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See the contestants crowned champions on Gladiators as BBC reboot concludes
Finlay Anderson and Marie-Louie Nicholson have been crowned champions on the BBC reboot of Gladiators after a tense showdown. After 11 weeks of gruelling challenges against the fierce line-up of Gladiators, the male and female competitors emerged
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Photo rules you need to follow when applying for a new UK passport
It’s the time of year that many of us start to get organised for going away on holiday with family and friends. Holidaymakers will need to check their passports are still valid before jetting off this summer and if you need a new one, make sure
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EastEnders fans convinced show legend will return after new clues emerge
EastEnders fans are convinced that a show legend will be returning to the BBC programme amid new clues. Michael French's character David Wicks could be returning to our screens very soon if online detectives are correct, marking his first time
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Starbucks to open 100 new UK stores in 2024 - location of the first 19 revealed
Starbucks is set to open another 100 new stores across the UK in 2024 and has revealed the location of the first 19 sites. The world-wide coffee chain has announced plans to expand on its already 1,169 stores across the UK, according to The Mirror
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How to apply for Gladiators as BBC confirms second series
Gladiators returned to our screens following a reboot of the original series and with the first new series coming to an end this weekend, the BBC is searching for more contestants for series two. Father and son duo The Chase’s Bradley Walsh and
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Can you still use a burgundy passport for travelling in 2024? Rules to follow
Booking a holiday is exciting but it can get stressful if you don't have the correct travel documents or the correct luggage weight. You’ll probably be aware that passports have changed since the UK left the European Union (EU) but you might be
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Urgent recall issued for Magnum Classic Ice Cream over 'presence of metal'
An urgent recall has been issued by Unilever for Magnum Classic Ice Cream after the "possible presence of metal" makes the "product unsafe to eat." In a statement shared by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), customers affected have been told: "Unilever
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Here's what we made of Elvana in Colchester - a Nirvana tribute... fronted by Elvis
A UNIQUE band which honours two of the most iconic music acts of the 20th century rocked a Colchester venue on what was an extremely fun night. Elvana, a tribute act which combines the music of the 50s archetype rockstar, Elvis Presley, and the
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Listed: Here are five exciting and FREE events taking place in Colchester next week
COLCHESTER has a thriving arts and music scene - and next week residents and visitors will be able to explore it, thanks to a plethora of events happening in the city. First Thursdays celebrates the city’s vibrant cultural scene on the first Thursday
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Here are some of the best meals our readers have ever had at Colchester restaurants
FOODIES in Colchester have named the best meals they have ever eaten in the city. The Gazette asked our loyal readers to share their experiences of the best meals they have enjoyed in Colchester. Here's some of the top-tier restaurants and
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In pictures: Take a look at Colchester Zoo's roar-some new dinosaur attraction
A NEW dinosaur attraction has opened at Colchester Zoo. The highly impressive Dinosaur Realm, which has been put together sourcing models from previous UK attractions and displays, welcomed visitors on Good Friday. Re-landscaping work started
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Speeding Colchester driver spared ban because it could result in him losing job
A DRIVER who was caught driving 31mph in a 20mph zone will not lose his driving licence because it would mean him losing his job. Peter Goodman, of Chinook, Colchester, had been driving his Volvo in Tower Hamlets last August when he sped 11mph
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Man charged with robbery after incident outside Asda in Colchester
A MAN has been charged in connection with an incident where a cash transit driver was reportedly assaulted and money stolen. Jamie Sherfield, 40, of no fixed abode, has been charged with robbery and failing to provide a sample for drink or drug
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OPPOSITION VIEW: Graham Coughlan on Newport County's defeat at Colchester
NEWPORT County boss Graham Coughlan felt Colchester United's substitutes made all the difference for them following the hosts' 2-1 victory at the JobServe Community Stadium. The U's scored two late goals through Jay Mingi and Ellis Iandolo to secure
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Armed police hunt down BMW as cash transit driver assaulted in robbery outside Asda
ARMED officers rushed to the scene of a robbery after a cash transit driver had been assaulted and cash had been stolen. Essex Police headed to an incident at Turner Rise retail park, in Petrolea Close, this afternoon after receiving the report
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OPINION: Colchester reinforce Danny Cowley's adage after dramatic victory
YOU can’t beat the man that never gives up. Danny Cowley’s adage proved particularly accurate on Good Friday, after his Colchester United side bagged a stoppage-time winner to beat Newport County and claim a hugely important victory. Cowley
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Here are 12 of your wonderful photos showing the arrival of spring in Colchester
Spring is on its way to Essex and members of the Gazette Camera Club have captured its harbingers in all their colourful appearances. This week's edition also features many athletes, taking on the elements and challenging themselves to new personal
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Plan to transform garage into home gym and office spaces thrown out by council bosses
PLANS to transform a garage into a home gym and office space have been thrown out by council bosses. Colchester Council has rejected blueprints to turn a site in Great Tey, in Earls Colne Road, into an exercise space. According to a design
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Residents left 'disgusted' and outraged after dog poo is dumped in beach toy library
WALTON residents have been left "disgusted" after bags of dog waste were left dumped in a community-run beach toy library. The Walton Beach Toy Library in Eastcliff was left in a terrible state after four dog poo bags were dumped in the basket.
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Serial Colchester fare dodger fined AGAIN after failing to pay for £52 train ticket
A 23-year-old who failed to pay for a train ticket and then ignored an unpaid fares notice has been ordered to pay £510. Keigan Scott, of Secundus Court, Colchester, had been travelling from Manchester to Nottingham in June last year, but didn’
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Colchester man hit with fine after being caught with cannabis at North Station
A MAN who was caught with a Class B drug at Colchester Station has been ordered to pay more than £100. Tarique McCalla, of Saffron Close, Sutton, was stopped by the British Transport Police in November 2022 when he was found with cannabis.
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Mum whose autistic son has 'taught' her 'so much' to tackle walking challenge
A MUM-OF-NINE is looking to walk tens of thousands of steps in honour of her young autistic son who has "taught her so much". Joanne Hayhoe, 40, of Clacton, is currently walking 10,000 steps a day until April 2 in aid of the Autism Initiatives
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Car hits elderly lady outside Colchester Tesco leaving her with a 'serious' injury
AN elderly pensioner has sustained a 'serious injury' after a vehicle collision in Colchester - prompting Essex Police to launch an appeal. The woman sustained the injury outside the main entrance to the Tesco, in Greenstead Road, on March 28 between
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Celebrating Suffolk Libraries Day 2024 -Laura Lowe, CAST
Saturday 23rd March was Suffolk Libraries Day. This is a fundraising event during which a range of activities and events are hosted by various libraries in Suffolk which has been held annually since 2019. Many of the events were spring themed due
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Braintree maintain play-off push after deserved away victory
BRAINTREE Town maintained their push for a National League South play-off place with a narrow but fully deserved 1-0 win at St Albans City, writes DAVID WARD. It was a game where had they taken several of their comparatively easy looking second-half
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'Fully deserved; big win': Colchester fans have their say on win over Newport
COLCHESTER United scored a stoppage-time winner to beat Newport County 2-1 and boost their League Two survival hopes, on Good Friday. Jay Mingi's late strike secured the U's victory, after Ellis Iandolo cancelled out Offrande Zanzala's opener.
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PLAYER RATINGS: how Colchester United players fared after Newport County win
COLCHESTER United claimed their first home win of 2024 after beating Newport County 2-1, on Good Friday. Jay Mingi struck the U's winner in stoppage-time, after Ellis Iandolo had cancelled out Zanzala's opener for the Exiles. Here are the Gazette
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The feel-good and homely north Essex breakfast spot which has it all
Frinton’s Bird and Bean is the ultimate feel-good cafe, offering delicious treats in a welcoming setting. Easter time is a time I traditionally go out with family and friends to have a relaxed breakfast, so I was looking for a new cafe to go to
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'Delighted' - Colchester pub receives top hygiene rating after six-figure rebrand
A POPULAR pub is celebrating receiving full marks after its first food hygiene inspection after a huge refurb. The Dog and Pheasant re-opened on December 9 last year with a completely new look. Review: Has Colchester's Dog and Pheasant
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Everything we know about the new Colchester barber shop which accepts crypto payments
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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Is Wivenhoe really the best place to live? Residents and businesses have their say
WIVENHOE has been described as "lovely", "fascinating", and "beautiful" by those who know it best, after it was dubbed the greatest place to live in the East of England. The Sunday Times named the quaint north Essex town in their Best Places to