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Controversial KFC plans refused
PLANS to build a controversial fast food takeaway on the edge of Colchester have been refused. KFC’s proposals to build the new drive-thru in Ipswich Road was recommended for approval but councillors rejected the plans by six votes to four at a
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Colchester: You broke promise, now we are facing a rat run
FEARS a road will be used as a “rat run” have been voiced after highways bosses allegedly reneged on an agreement. Martin Goss, Colchester councillor for Mile End ward, said Essex County Council had pledged to install a camera at the entrance
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Brightlingsea guides in new home search
GIRL guides in Brightlingsea have been forced to find a new home. Plans from the church council and Chelmsford Diocese to develop St James’ Church hall have meant four guiding units have been asked to move out. The move affects around 120 youngsters
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Tennis sessions to be won in Murray's honour
ALMOST 80 free tennis sessions are being given away in Colchester to mark Andy Murray’s Wimbledon triumph. The Scot became the first Brit to win in SW19 in 77 years ten days ago. In his honour, Leisure World is giving away 77 30 minute court
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Pupils are on the right track at Garrison
Nearly 400 children took part in a primary school athletics championship. Youngsters representing 16 schools took part in the Colchester-Blackwater School Sport Partnership (CBSSP) event, held at Colchester Garrison. Birch Primary School successfully
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'Dad died doing what he loved'
A SIDECAR passenger killed during a race died doing what he loved. Paul Thomas died immediately when he was thrown from his sidecar during the last lap of a race on the Isle of Man Southern 100 track on Thursday. Mr Thomas, 57, was born and
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We must not lose U's Ladies talent, says Essex FA chief
The chief executive of the Essex County FA hopes the demise of the Colchester United Ladies team won’t see talented female footballers lost to the local area. Phil Sammons said he was disappointed to see the U’s Ladies side fold but is hoping that
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U's wanted to re-sign Clifford
Colchester United tried to lure midfielder Billy Clifford back to the Weston Homes Community Stadium for another loan spell. But the U's missed out on the Chelsea youngster after he signed for Championship new boys Yeovil Town. Clifford made
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Friends gather for tragic Lucy's birthday
THE death of a former Colchester schoolgirl in Southampton is still being treated as unexplained six weeks later. Mum-of-one Lucy Simms, who attended the Gilberd School, was found dead at her Southampton home on Tuesday, June 4. An initial
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Burglary suspects wanted by police
BURGLARS tried to raid a home in Wivenhoe yesterday. Crooks tried to force the back window of a property in Bobbits Way at about 11.10am, but then ran off down an alleyway. One of the suspects is described as a white man with a shaved head,
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Your questions will hold police chief to account
THE chief constable of Essex Police will face your questions at new public meetings. Police and Crime Commissioner Nick Alston has unveiled plans to scrutinise head of the force Stephen Kavanagh. Under the Essex Police Challenge Mr Alston will
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When I met Jim a light came into my life and now he has gone, the light has too
As a qualified care nurse, IRIS STEPHENS knew what was in store for her and husband Jim when he started showing symptoms of dementia. She watched as the “gentleman” she loved became forgetful, upset and had to be looked after in a care home, where
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Health secretary backs Colchester hospitals' boss
Health secretary Jeremy Hunt said he is confident in the leadership of Dr Gordon Coutts, chief executive of Colcheter Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust. Mr Hunt said he is glad Colchester's hospitals had not needed to go into special measures
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Mersea lifeboat tows stricken vessel to safety
WEST Mersea's volunteer lifeboat crew towed a broken down boat to safety. The RNLI team were called at 7.15pm yesterday to the motor boat with three people on board. It had suffered engine problems off Osea Island, in the River Blackwater.
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Today's Gazette: Hospitals' boss says sorry
THE boss of Colchester's hospitals has apologised to patients after a Government report listed 42 problem areas. Despite being told to make a series of improvements, Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust has not been put in special
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Links return with a medal haul
LINKS Karate Kai returned with nine gold, one silver and five bronze medals from the EKKA National Championships, in Ipswich. Fenella Stuart struck gold in both the Kata and Kumite. Others to win golds in the latter were Charlotte Hope, Chloe
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Mersea Judo Club championships are a success
MERSEA Island Judo Club held it’s annual Club Championships in front of a packed hall of spectators. An excellent day of competition was held at the Mersea Centre. Joe Keating was awarded with best throw of the day, after throwing his opponent
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Safety in the home sessions of offer to older people
ELDERLY people are being encouraged to find out more about safety in their home. Healthcare provider Essex Cares, is holding an event to help older people live more independently. It will include a number of presentations from guest speakers
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'More needs to be done to keep revellers safe', says community safety boss
COLCHESTER’S community safety boss says not enough is being done to keep late night revellers safe in the town. His comments come after a man aged in his early 20s suffered a serious head injury after he was assaulted outside Subway, in St Botolph's
