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Woman arrested after four taken to hospital in ambulance crash
A woman has been arrested after four were taken to hospital following a crash which overturned an ambulance
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Drivers set to face MORE closures on busy stretch of A12
Drivers using the A12 are being warned of delays between Ipswich and Colchester which are set to begin in May.
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Why you should visit the Essex town dubbed as 'the next big thing'
Recognised as a rising location in the UK, an Essex town has been dubbed "the next big thing".
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'Unwelcome Journey' grief seminar held in Frinton
A community seminar on grief was held at Frinton Community Association to provide guidance and support.
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Why is the Turkey hair transplant cost so low in 2026?
Find out why the Turkey hair transplant cost in 2026 is so much lower than in the UK, what is included, and what patients should know.
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Protest planned at former Essex RAF site prompts police dispersal order
A dispersal order has been announced near to a former air force base in Essex, as a planned protest is due to take place this weekend
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The top 10 primary schools across Colchester ranked by independent School Guide
AN independent website has highlighted its top 10 primary schools across Colchester
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Colchester couple 'excited' as salon celebrates anniversary with special event
An independent Colchester salon is preparing to celebrate its first anniversary with exciting community-focused event.
National News
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Two young children die in house fireTwo young children have died in a house fire in Wolverhampton.
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Number of dog attacks causing injury in UK increases by 83 since 2020Dog attacks resulting in injuries across the UK have increased by more than 80% since 2020.
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Teacher to run London marathon after losing daughter and having heart surgeryA London teacher who had heart surgery only 10 weeks ago is to run the marathon on Sunday to honour her daughter who died after being diagnosed with a heart syndrome.
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HMS Prince of Wales prepares for Arctic deployment to protect UK watersThe aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has left Portsmouth in preparation for a deployment in the Arctic to “protect UK waters”, the Royal Navy said.
Sport
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'That's definitely the ambition': Danny Cowley on U's game with Notts County
Colchester United boss Danny Cowley on Notts County game
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Colchester United loan players prepare for pivotal weekend
Colchester United’s loan rangers getting ready for pivotal weekend
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Danny Cowley reveals his Colchester aim as John Terry takeover talks progress
Danny Cowley outlines his Colchester United objective
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Mersea Island Colts claim Eastern Counties' Plate title
Mersea Island's Colts won the Eastern Counties' Plate with a 22-19 victory over Sudbury RFC.
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Sue Webster: Birth of an Icon
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