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Severe delays as all traffic STOPPED on major route due to vehicle blaze
A major section of the M25 is currently at a standstill this evening due to a vehicle fire near the Dartford Tunnel.
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Colchester Hospital doctor missed woman's liver failure after misreading test results
A CARER known affectionately by her family as “auntie Q” died after doctors failed to notice she was suffering from liver failure.
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Calls for council to fix 'oversight' to allow Colchester cyclists to cross safely
Berechurch ward councillor Martyn Warnes has been contacted by residents of Monkwick Estate over changes to Bounstead Road’s junction.
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'Ghost airport' to re-open almost 15 years after Essex flights axed
An abandoned airport once used by Ryanair with weekly flights from Stansted Airport is set to re-open 14 years after it closed.
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Rare amber-listed kestrel chicks fledge at Essex coastal town landmark
Five kestrel chicks hatched at the Naze Tower have successfully fledged and are now soaring in the skies above Walton.
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Fuel prices fall to lowest since April as petrol in Essex nears 150p per litre
Petrol prices in Essex have fallen to their lowest average since early April, and the trend looks likely to continue. Unleaded and diesel prices fall.
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Exciting announcement made for future of former garden centre
An exciting announcement has been made at the former site of Mill Race Garden Centre, near Colchester.
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Essex man denies stealing from major stadium during Beyoncé show
A Chelmsford man is among two defendants who have denied burgling Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on the night Beyoncé performed.
National News
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Church of England sorry for forced adoptions telling survivors shame is oursThe Church of England has apologised for the “pain, trauma and stigma” caused to those affected by historical forced adoption, as its lead bishop spoke of a deep shame that the practice had happened to people “in the care of Christian communities”.
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Train crash could have been avoided if driver had used emergency system reportA fatal train crash could have been avoided if a driver had used an emergency system designed to reduce speed, an investigation has found.
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Robin Hoods Major Oak in Sherwood Forest has died experts sayA vast ancient oak tree linked to the legend of Robin Hood is thought to have died after its first spring with no leaves, experts have said.
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Struggles to keep on top of car admin costing some drivers more survey findsAround a fifth (21%) of drivers have forgotten essential car admin dates such as their MOT, tax or insurance – potentially leaving many people at risk of penalties – a survey indicates.
Sport
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Fundraiser launched for brave daughter of Colchester United promotion winner
Fitness club members set for fundraiser for former Colchester United keeper's daughter
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Danny Mills: EFL clubs like Colchester United can produce world-class talent
Danny Mills: Colchester United can help shape future internationals
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League Two club appoint Australian coach as new manager
League Two side Salford City have appointed new manager
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Pat Baldwin on Chelsea standout and Colchester United 2006 promotion memories
Pat Baldwin reflects on Colchester United's 2005/06 promotion ahead of Back to ’06 20th anniversary dinner
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The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time - Headgate Theatre
A teenager with a brilliant mind for mental maths and astronomy discovers the suspicious death of his neighbour’s dog.
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University Centre Colchester (UCC): To Be Continued
Celebrate the next generation of Colchester’s artists in this dynamic, two-part exhibition from students at University Centre Colchester.
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Godfried Donkor: It’s a Numbers Game
Step into a boxing ring. Stand face-to-face with the leaders and resisters who shaped history. Walk through waves of figures rising from the pages of the Financ...
at Firstsite