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5 pets at RSPCA Essex who are searching for their forever homes
Essex RSPCA centres and Danaher Animal Home have plenty of pets that are looking to find new owners
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Man arrested after police probe into girls 'being followed' in Colchester area
A man has been arrested on suspicion of common assault after reports of girls being approached and followed in Colchester.
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In Pictures: Fest4All enjoyed by hundreds of people in Weeley
Fest4All, which was hosted by the 1st Weeley and Little Clacton Scouts, was held over the weekend with five hours of fun.
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'Laidback summer vibe' - Southminster band release new single about Papermill Lock
The Remedy, made up of Angela Gardner, Jon Greaves, Beth Pratt and Julian May, will be releasing its newest hit, Papermill Lock, on September 6.
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Spectacular inflatable obstacle course to open at popular south Essex park
The Beast is a brand new attraction at Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park, in South Woodham Ferrers.
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Colchester road partially blocked with slow traffic after crash on one-way road
A CRASH has partially blocked a busy road near Colchester.
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One lane closed on A12 northbound near Colchester due to stalled car
ONE lane of a busy road near Colchester is closed with queuing traffic in the area.
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Creating a sustainable future for local communities
National Grid is committed to leaving a positive legacy in East Anglia, says community benefits manager Kim Sibilla.
National News
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Teenager arrested over Transport for London cyber attack
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in Walsall as part of the investigation into a cyber security incident affecting Transport for London (TfL), the National Crime Agency (NCA) said.
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Councils warn of devastating London homelessness and housing crisis
Homelessness and the housing crisis are having a “devastating impact” on Londoners and “wreaking havoc” on boroughs’ finances, councils have warned.
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Earth looks like a perfect world billionaire says on first private spacewalk
A billionaire who stepped out on the first private spacewalk declared that “Earth sure looks like a perfect world”, as he emerged from a spacecraft and looked back at the planet.
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No more money for NHS without reform says Starmer
There will be no more money for the NHS without reform, the Prime Minister has said, as he acknowledged that not all of his policies aimed at improving the nation’s health will prove popular.
Sport
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Colchester handed triple defensive boost ahead of Morecambe clash
Colchester United handed a triple defensive boost for Morecambe clash
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FORMER U'S: Ex-Colchester favourite joins National League side
Former Colchester United forward Gavin Massey has signed for AFC Fylde
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Colchester received some 'really good offers' for forward in transfer window
Colchester United received 'really good offers' for forward in transfer window
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West Ham fans group vow to 'never give up' over controversial ticketing policy
West Ham United fans’ group protest withdrawal of concessionary season tickets
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Tim Noble & Sue Webster: Love and Hate at Firstsite
In this presentation, seven light sculptures by Noble & Webster illuminate areas of the Firstsite building with pops of glimmering colour.
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Concrete Dreams: Just Can’t Get Enough
Immerse yourself in the experiences of those who moved to post-WWII 'New Towns' and the communities affected by these developments.
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Lunar Lullabies
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Anti Loo Roll Festival 2024
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