Local News
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Essex star says family is safe after ‘very scary’ night in Dubai
The reality TV star, 34, and her husband, former footballer Rio Ferdinand, relocated to Dubai last year with their young children
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Nostalgia: Take a look back at Colchester Half Marathon over the years
COLCHESTER’S annual Half Marathon has become a key date in the city's sporting and social calendar.
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Colchester eateries with dedicated Mother's Day 2026 deals
Here are some of the best eateries in Colchester with dedicated Mother's Day deals for 2026.
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Easter event invites families to attend dressed as Disney characters
Hilltop Garden Centre, in Clacton Road, Weeley, has announced the return of its Easter Family Fun Day.
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Work begins on 'exciting' new children’s sensory garden at Colchester Hospital
Construction has officially begun on exciting new Children’s Sensory Garden at Colchester Hospital.
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House near Colchester with sweeping countryside views on the market for £1.3m
The four-bedroom house on Church Road, Peldon, has two bathrooms and three reception rooms.
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Revealed - are you entitled to a share of more than 100 unclaimed estates in Essex?
Over 100 unclaimed estates in Essex await rightful heirs, check the Bona Vacantia list here to see if you’re an eligible relative.
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The 14 planning applications decided on by Colchester Council this week
Here are the latest planning applications received and decided by Colchester Council.
National News
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Three US troops killed in military operation against IranThree American service members have been killed and five have been seriously injured in military operations targeting Iran, the US military has said.
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UK flights to and from Middle East remain suspended until Monday airlines sayFlights to and from countries in the Middle East are to remain suspended until Monday as the conflict in the region continues, major airlines have said.
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Few will mourn Ayatollahs death in US Israeli strikes says Defence SecretaryDefence Secretary John Healey said “few people will mourn” the Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following his death in joint US-Israeli strikes on Saturday.
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Olivia Dean wins big at Brits as Palestine and Peter Mandelson mentions censoredOlivia Dean won big at the 2026 Brit Awards, scooping four gongs, as a joke about Lord Peter Mandelson and a shout of “free Palestine” were censored by ITV.
Sport
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'I think that's my solace in my life': Karl Robinson proud of Salford players
Salford City boss Karl Robinson on win at Colchester United
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'Just not at the races': Colchester United fans have their say on Salford defeat
Colchester United fans give their verdict on Salford City defeat
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'What do they expect us to do?': Danny Cowley upset after U's goalkeeper blow
Colchester United have been left short of goalkeeper cover
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PLAYER RATINGS: How Colchester United fared in their defeat to Salford City
Colchester United player ratings after 1-0 home defeat to Salford City
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What's On
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The Manningtree Witches
“It does not matter what is true, or not true. All that matters is what is written down.”
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Celtic Illusion - Princes Theatre, Clacton
Prepare to be spellbound by one of the world’s most unique and exhilarating stage productions — Celtic Illusion.
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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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