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Ambulance guidelines set for change after coroner warns of risk of future deaths
National ambulance guidelines are set to be revised after an Essex coroner raised concerns following the death of a 60-year-old woman.
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Essex pub goes up for sale with potential for major new use
Former New Courthouse pub in Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, goes on sale as a freehold 0.63-acre town-centre site with potential for redevelopment or alternative uses.
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Multi-vehicle crash causing delays on busy city route
Chelmsford traffic delays follow a multi-vehicle crash partially blocking the A1016 Westway northbound between Britvic Roundabout and Writtle Road.
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Crash causing chaos near busy Essex hospital
Crash partially blocks Fourth Avenue near Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, causing delays in both directions. Drivers advised to allow extra time.
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Father of convicted rapist Russell Brand claims his son was the 'victim'
Russell Brand’s father calls him a “victim” after the comedian’s 10-and-a-half-year prison sentence for rape and sexual assault; police probe two allegations.
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Homeless people aged 16 and over offered free NHS flu jabs this winter
Homeless people in Essex can now get free flu vaccinations this winter under expanded NHS rules.
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Colchester parents among dangerous Essex criminals jailed throughout October
Essex criminals jailed for sexual offences, attempted murder, domestic abuse, violence, drug dealing and child cruelty throughout October 2026.
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Colchester gallery named among Essex's 'worst-rated' attractions
A prominent arts venue has defended its cultural offer after being ranked among Essex’s lowest-rated attractions
National News
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Meghan not strong enough to deliver speech with Harry after fathers arrestThe Duchess of Sussex has pulled out of making a joint speech with the Duke of Sussex in Brussels about online child safety because she is “not strong enough” after her father’s arrest.
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One of the killers of James Bulger to remain in prisonOne of the killers of James Bulger is to remain behind bars after he told a Parole Board panel he should stay in prison.
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Ground Force presenter Tommy Walsh dies at the age of 69Ground Force presenter Tommy Walsh has died at the age of 69 following a “long illness”, his agent has confirmed.
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Russell Brand jailed for 10 and a half yearsRussell Brand has been jailed for 10-and-a-half years for raping one of his fans and sexually assaulting three TV and radio workers during his rise to international fame.
Sport
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Colchester United to host Mansfield Town in FA Cup second round
COLCHESTER United will host League One side Mansfield Town in the FA Cup second round.
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Ex-Colchester United midfielder taken to hospital after collapse
Former Colchester United midfielder Yassine En-Neyah is in a stable condition in after collapse
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Spurs announce death of Essex-born former goalkeeper aged 75
Witham-born former Tottenham goalkeeper Barry Daines has died aged 75. The Spurs loyal servant made 173 appearances during a 12-year career at the club.
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Henry Patten celebrates ‘incredible’ achievement after reaching world number one
Henry Patten has reached the top of the doubles world rankings with Harri Heliovaara
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