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'Ridiculous' bid to build 70 homes in 'small quiet village' set to be approved
CONTROVERSIAL plans to build 70 homes in a “small quiet village” on the outskirts of Colchester are set to be given the green light. The bid to redevelop agricultural land off The Folley in Layer de la Haye is to be debated by Colchester Council
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Colchester Al Pacino's chef involved in 20-minute brawl after being 'racially abused'
A COLCHESTER chef became embroiled in a 20-minute punch-up which "the public did not need to see" after reportedly being racially abused, a court heard. Wilhelm Ludvig, 25, was involved in a fight with two other men, Augustinas Rumbutis and Constantin
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Plans to axe free parking in Colchester are 'a kick in the teeth', say residents
COLCHESTER residents have said it would be a "kick in the teeth" if controversial plans to charge drivers to park in the city's free parking spaces are given the go-ahead. The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) is looking to implement a new
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Vulnerable female spotted by police 'and taken to place of safety' in vehicle checks
A VULNERABLE female was spotted by police who were undertaking vehicle checks in Colchester. Essex Police said a female was “taken to a place of safety” after being identified as being vulnerable. Officers were located across different sites
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Dave Huzzey is handed key new position at Colchester United
DAVE Huzzey will work closely with Colchester United’s youngsters pushing for the first team after being appointed as the club’s transition coach. Huzzey has started the role having earlier this season worked alongside former U’s first-team coaches
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'Extensive enquiries' ongoing to help find missing man from Colchester
POLICE are asking for the public's help to find a missing man from Colchester. Justin Bearman, 41, was reported as missing from his home this morning. Essex Police is now appealing to the public in the hope of gathering information on his whereabouts
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In pictures: Bands celebrate independent venues with 'superb' shows in Colchester
TALENTED musicians took to the stage of an entertainment bar in Colchester in celebration of a national campaign designed to champion small venues. Three Wise Monkeys, in High Street, Colchester, took part in Independent Venue Week, giving a platform
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Stunning painting of Colchester's historic Platinum Jubilee gun salute put on display
A PAINTING commemorating Colchester’s celebrations during the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee will be on display in the city for generations to come following its official unveiling. Colchester mayor John Jowers and His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant
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Dress up as 'your hero' and raise vital funds for Colchester hospice at fun run
BATMAN. Wonder Woman. And… you? A much-loved hospice is on the lookout for heroes to take part in a themed fun run. St Helena Hospice’s Hero Run will see both novice and seasoned runners take their pick from one of three circuits around the cycle
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Elmstead Market author releases Easter-themed children's book
AN Elmstead Market-based author is celebrating Easter early this year with the release of his new children’s novel – 'Tom Tunnel and the Easter Bunny'. Paul Diggens is writing five books in the Tom Tunnel series. For the past two decades, Paul's
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Danny Cowley: transfer window interest is big compliment to U's
DANNY Cowley insists the interest Colchester United received in their talented youngsters in the transfer window should be taken as a compliment. The U’s had to deal with plenty of enquiries about their fledgling stars last month, with interested
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Named: Colchester man in court charged with conspiring to supply cocaine and heroin
A COLCHESTER man charged with a string of drugs offences remains in custody after appearing in court. Max Sinclair was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A drugs in Ipswich last Thursday, Suffolk police said. The
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Iron see off neighbours Halstead in friendly after game of two halves
A YOUTHFUL Braintree Town side beat neighbours Halstead Town 4-3 in a friendly at a rainswept Rare Breed Meat Company Stadium on Tuesday evening, writes DAVID WARD. The inexperienced Iron side came back from being two goals down at half-time to
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Alistair Smith eager for Colchester United to 'do damage' in League Two
ALISTAIR Smith believes Colchester United’s unbeaten run is a confidence booster as they bid to climb away from League Two danger. The U’s have gone four games undefeated under Danny and Nicky Cowley, having lost eight of their previous ten league
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Promotion-chasing Colchester Rugby Club squeak home for vital victory
COLCHESTER Rugby Club maintained their promotion push but received an almighty scare as a fired-up Bedford Athletic came perilously close to ending their impressive winning run, writes EDWARD MARRIAGE. The Blacks scored six tries in the 34-30 win
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Decision on new Moxy Hotel plans in Colchester city centre is delayed... again
A DECISION on a potential new luxury hotel looking to enter a “ready market” in the heart of Colchester has been delayed… again. Elysium Group, alongside its brand partner Marriott, wants to launch a Moxy Hotel in the former Post Office building
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Brightlingsea's John Fowlers Solicitors celebrates century with community donations
John Fowlers Solicitors turned 100 last month sparking a 'year of celebration' in which they plan to give back to the local community. The firm kicked off its centenary in Brightlingsea, the seaside town where it was founded in 1924, with a donation
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University of Essex leads groundbreaking childhood trauma study
The University of Essex has led the world’s largest childhood trauma study, uncovering how it affects the brain. The research, led by Dr Megan Klabunde of the Department of Psychology, revealed trauma led to disruptions in neural networks responsible
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Named: Convicted dealer who operated in 'vile and seedy world of Class A drugs'
A CONVICTED dealer who initially avoided a prison term after operating in the "vile and seedy world of Class A drugs" has been jailed after coming up with “excuse after excuse” to avoid unpaid work. Stuart Edwards, of Howe Close, Colchester, was
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Colchester families sue housebuilder for £500k over homes deemed 'not fit to live in'
TWO Colchester families are seeking nearly half a million pounds in compensation from a housebuilding giant after claiming their homes are not fit to live in. Neighbours Michael Harvey and David and Charmaine Sutton, of Ian Rose Drive, Stanway,
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Scholarship opportunity for aspiring mathematician at school
A SCHOOL has unveiled plans to offer a scholarship to a single Year 11 pupil wishing to study maths. The Royal Hospital School (RHS) has extended applications for its De Neumann Mathematics Scholarship until February 16. The programme, which
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St Helena Hospice to bring its 'Creative Station' to Colchester
ST Helena Hospice has launched its very own 'Creative Station' franchise, offering innovative art and craft classes, as well as parties and events, for all ages. It will serve the Colchester area, with proceeds supporting the charity's work helping