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Emergency services at scene of incident after reports of woman being hit by train
Police and ambulance were the first to arrive at the East Street level crossing where a train was heading from the Hythe towards Colchester North railway station.
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Man arrested and dog removed after five separate reports of dog offences
A dog has been removed and a man has been arrested in Essex after five separate reports relating to dog offences.
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Dog found dead in Clacton after body washes up on beach
The dog, which is believed to be a male terrier Jack Russell, was found by a member of the public on Wednesday, November 19.
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Essex University campus closure 'political' says mayoral candidate
The Green candidate for Essex Mayor has promised to champion opportunities for the county following the closure of a university campus.
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Two Colchester restaurants named 'outstanding' in best UK restaurants guide
Two Colchester restaurants have been dubbed outstanding after the Harden's national diners poll was revealed.
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Colchester mum's premature baby denied vital RSV vaccine due to 'gap in policy'
Colchester mother says a gap in national vaccination policy has left her premature baby vulnerable to serious respiratory illness — despite repeated attempts.
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Shopping centre boss says 'glass walkway' for Roman mosaic will bring tourism to city
A piece of Roman mosaic was discovered back in 2022 by archaeologists who had planned to recover the relic and put it on show.
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Pedestrian was hit by car in fatal accident on A133
Harvey O’Donnell, 22, was treated at the scene and taken to Colchester Hospital where he died from his injuries the following morning.
National News
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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.
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Reform UK handed biggest donation from a living person figures showReform UK recently received the biggest single donation in history to a political party from a living person, official figures show.
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Novichok victims family call for change as they criticise inquiry reportThe family of Novichok victim Dawn Sturgess have said “there must be reflection and change” as they criticised the lack of recommendations in a public inquiry’s final report.
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Reform UK handed biggest donation from a living personReform UK has recently received the biggest single donation in history to a political party from a living person, official figures show.
Sport
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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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Sidelined Colchester United midfielder making 'really positive inroads'
Colchester United midfielder making ‘really positive inroads’
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Essex golfer Charlie Rusbridge retains Justin Rose Telegraph Junior title
Charlie Rusbridge claims back-to-back Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championship titles
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All you need to know as Colchester and West Ham U21s await Vertu Trophy draw
Colchester United await Vertu Trophy Round of 16 draw
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Air Ambulance Candlelit Carol Concert
A candlelit Christmas Carol Concert is taking place in aid of the Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT).
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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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