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Young Reporter DofE experience in UK Frederick Hill Comberton VC
“Hearing about DofE is great but what does it entail? What skills do you develop and why should you develop them? What do you do and why?” – a citizen who wished only to be known as Sarah. Firstly DofE stands for the Duke of Edinburgh award
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Young Reporter: Unplugged at The Sixth Form College Colchester | Scarlett Crowe
The event that every student waits in anticipation for - ‘Unplugged.’ The musical showcase that takes place roughly every term, presenting six acts from a variety of music genres. From rhythm and blues to pop to gospel, this event provides something
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Young Reporter|Dune part2| Mia Birch TheAppletonSchool
Dune part2 . The sequel to the 2021 dune movie and adaptation of the 1965 novel by Frank Herbert Dune has became one of the most watched movie of this year after its release in February 2024 . Staring Timothee Chalamet who plays main character
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StudentReporter-Cosmic Jewellery Conundrum-EllieEdgoose CVC
Cosmic Jewellery Conundrum 160,000 light years from earth, on the outskirts of the milky way galaxy, lies Supernova 1987A (SN 1987A). SN 1987A is all that remains of the star Sanduleak -69 202 whose explosion showed modern astronomers the details
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Young Reporter, Engaging Extracurriculars, Isabel Sayers, Burnt Mill
Extracurricular activities are part of some children’s weekly routine, but others struggle to access these resources or have simply no interest for participating in afterschool programmes or weekend clubs. While it’s important not to overexert yourself
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Here's why travellers are experiencing disruptions on their train journeys
Travellers in Essex are experiencing disruptions as some train lines have been blocked. Greater Anglia reported faulty overhead electric wires between Manor Park and Romford caused blockages on some lines. The damage in the Ilford area has
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Successful Silver Practice Expedition by Freya Lundskaer-Nielsen Comberton VC
Pupils at Comberton Village College have recently completed the Practice Expedition for their Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award. Since the late Duke of Edinburgh founded it in 1956, over six million young people in the UK (and an additional two million
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Stephen Bear ordered to pay back £22k profits for revenge porn or face jail
Former Celebrity Big Brother winner Stephen Bear has been ordered to pay back the £22,305 he made from sharing a private video on his OnlyFans site of him having sex with reality TV star Georgia Harrison. The 34-year-old faces nine months in prison
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'Strongest' Colchester United squad all set for a vital Easter weekend
COLCHESTER United boss Danny Cowley is hoping to enjoy a ‘special’ Easter weekend, writes LEE POWER. U’s play host to Newport County tomorrow afternoon, before making the trip to Tranmere Rovers on Monday. And they go into Good Friday’s action
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Young Reporter The Besom: Faith in Action Emma Sinclair CAST
The Besom, a small charity, is a mighty force for good in a bustling city like Cambridge. It is built on fundamental Christian values, which greatly impacts how they operate. With the small tight-knit familial bonds between the team and dedicated volunteers
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Essex TV star George Gilbey described as 'wonderful soul' as more tributes pour in
MORE tributes have poured in for St Osyth TV star George Gilbey, as a man is arrested in connection with his death. In a statement issued on Thursday, Essex Police said a man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter
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Family 'locked in Castle Park' had to 'escape through fence' after helpline error
A FAMILY who got locked in a park say they were forced to escape through a gap in a fence after a 24-hour helpline was “closed”. A parent got stuck in Castle Park with their young son shortly after the gates were locked at the park in Colchester
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Colchester HSBC forced to close weeks after refurb as thug damages new ATM machines
A BANK in Colchester which has just been refurbished has already been forced to close after a thug destroyed its new state-of-the-art machines, leaving staff and customers "extremely shaken". Colchester's last remaining HSBC bank, in High Street
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YOUNG REPORTER Cambridge's Complex Local Government Winter Glennon CambridgeAST
Having spent the last few years working on a proposal to start tackling Cambridge’s chronic congestion issues, the GCP’s plan, revised or otherwise, attracted such vocal opposition that elected officials quickly withdrew support, effectively killing
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Young Reporter-Technology's Impact on Childhood-Elena Humphrey-Mayflower High School
Technology's Impact on Childhood. The evolution of technology has had a significant impact on the games children play. According to my grandfather, who grew up in the 1940s, games have changed dramatically from the outdoor activities like marbles
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Lyra Keith CVC End of term tests.
The end of term tests in Comberton Village College have come around, in subjects such as Maths, Science, and English. These tests mean lots of preparation, revision, and heavy study guides, causing a backlog of homework and potentially having to give
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Heavy traffic builds near Colchester city centre after crash on busy road
TRAFFIC is building after a crash on a road near Colchester city centre. The AA is reporting traffic is slow after a crash on Butt Road near its junction with Southway on approach to Headgate. Speed sensors indicate traffic is also building
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Guy Deacon to host talk at Layer Marney Tower in aid of Parkinson's Disease
COLCHESTER'S Layer Marney Tower will host a fundraiser in aid of Parkinson's Disease with Guy Deacon CBE. The explorer and prominent Parkinson's campaigner will take part in Running on Empty at the iconic venue on April 29. During the event
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Pensioner dies after crash which closed A120 for four hours
A PENSIONER has died after a crash which saw an air ambulance land on a major Essex road. Police officers closed the A120 near Great Dunmow at about 10.10am on Wednesday after receiving reports of a crash involving one vehicle on the Stansted-bound
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Tiptree farm manager on importance of water conservation
A FARM manager spoke about the importance of conserving water at a climate change conference organised by Essex County Council. Andrey Ivanov, 47, is the general manager of Wilkin and Sons’ four farms, including one in Tiptree. He discussed
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Young Reporter: Bleachers at PRZYM London (Alicia Clayton, Colchester Sixth Form)
To finish off the sold-out UK leg of their ‘from the studio to the stage’ tour, New Jersey band Bleachers performed two intimate shows at PRZYM, Kingston-Upon-Thames, and they did not disappoint. From musicality to showmanship, this band really knows
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Weather experts warn of 'danger to life' in north Essex seaside towns as winds hit
STRONG winds could cause “hazardous conditions” in Essex, the Met Office has warned. A yellow weather warning for wind in seaside towns in north Essex like Clacton and Harwich is in place between 7am and 11.59pm on Thursday. The Met Office
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Young Reporter The Importance of Learning Languages Beth Wretham CCHS
Many people don't understand why we choose to learn other languages but it's actually a remarkably useful skill to have. Nowadays, it's common to take another language at GCSE level however not many students understand why. There are so many
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Young Reporter - Benefits of Journaling - Carla Seiler LRSF
In a world with digital distractions, the act of putting pen to paper in a journal might seem outdated. However, the timeless practice of journaling continues to offer benefits for mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. At its core, journaling
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Dog walkers' upset after access to field behind housing development suddenly blocked
DOG walkers and footballers are at loggerheads over a move to block access to fields behind a housing development. Residents in the Bromley Road area of Colchester have been left miffed after railings blocking access to the nearby Gas Recreation
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Council bosses promise to respect gravestones as part of St Nicholas Square revamp
COLCHESTER Council bosses have promised to respect city centre gravestones after concerns were raised about damage and vandalism. St Nicholas Square, off High Street, is undergoing a £1.6million revamp under the government’s Town Deal fund.
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Law firm in Colchester steps up with specialist aid for families with autism
A LEADING law firm is now better placed to support families whose loved ones have autism after its employees were given valuable training. Ellisons Solicitors, in Headgate Court, Colchester, has introduced specialised assistance for individuals
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Ex-Army recruit realises dream after opening new barber shop which accepts crypto
A FORMER Army recruit will see his dream come true when he opens his very own barber shop - and customers will even have the option to pay with a unique currency. Akain Thompson, 42, will officially open Tomo Barber’s, in Mersea Road, Colchester
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Works carried out in busy Colchester road in bid to tackle infamous flooding issues
WORK has taken place to tackle persistent flooding on a busy main road in Colchester Essex Highways has undertaken gully cleansing in Cowdray Avenue. The busy road, which takes drivers into the city centre, is a hotspot for flooding issues