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The huge Christmas tree pictured last year, to which it has only gotten bigger since

Essex couple's Christmas tree is now the size of a house with nearly 13,000 lights

Sentencing - Colchester Magistrates' Court

Essex Police traffic hearing sees motorists fined by magistrates

Unexpected – police are continuing their enquiries into the incident, which took place early on Tuesday afternoon

Man's body pulled from marina as 'unexpected' death sparks investigation

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Traffic - queues were building on the M11

Updated Rush hour chaos after three car crash on major Essex road near airport

Commendation - Maggie Harrison was honoured for her courage and bravery which saved a woman's life by Essex Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrison

'It was just instinct' - Mum saves young woman's life after seeing her on bridge

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Investigation: police say they take incidents of this nature very seriously

Concerns raised after man is 'attacked and robbed at knifepoint' in Essex park

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Baby: the baby reindeer now at Maldon Zoo

In pictures: New baby reindeer arrive at zoo ahead of Christmas period

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From a King Charles Spaniel to a Bearded Collie, there are so many native UK dog breeds that could soon be no more

The 32 UK native dog breeds at risk of being extinct - is yours on the list?

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Ranked - Nightlife in UK cities

Revealed: The Essex city named one of the best in the country for a night out

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National Pizza Week - A tasty looking pizza (Image: PIxabay)

Some of the best spots for pizza in Essex in celebration of National Pizza Week

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Everything you need to know, including whether you could be eligible for a £159 refund or a free TV licence

You could claim a £159 refund on your TV licence - are you eligible?

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Glamorous - positioned at the top and in the centre of Wivenhoe, or Colchester, University of Essex campus Top Bar deserves it name in both of its meanings

'Secret bar' at Essex University's Colchester campus is a glamorous hidden gem

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Listed - Essex's 18 MPs claimed almost £4million in expenses in the last financial year

Revealed: Here's how much your Essex MP claimed on expenses last year

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Spaniel Elton severely bruised his spinal cord when he bounced off a 50cm wall and landed on his back

Watch: Adorable puppy learns to walk again after lifesaving surgery

Expenses - James Cleverly has reclaimed the council tax bill on his Braintree home every year since he became an MP

James Cleverly claims council tax for Essex home as expenses despite £150k salary

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Lenny has been crowned Celebrity of the Year at the annual Sense Awards

Inspirational Essex teen Lenny Rush crowned Celebrity of the Year at annual awards

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'Sorry' - Home Secretary James Cleverly arriving in Downing Street for a Cabinet meeting on Wednesday

Essex MP 'sorry' for derogatory jibe at MP but denies slur aimed at Stockton

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A12 - A crash occurred this morning and two people have been taken to hospital (Image: Google Maps, Canva)

Two people rushed to hospital after serious rush-hour crash sees A12 closed

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Support - Day centre

Art scheme distributes 25,000 mandala colouring books to help 'reduce stress'

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Incident - A section of the A12 northbound has been partially blocked this morning and is causing delays (Image: Google Maps, Canva)

A12 CLOSED in Essex after serious rush-hour crash involving three vehicles

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Deals - Braintree Village has announced exciting changes to reflect the Black Friday weekend

All the discounts you can make the most of at Essex shopping village this week

Brave - Caitlan Smith receives a commendation for her heroic efforts that helped save a life

Brave woman receives police commendation for lifesaving rescue

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Concluded: an inquest has found the cause of death of Timothy Hatcher who was reported missing

Cause of death of man found in Essex river 'could not be ascertained'

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Braintree MP and Home Secretary James Cleverly has said he hopes to

Exclusive Home Secretary hopes to 'close' Wethersfield asylum centre 'as soon as practicable'

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Closed - Part of the A12 is shut down due to a broken down lorry

Traffic building on A12 after broken down lorry sees carriageway partially closed

An operator with multiple Essex shops was nominated for the National Fish and Chip Awards 2024

Fish and chip operator with Essex shops among finalists for national awards

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Recycling: residents have had their say on the future of a booking system for recycling centres in Essex

Survey on Essex recycling centre booking system received 18,000 entries

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Park: the Osea Leisure Park

Popular leisure park proud to become the only five star resort in Essex

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NEW START: Home Secretary James Cleverly arrives in Downing Street for the first meeting of the new-look Cabinet following a reshuffle on Monday

Exclusive 'In at the deep end' - MP James Cleverly on first few days as new Home Secretary

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Options - The Hirons Report concluded that National Grid's Anglia strategy should be paused while other deadline date and locations were reviewed.

'Numerous shortcomings' with National Grid's pylon plan for Essex, says power expert

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Support: Essex County Council hopes to raise awareness for the support for carers in Essex

Campaign launched to help carers in Essex understand their rights

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Recovered - a Range Rover was found at a garage in Cressing

Suspected 'chop shop' shut down after SUV stolen in Peterborough found in Essex

Ranked - According to an analysis, Chelmsford is one of the most expensive places to retire in the UK, while Harlow was named amongst the most affordable ones

Revealed: The Essex town named as one of the cheapest places to retire in the UK

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Essex security officer accused of Holly Willoughby kidnap plot denied bail

Essex security officer accused of Holly Willoughby kidnap plot denied bail

New - Axe throwing

New axe throwing and nerf target shooting attraction to open in Basildon

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Nurses - Prince Adoe and Moriam Adekunle

Three Essex nurses celebrate NHS anniversary with King Charles III

Greater Anglia (pictured) and C2C drivers will strike in December

Essex train drivers set to stage more strikes in December, union announces

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Revealed: Opening date of exciting new Greek restaurant coming to Essex

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Book launch - Georgia Harrison's new book details her experiences with her ex-partner Stephen Bear

Towie's Georgia Harrison 'inspires hope' after sharing Stephen Bear struggles in book

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Odds on - Bobby Brazier is one of the bookies' favourites to win Strictly Come Dancing, behind Ellie Leach and Nigel Harman

Essex's Bobby Brazier among the favourites to win this year's Strictly Come Dancing

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Reality star - Olivia Attwood

Essex TV star Olivia Attwood addresses rumours of I'm a Celeb return

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Enforcement - OSG officers are tackling a wide range of crimes

Officers arrest nine people in one day for domestic abuse, burglary and more

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Conviction - former Essex Police officer Victoria Cockrell committed gross misconduct, a panel has ruled

Named: The Essex cop convicted of drink driving after being caught double the limit

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Canisters - Nitrous oxide

Essex Police vows to crack down on use of nitrous oxide after it becomes Class C drug

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Incident - traffic is being held on the M11

Updated Traffic at a standstill on major Essex road approaching airport after vehicle fire

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NEW ROLE: James Cleverly arrives in Downing Street, London, for a previous Cabinet meeting

Essex MP James Cleverly announced as new Home Secretary in cabinet reshuffle

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Home Secretary Suella Braverman has been sacked after being asked to leave Government by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, No 10 sources have confirmed.

Suella Braverman sacked as Home Secretary as cabinet reshuffle expected

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Here's how residents in Colchester and Tendring could save millions on heating bills

Here's how residents in Colchester and Tendring could save millions on heating bills

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Incident - Road traffic collision on the A12 Southbound

Drivers advised to avoid part of A12 Southbound after reported road traffic collision

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Festive - There are many great things to do across Essex this festive period

Listed: The best Christmas events happening in Essex to get you in the festive spirit

Appeal - CCTV imagery released by Essex Police

CCTV appeal issued after teens ‘approached by man with knife’ in Essex city

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Issue - Officers are dealing with a broken down coach

Coach 'breaks down' on A12 Southbound as drivers advised to avoid junctions

Appeal - Police have released CCTV imagery in their investigation

Police issue CCTV appeal following Chelmsford assault

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Veteran - David Gillies

Falkland Islands return was 'emotional and cathartic', says war veteran