STANSTED Airport is marking the 30th anniversary of Her Majesty the Queen officially opening the iconic terminal building.

Colchester Council and Wivenhoe Town Council have teamed up to launch a new scheme to boost biodiversity by growing wildflower verges.

WE have a very special new arrival to tell you about in today’s Gazette.

Cineworld has confirmed when it plans to open its cinemas in the UK, including those in Essex.

BEACH hut owners will once again be able to legally bask in the joys of the seafront from next week when further coronavirus restrictions are lifted.

A MAN who sent indecent images of children under the age of ten to an undercover police officer also told her he liked them “the younger the better”.

SCHOOLS and their staff have been recognised for teaching excellence after what has been described as an “immensely challenging year”.

Here we look at some of the Colchester businesses which have closed permanently due to the impact of coronavirus.

One year on from the first national lockdown coming in - we look at the photos which show how Colchester had to adapt during the Covid pandemic.

A WITHAM teenager and two other men have denied murder after their alleged victim was stabbed twice in the heart outside a pub.

BUSINESSES across north east Essex are being challenged to turn a small financial investment into hundreds of pounds for a vital charity.

A UNIVERSITY lecturer is going on a hunger strike to protest against climate inaction alongside 100 academics around the globe.

The Prime Minister has offered his condolences to those bereaved during the coronavirus pandemic and praised the “great spirit” shown during the past year on the anniversary of the first national lockdown.

DETERMINED fundraisers in Colchester are set to carry on a charity race at home after the town's race was postponed.

STUDENTS at a secondary school are having to work from home and a "significant" number are in self-isolation after pupils tested positive for coronavirus.

A 63-year-old has been fined for breaching Covid regulations after travelling from Wolverhampton to Colchester to visit family.

A CARE home has announced it is closing its doors for good, sparking concerns over adult social care spaces in the area.

TGI Fridays has put forward to open a new restaurant in an Essex town centre – almost 18 months after plans for the venue initially surfaced.

AN urgent plea for information has been issued after thugs wielding hammers and a machete carried out what has been described as an horrific robbery.

A COLCHESTER family needs to raise £1.7 million for life-changing treatment for their son who was born with a rare disease.

ORGANISERS have decided to cancel a winter event due to Covid restrictions- even though it is only March.

A DRUG runner has been found guilty of murder after a much-loved father was stabbed in a dispute over his brother’s debt.

AN inspired school girl adorably paid tribute to frontline heroes including her mum and nan by dressing up as a care worker for a fundraising day.

Colchester's newest takeaway The Flag Burger has announced when it is opening.

As a precautionary measure, the MHRA is advising those experiencing specific side effects following the vaccine to seek medical attention.

THUGS wielding hammers and a machete robbed a man in Colchester.

THE places in Colchester worst hit by the coronavirus pandemic have been revealed in the first annual toll of the virus.

SEVERAL fire crews were called out after a bus was gutted by a raging fire.

ROTARIANS joined forces with anti-litter campaigners to clear waste - including a car wheel - thrown into bushes and trees in Walton.

A woman has been fined for organising a party for nine guests at an address in Colchester.

A man has died after being hit by a train near to Kelvedon Station, British Transport Police have confirmed.

TRAIN passengers are being urged to check their journeys in advance as Network Rail plans to carry out major upgrades over Easter.

COLCHESTER securing £19.2million as part of the Government’s Town’s Fund is truly fantastic news.

YOUNGSTERS have been taking a trip back in time and learning about their school’s history.

The duchess said that she and Harry had a secret ceremony with the Archbishop of Canterbury in their “backyard” three days before their royal wedding.

POLICE have seized 83 dogs believed to be stolen following a raid.

A COASTGUARD team were deployed to near Dedham after reports of multiple distress flares being sighted.

Here are some of the insurance myths that prevent homeowners from getting cover.

ENTERTAINMENT industry workers will be organising "one of the first" music festivals in the country after lockdown to help them bounce back from Covid-19.

The UK’s leading pet emergency service is expecting a 50 per-cent surge in calls this Easter from owners whose pets have been poisoned by chocolate.

A DRIVER was found hiding in the rear of a van, which was being run by red diesel, by police.

A new US research study has found the Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid vaccine is 100 per cent effective at preventing severe disease.

A COLCHESTER band have praised the town’s “fantastic” music scene ahead of the release of their latest EP.

LIFELONG Colchester United supporter Nick Hazell is proud to share these special pictures of a very special football team - Colchester Athletic.

The National Trust Essex has issued a warning after reports ducks were being taken from Bourne Mill in Colchester.

The Money Saving Expert founder shared the advice ahead of the end of the tax year in April.

Mario Falcone has said he credits his sister Giovanna Fletcher with saving his life when he struggled with depression and attempted to take his own life.

Danny Clayton has been banned from Colchester for two years after repeatedly breaching a non-molestation order.

PEOPLE working from home are to get a boost as more than 8,000 homes and businesses in Colchester are set to benefit from speedy new internet.

Asda has been urged to "rethink" its revamp of the click and collect facility at its Colchester store with residents and a councillor objecting.