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'Shocked' - Fear as armed police and dog units swoop after gun is reportedly fired
ARMED police swooped on a seaside town after a gun was reportedly fired, but residents have been reassured there "is no risk to the wider public". Essex Police rushed to Rosemary Road, in Clacton, at 2pm on Sunday following concerning reports
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Remembering the hundreds of people who died of Covid in Colchester four years on
NEARLY 600 people in Colchester died as a result of contracting coronavirus, it has been revealed, and many are still suffering from life-changing symptoms. Covid-19 caused the deaths of a total of 598 people in Colchester, NHS figures show.
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Woman arrested as ‘substance’ is thrown in man’s face causing ‘burning sensation’
A WOMAN has been arrested after a man was attacked with a "substance" leaving him with a "burning sensation and a superficial mark". Emergency services were called to Frinton Road, in Holland-on-Sea, on Friday night following reports of a serious
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Here's why Essex Police put up a cordon in Clacton on Sunday
Following a strong police presence in Clacton, police are investigating a possible firearm discharge. Essex Police set up a cordon in Rosemary Road on March 3 near Cobblers of Clacton, and Pins and Needles. Now, a statement has been issued,
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Community group which transformed 'eyesore' building in seaside village to close
A COMMUNITY group which was set up to support residents in Jaywick has announced its closure, with "great sadness". The Jaywick Sands Community Land Trust, based at the Broadoak Centre, launched to improve the area and offer a hub-like space for