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Councillor will be 'hugely missed' after announcement of his death
Uttlesford Council has announced the death of serving councillor for Great Dunmow North, Alexander Armstrong.
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Seven Essex beaches named among the best in the country
Seven beaches across Tendring have been granted with Blue Flag status, making them some of the best across the UK.
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How collaboration is helping power grid upgrades and support communities
Balfour Beatty is delivering essential electricity infrastructure and supporting communities along the route of National Grid’s Bramford to Twinstead project.
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Essex mental health service extends support for families after baby loss
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is extending its support to families experiencing baby loss.
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Colchester hospital celebrates vital role of nurses for International Nurses Day
Cygnet Hospital in Colchester has celebrated the vital role of its nursing team in helping people with learning disabilities and mental health needs.
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Rich list reveals wealthiest people in Essex (with their estimated fortunes)
The richest people in Essex have been revealed according to the Sunday Times Rich List for 2026.
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Man arrested after police stop stolen Nissan with cloned plates
Essex Police have arrested a 59-year-old man from Halstead after officers stopped a stolen Nissan Navara in Bocking. Vehicle reported stolen from Southend.
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Two lorries involved in incident blocking major Essex route
Drivers on the A12 are experiencing delays after an incident involving two lorries blocks the carriageway at Junction 26. Traffic back to Colchester stadium.
National News
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British Gas agrees 20m payout and compensation for prepayment meter failuresBritish Gas has agreed to a £20 million payout and to compensate customers who had a prepayment meter installed without their permission, regulator Ofgem has said following an investigation.
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Cheapest supermarket for branded items revealedAsda has been named the cheapest supermarket for branded groceries for the third consecutive month, with its standard prices even beating loyalty card deals at Tesco and Sainsbury’s, Which? has found.
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Screening for prostate cancer likely to reduce deaths but risks remain reviewScreening men for prostate cancer using a blood test is likely to reduce deaths from the disease, a new review has found, although experts stressed there are still risks around overdiagnosis and overtreatment.
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Bathing season kicks off with 13 new spots including first Thames site in LondonThe first-ever bathing spot on the River Thames in London is among 13 new sites opening as the season kicks off.
Sport
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Danny Cowley aims to ‘control the controllables’ amid Colchester takeover talks
Colchester United head coach Danny Cowley on summer planning
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League Two newcomers appoint former Colchester United defender as boss
Former Colchester United defender is new Exeter City boss
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Ex-Colchester defender Junior Tchamadeu 'proud' to sign new Stoke City deal
Former Colchester United full-back Junior Tchamadeu signs new Stoke deal
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League Two side appoint former Ipswich Town coach as their new manager
League Two side name former Ipswich Town coach as new boss
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