Local News
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One of the most extraordinary houses in the world is right in heart of Essex
Designed by FAT Architecture in collaboration with artist Grayson Perry, A House for Essex is both a place to stay and a complete artwork.
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New date confirmed for major Colchester air assault statue reveal
A major military monument will be unveiled this summer, it has been confirmed.
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Explained: This is why London Liverpool Street Station is closing for five days
Network Rail announced earlier this week that London Liverpool Street Station will be closed on certain weekends in March.
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In the dock: The latest cases heard at North Essex Magistrates Court
Here are the latest cases heard at North Essex Magistrates Court.
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Road to shut for 31 days as well as other notable closures across north and mid Essex
Some of the most notable road closures which are set to take place across north and mid Essex in the coming weeks.
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The latest planning applications decided by Colchester Council
Here are the latest planning applications decided by Colchester Council.
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Picture shows severe flooding at popular Essex tearooms forced to shut for 3 days
A picture has been shared showing the extent of flooding which forced Paper Mill Lock Tearooms to be closed.
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Convicted robber who absconded from prison arrested in Colchester
A 37-year-old convicted robber who absconded from a Suffolk prison has been arrested in Colchester.
National News
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Morgan McSweeney steps down as Keir Starmers chief of staff amid Mandelson rowMorgan McSweeney has resigned as Sir Keir Starmer’s chief of staff after coming under fire in the Lord Peter Mandelson scandal.
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Trumps racist post about Obamas deleted after backlashDonald Trump’s social media post featuring a video about election conspiracy theories and a racist depiction of former president Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, as primates in a jungle has been deleted.
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Julia Donaldson on new book Gruffalo Granny Im a big fan of grandmotherhoodGruffalo author Julia Donaldson has said it is “quite a relief” sharing the news of the third book with the world, adding the upcoming Gruffalo Granny reflects the fact she is a “big fan of grandmotherhood”.
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Beavers to be released at two sites in South WestBeavers are set to be released at two sites in south-west England as part of efforts to reintroduce the species into the wild.
Sport
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Six observations following Colchester United's victory over Shrewsbury Town
Six observations following Colchester United's win over Shrewsbury
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Wivenhoe figure skater enjoyed honour of a lifetime competing at Winter Olympics
Wivenhoe figure skater, Edward Appleby has reflected on the honour of a lifetime competing at the Winter Olympics in Milan.
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'Job done; goals win games': Colchester fans have their say on Shrewsbury win
Colchester United beat Shrewsbury Town 2-0 in League Two
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Gavin Cowan sees Salop improvement despite 'disappointing' Colchester defeat
Shrewsbury Town boss Gavin Cowan on Colchester United defeat
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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.
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Colchester Art Society at 80
In celebration of Colchester Art Society’s 80th anniversary, be inspired by a rich collection of current members.
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Colchester Art Society at 80
In celebration of Colchester Art Society’s 80th anniversary, be inspired by a rich collection of current members.
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Into the Orchard
Take a walk through the seasons at Crapes Fruit Farm in Essex in this immersive exhibition by artists Hana Loftus and Maddie Persent.
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