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Witham: Work begins on new sports centre

11:00am Tuesday 21st May 2013

A new leisure centre - which is two-and-a-half years behind schedule and £473,000 over budget - is finally becoming a reality.

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Braintree: Tributes for ex-councillor

3:00pm Monday 20th May 2013

Tributes have been paid to a former councillor.

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Witham: 125-year-old firm's date with Chelsea Flower Show

11:00am Monday 20th May 2013

A seed company is celebrating 125 years in business with its first appearance at the Chelsea Flower Show.

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Witham: Drop-in centre holds art exhibition

9:00am Monday 20th May 2013

An art exhibition featuring pieces created by adults with learning disabilities has raised funds for a drop-in centre.

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Braintree: Ex-cop calls for fingerprint test vow to be honoured

3:00pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A former top copper is calling on police bosses to introduce proficiency tests for fingerprint experts.

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Witham: Care home re-launched after £200k refurbishment

11:00am Sunday 19th May 2013

A care home has undergone a £200,000 revamp.

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Witham: Paralympian inspires school pupils

9:00am Sunday 19th May 2013

Paralympic swimmer Fran Williamson inspired sports students with her story not letting cerebral palsy stop her from becoming a world record holder.

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Braintree: Pupils battle it out in music contest

5:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Young performers from three schools went head-to-head in a battle of the bands-style contest.

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