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Operations could be moved from Suffolk to orthopaedic centre at Colchester Hospital
AS many as 1,500 orthopaedic procedures a year could be moved from Suffolk to a new facility at Colchester Hospital if proposed plans go ahead. The NHS is proposing shifting operations which currently take place at West Suffolk Hospital to the
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Driver in custody in drink driving probe after three car smash at busy junction
A WOMAN has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a three car pile up which left a busy junction “totally mangled”. Essex Police arrested the driver on suspicion of driving with excess alcohol in her system after the crash at the junction
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Garden centre's 'delight' after being voted our readers' favourite for a second time
A GARDEN centre manager is "delighted" after being voted the best garden centre in north and mid Essex by our readers for the second time. The winner of our 'Your Favourite Garden Centre' award 2024 has been revealed as Blenheim Garden Centre,
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Viral beauty trend from Japan arrives in Colchester at award-winning salon
An award-winning Colchester beauty clinic is adding a new service by introducing a viral treatment from Asia to their salon. Evie Davis has been recognised as one of the best home salon owners with Evie Davies Aesthetics and Beauty Academy in
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Three year bid for 'visually harsh' flats in 'concrete jungle' thrown out... again
A THREE year battle to build a “visually harsh” block of flats on “wasteland” has been knocked back once again. Colchester Council has thrown out a bid to build nine flats on an empty parcel of land in Tiptree because the homes would create “a
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Is it easy to get drugs in Colchester? I found a dealer's number in seconds
“IT’S so easy to get hold of drugs these days,” a council cabinet member tells me. Natalie Sommers, who is the portfolio holder for communities, isn't wrong. She whips out her phone, opens X, and after typing ‘Colchester’ in the search bar,
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Delays expected after A12 lane closure leads to 3 miles of congestion - here's why
MOTORISTS should expect delays of up to 35 minutes after a vehicle has broken down on the A12 Southbound. Traffic control has reported at 6.19pm that lane one of the A12 Southbound between the A133 and the A1124 is currently closed. This is
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'Massive achievement': Colchester United Women complete a glorious double
COLCHESTER United Women head coach Simon King says winning the double in their first season is a 'massive achievement'. The U's thrashed Southminster United 6-0 to lift the Essex Women's League Cup, adding it to their Essex Women's division two
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FORMER U'S: Ex-Colchester defender is released by Championship club
FORMER Colchester United defender Danny Batth is a free agent this summer after being released by Norwich City. The 33-year-old, who played for the U's on loan from Wolves between July 2009 and August 2010, is one of a number of players to be released
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Pictures: Dapper motorcyclists raise over £14k for charity with Colchester ride-out
MORE than 100 stylish motorcyclists have raised thousands of pounds for charity after cruising along Colchester’s High Street. Frank’s Motorcycles, in Turkey Cock Lane, took part in The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, a worldwide charity event
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Two people rushed to hospital after three car pile up at busy Colchester junction
TWO people were rushed to hospital after a crash involving three cars at a busy junction. The East of England Ambulance Service sent three vehicles to the junction of Magdalen Street, Barrack Street, Brook Street, and Wimpole Road in Colchester
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Forecasters say Northern Lights could be visible in the UK tonight
The Northern Lights could be visible again in the UK tonight, space weather forecasters have said. Also known as aurora borealis, the bands of pink and green light were seen across the UK and in parts of Europe last week after an extreme geomagnetic
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Security guard brought in after librarian assaulted at Colchester library
STAFF at Colchester's city centre library could soon be wearing bodycams after a spate of antisocial behaviour which saw a librarian assaulted. A security guard has been brought in to patrol the library after it logged 54 antisocial behaviour
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Buy CBD Oil in the UK – Choosing the Best CBD Brands
CBD oils are the latest buzz within the health and wellness industry, and for good reason. This plant-based wellness product helps anyone looking to boost their health game. But are they vegan-friendly? As a vegan, you need to make ethically responsible
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Colchester United to clock up the miles in League Two next season
COLCHESTER United and their supporters are facing extra miles of travel in a northern-heavy League Two next season. Danny Cowley’s side and U's fans are set to clock up nearly 9,000 miles in total, in the forthcoming 2024-25 campaign. They
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Colchester radio station to once again hold 61st 'great value' fun day for residents
A POPULAR fun day held by a Colchester radio station is set to return this May Bank Holiday. Final preparations are underway for this year’s Hospital Radio Colchester Fun Day, which takes place on May 27. The Fun Day is a major fundraiser
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Check your change as 50p coin sells for more than 250 times its face value
We are being urged to check our change, our wallets and down the back of our sofa after a 50p piece sold for more than 250 times its face value on eBay this week. The coin, a Kew Gardens 250th anniversary coin, sold for £139 after inspiring a mini-bidding
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Universal Credit, PIP and other claimants to receive early DWP payment this week
Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by bank holidays this week. Monday, May 27, is a bank holiday, meaning payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) won’t be made on this day. If
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Northern Lights to be visible in the UK in a matter of days
The Northern Lights are set to be visible in the UK again over the coming weeks, space forecasters have said. Last weekend, May 11, much of the UK was treated to a surprise display of the pink and green Aurora Borealis after an extreme geomagnetic
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Royal Mint unveils brand new 50p coin to mark 80th anniversary of D-Day landings
The Royal Mint has unveiled a new coin marking 80 years since the D-Day landings. The design of the “tails” or reverse side of the 50p coin was revealed ahead of the anniversary on June 6. It was designed by David Lawrence with support from
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Universal Credit & PIP claimants can claim free driving lessons - how to apply
People who receive Universal Credit, Disability Living Allowance (DLA), or Personal Independence Payments (PIP) could be eligible to claim up to 40 hours of free driving lessons. The Driving Lessons Gran Programme supports a number of people in
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Clacton lifeboat deployed after concern for boat feared in distress
LIFE-SAVING lifeboat crew members launched into action after fears a boat had become stranded due the flooding tide. Clacton's RNLI was made aware of a boat in distress last Friday at about 5pm following reports from a concerned member of the public
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Colchester Gazette readers can subscribe for just £3 for 3 months in this flash sale
Readers who want to subscribe to the Gazette can enjoy an exclusive offer of £3 for 3 months or over 30% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read Colchester news site online,
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It's time for tea and to nominate your favourite fish and chip shop
Come wind, rain or shine nothing beats this nationwide teatime favourite! We're on about fish and chips of course and we want to hear just how good your local chippy makes it... Whether you prefer yours with a side of mushy peas, some curry sauce
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Danny Cowley shares his aim for U's fans as season-tickets go on sale
DANNY Cowley says he wants to give Colchester United supporters something to believe in and feel part of next season. U’s season-tickets for the 2024-25 campaign will be available to buy from today and U’s boss Cowley is hoping that fans will be
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Families of Jewish child refugees who came to UK via Harwich visit north Essex town
FAMILY members of Jewish child refugees who arrived in the UK through the Harwich port during the Kindertransport movement in the lead up to the Second World War were welcomed to the town this week. The Kindertransport scheme saw the United Kingdom
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Contentious bid to change old delivery office into 'unwanted' café set to be approved
CONTROVERSIAL plans to convert an abandoned sorting office into an “unwanted” café look set to be approved. Royal Mail’s Lexden Heath delivery office closed in 2016 and has remained empty ever since. But a café could open in its place if councillors
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Discover Essex Wildlife Trust's wild orchid showcase at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Essex Wildlife Trust will exhibit wild orchids at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, showcasing the county's floral treasures. In collaboration with experts from institutions including the Royal Botanic Garden, Kew, and the Glasgow Botanic Gardens
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'We aren't gagging residents' - Council boss defends public meeting question changes
THE leader of Colchester Council has defended a proposed move to make changes which could limit residents’ ability to speak up at public meetings. The authority is looking to make changes to the “have your say” section of its public meetings, where
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Colchester mum says she 'struggles everyday' to feed and clothe her children
A COLCHESTER mum says she "struggles everyday" to feed and clothe her children after it was revealed the city had the highest food parcel use in Essex. The use of emergency food parcels has more than tripled in the last six years. In 2023
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BRAINTREE TOWN: Angelo Harrop 'over the moon' to be staying at Iron
ANGELO Harrop says he is 'over the moon' to have committed his future to Braintree Town and lead them into the National League. The Iron have announced that Harrop will remain as manager for a third successive year, ahead of their 2024-25 campaign