Local News
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Harwich and North Essex MP fights plans to axe health service investigations body
Harwich and North Essex MP Sir Bernard Jenkin has warned that scrapping the HSSIB would be a "terrible mistake".
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'What about nature?' - Concerns after final plans for massive development
Developer Latimer published the final plans for the Tendring Colchester Borders Garden Community on Thursday.
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£22M ambulance hub needed if Colchester has 22,000 new homes by 2043
The care board was consulted along with other public bodies as part of proposals put forward in a draft Local Plan for the Colchester borough.
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'Welcome step' in bid to build new 7,750-home town on Colchester's outskirts
On Thursday, Latimer revealed its plans for the Tendring Colchester Borders Garden Community (TCBGC), a 7,750-strong development in the east of the city.
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Essex Highways announce four night road closure on busy route
White Hart Lane, Chelmsford, will close overnight from 23–27 March 2026 for Essex Highways works.
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Woman saved from prison by her care work after defrauding her own ill mother
Michelle Moore was in charge of caring for her mother between 2020 and 2023, who had been suffering from the progression of her motoneuron disease.
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Essex attractions 'could lose thousands' because of weather apps
Essex attractions join Chester Zoo in urging the Met Office and weather apps to improve rain forecasts, warning misleading icons are harming UK tourism revenue.
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Timeline of plans for nearly 8,000 homes near Colchester
In 2015, councils in north Essex began talks on a major housing development.
National News
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Andrew and Lord Mandelson pictured in bathrobes with Jeffrey EpsteinAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Lord Peter Mandelson have been pictured in bathrobes alongside paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.
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UK economy flatlines unexpectedly in JanuaryThe UK economy unexpectedly stalled in January following meagre growth at the end of last year, official figures have shown, amid fears Britain is heading for a hit from the Iran conflict as prices are sent soaring.
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VIP donor with ultra rare blood says she feels honoured to help sick patientsA woman whose blood is so rare that it can be frozen for up to three decades every time she donates has said she feels “very special and honoured” to be able to help sick patients.
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Edinburgh International Festival to mark 250 years of American independenceThis year’s Edinburgh International Festival (EIF) “will confront complexity with curiosity and openness” as it marks 250 years of American independence, its director has said.
Sport
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Colchester United v Crawley Town - live updates, team news
Colchester United host Crawley Town in League Two
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Colchester's Arthur Read in the running for League Two Goal of the Month award
Arthur Read shortlisted for the Sky Bet League Two Goal of the Month award
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'It's a crazy situation': Colchester boss Danny Cowley gives goalkeeper update
Colchester United boss Danny Cowley gives update on goalkeeper situation
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Danny Cowley on Colchester resilience, Friday night football and facing Crawley
Colchester United boss Danny Cowley on Crawley Town clash
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What's On
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The Manningtree Witches
“It does not matter what is true, or not true. All that matters is what is written down.”
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Open Your Hearts for Open Road featuring John Robins In Conversation - Colchester Arts Centre
Open Road, the Essex-based drugs & alcohol support charity, invites you to a night of wondrous entertainment for the very best of causes, featuring JOHN ROBINS!
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Radio Gaga - The Ultimate Tribute to Queen - Charter Hall, Colchester
Be part of a night like no other as we bring you the concert you’ve been dreaming of! Have your finest hour, or two! As we bring you Radio GAGA.
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Sue Webster: Birth of an Icon
Defaced leather jackets, memorabilia, self-portraits, video, and installation – journey through a raw, and personal exploration of art, identity.
at Firstsite
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