Essex news

• Loved ones gather to mourn Essex University students, one year on from tragedy

  31-01-2026 22:24
  
  Eva Darold-Tchikaya, Daljang Wol, Makyle Bayley, and TJ Hibbert died on February 1 last year when their car crashed into a second-hand shop.
  
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• Tommy Robinson says 'movement' will be 'accelerated' at Essex asylum protest

  31-01-2026 19:12
  
  Tommy Robinson, a prominent far-right activist and anti-Islam campaigner, gave a speech at a protest over the Wethersfield Asylum Centre in Braintree today.
  
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• Southend edge past Chatham in FA Trophy

  31-01-2026 19:12 via bbc.com
  Chatham Town bow out following a 1-0 defeat to Southend United at the Bauvill Stadium.
  
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• Why people love the 'quintessential' Essex village King Charles will visit next week

  31-01-2026 18:00
  
  His Majesty King Charles III and her Majesty the Queen will meet community heroes and embark on a walkabout during their visit to Dedham on Thursday, February 5.
  
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• Popular Colchester city centre café celebrates third anniversary

  31-01-2026 18:00
  
  Roots and Grooves Café, in St Nicholas Passage, was launched by founders Baz Briggs, 47, and Matt Brown, 48, on January 25, 2023.
  
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• Locals on why they love this small village only a short drive from Colchester

  31-01-2026 18:00
  
  Residents and workers have shared why they love the village of Boxted.
  
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• Jailed in Essex: 11 criminals put behind bars throughout January

  31-01-2026 18:00
  
  These criminals have been put behind bars across Essex throughout January.
  
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• I tried one of Colchester's best-rated family restaurants - and it's a hidden gem

  31-01-2026 18:00
  
  With a 4.7-star rating on TripAdvisor from nearly 900 reviews, it’s officially one of Colchester’s best-rated restaurants.
  
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• From the 80s to now - Colchester keeps running

  31-01-2026 18:00
  
  Road races like the Colchester Half Marathon and Colchester 10k draw thousands of runners and spectators every year.
  
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• In pictures: Crowds of people march as Tommy Robinson joins Essex protest

  31-01-2026 16:32
  
  Crowds of people attended a march through Braintree led by far-right activist Tommy Robinson today
  
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• Heartbroken family pay tribute to 'loving mum' hit by car on Essex zebra crossing

  31-01-2026 14:27
  
  THE family of a 91-year-old who died crossing the road on the way to her club have paid tribute to the "loving mum"
  
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• We tried the carvery at this traditional Essex pub with 'the best seaside views'

  31-01-2026 13:00
  
  They serve all the classic British pub staples you’d hope for, making it an ideal stop after a long stroll along the seafront or a day exploring the town.
  
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• Thousands expected to take part in Colchester Half Marathon

  31-01-2026 13:00
  
  Thousands of runners are gearing up to take part in the Colchester Half Marathon in aid of The Robin Cancer Trust.
  
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• In pictures: annual orchestral 'Teddy Bear’s Concert' returns

  31-01-2026 13:00
  
  Youngsters enjoyed the Teddy Bear’s Concert in Colchester with some even playing instruments themselves.
  
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• Colchester Council says budget action will 'balance the books'

  31-01-2026 13:00
  
  Colchester Council's draft budget for 2026/27 is reportedly in a stronger position than expected.
  
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• Colchester charity helps support parents hit with financial worries and abuse

  31-01-2026 13:00
  
  Backed by Essex County Council funding, the charity is also running life-coaching sessions.
  
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• Ben Howard's top five picks for live shows in Colchester this week

  31-01-2026 13:00
  
  On Saturday, Ye Olde Albion in Rowhedge welcomes Electric Ocean for a night of live music by the river
  
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• Beat the Street challenge encourages people to get active

  31-01-2026 13:00
  
  Beat the Street, designed by the chairman of Active Essex, is returning to Colchester to encourage people to active and explore their neighbourhoods.
  
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• Fire station bleed kits in memory of murdered teen

  31-01-2026 11:49 via bbc.com
  The grandmother of Liam Taylor reveals all of Essex's 50 fire stations will have received the kits.
  
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• LVE: Updates as Tommy Robinson to join Essex asylum seeker protest

  31-01-2026 11:16
  
  TOMMY Robinson is coming to Braintree to take part in the protest against Wethersfield Asylum Reception Centre today (January 31).
  
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• LIVE: Updates as Tommy Robinson to join Essex asylum seeker protest

  31-01-2026 11:16
  
  TOMMY Robinson is coming to Braintree to take part in the protest against Wethersfield Asylum Reception Centre today (January 31).
  
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• LIVE: Updates as Tommy Robinson joins Essex asylum seeker protest

  31-01-2026 11:16
  
  TOMMY Robinson is coming to Braintree to take part in the protest against Wethersfield Asylum Reception Centre today (January 31).
  
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• As it happened: Recap as Tommy Robinson joined Essex asylum seeker protest

  31-01-2026 11:16
  
  TOMMY Robinson is coming to Braintree to take part in the protest against Wethersfield Asylum Reception Centre today (January 31).
  
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• Harwich and North Essex MP claims UK is unprepared for conflict

  31-01-2026 11:00
  
  Sir Bernard Jenkin, MP for Harwich and North Essex, has claimed the UK is under attack and unprepared for conflict.
  
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• Why did one of Britain's busiest tunnels have to close?

  31-01-2026 09:18 via bbc.com
  An investigation continues after one of the Dartford tunnels was damaged by an oversized vehicle.
  
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• Bridge reopens for cyclists after two-year closure

  31-01-2026 07:18 via bbc.com
  The bridge will reopen on a temporary basis to pedestrians and people on push bikes.
  
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• New 'The Mummy' film wraps filming across north Essex locations

  31-01-2026 06:00
  
  Around 30 cast and crew members convened at The Hythe, in Colchester, on Saturday afternoon to finish the final shots of The Mummy: Reckoning.
  
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• Historic Essex building that 'takes you back in time' named among UK's best

  31-01-2026 06:00
  
  The Telegraph has pulled together a list of Britain’s 10 greatest Tudor buildings, with a stunning spot in Essex recognised.
  
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• Explained: what you need to know about King Charles III's visit on Thursday

  31-01-2026 06:00
  
  His Majesty King Charles III and her Majesty the Queen will visit Dedham on Thursday, February 5.
  
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• Business owners share experiences from Gazette AI business event

  31-01-2026 06:00
  
  The evening brought together organisations from across Essex and Suffolk exploring the growing impact of artificial intelligence on business.
  
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• Boss of Essex jam maker Wilkin & Sons installed as Master of Fruiterers

  31-01-2026 06:00
  
  The boss of a celebrated Essex jam maker Wilkin & Sons at Tiptree has been installed as Master of the Worshipful Company of Fruiterers
  
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• Affordable prostate cancer tests to be carried out in Frinton

  31-01-2026 06:00
  
  Frinton Rotary Club members are spreading awareness about prostate cancer.
  
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• Trump to face Carter in German Masters semi-final

  31-01-2026 00:51 via bbc.com
  World number one Judd Trump will take on Ali Carter in the semi-finals of the German Masters after the world number one beat Xiao Guodong in a match which featured four centuries.
  
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