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• In Pictures: Fallen heroes honoured as residents gather at Colchester War Memorial

  09-11-2025 19:00
  
  Heroes from all branches of the armed forces were honoured in a solemn ceremony at today's Remembrance parade in Colchester.
  
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• Major crash on M25 involving 'at least seven' vehicles in Essex

  09-11-2025 18:59
  
  A crash involving "at least seven" vehicles has been reported on the M25 in Essex with all traffic stopped.
  
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• Multi-vehicle crashes reported on major motorways

  09-11-2025 18:47 via bbc.com
  National Highways says there are multiple multi-vehicle crashes being dealt with on two major motorways.
  
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• WATCH: Footage from scene of Clacton shop fire as Remembrance parade disrupted

  09-11-2025 18:33
  
  Alarming footage from the scene of a shop fire which disrupted the Clacton Remembrance parade today shows fire crews tackling the blaze.
  
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• We tried the newest Asian restaurant in Colchester- and it's fine dining at best

  09-11-2025 18:00
  
  New Chapter is a wonderful addition to Colchester's dining scene. Specializing in Malaysian cuisine ,this stunning venue deserves far more attention.
  
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• Two Essex locations dubbed best affordable places to live with great state schools

  09-11-2025 18:00
  
  Two places in Essex have been named by The Telegraph in their guide to affordable places to live which have great schools.
  
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• Poppy Appeal man who collected for 7 decades is remembered this November

  09-11-2025 18:00
  
  A much-loved man who collected for the Poppy Appeal for seven decades is also being remembered this November.
  
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• Nostalgia: The people of Colchester pictured through the ages

  09-11-2025 18:00
  
  A collection of photos depicting Colchester down the years including royal visits, old businesses and former school students.
  
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• Most notable road closures across Colchester, north and mid Essex in the coming weeks

  09-11-2025 18:00
  
  We have put together some of the most notable road closures across Colchester, north and mid Essex in the coming weeks.
  
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• I went to this greasy spoon in Colchester city centre, here's what I thought

  09-11-2025 18:00
  
  Located on the corner of Head Street, Vinny’s Restaurant has outlasted many other cafes, having been in the city for more than 25 years. So, on a quiet winter morning, I went to visit the establishment to see if it’s worth it.
  
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• Thug who mercilessly beat man he had just met in 'unprovoked' attack is jailed

  09-11-2025 15:58
  
  A thug who launched an "unprovoked" attack on a man he just met has been jailed for more than three years.
  
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• Driver charged after man seen clinging to bumper

  09-11-2025 15:30 via bbc.com
  Police appeal for anyone who may have dashcam footage of the incident to get in touch.
  
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• Remembrance Sunday parade re-routed due to fire

  09-11-2025 15:26 via bbc.com
  A fire in two flats forces the diversion of a parade in a seaside town.
  
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• Fire crews tackle shop blaze on Clacton Remembrance parade route

  09-11-2025 15:18
  
  Fire crews were called to tackle a shop blaze on the route of today's Remembrance parade in Clacton this morning.
  
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• Person 'dragged' behind car in north Essex sees Jaywick man charged

  09-11-2025 14:38
  
  A Jaywick man has been charged after a reported incident where a person was "dragged" behind a car in Brightlingsea.
  
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• Race among wildlife for charity in Colchester Zoo's 10k Stampede

  09-11-2025 13:00
  
  MID and North Essex Mind is calling on runners to take part in a 10k Stampede at Colchester Zoological Society.
  
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• Project which supports domestic abuse survivors boosted by National Lottery Fund

  09-11-2025 13:00
  
  A project in Colchester which works with women who have survived domestic abuse have been given more than £18k by the National Lottery Fund.
  
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• Here are five events coming up in Colchester in the next seven days

  09-11-2025 13:00
  
  Arts stalwart Ben Howard takes us through five great events to enjoy in Colchester in the coming week.
  
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• Free energy saving advice sessions in Wivenhoe including cooking demonstrations

  09-11-2025 13:00
  
  There will also be a demonstration on how to use a thermal camera and loan service as well as how to cook a meal for a family within seven minutes by using an eco-cook box.
  
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• Colchester care home to host Christmas bazaar and Santa's grotto

  09-11-2025 13:00
  
  New Copford Place care home in Colchester is welcoming Santa for a community Christmas bazaar.
  
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• Housebuilder donates to help plant replacement oak trees in Copford

  09-11-2025 11:00
  
  Housebuilder Dandara, currently working on the Oaklands development in Copford, has donated £250 to help plant replacement oak trees.
  
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• 'Horror chocolatier' makes gory Netflix film props

  09-11-2025 07:20 via bbc.com
  Sarah Hardy who creates a range of edible hearts and bones says "gore" is her niche.
  
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• Who wants to be the first elected mayor of Essex?

  09-11-2025 07:19 via bbc.com
  Meet the candidates hoping to be elected the Mayor of Essex next year
  
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• 'Warm' and 'unique' Essex pub named one of the UK's best places for Sunday roast

  09-11-2025 06:00
  
  Publisher Muddy Stilettos has rounded up its picks for the best Sunday roasts across the UK, with this spot in Essex being picked out.
  
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• Vacant Clacton shop to become tanning salon and barbershop

  09-11-2025 06:00
  
  A former shop in Clacton has plans to turn it into a tanning salon and barbers approved.
  
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• The cheapest streets to buy property in Colchester in 2025 so far

  09-11-2025 06:00
  
  HM Land Registry data from January 1, 2025, to October 23, 2025, has shown where the least expensive homes are in Colchester.
  
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• Spandau Ballet star to play punk rock concert in Colchester this month

  09-11-2025 06:00
  
  Steve Norman is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter best known as the gifted saxophonist of Spandau Ballet, the legendary new wave group which has sold millions of records across the world.
  
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• Pretty Essex village with 'gourmet pubs' named one of UK's best places to live

  09-11-2025 06:00
  
  Stock has been included in Muddy Stilettos' Best Places to Live series, and here is why.
  
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• Man completes 83-mile walk for charity after wife was diagnosed with brain tumour

  09-11-2025 06:00
  
  A MAN originally from Colchester has embarked on a huge challenge, walking more than 80 miles to raise funds for charity after his wife battled a brain tumour.
  
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• Colchester school with 'impressive pedigree' named as one of best in UK

  09-11-2025 06:00
  
  Holmwood House school in Colchester has been recognised as one of the best schools in the country.
  
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• 'Attractive' two-storey commercial space in the heart of Colchester for sale

  09-11-2025 06:00
  
  A two-storey office building in the heart of Colchester has been placed on the market.
  
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