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Brave woman receives police commendation for lifesaving rescue
A WOMAN has received a commendation from a top Essex Police officer after playing a pivotal role in saving a life. Last November, Caitlan Smith saw a young woman standing on the wrong side of railings on a footbridge above a busy road in north
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Young Reporter Knife Angel Lily Waddington ColchesterSixthFormCollege
The Knife Angel - What is it? The Knife angel is a contemporary sculpture formed of over 100,000 knives by Alfie Bradley and the British Ironworks Centre. The sculpture was completed in 2018 and is 27ft tall. In the process of creating the
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Claims deserted Colchester building has become epicentre for 'chaos and drug use'
A DESERTED building in Colchester has become an epicentre for “chaos, drug-use and mayhem” and “needs to be demolished”, concerned residents have claimed. Sheepen Place’s former office block has been empty since February after publishing firm Informa
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In pictures: First look inside new Travelodge coming to Colchester in 'early 2024'
BOSSES of a budget hotel chain have given the Gazette an exclusive look inside their new Colchester site. Colchester’s first Travelodge hotel is edging ever closer to its completion. Work began on the £65million Northern Gateway site last March
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Pet owner fears missing cat has been stolen after puss is listed for sale on website
A CAT owner is seeking information on the whereabouts of her missing feline which she fears may have been stolen after it reportedly appeared for sale on a website. Carol Maidment, who lives in Greenstead, said her beloved cat Tiger was last seen
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'More could be done' - Colchester reacts to chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Autumn Statement
A FOODBANK boss says cuts as part of the autumn statement will help people struggling this winter but argued more should be done. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt cut national insurance for 27 million people in a highly political autumn statement ahead
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Prisoners with 'appalling records' jailed again after breaking inmate's jaw
PRISON inmates who launched a vicious assault on another prisoner during a brawl have been jailed for six years. Rhys Hennebry and Glen Luckhurst attacked prisoner Richard Flanagan and broke his jaw during an incident in June 2020. The pair
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Brad Ihionvien makes Colchester United vow after scoring winning goal
BRAD Ihionvien insists he will be ready to make an impact for Colchester United – whether he starts or is on the bench. The 19-year-old striker bagged his third goal of the season when he scored the U’s winner in their 1-0 victory over Peterborough
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Colchester patisserie owner says she closed down new bakery to 'save baby son'
THE owner of a city centre patisserie has said she decided to close the business just months after opening in order to "save her baby son". Bella's Patisserie in Sir Isaac's Walk was opened by Isabela Maria, 27, back in April and initial responses
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Matty Etherington provides update on Jay Mingi after midfielder suffers injury
JAY Mingi will undergo a scan on his hamstring after limping out of Colchester United's EFL Trophy win over Peterborough United last night. The former Portsmouth and West Ham United midfielder had to be withdrawn after 41 minutes of the U's 1-0
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New garden waste bins too big for Colchester's pavements, councillor says
A NEW waste collection scheme has been criticised by a councillor who has said some pavements are too narrow for the new set of garden waste wheelie bins set to be rolled out in the 2024. The council’s new garden waste collection scheme, which
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The undefeated Colchester primary school football team set to play in county finals
A COLCHESTER primary school football team is set to represent the city in the county finals. The Highwoods Community Primary School Year 5 and 6 Boys football team will be representing Colchester, Maldon and Tiptree in the county finals later this
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Colchester man's cause of death unable to be determined due to condition of body
THE cause of death of a man found unresponsive in Colchester has been unable to be confirmed due to the condition of his body. Timothy Mark Stanton, 52, was found in his home in Colchester in September, 19 this year. He was identified through
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Dad pays heartbreaking tribute to 'beautiful and smiley' 15-year-old Dedham boy
A FATHER has paid a heartbreaking tribute to his "beautiful and smiley" son who has died aged 15. Noah, from Dedham, had become known for his artwork which helped raise £250,000 for the Colchester and Ipswich Charity. Noah, who was known
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Colchester man, 31, slapped with hefty fine after failing to carry out unpaid work
A MAN who failed to attend unpaid work requirements has been fined hundreds of pounds by magistrates. Ryan Weller, of Museum Street, Colchester, appeared in court at the start of the month where he was charged with failing to comply with community
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Essex officer dubbed 'Britain's sexiest copper' appears on Deal or No Deal
A VIRAL Essex policeman who was once dubbed “Britain’s sexiest copper” lost out on a huge amount of cash after his appearance on Deal or No Deal. PC Daryl Jones hoped to scoop up the £100,000 cash prize as his game was going well with lots of blue
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Rush-hour motorists facing traffic delays after crash on A120 near Colchester
TRAFFIC is building for motorists this morning following a crash on a busy main Colchester road. The A120's westbound carriageway near the A1232 crown interchange just off the A12 has become partially blocked. It comes after reports of a crash
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Braintree bag impressive away win after ex-U's defender is sent off
AARON Blair bagged two excellent second-half goals to ensure Braintree Town returned home from their short trip to Dartford with a deserved 2-0 win that lifts them up to sixth place in the National League South table, writes DAVID WARD. It was
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Colchester 1 Peterborough 0 - reaction from boss Matty Etherington after U's win
COLCHESTER United boss Matty Etherington says his side achieved their objective after beating Peterborough United 1-0 to progress to the Bristol Street Motors EFL Trophy Round of 32. Brad Ihionvien's first-half strike proved enough to secure the
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Over-budget project leaves West Mersea homes at risk of flooding for three years
HOMES on Mersea Island have been left at risk of flooding for more than three years after delays hindered the construction of a temporary flood barrier. Essex County Council was given permission to install a demountable flood defence barrier in
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Person 'makes threats and abuses' Colchester residents prompting police investigation
A PERSON is said to have "made threats" and behaved in an "abusive manner" towards members of the public in Colchester, sparking a police investigation. Essex Police officers were called to a disturbance in Iceni Way, Colchester, shortly before
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The long-running Colchester kayaking club which has just celebrated a big award win
A COLCHESTER activity club with a 40-year history has celebrated a prestigious award win. The Colchester Canoe Club attended The Pride of Essex Awards on November 14 and received the Highly Commended Team Of Pride award for the group’s efforts
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Named: The Colchester train passenger found at station with cocaine and heroin
A TRAIN passenger who was stopped by the British Transport Police because he was carrying Class A substances has admitted three charges of drugs possession. Paul Clarkson, of Wildeve Avenue, Colchester, appeared in court on Wednesday, November
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Colchester hospital patient, 84, 'left in corridor' after being rushed to A&E
A CONCERNED daughter has spoken out after her 84-year-old father was ‘kept in a corridor’ after being admitted to A&E over the weekend. Ernest Bownes, who lives in Jaywick, has been living with an autoimmune disease and his condition has ‘rapidly
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Pensioner, 77, who smoked for 47 years of his life speaks on now living with COPD
AHEAD of National COPD Awareness Day, a man has spoken about how the chronic disease has affected his life for the past two decades. Phil Gladwell, 77, has lived with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease for the last 20 years. On November
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Senior manager working on equality and diversity at NHS trust in Essex
AN NHS trust in Essex is one of only two places to disclose it has a senior manager working on equality and diversity. The Taxpayer’s Alliance have revealed that NHS Trusts spend a yearly total of £13,586,635.79 on equality, diversity and inclusion