A SEX offender with a history of looking at indecent images of children breached an order aimed at steering him away from this offending by using several phones to browse for “obscene” pictures.

A RETIRED country singer is hoping to jump on board with a worldwide trend by releasing a sea shanty dance track to mark his 70th birthday.

The law change could be coming into place to maximise safety of journeys of disabled and visually impaired pedestrians.

A DRINK driver who was found to be twice the legal limit hit a kerb and crossed into oncoming traffic, forcing a driver to take evasive action.

A COUPLE found dead in their own home have been described as “friendly” and “nice” by neighbours left in shock by the deaths.

ESSEX residents who believe their culinary skills are worth a cash prize are being encouraged to apply for Come Dine With Me.

A PERFORMING arts group impacted by the coronavirus pandemic has been given another major boost after receiving thousands of pounds in funding.

A FARM hit hard by Covid-19 hopes plans for an 80-pitch campsite will help the businesses and provide a perfect staycation for families.

INTRODUCING our handsome hounds and super-cute cats.

The father of a man found dead in Michael Barrymore’s swimming pool 20 years ago has made a “final appeal” for witnesses after being told he has terminal cancer.

A WITNESS said people were scattered like bowling pins when a car hit them - “Like a big game of bowling... but with a car and people”, he said.

FIRESTARTERS torched a coastal village during a mindless arson spree which has left some residents living in fear.

Six stunning white storks visited Abberton Reservoir all the way from their home in Sussex on Easter Sunday.

All adults in the UK aged over 50 have now been offered a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine.

The Duke has been portrayed by Matt Smith and more recently Tobias Menzies in the show’s four seasons so far.

Although mosques will be able to welcome worshipers, there will still be changes to celebrations of Ramadan this year.

Join us today as we report live from across north Essex as gyms, non-essential retail and pubs reopen for the first time this year

Lion Walk Shopping Centre has opened its new secret garden to its first customers today with retailers reopening as lockdown restrictions ease.

Hundreds of eager shoppers have been queuing outside Primark this morning as the shop reopened for the first time in months.

Colchester Zoo has reopened for the first time in three months this morning.

Lockdown rules are easing again today to allow pub gardens and shop to reopen.

A Walton mum who falsely accused a headteacher of child abuse on Facebook has been fined.

The Imperial College London map predicts the likelihood of areas becoming Covid hotspots over the coming weeks.

A man in his 60s from Thaxted has died after a crash which saw a car leave the road in Essex Regiment Way, Little Waltham.

THE trust which runs Colchester hospital has recorded another death due to Covid, the latest official figures show.

COLCHESTER Zoo staff gave visitors a continued round of applause as they arrived into the attraction for the first time in 108 days.

TWO men have denied murdering a young father and aspiring rapper who died after he was stabbed in Greenstead, Colchester.

A Tesco worker is bringing a smile to shoppers faces with his hilarious off-script tannoy announcements.

BUSINESSES have once again reopened their doors to customers as further lockdown restrictions were lifted on Monday.

Colchester Zoo is released additional tickets for passholders due to demand - and has announced when the next raft of tickets will go on sale.

An arsonist who put four people’s lives in danger has been given an extended sentence of ten years.

Here is the latest number of Covid cases in each part of Colchester on the day lockdown restrictions are eased further.

The makers of Come Dine With Me are appealing for prospective contestants from Essex to apply for the show as they prepare to resume filming.

Costa Coffee will mark a special anniversary by offering customers in Essex  hot-drinks for just 50p.

Trains have been cancelled and delayed after a fire was reported close to the railway line in Colchester.

THE installation of a big wheel which will give seasiders the ability to marvel at Tendring’s stunning coastline from above is finally underway.

Colchester Camra has produced a handy list of when all the pubs in and around Colchester will be reopening after lockdown.

Detectives are investigating the deaths of two people at a house.

A PLUCKY care home worker has vowed to keep working for as long as she is fit and healthy – even though she is now older than some of the residents she helps to look after.

Colchester Community Market was formed at the start of lockdown - and has thrived into a blossoming online community.

Emmaus Colchester will be reopening two of its popular charity shops in the town this week, the charity has confirmed.

Residents of Brightlingsea took part in an Easter trail with a difference to raise money for Porridge and Pens, Ghana.

If you are planning on braving the colder weather to visit your local beer garden from today, there will be a number of rules in place.

Primark will have extended store opening hours this week initially, with stores opening for two hours extra per day on average.

The manager of the Black Buoy in Wivenhoe said Monday was an emotional day as the pub reopened after lockdown.

The landlord of The Alma in Copford has spoken of his delight after welcome back the first customers after lockdown.

WALKERS, runners and dancers are being encouraged to dress like the rainbow and take part in a fundraising event bursting with colour.

A YOUNG entrepreneur is hoping to inspire people her age to follow their dreams as she opens the doors to her own beauty studio.

A COUPLE of long-standing councillors have decided against standing in this year’s elections, for the first time in more than 20 years.

Parts of Essex have woken up to a dusting of snow as pub gardens prepare to welcome back punters after more than three months.