Local News
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Mum and son accused of running man off road in Essex 'revenge attack'
Hollie Dance and Thomas Summers are accused of chasing a man up the A127 from Southend to Basildon before making him crash on Uppermayne
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Here are when buses will replace Colchester to Clacton trains next month
Operator Greater Anglia has set aside April 25, 27, 28 and 29 as dates when the final direct train from Colchester to Clacton will run at 11.15pm.
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Collapsed historic weir won't be repaired because it would cost £2million
Repairs to the 900-year-old structure have been debated since its collapse into the River Colne in December 2023.
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Man who broke into golf club told police he 'didn't know how his DNA got there'
In 2024, Kallum Parks went to Colchester Golf Club in Braiswick, in the middle of the night of August 8.
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Address in Wivenhoe could be split into studio flats
A planning application published on the Colchester Council website shows Andrew Feasey has applied on behalf of the homeowner Mr Humm.
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Revised plans submitted for self-build homes in village
Ash Property Partnership submits plans to Braintree Council for up to five self-build homes in Wickham St Paul, aiming to meet local self-build housing demand.
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Headteacher 'immensely proud' as Colchester school achieves glowing Ofsted report
Home Farm Primary School in Colchester receives outstanding Ofsted report, praised for exceptional standards in attendance, behaviour, safeguarding and more.
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Speed limit reductions could be on the way as 20mph limits proposed in Essex
Essex County Council proposes 20mph speed limits in new Safer Speeds Strategy to cut road deaths with a public consultation open.
National News
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New checks for train passengers who buy tickets with railcard discountsTrain passengers who buy tickets with railcard discounts will be required to pass additional checks as part of a Government crackdown on fare dodging.
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Black music makes up 80 of UK recorded music revenue over past three decadesBlack music has made up 80% of the UK’s recorded music revenue over the past three decades, new figures show.
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Cost of fixing all potholes on national disgrace roads estimated at 186bnThe estimated cost of bringing pothole-plagued local roads in England and Wales up to scratch has risen to a record £18.6 billion, according to a new report, which branded the situation “a national disgrace”.
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Meningitis outbreak Tribute paid to student who died as hundreds seek treatmentThree schools have confirmed cases of meningitis after an outbreak killed two students and others were admitted to hospital
Sport
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Arthur Read highlights rivals' run as inspiration for play-off chasing U's
Colchester United midfielder Arthur Read on play-off hopes
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Micah Mbick to undergo recovery and rehabilitation period at Charlton Athletic
Colchester United players in 'constant dialogue' with Micah Mbick
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Staff departures are part of a 'natural evolution' for Colchester United
Colchester United have had a number of staff departures
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Video to be released to tell story behind Witham Town's largest ever crowd
A video is set to be released sharing the story behind Witham Town's largest ever crowd and the story behind it.
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Rebecca Riess: Lossless
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In celebration of Colchester Art Society’s 80th anniversary, be inspired by a rich collection of current members.
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Age Well East - Seated Chair Movement Class and Friendship group
Come and join us at our newest Colchester City Centre Friendship Group, which includes a Seated Chair Movement Class, great company, a hot drink and biscuits!
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