- “Florida of England” – tourism boss hits back as Tendring is branded the second least-trendy place in the UK

- Historic theatre owners say venue is still a hit after star performers pull out over low ticket sales

- Iconic helter skelter is back in action on Clacton Pier after high-speed wind destruction

- New rides set to dazzle crods on pier – including high-tech interactive film attraction

- Bedsit owner attacks council move to use new powers to evict tenants

- Residents’ association boss slams decision to block dental surgery move

- TV star’s action plan to create homes for the homeless in Jaywick

- Protestors fear floodgates will open if they lose Sladbury’s Lane development battle

- Caution for councillor caught on video in swearing tirade

- Burglars use bricks to smash their way into two businesses and steal tills

- Top award for caring school recognising work with diabetes sufferers

- Thousands of weapons are taken from the streets in blade amnesty

- First brick laid in £9million development on former caravan site

- Landowners told to take responsibility to end flooding misery

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