasonal treats, unique yuletide gifts and dazzling decorations.
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Officers investigating burglary after 'distinctive items' found in garden
Officers in Braintree are investigating after a series of distinctive items are believed to have been stolen from a burglary.
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Colchester Zoo announce target opening date for new multi-million pound lion habitat
Colchester Zoo has announced the date in which they want to try and aim for to get their new lion habitat open by.
National News
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Red squirrel range increases 25 in Highlands following reintroduction projectThe range of red squirrels in the Highlands has increased by more than 25% in a decade following a reintroduction project by a rewilding charity.
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Better buses are finally on the way with multi year funding deal ministerLong-awaited multi-year funding for bus services in England has been announced by the Department for Transport (DfT).
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Report identifies clear failings in care for frail adultsA significant number of elderly people with frailty are not getting follow-up support they need after diagnosis, according to a new review.
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David Tennant and Aidan Turner return in first look at second series of RivalsDavid Tennant strides away from a helicopter in first-look pictures from the upcoming second series of Rivals.
Sport
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Witham rally for another win
Witham Town won their second league match in three days despite finding themselves two goals down inside three minutes at Newmarket Town.
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Danny Cowley wants in-form Colchester side to seize League Two opportunity
Colchester United boss Danny Cowley on Gillingham clash
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'An inspiration' - Danny Cowley pays tribute to West Ham legend Billy Bonds
Danny Cowley pays heartfelt tribute to West Ham legend Billy Bonds
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Danny Cowley provides Colchester United injury update ahead of Gillingham game
Colchester United boss Danny Cowley gives injury update ahead of Gillingham
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The Laughter Zone Comedy Club
Come on in for a riotous night of laughter where the bar will be open throughout.
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Ghafar Tajmohammad If you throw a stone in the crowd, someone’s going to get hurt
Explore Ghafar Tajmohammad’s thought-provoking collection of paintings and hand-woven rugs
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Into Abstraction Modern British Art and the Landscape
Discover how some of Britain’s most influential artists used colour, shape, and form to capture feelings, emotions, and experiences during a century of change.
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Into the Orchard
Take a walk through the seasons at Crapes Fruit Farm in Essex in this immersive exhibition by artists Hana Loftus and Maddie Persent.
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