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Huge display of Earth set to light up Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle will be hosting a captivating touring artwork depicting the Earth's beauty.

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Havens Hospices Marathon in Chelmsford set for October

Havens Hospices has confirmed this year's Chelmsford Marathon and Half Marathon is returning in October.

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Braintree Town offer Angelo Harrop improved contract

Braintree Town offer Angelo Harrop a new improved contract

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Tom Dallison was released by Colchester United last week

Tom Dallison sends message after Colchester United departure

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Gloucester Park Basildon man 'exposed himself' to dog walker

Essex Police is investigating a report of indecent exposure at Gloucester Park on Wednesday at around 6:50am

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Colchester Best Days Vintage owner strives to create community

The store has offered up vintage clothing, records and a whole lot more to the residents of Colchester since 2013. 

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In full: Colchester's weird, whacky, and dangerous defendants in court

Judges in Colchester and north Essex were kept busy last month with a stalker, a robber, and a fraudster all appearing in court.

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Stunning Langham home on property market for £2million

A beautiful Essex home which has found the perfect balance between period pieces and modern features has hit the market.

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Porridge and Pens raises thousands at art auction

Porridge and Pens Ghana held an auction during the charity's Spring Ball, which was held in Firstsite, Colchester.

Braintree and Witham Times | News

Virgin Media O2 launches gigabit broadband across Braintree

A TELECOM and media giant says Braintree residents can now access broadband which is “up to 30 times faster" than the local average.

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Billericay seven-bedroom home on Zoopla market for £1.75m

Zoopla say: “This impressive residence combines modern comfort and exquisite living.”

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St Helena Hospice pier to pier walk back this weekend

It aims to raise funds for St Helena Hospice to help ensure patients and families facing incurable illness and bereavement receive the support they need.

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Harwich Lime Court Care home closing day facilities

Lime Court Care is run by Dovercourt Healthcare Limited and Excel Care Holdings, and provides 44 beds and also a day care service.

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Colchester taxi firms reviewed by Google customers

We have complied a list of the best-rated taxi firms in Colchester, according to customer reviews left on Google.

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All roads which are set to close as Colchester 10k returns

The Colchester Rotary Charity 10k Race is back this Sunday, May 12.

Braintree and Witham Times | News

Essex Police say only 20 per cent of 999 calls are an 'emergency'

New data from the national site for policing in the UK has revealed the average times it took for 999 calls to be transferred from BT to each police force.

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Historic vessel anchored in Harwich up for sale again

A historic vessel that saved more than a hundred people while serving a charity is looking for a new owner.

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Former Colchester defender Charlie Daniels backs Cowleys

Former U's defender is backing Cowleys to lift Colchester United

Braintree and Witham Times | News

Danaher Animal Home appeal for bunnies Whisky and Persephone

Lop cross Whisky, six, and Dutch cross partner Persephone, four, are waiting at the Danaher Animal Home in Wethersfield.

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Eurovision Song Contest 2024: Where to watch in Essex

The day is finally upon us… it’s the final of the Eurovision Song Contest.