Colchester United take on Oldham Athletic this weekend

Colchester United still hoping to add striker ahead of transfer deadline

POLICE are investigating reports of a serious assault in Colchester town centre.

A GRATEFUL contractor is set to jump out of a plane to thank a charity for its vital support throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

A FRONTLINE worker is preparing to tackle a gruelling road race in aid of a hospice charity after seeing first-hand the demand for end-of-life care services.

A TEAM of residents and councillors fed-up with a neglected and pothole-ridden road have taken it upon themselves to carry out repairs.

A DEALER found with a phone which sent out 6,500 drug marketing texts in two months went through a personality change after he was stabbed in the head, a court heard.

Colchester town centre could soon have a new secure cycle park, if a planning application is approved.

JUDE Edwards entered the world by being rushed down the A12 from Harwich to Chelsea – a journey which would save his life.

A HEROIC doctor gave first aid to a man in the back of a cab after he arrived at hospital with a life-threatening stab wound pouring with blood.

TENDRING’S Sunshine Coast has been named as one of the top spots for safe family staycations this summer.

Members of the public have hit out at the University of Essex's decision to shut two of the squash courts at its sports centre.

Colchester United have signed Charlie Daniels on a one-year deal

Former Colchester United player and coach has new role

AN EXCITING shop has finally opened after six-months of development.

ART lovers have been flocking to get a glimpse of what is believed to be the work of world-renowned artist Banksy.

THE founder of a military support group has said the morale of veterans in north Essex is “on the floor” after the US pulled out of Afghanistan and the Taliban seized control.

A new mural depicting basketball hero Michael Jordan has been created by a talented artist at a busy park in Monkwick.

HANDWRITTEN letters warning people against having a coronavirus vaccine have been sent anonymously to residents.

The man arrested on suspicion of the murder of Stuart Lubbock at the home of Michael Barrymore has been released without charge.

A TEENAGER has been arrested following a serious incident in which a man suffered stab wounds before being taken to hospital.

AN air ambulance has landed in Manningtree following an incident in the town.

A girl from south Essex who was part of a group of teenagers who cheekily pinched Matt Hancock’s cap has told him he can have it back.

A GALLERY has announced a new rural-feeling exhibition which will feature artworks designed to inspire more people to consume local produce.

A SERIOUSLY injured man had to be rushed to hospital after reportedly being stabbed in the chest.

These are the roads in Rowhedge where a new 20mph speed limit is set to be introduced.

A TEAM of workers from a variety of agencies patrolled the streets with a view of tackling any issues and concerns raised by residents.

A NUMBER of pop-up coronavirus testing sites will give residents and families the opportunity to put their minds at ease this weekend.

Here are the latest Covid infection rates for each part of Colchester.

Jupiter set to mesmerize stargazers in the UK tonight.

Colchester MP Will Quince has spoken out on the situation in Afghanistan, saying he is proud of the town's troops efforts to evacuate the country.

A VACCINE bus is now touring Essex to make it as easy as possible for patients to get their jab, and the first stop is a popular shopping centre.

Forecasters appear to have all-but ruled out any prospect of Essex having another heatwave this summer.

TENDRING’’S Sunshine Coast has been named as one of the top spots for safe family staycations this summer.

A COUNCIL has been shortlisted for two awards recognising the best and most innovative councils in the country.

A CARE home which was placed in special measures after inspectors identified a series of shortcomings has now closed down due to "financial difficulties."

Private firm 15 Minute Covid Test is now offering coronavirus tests from Colchester's old Post Office, in North Hill.

A GLIDING club was treated to a celebrity visit with a Love Island star taking to the skies over north Essex.

Ipswich Crown Court heard more than 1,000 cannabis plants were being grown at an old Colchester care home as part of a “sophisticated” set up.

AN area of outstanding natural beauty is to thrive thanks to a grant worth tens of thousands of pounds which will benefit its conservation.

Tributes have been paid to a Colchester 21-year-old who passed away this week after contracting Covid.

COLOURFUL creatures from the deep are continuing to make a splash in north Essex.

The suggestion, which appears in a Department for Education document, has been branded “total fudge” by a union.

The mighty gas giant planet will appear to the naked eye as “a bright star, though it won’t twinkle like the stars”, because it will be at “opposition”.

The move aims to ensure that public service broadcasters, such as the BBC, ITV and Channel 4, always have a space on the Freeview platform.

A CAR has become the third vehicle to be torched within three weeks following another “disturbing” incident.

Residents have been fined for driving through the bus gate in Maldon Road in Colchester - despite the fact it was suspended during a roadworks scheme.

BRAZEN thieves armed with baseball bats waved at security cameras as they stole another catalytic converter from a car dealership.

Why Craig Donald and his 13-year-old son Jayden made the trip from Perth in Scotland to watch their beloved U's

A driver crashed after swerving to avoid a deer in the road in Great Leighs on Wednesday.