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Commuters predict 'chaos' in controversial £15.2million upgrade
GAZETTE readers are bracing themselves for more “chaos” on a massive roundabout upgrade which they’ve branded “a total waste of money”.
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Thousands of homes in Colchester set to get simpler recycling service
Thousands of households in Colchester are set to benefit from the rollout of a simpler recycling service.
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Colchester's favourite falcons hatch chicks after years of nesting woes
Since the falcons' nesting troubles, the pair were able to successfully raise two chicks after finding a new nest box at Essex University.
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Essex family is ticking off wish list for girl with 'heart-breaking' rare condition
Audrey Tyrrell, 14, of Ramsey, was diagnosed with Usher syndrome, a rare genetic disease that affects both hearing and vision.
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Colne Oyster Fisheries to reopen for the season with historic ceremony
Colne Oyster Fisheries is holding an opening ceremony in East Mersea to mark the start of the oyster season.
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Stansted baggage bosses share the luggage mistakes that can cause airport chaos
Workers can get through around 20,000 pieces of baggage a day, the Gazette learned from spending a day with the team.
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Pictures show plumes of smoke billowing from Essex industrial site
A fire has broke out in an industrial area on Perry Road in Harlow. Unconfirmed reports of a scrap metal facility being ablaze.
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Fire crews from across Essex called to cross-border industrial fire
Fire crews from across Essex were called to assist at a cross-border industrial fire in Haverhill last night.
National News
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Ollie Robinson powers England to series win over PakistanOllie Robinson’s remarkable resurgence continued as he ushered England to a series-clinching victory over Pakistan in the second Rothesay Test at Lord’s.
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At least seven dead after ferry capsizes off northern CyprusAt least seven people have died after a ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus on Sunday, Turkish media reported.
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Tributes for beloved pastor who died after sign fell at Christian festival
A man who died after a sign fell at a Christian festival was a respected pastor who was “a loving husband” and “a devoted and caring father” to his family, his church has said.
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One dead and five injured in shooting at rave in SwitzerlandA shooting at a rave in the northern Swiss canton of Aargau left one person dead and five wounded early on Sunday, local police and media reported.
Sport
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Col U fans react to late winner as Danny Cowley’s side go joint top
Colchester United fans have their say on win over Rochdale
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'It hurts': Ian Watson's verdict on Rochdale's painful defeat at Colchester
Rochdale boss Ian Watson on his side's painful defeat at Colchester United
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Verdict - Colchester United learn how to win as Cowleys' vision starts to show
Colchester United verdict after their 1-0 win over Rochdale
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Danny Cowley urges U’s fans to trust striker search as transfer deadline looms
Colchester United boss Danny Cowley has urged supporters to trust the club’s recruitment process
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Thomas & Friends - East Anglian Railway Museum
The East Anglian Railway Museum is welcoming back Thomas & Friends for thee August Bank Holiday Weekend from Saturday – Monday.
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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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Speed Dating in Leigh on Sea - Ages 30-50
Speed Dating at Ye Olde Smack in Leigh on Sea ages 30-50
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The Laughter Zone Comedy Club - Colchester Arts Centre
Come on in for a riotous night of laughter where the bar will be open throughout.
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