Essex news

• Essex star says family is safe after ‘very scary’ night in Dubai

  01-03-2026 19:24
  
  The reality TV star, 34, and her husband, former footballer Rio Ferdinand, relocated to Dubai last year with their young children
  
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• Work begins on 'exciting' new children’s sensory garden at Colchester Hospital

  01-03-2026 18:00
  
  Construction has officially begun on exciting new Children’s Sensory Garden at Colchester Hospital.
  
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• The 14 planning applications decided on by Colchester Council this week

  01-03-2026 18:00
  
  Here are the latest planning applications received and decided by Colchester Council.
  
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• Revealed - are you entitled to a share of more than 100 unclaimed estates in Essex?

  01-03-2026 18:00
  
  Over 100 unclaimed estates in Essex await rightful heirs, check the Bona Vacantia list here to see if you’re an eligible relative.
  
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• Nostalgia: Take a look back at Colchester Half Marathon over the years

  01-03-2026 18:00
  
  COLCHESTER’S annual Half Marathon has become a key date in the city's sporting and social calendar.
  
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• House near Colchester with sweeping countryside views on the market for £1.3m

  01-03-2026 18:00
  
  The four-bedroom house on Church Road, Peldon, has two bathrooms and three reception rooms.
  
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• Easter event invites families to attend dressed as Disney characters

  01-03-2026 18:00
  
  Hilltop Garden Centre, in Clacton Road, Weeley, has announced the return of its Easter Family Fun Day.
  
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• Colchester eateries with dedicated Mother's Day 2026 deals

  01-03-2026 18:00
  
  Here are some of the best eateries in Colchester with dedicated Mother's Day deals for 2026.
  
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• Shoppers warned to wear 'masks and gloves' to dispose of recalled toy due to asbestos

  01-03-2026 15:49
  
  Breathing in high volumes of asbestos over a long period of time can cause asbestosis, which makes breathing difficult and enlarges the heart
  
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• Brits urged to check their change as rare £1 coin sells for more than £300

  01-03-2026 15:49
  
  The 2018, which features Queen Elizabeth II on the front and the Nations of the Crown design on the reverse, was minted with an error
  
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• Ryanair passenger avoids hefty baggage charge with this simple trick

  01-03-2026 15:48
  
  A spokesman for Ryanair said the passenger had booked a basic fare ticket that entitled them to carry one small personal bag onboard.
  
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• Patient taken to hospital by ambulance after multi-car crash on A12

  01-03-2026 13:50
  
  Essex ambulance service has confirmed an individual was taken to hospital on Saturday morning, after a multi-vehicle crash on the A12, near East Bergholt.
  
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• Student loan changes could ease finances for millions - what could it mean for you?

  01-03-2026 13:00
  
  Government considers lowering student loan interest and raising repayment threshold for Plan 2 graduates, but what does it mean for you?
  
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• Mum who had car broken into says criminal behaviour 'clearly escalating'

  01-03-2026 13:00
  
  Zoe Stanbridge, 33, had her car targeted in Lisle Road and said police have not been pro-active enough
  
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• Inside the incredible country residence with one-acre plot just added to the market

  01-03-2026 13:00
  
  Villa Farm, Burtons Green: Luxury country home for sale with one-bed annex, 1 acre, Victorian features, countryside views, near Kelvedon, Essex for £1.25–£1.3m.
  
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• Colchester troops train with French soldiers in 'historic' military exercise

  01-03-2026 13:00
  
  Exercise Orion brings together 2,000 soldiers from Colchester-based 16 Air Assault Brigade and France’s 11e Brigade Parachutiste, based in Balma
  
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• Colchester crime hotspots: Hundreds of reports submitted within one month

  01-03-2026 13:00
  
  Throughout December 2025, hundreds of crimes were reported to Essex Police across Colchester Town East and West, with violence and sexual offences topping the list for submitted reports.
  
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• Britain’s Got Talent choir to perform at Colchester concert with 90s star

  01-03-2026 13:00
  
  The BIG Sing Choir, who appeared on Britain’s Got Talent, will stage two of their biggest concerts yet
  
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• Essex actor gets four yeses and standing ovation on ITV's Britain's Got Talent

  01-03-2026 11:24
  
  Sonny Green received four yeses and a standing ovation on ITV's Britain's Got Talent last night, after performing a poem about what England means to him.
  
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• Listed: All the road closures to be in place for Colchester Half Marathon

  01-03-2026 11:00
  
  Colchester residents are being advised of temporary road closures for the upcoming Colchester Half Marathon.
  
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• Colchester man launches new inclusive and accessible fitness app

  01-03-2026 10:00
  
  A Colchester man has launched a new fitness app with the idea of being inclusive and accessible for all.
  
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• The 'bustling' town with 'welcoming atmosphere' many mistake for being in Essex

  01-03-2026 06:20
  
  If you question someone from Romford whether they are from Essex or London, it can be a hot topic of discussion.
  
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• Treat your mum to a special afternoon tea at these Essex spots

  01-03-2026 06:00
  
  With Mother's Day fast approaching, we have compiled a list of some of the county's best spots for a memorable afternoon tea.
  
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• The 4 new shops confirmed to be opening at Lakeside Shopping Centre in 2026

  01-03-2026 06:00
  
  So far in 2026, there are already a handful of new brands joining the lineup at Lakeside, from fashion to home accesories.
  
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• Nationwide kitchen refurb business planning to move into Colchester city centre

  01-03-2026 06:00
  
  Mr Peter Loftus of Dream Doors Ltd is hoping to change the permission of use for 65 Crouch Street, right next to The Hospital Arms.
  
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• Inside five luxurious Essex multimillion properties with swimming pools

  01-03-2026 06:00
  
  Explore five luxury Essex properties for sale, each with swimming pools, including Chigwell, Hornchurch and Chelmsford mansions.
  
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• All the jobs currently on offer at Colchester Zoo

  01-03-2026 06:00
  
  Colchester Zoo is hiring for four interesting roles, including working with reptiles.
  
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• All of the Essex postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery in February

  01-03-2026 06:00
  
  Several streets across Essex have once again won in the People's Postcode Lottery.
  
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