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Driver only saw huge 'ball of flames' after student's car crashed on A12

The 23-year-old was tragically pronounced dead at the scene

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Man on trial accused of owning dogs which killed Essex woman

A woman from Jaywick died after being attacked by an XL Bully dog

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Major changes to Chelmsford park and ride

The changes will be in place from March

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Man on trial accused of owning or being in charge of dogs which killed woman

A MAN has gone on trial accused of owning or being in charge of two XL bully dogs which killed a woman near Clacton.

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Nominate outstanding school staff for Essex Teaching Awards

Nominations are now open for the Essex Teaching Awards 2026.

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Essex University staff to strike for 7 days following 400 job losses

It was revealed in December the university is closing its Southend Campus this summer, and relocating all courses to its Colchester site.

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Archbishop will not face action over handling of abuse case while Essex bishop

The Archbishop of York will not face disciplinary action over his handling of a priest who faced sexual abuse allegations.

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Bodycam footage shows the moment armed police arrest thugs following machete attack

Regan Humphries, 21, of Boundary Way, Shoeburyness, Tyler Humphries, 23, of Hickory Avenue, Colchester, and Kye Perkins, 19, of no fixed address, were jailed for a combined total of 15 years at Ipswich Crown Court on Tuesday.

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Autistic non-verbal teen, 15, learns to communicate thanks to help of school

Logan Houillon, 15, was diagnosed with non-verbal autism at the age of three and attended a school for pupils with moderate learning difficulties until a year ago.

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What to know for road closures, parking, and travel ahead of the King's visit

AS King Charles and Queen Camilla are set to visit a picturesque village near Colchester next week, several roads will be closed as a result.

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Live updates as King Charles III set to visit Essex village near Colchester

HIS Royal Highness is set to visit a picturesque village near Colchester next week.

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King Charles III to visit Essex village next week

His Majesty King Charles III and her Majesty the Queen will visit Dedham on Thursday, February 5.

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Court update after man dies in plane crash at Hanningfield Reservoir

An inquest into his death was opened at Essex Coroner's Court

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Coroner opens inquest into death of man whose plane crashed into Essex reservoir

Coroner Michelle Brown told the inquest there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death and there will be no prosecution

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Fundraiser launched for Essex children's nurse, 28, living with incurable cancer

Other fundraising ideas include a family holiday at a beach cottage to create happy memories.

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Man accused of pub heater blaze denies he was ‘showing off’

Back in April 2021, Dale Carter was among a group of friends who met at the King’s Head in Great Cornard

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Shocking moment armed robbers flee in stolen car hour before horrendous vehicle murder

They have all been sent to prison for their offending

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Who is Tommy Robinson? The far-right activist coming to asylum seeker protest

Far-right activist Tommy Robinson is coming to Braintree to cover the protest against Wethersfield Asylum Reception Centre this weekend.

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Tommy Robinson coming to Essex for Wethersfield asylum seeker protest

Tommy Robinson is coming to Braintree to take part in the protest against Wethersfield Asylum Reception Centre this weekend.

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Basildon school staff at 'breaking point' to strike in pay row

Bosses of the school's trust insist they have offered workers a 'significant increase in pay'