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Air ambulance lands at popular Essex park
Essex and Herts Air Ambulance leaves Maldon Promenade Park on November 6 and flies towards Chelmsford, while the reason for landing remains unclear.
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21 people arrested in major half-term operation
Essex Police made 21 arrests after live facial recognition cameras scanned 96,000 faces across eight towns during school half-term, with 16 suspects identified.
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Recycling centre closure EXTENDED after medical emergency
The closure of Saffron Walden recycling centre has been extended after a medical emergency on October 31.
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Change to knife laws could be considered following Henry Nowak's murder
Home Secretary considers changes to UK knife laws after Henry Nowak’s murder in Southampton; father seeks clearer rules on Sikh kirpans and sentencing.
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PM had 'no idea' of Brand's behaviour when Labour courted disgraced comedian
Andy Burnham says Russell Brand’s crimes are horrific and Labour had no idea, after Brand’s 2014 support and conviction for rape and three sexual assaults.
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Clacton fitness challenge to help charity shop manager raise money for Mencap
Clacton’s One Big Event on November 7 will support Jacque Bloomberg’s 2027 London Marathon run for Mencap, with fitness and family activities for all ages.
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Man dies after medical emergency at popular gym
Emergency services have confirmed a man died after a medical emergency at NRG Gym in Colchester
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Two people taken to hospital after crash prompts large emergency callout
Two people were taken to Princess Alexandra Hospital after a three-vehicle crash on Edinburgh Way, Harlow, Essex, on November 5.
National News
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Meghans father arrested by FBI in US over alleged child sex abuse material reportsThe Duchess of Sussex’s father has been arrested by federal agents in the US on charges related to child sexual abuse material, it has been reported.
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Six arrested after shocking Bonfire Night violence leaves officers injuredA number of police officers were injured when emergency services were attacked with bricks, missiles and fireworks in “shocking scenes” on Bonfire Night.
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Russell Brands actions horrifying says Burnham as he praises victimsAndy Burnham has praised the courage of Russell Brand’s victims as police chiefs prepare for a flood of further allegations against the rapist comedian.
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British Airways owner hit by fuel costs and up to 25m air traffic chaos billThe owner of British Airways has revealed a profits hit from soaring fuel costs and a bill of up to 30 million euros (£24.6 million) from recent air traffic control outages.
Sport
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Colchester United ace knows exactly what Worcester City want to do in FA Cup
Colchester United midfielder Paul Digby draws on his FA Cup giant-killing experience ahead of the U’s clash with Worcester City
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Danny Cowley shows Colchester players inspirational video ahead of FA Cup tie
Danny Cowley has revealed the inspirational FA Cup video he has shown his Colchester United players ahead of their tie with Worcester City
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Two of Colchester United's League Two games chosen for live television coverage
Colchester United’s League Two fixtures selected for live television coverage
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Leon Chiwome returns to Wolves for scans after hamstring injury setback
COLCHESTER United striker Leon Chiwome has returned to parent club Wolves for scans
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What's On
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The Laughter Zone Comedy Club - Colchester Arts CentreCome on in for a riotous night of laughter where the bar will be open throughout.
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Out of Line: Banksy and the Art of Dissent - The Minories, ColchesterA landmark exhibition of street art, featuring 28 original artworks by Banksy.
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Simon Carter: From the LandscapeStep inside a giant painting and get lost in a landscape inspired by the Essex coast.
at Firstsite
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