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Essex travel: Wednesday, July 16
Morning all, welcome to the mid-week travel. Just think - once today's over, only two more days to go before the glorious weekend. Roads7.00am: If you're heading out towards Harwich, then watch out -...
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Fire crews rush to Danbury to timber yard equipment fire
Two working fire crews have put out a blaze near Chelmsford this morning as fire union members are on strike over government pension proposals. The pair of fire engines rushed to Brooks Brothers timber...
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First Essex promises improvement after punctuality rap
BOSSES at First Essex have assured customers they will take a formal warning issued over the punctuality of their services "very seriously". Deputy traffic commissioner Marcia Davis gave the bus firm...
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Asylum owners thank supporters after closure of club
A MUSICIAN says he does not regret selling his house to fund his alternative music venue despite crashing out of business last week. Eddie and Denise Wood opened Asylum, in Viaduct Road, in April last...
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Witham woman fatally struck by train at Chelmsford railway station is named
A WOMAN who died after being hit by a train at Chelmsford railway station last week has been named.Lorraine Allison Sands, 53, of Witham, was discovered by officers on the line last Tuesday (July 8)....
View ArticleNik Nak's Weekly Teaser — 16th July, 2014: The Calendar
A little something calendrical's appropriate, I think.Q1)16th July marks the formal start of the Islamic Calendar. In which year of the Western Calendar: 622, 623 or 624?Q2)The current Islamic year...
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Top 10 tips: How to beat the heat to get to sleep
Summer temperatures are finally upon us in Essex, with the mercury set to soar beyond 30C on Friday.But they will go no lower than 18C, with humidity expected to make it an uncomfortable night for...
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Swan among birds discovered shot to death in 'deliberate attack'
Three dead birds were discovered floating in the backwaters of Walton-on-the Naze with multiple shot wounds in what has been described as a 'sinister incident'.The bodies of a pair of mute swans and a...
View Article660 suspected paedophiles arrested after six month National Crime Agency probe
A six-month operation overseen by the National Crime Agency (NCA) and involving 45 police forces across the UK has led to the arrest of 660 suspected paedophiles.Those arrested include doctors,...
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10 things you might not know about Writtle, the hottest place in the UK
We're set for another scorcher in Essex over the next two days - (although the sunny weather may not last too long...) and Writtle is often the place to go if you want to experience the best of it.But...
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Essex to get a weekend soaking as Met Office issues thunderstorm warning
Essex is set for a soaking on Saturday – and the threat of large thunderstorms has forced the Met Office to issue a weather warning.The yellow 'be aware' warning, which covers not only Essex but also...
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Kwik Fit supports Essex Highways in 'Roadster' road safety events
New research has revealed that young people are lacking fundamental knowledge when it comes to looking after and servicing their cars, which could be putting them in danger. The study, carried out by...
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Devonshire: "Centre-back is main priority"
BRAINTREE Town boss Alan Devonshire has said that finding a new centre-back is his main priority. Since losing Dean Wells to Stevenage in June, Devonshire has struggled to replace the 29-year-old....
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More than 20 men arrested in Essex after raids on homes of suspected paedophiles
Twenty children have been protected after a series of Essex Police raids in connection with a six-month investigation into paedophile activity.The force worked closely with the National Crime Agency to...
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Mark Hawkes impressed by hard-working Chelmsford City midfield
CHELMSFORD City boss Mark Hawkes was impressed by his stellar midfield in their 5-1 win over Grays Athletic. Hawkes started skipper Mark Hughes and Christian Smith, alongside new signings Lee Sawyer...
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Hordes queue as Marks & Spencer opens in Braintree after five year absence
HORDES of eager shoppers crowded into Marks & Spencer yesterday as the shop made an emphatic return to Braintree. Store manager Rodney Rajack and 62 new M&S employees officially opened the...
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The top chippies in Chelmsford and mid-Essex, according to Essex Chronicle...
A GUIDE for anyone searching for the perfect portion of fish and chips on a sunny day we've compiled a list of 15 of the most popular restaurants in Chelmsford (in no particular order) thanks to...
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Essex county council disappointment at government after delaying decision on...
News that the Government is delaying the decision on the Lower Thames Crossing has been met with major disappointment by Essex County Council (ECC). County Councillor Kevin Bentley, Deputy Leader and...
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Bopara keeps Essex's promotion hopes alive
AN UNBEATEN 48 from Ravi Bopara helped Essex keep their promotion hopes alive, beating Hampshire by two wickets in County Championship Division Two. The win was Essex's third this summer in the County...
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Heatwave warning: Public Health England issues guidance as temperatures set...
Experts are warning people to keep an eye on vulnerable people tomorrow and Friday after the forecast triggered a Level 2 heat-health alert.Scroll down for advice Met office forecasters predict...
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