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Gazette News

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Colchester choir teams up with mental health charity to release important single
A COLCHESTER based choir have teamed up with a mental health charity to release a new single, featuring a TikTok singing sensation.

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Community's Autism Inclusive project has 'started to change the world'
A community-led project to transform a community to be more inclusive for people with autism has “started to change the world”.

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Colchester's first-ever micro diner is bringing something 'different and quirky'
The first-ever micro diner in Colchester has officially opened with a warm atmosphere and top quality food.

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Visit these locations in Essex to see the best Christmas lights displays
Here are some of the best areas in Essex to see Christmas lights, as well as some suggestions from Echo and Gazette readers.

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
I met Blur's Dave Rowntree in Colchester, here's what I thought of him
When Blur drummer Dave Rowntree visited Red Lion Books in High Street last week it was a rare opportunity to get up close with a music icon.

Watford Observer

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 09:43:33 +0000
'Broad daylight' catalytic converter theft at hospital car park sparks appeal
Thieves stole the catalytic converter from a car in “broad daylight” at the Watford General Hospital multi-storey car park, sparking an appeal for information.

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000
School unveils innovative new hub with its own Formula 1 race event
The new facility supports Apple, Microsoft and Google devices, offering workshops, community events and hands-on learning to build students’ vocational and digital skills.

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Beautiful festive Robin snap among this week's camera club photos
The final selection of Watford Observer Camera Club photos on the theme of 'contrasting colours' as a new challenge is set for our talented photographers.

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Our verdict on new McDonald's after opening this week
After the new McDonald's in Rickmansworth High Street opened its doors, the Watford Observer visited to see what it's like.

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:44:48 +0000
Bar forced to shut AGAIN after locks changed as landlord feud continues
The bitter feud between a popular bar’s owners and its landlord took another sour turn today after the locks were suddenly changed – forcing its closure.

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