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The famed Colchester comic book writer that inspired Doctor Who's 60th anniversary
A FAMED comic book writer’s work has directly inspired a much-loved sci-fi show currently celebrating its 60th anniversary. Patrick Mills, an ex-Colchester resident, is a celebrated ex-journalist turned comic book writer whose work has directly
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Listed: Here's all the celebrities performing at the Mercury Theatre in 2024
WEST End stages. The big screen. And now Colchester. Poirot star David Suchet is no stranger to the stage, but the acclaimed actor is now preparing to tread the boards at the Mercury Theatre. Audiences will get a rare opportunity to hear from
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Here's what we made of Colchester Castle Inn's XL Sunday roast dinner
WITH its generous and refined Sunday roast, Colchester's Castle Inn has the ability to dull any hunger and quickly put a smile on the face of even the weariest of weekend visitor. On this occasion, that's me. Arriving at the spacious pub at
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Revealed: Here are some of the best GPs in and around Colchester, according to Google
AS the old saying goes, a problem shared is a problem halved, and a trip to the GP can often relieve any anxieties you may be experiencing. Thankfully, Colchester and the surrounding area is blessed with a multitude of doctors surgeries at which
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Revealed: Here's how much Colchester MP Will Quince claimed on expenses last year
WILL Quince made expense claims of tens of thousands of pounds in the last financial year, records have revealed. The Colchester MP, who recently resigned from his ministerial role, made expense claims totalling £37,243.61 excluding his payroll
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289 speeding tickets and four vehicles seized as police target road safety
FOUR vehicles were seized and 289 speeding tickets were issued to motorists in Colchester in the space of one week. In a week of policing activities targeting speeding motorists, Essex Police and Safer Essex Roads partners held a Vision Zero day
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The Colchester death notices and funeral announcements from the Gazette this week
The Gazette has published 6 death notices in the last 7 days. Every week, the Gazette publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages
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Theatre group for adults with learning disabilities set to perform iconic musical
A CAST of adults with learning disabilities will put their theatrical skills to the test when they take on a rendition of a famous musical. The ECL Crafty Drama Group will be performing Annie The Musical at St Botolph’s Church, in Colchester, on
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Colchester named one of the most dog-friendly cities in UK - here's where it ranks
COLCHESTER has been revealed as one of the most dog-friendly cities in the UK by pet insurance experts. Dogs are the most commonly owned pets in the UK, with 31 per cent of households containing a canine companion. Experts from Animal Friends
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In pictures: Step inside a rehearsal of the Mercury Theatre's Sleeping Beauty Panto
A NEW Panto production of Sleeping Beauty has opened to the public at the Mercury Theatre. Director Ryan McBryde, the Mercury's artistic director, has chosen to use Guy Unsworth's funny adaptation of the famous fairytale for this festive season's
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Named: The Colchester shoplifter who tried to steal £750 jacket from department store
A THIEF who tried to steal a designer jacket from a department store has been given a suspended jail term by the courts. Yassine Rahmoune, of Purcell Close, Colchester, was charged with theft from a shop after he tried to steal a £750 CP Company
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Pothole filling and crane work to close multiple roads in the coming weeks
BUSY roads in Colchester are amongst those set for upcoming road closures to allow for work to be carried out. Head Street in Colchester will be temporarily closed from its junction with Church Street for a distance of approximately 55m in a southerly
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U's linked with swoop for non-league teenage striker
Colchester United have been linked with a move for highly-rated teenage striker Ollie Godziemski. The 17-year-old has been catching the eye with his performances for National League South side, Welling United. The pacy young forward has had
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'I’ll rebuild my life': Outpouring for man found after going missing from north Essex
AN ex-Blues boss has said he will seek to rebuild his career and life after he was found by police. Ex-Southend United boss Danny Macklin, 42, went missing from Great Notley yesterday morning, which sparked a missing persons appeal from Essex Police
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Dad who sped three times in five months avoids ban because it could 'cost him job'
A SPEEDING dad who broke the speed limit on the A12 on three separate occasions has been spared a driving ban because it would cost him his job, a court has heard. Terry Willox, of Colchester Main Road, Alresford, had been caught speeding in his
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Here are some of the new restaurants and shops set to open in Colchester
COLCHESTER city centre is continuing to expand with an assortment of different shops and restaurants set to open within the next few months. It comes as welcome news following several high-profile closures in the last few years, including Debenhams
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Take a look inside stunning £2m home 'in one of Colchester's most prestigious roads'
A FAMILY home set in a desirable area of Colchester is up for sale after years of renovation work. A property in St Clare Road has been put on the market with a guide price of £2 million. The gorgeous detached six-bedroom and five-bathroom
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From 'easy' to 'expensive' - Residents divided over quality of parking in Colchester
COLCHESTER residents are divided over the quality of parking on offer in the city, with some describing it as "easy" and others saying it is too "expensive". Gazette readers were asked for their views on their experiences with parking in Colchester
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North Essex train passengers face yet more travel disruption - here's when and where
GREATER Anglia passengers will need to plan ahead for the start of December as the train operator has announced upcoming strike action. On Tuesday December 5, there will be a full strike by ASLEF members. A heavily reduced service will operate
