Local News
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Essex Police 'very worried' about missing Colchester teen Henry Richards, 18
Henry also has links to Chelmsford.
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The latest planning applications and decisions from Colchester Council
Here are the latest planning applications received and decided by Colchester Council.
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'Such a shame' - Essex residents' disappointment as multiple pubs face closures
We spoke to residents in and around Colchester about what pubs mean to them and how they feel about closures.
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I took on the large English breakfast at this gem of a café and failed to defeat it
Café Bar 82 moved into the unit underneath The Red Lion Hotel in January.
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Jailed in Essex: 5 criminals put behind bars in February so far
From sexual offences to theft, several individuals have been sentenced to jail time across Essex so far this month.
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Plans submitted to 'gift' solo homes to cope with Essex's homelessness crisis
Chelmsford City Council has received a planning application for the installation of eight single‑storey Solohaus homes.
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Colchester Probus Club hosts talk about Jumbo water tower
Members of Colchester Probus Club were entertained with a talk about the Jumbo water tower by trustee Andrew Crayston.
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Four-bed home with pond and Victorian looks up for sale at £750k
Set down a privately owned lane, the double-fronted home sits on a 0.25-acre plot with a quiet, countryside feel.
National News
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Records tumble for Team GB on super Sunday at Winter OlympicsTeam GB chef de mission Eve Muirhead has hailed the greatest day in British Winter Olympic history as records tumbled like an avalanche in Livigno and Cortina.
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Snow warning in force as flooding expected in more than 70 areasA yellow snow warning is in force in part of the UK as flooding is expected in more than 70 areas.
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Charlotte Bankes and Huw Nightingale win historic gold for Great BritainCharlotte Bankes and Huw Nightingale roared to Great Britain’s best ever result on snow at the Winter Olympics as they claimed a thrilling gold medal in mixed team snowboard cross.
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Larry the cat marks 15 years as No 10s chief mouserLarry the cat is marking 15 years as No 10’s mouse catcher after serving six prime ministers in Downing Street.
Sport
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Five observations following Colchester United's defeat at Barrow
Five talking points following Colchester United defeat at Barrow
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Steve Pitt encouraged by Braintree Town display after Solihull Moors draw
Braintree Town draw with Solihull Moors in National League
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OPPOSITION VIEW: Barrow boss Dino Maamria on win over Colchester United
Barrow boss Dino Maamria on win over Colchester United
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Colchester teen takes home silver in England Boxing National Youth Championships
Colchester teenager Tyler O'Connor won silver at the England Boxing National Youth Championships.
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What's On
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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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Colchester Art Society at 80
In celebration of Colchester Art Society’s 80th anniversary, be inspired by a rich collection of current members.
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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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Colchester Art Society at 80
In celebration of Colchester Art Society’s 80th anniversary, be inspired by a rich collection of current members.
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