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Volunteer who brings annual events to Clacton recognised with national award

2 days ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Claudia Bradley

Maria Gormley, 54, has been an ambassador for the Sands charity for more than 20 years. At Sands' national Volunteer Awards ceremony this month, Maria was presented with an engraved Pinnacle Award trophy by charity boss Clea Harmer, and volunteering development lead Louise Fleming. The award was for her “innovation and dedication" in raising funds, increasing awareness and establishing a Sands group in Clacton.
Care home residents 'furious' after rubbish not collected for four weeks

4 days ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Claudia Bradley

The rubbish bins are supposed to be collected every Thursday at St Mary’s Court in Crossfield Road. But the elderly and vulnerable residents were left with more than four weeks’ worth of rubbish after the bin lorries did not arrive. The rubbish chute for residents upstairs to use quickly became clogged, while residents on the ground floor still had to enter the bin room themselves to put their bags in the bins.
Baby and toddler retailer at Clacton shopping park speaks of concerns over thefts

1 week ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Natalie Hensel

Concerned - Little Uns owner Gemma Veale shared her concerns about thefts (Image: Warren Page, Pagepix) AN independent business in Clacton has warned others about thefts. Little Uns at Clacton Shopping Village has been targeted by thieves, according to the shop’s owner, with the latest incident taking place over the weekend. The baby and toddler retailer has shared a word of advice to fellow business owners.
Nigel Farage Column: It was a 'privilege' to honour the Falkland heroes in Clacton

1 week ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Nigel Farage

Lasting 74 days, it was the first military conflict since the Second World War that utilised all elements of the Armed Forces and concluded with the successful liberation of the islands following the Argentinian invasion. Some 225 British servicemen, three islanders and 649 Argentinian personnel were killed during the ten-week conflict.
All you need to know on rabies including how to spot the symptoms

1 week ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Carlo Simone

Rabies is a dangerous infection that people need to be aware of (Image: Getty Images) Rabies is a rare and serious infection that affects the brain and the nervous system, so it is important to be aware of information about it. Human cases of rabies are very rare in the UK, but it poses a risk to travellers visiting regions where the disease remains prevalent. While the risk is still small, rabies is more common in parts of Asia, Africa, Central America and South America.
One arrested as police uncover large-scale cannabis farm in Essex town

1 week ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Natalie Hensel

2 1/1 Officers discovered nearly 1,000 cannabis plants during a raid in Brightlingsea this morning. Essex Police executed a warrant in Church Road today, where officers came across a considerable number of cannabis plants. According to the police, approximately 750 to 1,000 plants were “spread across several rooms”. A man who was found at the address was arrested and is currently in police custody.
Councillor welcomes new electric vehicle charging points in Clacton

1 week ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Natalie Hensel

The facility offers six charging points ranging from 22kw to 160kw to help reduce the reliance on petrol and diesel vehicles. Tendring Council environment boss Adrian Smith said: “We’re pleased to welcome the new electric vehicle chargers in St Osyth Road, Clacton. “As a coastal district, we understand the effects of climate change, and we’re committed to leading the way on carbon reduction and championing our local environment.
Blueprints for supported living units in Clacton submitted

1 week ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Natalie Hensel

Since then, the bungalows have been built, and the developers have now submitted amended plans, drastically reducing the number of supported living units for elderly residents in need of care and support to just 15. In a planning statement, developer TNH Properties said: “Each tenant will receive tailored personal care plans developed to meet individual needs. “On-site staff accommodation is provided to support continuous care provision.
Air ambulance stranded on Essex beach after technical difficulties

1 week ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Séamus O'Hanlon

Repair - The Anglia Two, or H145 helicopter, has been stranded on Jaywick Beach since Sunday morning (Image: Submitted/EAAA) AN air ambulance has been stranded on Jaywick Beach for two days while repairs are being undertaken. The East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) landed on Jaywick Beach on Sunday morning and as of Tuesday 5pm, the helicopter is still on the beach. On the EAAA website, the June 15 incident in Clacton is listed with the label being for a "cardiac arrest.
'Something needs to change' - residents fear decline of town centre as bank shuts

1 week ago | clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk | Natalie Hensel

Clacton’s branch is one of more than 90 branches to shut. Santander has blamed changes in customer behaviour for the decision. The company is introducing “Work Cafes” to replace some branches, but it is understood there will not be one coming to Clacton. A Santander UK spokesman said: “As customer behaviour changes, we are ensuring that our branches remain fit for the future.