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Councillor accused of making 'racist remarks' says complaints are 'unfounded' A Tendring councillor has been found to have breached the councillors’ Code of Conduct after being accused of “highly offensive” and “racist remarks”. Residents feel 'swamped with new housing' as plans for more than 120 homes approved Controversial plans for more than 120 new homes outside of Clacton have been given the green light despite residents’ safety concerns. 'We are very blessed' - Diamond north Essex couple celebrates 60 years of marriage The couple who moved to Clacton in 2000 are celebrating their Diamond Wedding anniversary following 60 years. Rob Rinder shares heartbreaking news as beloved family member dies Rob Rinder took to Instagram to share that some sad news with fans after his beloved Grandma died. Police destroy two tonnes of seized and surrendered knives across Essex In the 12 months to January, officers shredded 23,840 weapons and sharp-bladed implements, to put them beyond criminal use In pictures: 14 brilliant images taken by you in north Essex this week ONCE again talented members of the Gazette camera club have taken some incredible pictures in and around northeast Essex this new year. Ban lifted for nurse who didn't speak up when patient was 'slapped and dragged' Dora Margaret Pasirayi, an agency nurse who regularly worked at the former Yew Trees Hospital in Kirby-le-Soken, had been suspended for six months. 'A fantastic space' - Barclays officially opens new banking branch at Clacton Library Barclays officially launched its Barclays Local site in Clacton. Councillor found to have breached code of conduct after reported 'racist remarks' A Tendring councillor has been found to have breached the councillors’ Code of Conduct after being accused of “highly offensive” and “racist remarks”. 'Dangerous' drug-resistant disease above average in north east Essex LATEST figures have shown that cases drug-resistant disease in North East Essex are up and above the national average in north east Essex – with concerns about the safety of vulnerable patients. Read more

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