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Leaked videos show EastEnders filming in Essex with twist for much-loved character
Leaked videos have shown EastEnders filming in Essex with a major twist for a much-loved character of the show.
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Watch as CCTV appears to show Essex pro-Palestine protester scaling Big Ben
CCTV footage appears to capture a pro-Palestine protester scaling Big Ben, in footage that was shown at Southwark Crown Court.
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Male victims face ‘extra shame’ and gender stereotypes as sex crimes go unreported
A specialist charity says gender stereotyping “massively impacts” male victims and survivors of sexual offences, who often experience an additional level of shame.
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Colchester chippy giving away free hot meals everyday to help those in need
Mehmet said the project grew out of a long-standing desire to help those facing hardship.
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In pictures: Hundreds enjoy 'jam-tastic' day at Tiptree Jam farm event
Stalls, entertainment and a strawberry-picking robot decorated Tiptree Farm with colour as Tiptree Farm's Open Day took place.
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Woman stole Lego and bathroom sets to give children as Christmas presents
Louise Angus stole £159 of Christmas bathroom sets from Boots, as well as a £50 Lego set from Tesco in Colchester last December.
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Essex and Herts Air Ambulance invites bikers to join Motorcycle Run
Thousands of motorcyclists are expected to join the Motorcycle Run for Essex and Herts Air Ambulance.
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Essex man accused of climbing Big Ben for 15 hours cost taxpayers £67k, court hears
A protester who climbed the Elizabeth Tower, commonly known as Big Ben cost taxpayers £67,000, a court has heard.
National News
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Rail traveller who harassed woman sentenced in first prosecution under new lawA train passenger who grabbed a young woman’s hair and asked “can I kiss you?” has been sentenced in the first conviction for harassment based on a person’s sex
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Abusive partner of judges daughter jailed for life for her murderAn electrician who stabbed a judge’s daughter to death in a frenzied rage before blowing up their home in a gas explosion has been jailed for life.
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Fear of being called racist meant authorities did not stop tragedies BadenochThe Nottingham stabbings, the Southport attack and Manchester Arena bombing could have been stopped if public authorities did not fear being called racist, Kemi Badenoch has said.
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Belfast stabbing victim has significant injuries to his eyesThe victim of the Belfast knife attack has sustained significant injuries to his eyes while his alleged attacker had leave to remain in the UK having travelled to Northern Ireland from Dublin, police said.
Sport
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Former Colchester United striker commits to National League South new boys
Former Colchester United striker signs for National League South side ahead of the 2026/27 season
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Nine former Colchester players who have featured in international tournaments
Former Colchester United players who have featured at international tournaments
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Colchester United bookmaker odds for League Two title and promotion
Colchester United bookmakers' odds for 2026/27 League Two season
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How Cowleys can replicate Lincoln City's successful formula at Colchester United
Cowleys aiming to repeat Lincoln success at Colchester United
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Godfried Donkor: It’s a Numbers Game
Step into a boxing ring. Stand face-to-face with the leaders and resisters who shaped history. Walk through waves of figures rising from the pages of the Financ...
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Caroline - A New Musical - Mercury Theatre
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University Centre Colchester (UCC): To Be Continued
Celebrate the next generation of Colchester’s artists in this dynamic, two-part exhibition from students at University Centre Colchester.
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Age Well East - Seated Chair Movement Class and Friendship group
Come and join us at our newest Colchester City Centre Friendship Group, which includes a Seated Chair Movement Class, great company, a hot drink and biscuits!
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