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MP Nigel Farage weighs in after supermarket worker sacked for confronting shoplifter
MP Nigel Farage has shared his views after a long-time Waitrose employee felt “demoralised” and “frustrated” after being fired for confronting a shoplifter who was stealing Easter eggs.
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Waste management business wins at Clean and Green Awards
Radical Waste in Norwich has been named the winner of the Supply Chain Business of the Year award at the East Anglia Clean and Green Awards 2026.
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'I will never forgive Michelle for what she’s done' said mother of Clacton scammer
Michelle Moore was put in charge of mum Lynne Mill's finances after her husband died and she was diagnosed with Motor-Neurone Disease in 2019.
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The tiny Essex settlement home to less than 600 people that ‘built’ city
Discover Heybridge Basin, Essex - a historic canal village near Maldon famed for its role in Chelmsford’s growth, waterside pubs, wildlife, and boating.
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Poor health means driver won't be charged after crash which killed man in Witham
David Latter, now 60, was driving a Tesla when he struck John Wiseman in Cressing Road, Witham, in May 2023.
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More than 100 runners dressed as superheroes to raise funds for hospice
On Sunday, the 145 runners gathered £9,500 for St Helena Hospice by taking on 10k, 5k and 2k runs around the cycle track at Colchester Sports Park in Cuckoo Farm Way.
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Colchester hit by 'brothel' red paint graffiti again - look back at previous cases
Yesterday, four houses in East Bay and Brook Street were hit in a graffiti attack, with the word 'brothel' and arrows pointing to a house on the corner of the street.
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The 11 locations in Essex where Lidl is looking to build new stores - see full list
Lidl is looking at 11 locations across Essex as potential sites for new stores - see the full list.
National News
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Pepsi withdraws as main sponsor of Wireless Festival amid Kanye West backlashPepsi and Diageo have withdrawn their sponsorship of Wireless Festival in London after Kanye West was announced as the headline act.
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Travel disruption continues as warnings lifted early after Storm DaveTravel disruption is continuing in the wake of Storm Dave after yellow weather warnings were lifted early as it pulled away.
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Trump says missing US service member has been rescued in IranA US service member who has been missing since Iran shot down a fighter jet has been rescued, Donald Trump said.
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April state pension changes why it is crucial for workers to plan aheadSome key changes to state pensions are happening from April, affecting the amounts of income that pensioners have as well as the age at which some people may retire.
Sport
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Colchester United to assess fitness of several players ahead of Tranmere test
Colchester United take on Tranmere Rovers this afternoon
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Kyreece Lisbie opens up on relationship with Colchester fans and makes key vow
Kyreece Lisbie on relationship with Colchester United fans
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Danny Cowley's words hint at more streetwise Colchester United squad
Danny Cowley's post-match comments were telling after Oldham defeat
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Depleted Colchester United under-21 side are well beaten at Swansea City
Colchester United under-21s lost 5-0 at Swansea City
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Rebecca Riess: Lossless
How do we cope with the noise of the modern world? Rebecca Riess invites you to explore this question through a bold and immersive series of otherworldly large-...
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Golden Dragon Egg Hunt - Wyvernwood
From the 28th March to 12 April, nine of Zephyr’s & Zeta’s golden dragon eggs have gone missing in the Enchanted Lost Kingdom!
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Family Tours: Castle Life - Colchester Castle
Step inside Colchester Castle this Easter for a family adventure like no other!
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Easter Holidays @ Colchester Zoo
Enjoy EGG-citing daytime activities! This Easter, enjoy a wild adventure filled with daytime activities suitable for children of all ages!
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