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Crash on A12 leaves road partially blocked
A crash on the A12 northbound sees the road partially blocked and traffic increasing
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Essex road closures April 19 to 21 including M25 and A12
Some closures from April 19 to 21 on the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing may affect some Essex drivers this weekend.
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Colchester United fan attends game 35 years after stroke
A Colchester United fan was given a special treat after being able to attend one of their games for the first time, following a stroke 35 years ago.
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Leisure World Colchester hosting free outdoor exercise classes
Leisure World Colchester will be offering free group exercise classes to encourage outdoor activity and wellness.
National News
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Man detained after police operation at Iranian consulate in Paris
French police have detained a man at the Iranian consulate in Paris after responding to a report of a suspicious man possibly carrying a grenade and explosives vest.
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Sunak calls for calm heads after reported Israeli strike on Iran
Rishi Sunak has called for “calm heads” to prevail amid reports of a retaliatory attack by Israel against Iran.
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Reports of Israel attack on Iran
Commercial flights began diverting their routes over western Iran after claims of an Israeli attack on the city of Isfahan.
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Liverpool and West Ham out of Europa League
Liverpool crashed out of the Europa League after they failed to turn around their 3-0 first-leg defeat to Atalanta.
Sport
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Colchester United keeper Sam Hornby on challenging season
Colchester United goalkeeper Sam Hornby is back in the side
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Colchester United visit Notts County in League Two tomorrow
Colchester United head coach Danny Cowley on Notts County clash
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Colchester United chairman Robbie Cowling on budget
Colchester United chairman Robbie Cowling on playing budget
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Colchester Half Marathon raises more than £55k for charity
A popular race around Colchester raised more than £55,000 in aid of a life-saving charity.
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What's On
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Growing up, digging deep. The story of the Scouts, food and farming
Growing up, digging deep. The story of the Scouts, food and farming The Tower is open Thursday to Sunday 10 til 4
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Boozy Brushes
Join Sirena Hart at Firstsite for Boozy Brushes – our New Multi-Art, Drag entertainment painting class extravaganza!
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Flowers and Fruits - Portraits by Mariya McAllister
Immerse yourself in the magical world of flowers and fruits, where each canvas strives to preserve nature's wonders.
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The Silhouettes - Headgate Theatre
The Silhouettes are unique amongst tribute bands in providing an authentic Shadows show.
at Headgate Theatre, Colchester