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Unlikely lockdown meet-up becomes haven for Pomeranian owners
What began as a casual meet-up during lockdown has grown into a regular gathering of Pomeranian owners.
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Father of three dies in Essex motorway crash involving two lorries
A 39-year-old man from Kettering has died following a collision involving two lorries on the M25.
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Emergency services dealing with incident on busy Colchester road
An emergency response has been spotted in Colchester city centre with police and ambulance crews present.
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Vehicle fire causes major Essex road to CLOSE
A key route near Harwich has been closed this afternoon after a vehicle fire on the A120.
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Movie filmed in Essex up for national award
Directed by Darren Cook and produced by Anthony Longhurst, Tales of the Underworld screened for the first time at Clacton's Century Cinema in January this year.
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'Worst tyre ever' caught on patrol as Essex Police issue stark warning
Essex Police have warned drivers to check their tyres after officers in Uttlesford discovered what they described as the "worst" tyre they had ever seen.
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Busy Essex road CLOSED due to crash
A road has been closed following a crash between Dunmow and Thaxted, with major delays reported in the area.
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Essex repair café fixes watches, computers and more for free
Frinton WI proves not everything needs to be thrown away when it stops working with its independent repair café.
National News
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Temperatures to drop after record breaking heatwaveTemperatures will drop with thunderstorm warnings issued following a heatwave that saw the record June temperature broken three days in a row.
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England boss Thomas Tuchel confirms Reece James will miss Panama clashThomas Tuchel has confirmed Reece James will miss England’s final group match and faces a race against time to be fit for their first World Cup knockout match.
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Tories pledge to make serving in the reserve service tax freeThe Conservatives have pledged to make serving in the reserves tax free as part of plans to boost the size of Britain’s armed forces.
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Madonna tight lipped on Kylie duetQueen of Pop refuses to confirm if Kylie is on her new album
Sport
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Arthur Read reveals key factor after leaving Colchester United for York City
Arthur Read on leaving Colchester United for York City
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Maldon and Tiptree appoint former Chelmsford City boss as new manager
Maldon and Tiptree have appointed Mark Hawkes as their new first-team manager
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How Colchester United's promotion had a lasting impact on Mark Cousins’ career
Mark Cousins reflects on Colchester United’s 2006 promotion and impact on his career
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Arthur Read leaves Colchester United to join League Two side
Arthur Read has left Colchester United for York City
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Arpita Shah: Nalini
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