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Crisp packet lorry driver fined
A LORRY driver whose trailer broke off while driving along a country road has been fined. The lorry, which was carrying 16 tonnes of empty crisp bags, was passing through Newbridge Hill, in West Bergholt, at about 3.45pm yesterday when the mishap
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Young photographer's charity donation
A YOUNG photographer has donated proceeds from picture sales to charity. James Channon, 17, took event pictures at a masquerade ball at Colchester Castle. He gave a percentage of each portrait sold to St Helena Hospice. For more information
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U's boss Dunne expects Magpies to be motivated
Joe Dunne expects Notts County’s players to have plenty to play for tomorrow, despite their mid-table status. Colchester United head to Meadow Lane to play a Magpies side who lie 12th in the League One table and with little other than pride to
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Arrest made after A12 smash.
A MAN has been arrested after a collision in which a family of four was injured. The incident occurred in Stanway on Saturday when a BMW 318 and a Volkswagen Polo collided on the northbound A12 shortly after 11pm. The Polo overturned, leaving
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Cops seek information on Tiptree burglary
DETECTIVES are appealing for information after a burglary in Tiptree. The incident took place between 5.30pm and 10pm on Friday, April 5, in Barbrook Lane. Crooks made off with electrical items, jewellery and a small amount of cash. Anyone
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Fame Academy star Pete Brame gunning for X-Factor crown
A PERFORMER, who tasted fame on a TV talent show, has beaten two audition rounds of X-Factor. Peter Brame, 33, of Butt Road, Colchester, thrilled judges on two occasions. He attended X-Factor auditions at Red Lion Hotel on March 26 and was
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Sears make League One survival his top priority
Freddie Sears has set his sights on finishing the season as Colchester United’s top goalscorer. But the returning striker has stressed helping the U’s preserve their League One status is his top priority. Sears, who is Colchester’s leading
