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We tried Colchester's new 'atmospheric' Indian restaurant - here's what we thought
COLCHESTER has a new Indian restaurant - but is it any good? Kaveri Modern Indian Kitchen and Bar, in St John's Street, opened its doors to the public only a few days ago, so I thought I best try it out. As one of the restaurant's first customers
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The best places for fish and chips in Colchester - according to our readers
READERS were asked to decide the best place for fish and chips which won’t let you down in Colchester. Almost 100 residents shared their views on where they think is the top chippy. The national dish is most commonly enjoyed on Fridays, however
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Peter Shilton assures Prince William England can win Euros with a ‘bit of luck’
Former England goalkeeper Peter Shilton has assured the Prince of Wales that England can win Euro 2024 with a “little bit of luck” after being given a CBE at Windsor Castle. The 74-year-old holds the England men’s team appearance record with 125
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Village company celebrating anniversary with fundraising for cardiac charity
A VILLAGE business is celebrating its 23rd anniversary with staff giving back by shaving their hair off for charity. Plumbing and heating showroom, G&M Bathrooms, in London Road, Copford, is celebrating 23 years in business, The company
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Meet the couple behind popular farm shop hailed best in Essex for second year running
A POPULAR farm shop launched from the Covid pandemic when business went “manic” has been hailed as one of the best. Nanny Kay’s Farm Shop in Wickford, was the winner in the Muddy Stilettos awards' best farm shop or deli in Essex category for the
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Popular UK comedy theatre company coming to Colchester as part of new show tour
ONE of the UK’s leading touring physical comedy theatre companies has announced an upcoming tour of their new ‘laugh-out-loud’ show... and it's coming to Colchester. La Navet Bete will be bringing their new show, King Arthur, to the Mercury Theatre
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Feast your ears on nostalgic 60s tunes at special 'Thunderbird Years' event
A HISTORIC Colchester venue will take visitors back in time to enjoy a musical extravaganza based on a much-loved children's film and TV series. Colchester Castle is set to host its special event, The Thunderbird Years, next month. The event
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Huge and mesmerising Earth artwork set to light up Colchester Castle this summer
A HISTORIC Colchester venue is set to host a large, captivating and "thought-provoking" artwork which depicts the beauty of our planet. Gaia, a six-metre diameter art piece which brings embodies the Earth’s wonder at an unprecedented scale, will
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Colchester's Platform Musicals group marking 30 years with musical extravaganza
A MUSICAL theatre group from Colchester will be celebrating a huge milestone birthday with a special featuring a company of 30 local musical theatre performers. Platform Musicals is marking 30 years in show business by hosting a ‘Music in May’
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Promotion-winning boss Angelo Harrop offered new contract by Braintree Town
ANGELO Harrop has been offered a new contract by Braintree Town after leading the club to the National League. Harrop has excelled as manager of the Iron, who are now preparing for life in English football's fifth tier following their promotion
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Tom Dallison delivers classy message after Colchester United exit
TOM Dallison has thanked Colchester United and their supporters after he was released by the club. The 28-year-old is one of four first-team players to exit the U’s, after being told their contracts would not be renewed. Dallison made 65 league
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Take a look at beautiful home near Colchester on the market for huge £2m
A beautiful Essex home which has found the perfect balance between period pieces and modern features has hit the market. Godfreys, a five-bedroom house, located in Rectory Road, Langham, offers a great family place with views overlooking a wildlife
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Listed: the north Essex defendants jailed last month... and those that got away
THOUSANDS of criminals are processed by the British justice system every single month to face punishments for a whole range of offences – whether it’s clipping a wing mirror on a country lane or a pre-meditated murder, every case has to go through
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Meet the Colchester vintage clothes shop owner striving to create a community
BEST Days Vintage has been providing a community for the younger generations in city for more than ten years. The Gazette spoke to Jez Dixon, owner of Best Days Vintage, in Eld Lane, as part of our new campaign to support the dozens of fantastic
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Dog walker left terrified after man 'exposed himself' in popular Essex park
A DOG walker has described the terrifying moment she was subjected to a man flashing her while she walked in a popular Basildon park. Essex Police is investigating a report of indecent exposure at Gloucester Park on Wednesday, May 8 at around 6.50am
