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School put into lockdown after 'man climbs into grounds'
St John's Primary School in Colchester was earlier placed into lockdown after a man climbed a perimeter fence.
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Long rush-hour delays on A12 following crash
Traffic is beginning to queue on the A12 northbound near Kelvedon after reports of a crash.
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Manhunt under way after police chase
Essex Police are on the hunt for a man who made off after a pursuit in Colchester.
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Essex and Suffolk Water issue warning to swimmers ahead of hot weather
Essex and Suffolk Water have issued a warning to residents planning to take a dip in one of the counties reservoirs ahead of the hot weather this weekend.
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First homes at old Essex County Hospital site finally hitting the market
63 one, two and three-bedroom apartments will be available for purchase over the next month at the Lexden Gardens development at the former Essex County Hospital site.
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Plans for new children's nursery undecided after 'serious concerns' raised at meeting
The Stokes Trust submitted a request to change its electrical engineering firm offices and store in Crowhurst Road into a children’s nursery back in February.
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Expert warns of 'heatwave hay fever' set to hit Essex this weekend
"HEATWAVE hay fever" is set to hit the East of England this weekend as the region is expected to experience a period of intense levels of pollen this weekend.
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'Kerry was the first to help anyone' - family's tribute to caring daughter and sister
THE family of a 35-year-old woman have said she was “looking forward to planning for the future and starting her own family” before she died at Colchester Hospital.
National News
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Criminal proxies jailed over arson attacks targeting Prime MinisterTwo “useful idiots” have been jailed for a series of arson attacks targeting Sir Keir Starmer on the orders of a shadowy Russian-speaking taskmaster.
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by police in his apartment in Nashville Tennessee during a welfare checkSir Keir Starmer has insisted he will stand in a Labour leadership contest, should one be triggered after Andy Burnham returns to Westminster following his victory in the Makerfield by-election.
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Arrested man released after boy three injured in crocodile enclosure at zooA man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a three-year-old boy was seriously injured when he was thrown into a crocodile enclosure has been released because he is not fit to be interviewed, police said.
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Being underdogs against real deal Morocco could suit Scotland Steve ClarkeSteve Clarke believes Scotland can use their underdog status to their advantage against “real deal” Morocco tonight.
Sport
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Colchester United to host Championship side in pre-season friendly
Colchester United will host Championship side Charlton Athletic
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Ex-Colchester United midfielder parts company with League Two new boys
Former Colchester United midfielder leaves League Two newcomers
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Colchester United having to play a waiting game in summer transfer window
Colchester United have history of late summer window deals
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Former Colchester United defender joins National League side
Former Colchester United defender joins National League side
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What's On
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Arpita Shah: Nalini
Explore a thoughtful and personal journey through motherhood, heritage, belonging, and the connections that exist across generations and continents.
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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.
at Firstsite