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Volunteers needed for dig to save historic Tudor structure from coastal erosion
2+ hour, 46+ min ago (521+ words) VOLUNTEERS are being invited to take part in an archaeological excavation on Mersea Island which hopes to uncover the remains of a former Tudor block house before it is lost to coastal erosion. The dig has been organised through a…...
New temperature record could be set as heatwave continues in Essex
9+ hour, 32+ min ago (389+ words) The temperature record for May could be broken as the heatwave continues in Essex. Essex is bracing for an intense spell of hot weather this week, with Chelmsford expected to reach 34 C on Tuesday. This could break the UK's all-time…...
Couple open new caf" serving speciality drinks in seaside town
14+ hour, 46+ min ago (342+ words) A NEW independent venue has opened its doors in Clacton town centre. Crust and Cream caf" welcomed its first customers on May 12. The caf" is a multi-purpose space combining a deli-style eatery, dessert parlour, and cocktail bar all under one…...
Man who runs club for dads says next event will 'help put to bed stereotypical roles"
13+ hour, 6+ min ago (545+ words) A COLCHESTER father who is leading a club for dads in the city says it is "the antidote to the manosphere. Matt Krishnan-Bird, 36, of Lexden, husband to Amber and father to daughter, Dorothy, launched the Good Dads Club in'September last…...
'Perfect destination' for family fun day out opens for summer
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (459+ words) Families looking for the ultimate summer day out now have the perfect place to go to, right here in Essex. As the weather gets warmers, there is even more reason to visit Curve Water Sports, which officially reopened for the…...
The 'must-see places' in Colchester which have been taking the internet by storm
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (472+ words) IF you're planning a day out in Colchester, the creator behind a social media series is the perfect unofficial tour guide. Greek student Anthi Paganou, 24, moved to the city for her marketing master's at Essex University last year. Since then,…...
My garden table went from basic to boutique thanks to Lakeland - now it's all on sale
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (701+ words) I've tested plenty of outdoor dining bits over the years, but Lakeland's Blue Azure range might be one of the prettiest summer collections I've used in a long time - and right now the whole outdoor dining range is 25% off for…...
Essex secondary school crowned best in the whole country in new 'league table"
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (488+ words) A secondary school in Essex has been named the best in the whole country. The Telegraph has updated its 'league table' outlining the best secondary schools in the UK. The news outlet analysed data from almost 3, 500 state-sector secondary schools and…...
Half of Brits would consider a break-up if their pet disapproved
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (258+ words) Almost half of UK pet owners admit they'would'consider breaking up with a partner if their pet didn't approve. Research,'from Mars, Incorporated - the company behind loved brands including PEDIGREE, WHISKAS, SHEBA,'Ben's Original, EXTRA, SNICKERS- highlights'a major shift in how…...
Martin Lewis says one simple switch could stop Brits wasting money on holiday
2+ day, 11+ hour ago (455+ words) Millions of Brits heading overseas this summer could be throwing away money without even realising it. According to money saving expert Martin Lewis, using your normal bank card abroad could secretly add up to 3% onto every purchase you make. That…...