PLANS have been submitted for a new £2 million project designed to improve a coastal community following a consultation with residents.

Paul Wendholt, who until the end of October ran Grain with business partner Jordan Sidwell, has opened the doors on new restaurant Kintsu.

A WELL-respected couple are set to retire after nearly four decades of helping residents in the village post office.

A business leader has said he is confident the M&S store in Colchester High Street will stay open, despite the firm announcing more cuts.

Residents of Shrub End have signed a petition calling for action to sort the decaying state of the roads in their part of Colchester.

A FORMER Colchester United footballer was racially abused by a homeless woman before kicking over her begging cup and covering her in water in retaliation.

A SUPERSTAR slimmer for whom food has always been her “worst enemy” is now living a healthier lifestyle after making drastic changes to lose weight.

A Ferrari California formerly owned by actor Hugh Grant has gone on sale.

A HIKER who is aiming to become the first woman to walk around the British and Irish coastlines has praised north Essex’s magical coastline.

White Label Detroit Pizza is opening a new pop-up shop at The Prettygate pub in Colchester - just in time for the Bank Holiday.

The new Conservative leader of Colchester Council has set out the priorities for the new administration after taking power.

THE founder of an anti-racism movement launched to combat discrimination in rural areas has said more work needs to be done.

The progressive alliance failed in a last ditch bid to stop the Conservatives taking over control of Colchester Council.

A PEDESTRIAN suffered a 'potentially serious' injury after being involved in a collision with a car.

Johnny Southgate, of Colchester, has been jailed after a serious assault on a man in the town, after which he attacked kebab shop staff.

A PARANOID schizophrenic has been handed a four year jail sentence after going into a stranger’s home and exposing himself.

A ROAD is currently blocked following an accident.

A MAN has been arrested in connection with an investigation into the discovery of human remains in a river.

BOSSES at Stansted Airport have won their battle to to boost passenger numbers to 43 million a year.

POLICE officers have seized imitations firearms and drugs from an address in Colchester.

A MAN has been arrested in connection with running a drugs line into Colchester.

A POPULAR attraction is finally reopening.

Colchester Council's new Conservative led administration is set to take power today, backed by the Highwoods Independents.

Colchester's newest restaurant Kintsu, from the owner of former favourite Grain, opens for the first time on Wednesday.

The family of Colchester residents John Dolamore have paid tribute to the great-grandfather after his death aged 88.

Column: Lucy Weaver reveals a plan to attract more visitors to a popular public garden

HEDGEHOGS are like buses, for Gazette Camera Club member Andy Matthias. You wait ages for one – and then two come along at the same time.

A Copford pensioner who had hundreds of guns firearms “strewn” across his homes for about half a century has appeared in court.

A GANG of bottle throwing thugs “armed with knives” sparked chaos as a huge brawl broke out on a high street, leaving residents frightened and shocked.

An Essex mum diagnosed with long Covid says the illness has had a “tragic effect” on her family’s life.

THE reputation of the BBC has been “badly tarnished” following an inquiry into the Panorama interview with Diana, Princess of Wales, John Whittingdale has said.

I am writing in support of the excellent letter from Councillor Mark Goacher concerning the Alumno development (Gazette, May 17, “New Cabinet must reject flats plans”).

A PERSONAL trainer plans to summon all his “grit and willpower” to complete ten triathlons in as many days and raise money for a charity close to his heart.

A POPULAR car manufacturer is opening a new £4million state-of-the-art centre.

YOUNG explorers are preparing for an overnight expedition by embarking on practice hikes throughout north east Essex.

Doctors are being urged to watch out for signs of stroke in people receiving the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine after three young patients were admitted to hospital and one died.

Marks & Spencer is set to close more stores after seeing a slump in profits due to the impact of Covid lockdowns.

A SIDE-SPLITTING international comedian will bring the laughs when he performs in a seaside town’s famous theatre.

AN ex-heroin addict who weaned herself off Class A drugs while in prison for robbery will not face further jail time despite admitting to two burglaries and a host of driving offences.

A WOMAN who relies on her dog to give her full independence praised a “fantastic” pooch trainer who has helped her to find life-changing confidence.

The Duke and Duchess made global headlines in March when they took part in an exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey.

Boris Johnson’s former aide was giving evidence to the Commons health and science committees.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock praised the “phenomenal pace” of the vaccination programme.

Marks & Spencer is set to close 30 more stores due to slumping to a £201m loss during the past year.

The product was sold on online retail sites including Amazon, eBay and AliExpress.

Holidaymakers have been urged to only travel to countries on the green list, which currently includes 12 destinations.

SCHOOL bosses say they have been left feeling disappointed after teachers decided to strike in protest of a proposed restructure.

TEACHERS started a three-day long strike in protest of a proposed staff shake-up and potential job cuts.

EVERYONE from teachers and support staff to parents and students came together in solidarity to protest against the way a trust is running their school.

Designs of the 9,000 home new town on the Colchester Tendring border will be used by the Government to shape future developments.