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Colchester boxer Lewis Richardson claims bronze medal at Paris Olympics
COLCHESTER boxer Lewis Richardson admits he was left 'devastated' after his semi-final defeat at the Paris Olympics tonight. But the 27-year-old says he is hopes to look back on his efforts with pride, once the dust settles on his achievements.
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Colchester's Charlie Dobson misses out on Men's 400m final at Paris Olympics
COLCHESTER'S Charlie Dobson missed out on a place in the Men's 400 metres final at the Paris Olympics after finishing fourth in a competitive first semi-final. The 24-year-old at one point held the lead as the men entered the back stretch before
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Mum thankful after finding solution to keep flags in memory of daughter flying
A MOTHER is breathing a sigh of relief after a solution has been found to allow her to keep flags flying in memory of her beloved daughter. Erin Sadler’s mother Helen was left devastated after receiving a letter from Colchester Council, saying
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Colchester Council acquires huge woodland site the size of 21 football pitches
A WOODLAND site which spans the equivalent size of 21 football pitches is being taken over by Colchester Council to help safeguard it for future generations. Iron Latch Woodland, in Eight Ash Green, boasts a diverse range of flora, fauna, nightingale
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Man, 89, accused of death by dangerous driving in car park 'unfit to stand trial'
A COURT hearing for a pensioner accused of causing death by dangerous driving in a supermarket car park has been adjourned while a second psychiatric report is carried out. Colin Kirby-Green, 89, was due to appear at Ipswich Crown Court on Tuesday
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Refreshed One Stop store opens doors with renovated look
A One Stop in one of Colchester's busiest road has reopened after a brief closure for renovations. The store, in North Station Road, temporarily shut its doors on Monday, July 29, and welcomed customers back into its "much-improved store" on Friday
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Crash and fuel spillage on A12 near Colchester sends two people to hospital
DRIVERS faced long delays after a crash on the A12 left two people being rushed to hospital. Emergency services were called to the crash on the London bound carriageway near Marks Tey on Tuesday morning. The incident blocked the A12 after
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50-year-old woman sentenced for 'out of character' assault of four police officers
A COLCHESTER woman was "horrified" after attacking four police officers in a "moment on madness" at her home, a court has heard. Chelmsford Crown Court heard police had been called to a incident at Emma Bigg's home in September last year.
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We spent the night in Colchester's newest hotel - this is how we'd rate our sleep
THE new Travelodge at Colchester Northern Gateway was officially opened last month. The 90-room hotel has created 28 new jobs for the area and boasts the brand's "new premium design." We went along to see what it had to offer. The premium
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Colchester United summer signing joins Jammers on season-long loan
COLCHESTER United summer signing Kien Connolly has joined Maldon and Tiptree on a season-long loan. The 18-year-old forward, who joined the U's on a one-year deal in June following a successful trial period in the final weeks of last season, will
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Dogwalker was not killed by Somali migrants as police tackle online 'misinformation'
Unfounded claims that a mum-of-six was killed by migrants have been quashed by Suffolk police. The force has labelled the rumours posted on social media by far-right groups as "dangerous misinformation". The posts relate to the ongoing murder
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Train passenger tried to avoid £20.40 fare – here's how much he was fined
A TRAIN passenger must pay back £478.40 for failing to pay a train fare on a day out in London. Joseph Sail tried to avoid paying for a £20.40 train ticket at Woolwich Arsenal in May. At Bexley Magistrates’ Court last month officials ordered
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Essex seaside garden centre celebrates owners birthday with six awards
A FAMILY-RUN garden centre celebrated the birthday of its owner with six awards presented to the team in Frinton. Parker’s Garden Centre, in Frinton Road, Kirby Cross, was founded just after the war in 1946 when the late Geoffrey Parker bought
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'Selfless' Jack Payne is backed to shine in key role for Colchester this season
DANNY Cowley is backing ‘selfless’ new signing Jack Payne to shine in an advanced role for Colchester United this season. The 29-year-old has been reunited with the Cowleys at the U’s having previously played for them at Lincoln City, signing a
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Crash on A12 near Marks Tey 'partially blocked' both ways due to fuel spillage
12:42pm Thank you As the road is slowly getting cleared we will end our live blog here. Thanks for sticking with us
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Andrew Flintoff: 'I shouldn't be here' as he talks Top Gear crash for first time
Andrew Flintoff has spoken out for the first time about his serious Top Gear crash, revealing he "genuinely should not be here after what happened". 'Freddie' Flintoff was severely injured in an accident at the Top Gear Test Track - the Dunsfold
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The 9 illegal plants that could land you with a £30,000 fine
Gardeners have been warned to keep an eye out for nine illegal plants that could cost them thousands of pounds in fines this summer. Whether you are a keen gardener or a casual one, it is important to be aware of these plants which could land you
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Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth
A widely believed speed camera myth could land you in trouble with police, drivers in the UK have been warned. A motoring expert has lifted the lid on whether the commonly held belief that drivers can go ten per cent over the speed limit is true
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Boutique hotel in Essex countryside wins two AA awards ahead of expansion
A BOUTIQUE hotel in the heart of the Essex countryside has been recognised with two AA awards as it prepares to expand its offering later this year. Downham Hall, the five-bedroom hotel near Wickford, has received a five-star accommodation award
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Essex Police provide update after three-car crash in Wakes Colne
POLICE have provided an update after three cars were involved in Wakes Colne crash. Yesterday afternoon emergency services were called to the incident on Colchester Road near Today’s General Store. The vehicles were moved out of the way
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Colchester EOD team attends Southend beach over ‘unexploded device’ fears
A TEAM of Colchester explosive ordnance disposal experts (EOD) were called to Southend after the coastguard implemented a 100-metre cordon for the "public's safety". An EOD team travelled from Colchester's Merville Barracks to Southend Beach after
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Witham Town progress to FA Cup preliminary round after home victory
WITHAM Town withstood a late rally to beat Hertford Town 2-1 to progress to the FA Cup preliminary round, writes JIM PURTILL. Garry Kimble's side made hard work of winning a tie that had seemed to be well within their grasp, at the Simarco Stadium
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Plenty of reasons to feel optimistic ahead of brand new U's campaign
DMITRI Halajko believes Colchester United and their supporters have plenty of reason for optimism ahead of this weekend’s big kick-off. It has been a busy summer for the U’s, with ten new signings coming in and a host of players departing.
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Harwich Society’s Bobbit’s Stroll is another great success with more than £500 raised
THE Harwich Society’s annual ‘Bobbit’s Stroll’ was another great success with hundreds attending and raising more than £500 for this year’s chosen charity. Bobbit’s Hole is the Harwich Society nature reserve in the centre of Dovercourt and is
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Essex Police boss: Rioters will face justice if disruption spreads to Colchester
ESSEX Police have fired a stern warning to those considering criminal activity after officers received intel about a ‘planned protest’ outside Colchester town hall. There were fears Colchester could experience violence and disorder seen across
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Initial proposals being drawn up for huge new town with 7,750 homes
INITIAL proposals are being drawn up for a new town just outside Colchester, which will have 7,750 homes, 2,000 student accommodation rooms, a large hotel, and schools. Latimer by Clarion Housing Group and Latimer Developments Limited are set to
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Long queues and malfunctioning card machines - 80s Calling Festival boss apologises
A FESTIVAL boss has apologised after a software issue affected gig-goers at a Colchester event. The 80s Calling Festival took place on Saturday in Lower Castle Park and it was organised by LHG Events. The concert featured live performances
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Emergency department admissions at Colchester Hospital increase by 600 year-on-year
COLCHESTER Hospital’s performance has ‘deteriorated’ this year because of a rise in emergency department admissions, official documents show. Papers published from the most recent meeting of board the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation