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THE FINAL VERDICT: U's must quickly snap out of their stupor after dismal defeat
CONSISTENCY of results has been the main topic for Colchester United and their fans, over recent weeks. But it was a disparity in performance that was the most telling factor against Cheltenham Town. “We can’t put both sides of the game together
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Confirmed: Colchester's annual Christmas lights switch-on set to return next month
COLCHESTER’S Christmas shopping season will spark into life next month with a dazzling lights switch-on, live music, and a guest appearance from Olympic medallist Lewis Richardson. Thousands of people are expected to descend on Colchester city
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Interview: Award-winning comedian and blockbuster film actor on coming to Colchester
A RENOWNED comedian and actor has praised Colchester as “brilliant” ahead of two near sell-out shows in the city. Omid Djalili, 59, from Ipswich, is a Iranian-British comedian, actor and writer. With an illustrious career spanning more than
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Stunning £1.5m family home in sought-after Colchester location hits the market
A luxurious family home in a prime Colchester location has been put onthe market. Situated in the highly sought-after area of Lexden, this five-bedroom home leaves nothing to be desired. A spacious and bright hallway leads straight to the
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Road closures to note coming to north and mid Essex areas in coming weeks
Here are some of the biggest road closures across north and mid Essex over the coming weeks. Church Lane, Colchester, will be closed from its junction with Lexden Road for approximately 325m in a south westerly direction. The closure is scheduled
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Review: Colchester's latest High Street café is offering up delicious Indian food
A NEW Colchester city centre café is dishing up tasty Indian street food for affordable prices, and we loved it. Chaiiwala launched its first-ever branch in the High Street on October 11 and it’s already getting numerous customers through its doors
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Eight great fireworks displays for bonfire night in mid and north Essex
WITH fireworks night fast approaching, here are eight of the best options in north and mid Essex. The displays take place on different days, meaning the possibility of catching at least two different shows. November 1 Witham The Witham
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Braintree left furious after losing to controversial goal at Forest Green Rovers
BRAINTREE Town were left furious after losing 2-1 at Forest Green Rovers in controversial circumstances, writes DAVID WARD. The Iron looked like they were heading for a well-earned point from their National League clash at the New Lawn, after Finley
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Are you ready to go fully-electric? Factors before taking the plunge
The idea of going fully electric is creeping up on all of us. Whether you like the sound of lower running costs, zero pollution or simply the upcoming 2030 combustion vehicle ban, it’s becoming more enticing than ever to choose one’s fate and go electric
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Prima Facie: Why Everyone Should Access Theatre
In September, Colchester audiences had the rare opportunity of being able to see a screening of a live recording of the award-winning dramatisation of Prima Facie - a hard-hitting one-woman show - starring Jodie Comer (of Killing Eve). Comer’s
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Local runners celebrate success at Ipswich Half Marathon
On 22nd September 2024, thousands of runners participated in the 13.1 mile long Larking Gowen Ipswich Half Marathon. I interviewed local amateur runner Amie Coulson (28) who finished the race in 2 hours, 38 minutes and 46 seconds achieving her
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Michael Flynn makes Samson Tovide admission after leading Cheltenham to victory
MICHAEL Flynn admits he was 'over the moon' to see the back of Colchester United striker Samson Tovide after leading his Cheltenham Town side to a 2-1 win at the JobServe Community Stadium. Tovide caused the Robins defence lots of problems in the
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Revealed: New five-star food hygiene ratings given to 12 Colchester establishments
NEW food hygiene ratings have been awarded to 12 of Colchester’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) website shows – and it’s good news for them all. Food hygiene inspections are carried out by the local authority on behalf of the
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Stansted Airport: Free CPR training sessions offered for National Restart a Heart Day
Free CPR training sessions were offered to travellers at London Stansted Airport. The initiative, on October 16, was organised by Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) as part of National Restart a Heart Day. The day, led by the Resuscitation
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University of Essex: AI could change how skin cancer detected
Artificial intelligence could change how skin cancer is detected. A study led by the University of Essex and Check4Cancer has created a new AI framework that can identify 85 per cent of skin cancer cases when used with current assessment methods
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Colchester nursery to host free-entry Christmas market
A COLCHESTER nursery will host a free festive event next month. Stepping Stones Play and Learn Group will hold its annual Christmas fayre in the Wilson Marriage Centre, Barrack Street, on November 23 from 10am until 12noon. There will be stalls
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Colchester death notices and funeral announcements from the Gazette this week
The Gazette has published four death notices this week. Every week, the Gazette publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will
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The Power of Art for Change
On the 4th of October I attended the opening night of the Save Middlewick Exhibition at Colchester LEAF Community Centre. On arrival, I was delighted at the buzz of conversation filling the small space with a mix of young and old attendees.
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'Hard watch; a lack of intensity': U's fans have their say on Cheltenham defeat
COLCHESTER United were beaten 2-1 at home by Cheltenham Town, on Saturday afternoon. First-half goals from Jordan Thomas clinched the Robins' victory, despite Lyle Taylor's fine strike. Here are the U's fans' views on the game, after Colchester
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Furious NHS support staff show out in force in march through Colchester city centre
Furious NHS workers showed out in force for a protest which saw close to 200 cleaners, porters and housekeepers march through Colchester. Support staff at the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Trust are protesting against proposals to “privatise
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PLAYER RATINGS: How Colchester United fared in Cheltenham Town defeat
COLCHESTER United slumped to a 2-1 home defeat to Cheltenham Town, on Saturday afternoon. Lyle Taylor's well-taken goal proved only a consolation for Colchester, as first-half strikes either side of that from Jordan Thomas clinched the Robins'
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‘Lack of good coffee spots’ inspires florist near Colchester to serve hot drinks
A flower shop near Colchester is welcoming coffee lovers as it ventures out into a new side business. Florist Becky Beird says there is a lack of decent coffee shops in Elmstead Market so she decided to fill the gap at her business in Old Forge
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Pictures: Look inside the £1.6 million charity office space in Colchester up for sale
IMAGES show what you could be getting if you’re willing to spend £1.6million on an office space near Colchester city centre. The 100-year-old Colchester-based charity Lepra has its office space in Middleborough listed on Rightmove for £1,675,000
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Influential professor retires from Essex University after nearly three decades
A PROFESSOR at Essex University has retired after nearly three decades. Jules Pretty, 66, has retired after spending 28 years at the university in various roles. Aside from being deputy vice chancellor of the university, he has also been several
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'Absolutely thrilled' - Tea room set to open new site at popular venue
A POPULAR tea room is to open a new site near Coggeshall next week after joining forces with the Markshall Estate. In 2014, Andrea Salisbury and her family opened the very first Mrs Salisbury’s Famous Tea Rooms on Bright’s Path in Maldon. The