Essex news

• Identity of lost Essex war hero uncovered in time for Remembrance Sunday

  08-11-2025 18:30
  
  THE lost identity of a war hero from a historic Essex borough who was killed in WWI has been uncovered in time for Remembrance Sunday.
  
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• Multiple fire crews tackle car blaze near airport

  08-11-2025 18:25 via bbc.com
  At least three fire engines are in attendance at the scene tackling the car fire.
  
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• We enjoyed a chocolatey drink from Knoops six months after its Colchester launch

  08-11-2025 18:00
  
  A review of Colchester shop Knoops for a chocolatey drink six months after its launch in the city.
  
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• Take a look back at the Essex locations featured in major film and TV shows

  08-11-2025 18:00
  
  The county of Essex has featured in its fair share of popular pieces of media, from vintage sit-coms to historic documentaries.
  
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• Inside the 'luxury' Colchester home with more than 4,000 sq ft of living space

  08-11-2025 18:00
  
  A modern family home in Colchester oozing with luxury features is looking for new owners.
  
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• In the dock: Five cases heard at North Essex Magistrates Court

  08-11-2025 18:00
  
  Here are the latest cases heard at Colchester and Chelmsford magistrates courts.
  
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• Free club for youngsters in Highwoods to give kids somewhere to gather

  08-11-2025 18:00
  
  A COLCHESTER councillor has teamed up with an organisation to offer a free club for youngsters in Highwoods.
  
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• Family marks 20 years of giving meals to vulnerable neighbours on Christmas Day

  08-11-2025 18:00
  
  A family which dedicates Christmas Day to delivering dinner to elderly and vulnerable neighbours is celebrating two decades of the tradition this year.
  
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• Concern plans for drive-thru Starbucks off A12 would be a 'significant risk' to area

  08-11-2025 18:00
  
  Objections have been submitted against plans for a Starbucks drive-thru which could be built next to a hotel off the A12.
  
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• Colchester's most expensive sold properties in 2025 so far - with one sold for £3.8m

  08-11-2025 18:00
  
  The second most expensive property of the year was Flat 2 in Pico Wharf in Whitehall Road in the CO2 area which sold for £2,225,000 in February.
  
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• Traffic held on M11 near Stansted as fire crews tackle car blaze

  08-11-2025 16:59
  
  Traffic is currently being held on the M11 as fire crews are tackling a car blaze near Stansted Airport.
  
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• Arrest after person 'dragged' behind car in north Essex

  08-11-2025 16:24
  
  Essex Police are appealing for information after a person was "dragged" behind a car in an incident which began in Brightlingsea.
  
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• 'Attempted theft' of Essex Church donation box sees police launch CCTV appeal

  08-11-2025 15:58
  
  Essex Police have launched a CCTV appeal for a man they want to speak with in connection to a church break-in and attempted theft of a donation box.
  
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• Air ambulance attends multi-vehicle crash with M25 closed at Essex border

  08-11-2025 15:26
  
  The M25 is closed at the Essex border with an air ambulance in attendance after a multi-vehicle crash this afternoon.
  
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• Wivenhoe music society hosting three concerts including Christmas carols special

  08-11-2025 13:00
  
  Folk group The Churchfitters will return to the society on Friday December 5 with their Christmas Cracker concert.
  
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• In pictures: Colchester charity book fair ends after more than 33 years

  08-11-2025 13:00
  
  A FINAL two-day book fair took place to help raise funds for a charity which helps vulnerable children.
  
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• Colchester play area wins national award as it proves 'the way forward'

  08-11-2025 13:00
  
  A Colchester community group has scooped a national award for sports and play constructions.
  
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• Third killer convicted in major Essex murder investigation

  08-11-2025 12:10
  
  A third killer has been convicted for the "brutal" murder of Robert Powell at a party in Roydon.
  
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• 'Huge milestone' as rare leopard cub born at zoo

  08-11-2025 12:10 via bbc.com
  An Amur leopard cub is born at Dartmoor Zoo in a boost for conservation efforts.
  
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• Police make 20 arrests and seize 16 vehicles in Essex-wide crackdown

  08-11-2025 11:29
  
  A countywide crackdown by Essex Police saw 20 arrests and 16 vehicles seized in a major operation to tackle vehicle crime.
  
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• Residents says Essex village named most deprived in UK is actually 'so friendly'

  08-11-2025 11:00
  
  Government statistics revealed recently that Jaywick has topped the deprivation list again, following previous reports in 2010, 2015, and 2019.
  
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• Stolen BMW recovered in Shrub End as police ask public to help find suspects

  08-11-2025 06:00
  
  The force was called at about 1pm on Sunday October 26 by a man who reported suspicious activity near his van.
  
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• Reminder: the revamped Colchester Library reopens next month

  08-11-2025 06:00
  
  IN less than 30 days a city centre hub will reopen following more than a yearlong revamp.
  
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• 'Picturesque' village with less than 1,000 residents among best places to live in UK

  08-11-2025 06:00
  
  The picturesque village of Bradwell-on-Sea has been named among the best places to live in the UK for 2026.
  
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• Mersea's longest running tattoo studio reopens after revamp

  08-11-2025 06:00
  
  A TATTOO studio boss has celebrated a milestone and reopened the business after a revamp.
  
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• 'Hidden gem' Essex farm shop and cafe that serves the 'best full English'

  08-11-2025 06:00
  
  Fobbing Farm Shop can be found in the south of Essex, and is said to serve great food at its cafe, 53 Fobbing.
  
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• Colchester burger joint celebrates ten years of business

  08-11-2025 06:00
  
  THE BOSS of an independent burger chain in Colchester says it has been “an incredible journey” after the firm has reached a big milestone.
  
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• Clacton father-daughter duo behind newest tattoo shop in quiet Essex town

  08-11-2025 06:00
  
  Rheanne, 29 has been tattooing since she was 18, has taken the lead on the new venture with the full support of her father Den, a tattoo artist of 25 years.
  
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• Adult pantomime star says Colchester audience should expect some 'panto magic'

  08-11-2025 06:00
  
  AN actor starring in an adult-themed pantomime in Colchester says the audience should expect a “hilarious, fun-filled evening”.
  
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