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Police shut road as firefighters attend third blaze near historic pub
A third fire in three days has broken out near a historic pub in Tilbury.
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Coastguard helicopter launched to stranded boat near MoD firing range
A rescue helicopter was deployed to help a stranded boat operator near the MoD's live firing range in Foulness.
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Two car parks closed to the public in Essex city centre this week
Two city centre car parks will be temporarily closed to the public on Wednesday and Thursday.
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Doctor facing tribunal accused of working for five years without required status
Colchester doctor Dr Okolie faces tribunal over claims he worked as an Approved Clinician without authorisation from 2018 to 2023; hearing October 5-16.
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Calls for action over boating lake grow even stronger
Pam Cox MP urges Colchester Council to set a reopening date for Castle Park boating lake, closed since May 2024, with Colchester Institute offering support.
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Garden centre announces launch date for Christmas department
Ongar Garden Centre launches its Christmas department on October 3 and 4, with festive family fun, discounts, decorations, gifts and Santa experiences.
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Much-loved restaurant feeling pinch as roadworks deter diners
Thai One, a small family-run Thai restaurant in East Hill, has spoken out about the impact of ongoing roadworks on its business.
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Essex could see Northern Lights again this autumn as solar activity remains high
Essex residents could see the Northern Lights in autumn 2026 as Solar Cycle 25 keeps geomagnetic activity high, with equinoxes improving viewing chances.
National News
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England bowler Mark Wood announces retirement from international cricketEngland bowler Mark Wood has announced his retirement from international cricket.
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Andy Burnham to tell United Nations that UK is not on the slideAndy Burnham will insist the UK is not “on the slide” and attempt to draw a line under 10 years of post-Brexit turbulence as he makes his United Nations debut as Prime Minister.
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Government borrowing hits second highest August on record in setback for HealeyUK Government borrowing rose in August to the second-highest level for the month on record, coming in above forecasts and piling pressure on Chancellor John Healey ahead of his first autumn Budget, figures show.
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Marthas Rule to be extended to hospital AE departments in EnglandMartha’s Rule will be extended to hospital A and E departments in England, making it easier for staff and families to ask for a second opinion.
Sport
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Peterborough 3 Colchester 1 - match report as U's lose Jersey Mike's Trophy game
Colchester United beaten at Peterborough United in Jersey Mike’s Trophy group opener
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Peterborough 3 Colchester United 1 - as it happened
Colchester United lost at Peterborough United in the Jersey Mike's Trophy
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U's must move on from frustrating draw but officiating concerns can't be ignored
Colchester United fan Si Collinson shares his latest views on the U’s
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Colchester United Women thrash Newmarket Town 4-1 to make FA Cup progress
Colchester United Women booked a trip to Milton Keynes Dons in the Women’s FA Cup third qualifying round
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