In this week's Standard: Campaigners call for a zebra crossing on a "dangerous" road, tributes are paid to midwife Tracy, and £950,000 haul of cocaine is found at Harwich International Port.
Children raise awareness after 800-year-old oak tree is set alight, fundraisers need volunteers for eight-hour charity fitness fiesta, and driver hits out after £300 repair bill from a pothole.
In pictures: Ale festival to celebrate pub's birthday, and youngsters get sporting tips during half term activity sessions.
Plus all the latest news, sport and entertainment.
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