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Superstar grandad battling cancer set to begin gruelling 450-mile walk
A grandad with cancer from Tendring village is preparing to take on a gruelling 450-mile walk raising money for four charities.
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Why this alternative three party coalition for Colchester Council didn't work out
AN alternative coalition was suggested between three of Colchester’s political parties to stop the Conservatives coming to power; it has been revealed.
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I tried Colchester's best rated Chinese restaurant - and it did not disappoint
ChinaTown Colchester falls firmly into the latter camp if you haven't stumbled upon it yet, consider this your invitation to rectify that.
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Investigation launched into suspected arson attack at storage site
Police have launched an investigation into a suspect arson which took place at a vehicle storage site in Linford.
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Two men arrested after city centre 'disturbance' filmed by witnesses
Two men have been arrested after a reported disturbance in Colchester city centre and was witnessed by a number of people.
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More top DJs and acts revealed for secret Mersea festival
The sixth Secret Island Festival in Mersea will take place from August 7 until August 9.
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Man arrested on suspicion of exposure in two Essex areas
A man has been arrested in connection with two incidents of exposure in Stansted and Elsenham in May.
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Three car crash causing SEVERE delays on major route
A crash involving three vehicles is causing long delays for M25 drivers near Epping with a lane closure in place.
National News
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Electricity usage forecast to spike during England and Scotland World Cup gamesEngland and Scotland’s group games at the 2026 Fifa World Cup could kick off a national electricity spike equivalent to the total amount needed to power Leeds and Glasgow, according to Britain’s energy system operator.
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New AI tool which colour codes the body during live surgery used in UK firstA new AI tool which colour-codes different parts of the body during live operations has been used by surgeons for the first time in the UK.
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FIFA will allow plastic water bottles at World Cup after backlash to banFIFA has again amended its water bottle policy for the upcoming World Cup in North America, allowing fans to bring in one sealed, disposable 590ml bottle into stadiums.
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Britvic sued by owners of glamping cabin over image used in holiday competitionJ2O maker Britvic is being sued for thousands in damages by the owners of a glamping cabin who claim that the company infringed their copyright by using images of the site as part of a competition.
Sport
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Former Colchester United quartet help England Veterans win World Cup
Former Colchester United players help England Veterans lift the Seniors World Cup
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Colchester-born Henry Patten beaten in men's doubles final at French Open
Henry Patten lost out in the men’s doubles final at the French Open
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Why Colchester United’s summer may be defined by who stays, not just who signs
Colchester United are hoping to keep hold of their key players this summer
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Ex-Colchester United defender makes permanent switch to Shrimps
Former Colchester United defender signs for Shrimps
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The Colchester Roman and Medieval Festival - Castle Park
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Rebecca Riess: Lossless
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The Colchester Roman & Medieval Festival - Lower Castle Park, Colchester
A huge fun packed and educational event in Colchester’s Castle Park.
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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...
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