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Three new small shops open in Sir Isaac’s Walk
COLCHESTER’S independent town centre traders are continuing to defy the recession – with three more shops opening at the weekend in Sir Isaac’s Walk. All three opened in the popular shopping lane on Saturday, much to the delight of a traders’ group
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My new congregation is 10,000 Olympians
CATERING for the 10,000 athletes from 165 countries descending on London for this summer’s Olympic Games is a daunting prospect. While a team of chefs will feed and water the competitors, Wivenhoe chaplain Thomas Yap will cater for their spiritual side
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An exercise in make-up mastery
BEAUTY students went head-to-head at a make-up competition. Colchester Institute students painted the faces of friends using the theme Step Back in Time. All the participants are on their way to completing their level 2 VRQ beauty therapy qualification
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Go-ahead for eco business school
A NEW business school at Essex University has been given the go-ahead. The Essex Business School wants to move into a £21million state-of-the-art building, at the edge of the Knowledge Gateway research park. Members of Colchester Council’s planning
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Pensioner survives fall from Colchester house roof
A PENSIONER was rushed to hospital after falling off a roof in Colchester. The 72-year-old man was on the roof of a house in Causton Road when he fell just before midday today. The air ambulance landed on a field between the property and Castle Park
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Teenagers released without charge following mass brawl
SEVEN teenagers from Colchester suspected of being involved in a brawl in Essex have been released without charge. Nine months after they were all arrested following a disturbance, and after being repeatedly re-bailed, the police have decided to take
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We want play area made into a garden
A TROUBLE spot on Colchester’s Greenstead estate may be turned into a peace garden. A group of residents with homes in and around Balfe Court say at present the cul-de-sac’s play area attracts yobs, wo leave litter. They also have concerns because the
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Essex Fire and Rescue deputy chief Gordon Hunter retires amid misconduct claims
THE second-in-command of Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has retired suddenly following allegations of gross misconduct. It is believed the departure of Gordon Hunter, the deputy chief fire officer, is linked to claims compromising photographs and
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Police blitz targets Colchester town centre crime and boozers
POLICE from across the county descended on Colchester yesterday as officers mounted a special operation targeting town centre troublemakers. About 30 officers and PCSOs were deployed for a day of action, aimed at reducing antisocial behaviour and shoplifting
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Four lads take on "Scumrun" rally for charity
FOUR lads are travelling 3,000 miles in four days to raise cash for charity - in a 21-year-old limousine. Richard Woods and Luke Hyams from Brightlingsea, Stefan Sturdy from Alresford and Harrison Carter from Frating set off on the Scumrun rally on
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Demand to demolish ‘ugly’ Roman House and St James House
COLCHESTER Council has been urged to finally take action and regenerate St Botolph’s Quarter – by getting rid of some of its ugly buildings. Developer Garbe and Colchester Council want to knock down Sixties buildings Roman House and St James House, in
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Hospital boss on year of improvements
A HEALTH boss has applauded hospital improvements - but warned more are needed, in his end of year reveiw. Dr Gordon Coutts, chief executive of the Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust, made the presentation at a Members’ Council meeting
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Author aims to help prove convicted killer Bamber's innocence
AN author has published a book which he hopes will convince readers convicted murderer Jeremy Bamber is innocent. Peter Healey has spent almost 30 years writing his new book, Rough Justice, finally having it published last month. Mr Healey, of Bull
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Service to remember former workers
TRADE unionists gathered in Colchester to commemorate workers who have lost their lives around the globe. Representatives from Colchester and District TUC and other unions held a service in Castle Park on Saturday. The ceremony took place at a commemorative
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Help us raise funds in Red Cross Week
As a journalist reporting from major events both in the UK and abroad, I have seen first-hand the extraordinary work of organisations like the British Red Cross. From the devastating famine in Ethiopia to the tragic Lockerbie plane crash bombings
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Shop music was too loud
Today I went to Boots in Colchester town centre, for a prescription, but River Island was definitely trying to deter customers from the area. The noise (music?) coming from the store was so loud it was an assault on the ears of everyone in the
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I did not sign critical letter
My name was listed, among others, criticising comments made by Sir Bob Russell MP in his Shrub End ward election letter. I’d like to place on record I had had no knowledge of this letter to the paper until I read about it in the Gazette. Nobody
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We’ll warmly welcome the Gurkhas – but what timing
I am sure the whole of Colchester will warmly welcome the Gurkha veterans when they move into Abbeygate House, as the Gurkhas served our country so well. As an Army town, we will hold their dedication and bravery in particularly high esteem.
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Teenage girl suffers head injury after colliding with a car
A TEENAGE cyclist was rushed to hospital with a head injury after colliding with a car. The 18-year-old girl was cycling along Kelvedon Road in Tiptree when she was knocked down just before 2pm yesterday. She was conscious and breathing when she was
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Yobs attack man in unprovoked attack in Colchester
A GANG of yobs have attacked a man in an unprovoked attack in Colchester. Police are appealing for information following the assault on Westway. A 22-year-old man from the town was walking near the Blockbuster store on the way home from the gym when
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Ward eager to keep U's squad together
Colchester United manager John Ward led his side to victory in their final home game – and then reiterated his desire to keep his squad together for next season. The U’s signed off their campaign at the Weston Homes Community Stadium with
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WIN A BATHROOM - IN TODAY'S GAZETTE
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WIN A FAMILY HOLIDAY!
WIN A WEEK'S HOLIDAY FOR THE FAMILY AT THE FIVE STAR VAUXHALL HOLIDAY PARK IN GREAT YARMOUTH. SEE TODAY'S GAZETTE FOR DETAILS.
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TWO MEALS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE - IN TODAY'S GAZETTE
ENJOY TWO MEALS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE AT THE MISSOULA BAR IN HEAD STREET, COLCHESTER - WITH TODAY'S GAZETTE DEAL OF THE DAY.
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IN TODAY'S GAZETTE: MAN FIGHTS FOR LIFE
IN TODAY'S GAZETTE: A MAN was left fighting for his life after a potentially deadly strain of cocaine went into circulation in north Essex. The man from Tiptree was tuched to hospital after taking the Class A drug at a house party. * THE Anglican chaplain
