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Alleged Iranian spies accused of targeting home in Colchester
Two Iranian spies accused of carrying out hostile surveillance on the Jewish community in London also allegedly targeted a home in Colchester.
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In pictures: take a look at this Essex Marks and Spencer branch's big renovation
The M&S food store at Westway Clock Tower Retail Park, in Chelmsford, relaunched at 9am this morning.
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Nigel Farage vows to fight local government reorganisation if Reform win Essex
MP Nigel Farage has promised that Reform UK will fight local government reorganisation if the party wins Essex County Council.
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Major street art exhibition with original works by Banksy to come to Colchester
The show, titled Out of Line, will feature 28 authenticated Banksy artworks, including a piece that has never been exhibited before.
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Application for 100 new homes in Great Horksley approved, concerns about A134 raised
Duncan Jackson, regional managing director at the untypical group, said they were delighted Colchester Council had approved the application for Willow Grove.
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Lamborghini driver who sped at 140mph on A12 disqualified from driving
A man has been disqualified from driving after driving a Lamborghini at speeds of around 140mph on the A12 near Colchester.
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Residents say no to installation of telephone pole soaked in toxic substance
Residents of Brightlingsea are trying to stop the installation of a fibre optic pole being placed outside their window.
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Mental health care home receives poor rating for fifth inspection in a row
Priory Lodge, which looks after 11 adults under the age of 65 with mental health needs, has not been given a positive rating by the CQC in 12 years.
National News
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NHS coped during Covid but only just inquiry chairwomanThe NHS “coped, but only just” during the Covid-19 pandemic, the inquiry into the crisis has concluded.
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Health Secretary promises more meningitis vaccines as number of cases rise to 27Health Secretary Wes Streeting has said more people affected by a meningitis outbreak in Kent will get vaccines as the number of cases rose to 27.
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Bank holds UK interest rates at 375 and stands ready to act over Iran warThe Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% as policymakers hiked forecasts for UK inflation due to war in the Middle East pushing up energy prices.
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Rain and oil prices could be a problem for people with lung conditionsWet weather in the UK, teamed with the “spectre” of higher energy bills sparked by the conflict in the Middle East, could place millions of people with lung conditions at risk of health problems, a charity has warned.
Sport
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'I respect the opposition': MK Dons boss Paul Warne on win over Colchester
Milton Keynes boss Paul Warne on Colchester United game
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Essex-born Max Dowman is now youngest ever Premier League goalscorer
Max Dowman from Essex has become the youngest ever Premier League goalscorer, after scoring for Arsenal vs Everton.
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'Solid but toothless': Colchester United fans have their say on MK Dons defeat
Colchester United were beaten 1-0 at Milton Keynes Dons
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PLAYER RATINGS: How Colchester United fared in their defeat at MK Dons
Player ratings after Colchester United lost 1-0 at MK Dons in League Two
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Speed Dating - Brentwood (Ages 30-50)
Speed Dating at The Teriss Bar in Brentwood for ages 30-50
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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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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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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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