This is how much Essex Police seized in cash and assets from criminals in the county last year.

THIS slice of nostalgia has come courtesy of former Colchestrian Michael Bennett, who now lives in New Zealand.

Summer may be coming to a close, but the weather over the past week has still been mild enough for people to get out and about at various events.

RESIDENTS are being invited to help shape a new community centre which will serve residents in the north of Colchester.

INVESTIGATORS who brought a £2 million cocaine smuggler to justice said the haul of drugs would have caused "serious harm" on the streets of the UK.

Peter Ramsey, also knows as Pip, is walking thousands of steps in September to raise money for charity Colostomy UK.

Captain Simon Mander, who serves in the Royal Logistics Corps, is to complete a fundraising march in memory of his late brother.

Brightlingsea Leisure Village has been purchased by Countrywide Park Homes and Luxury Lodges for an undisclosed amount.

These are all the death notices published in the Colchester Gazette newspaper this week.

These are 12 of the most famous bands a musicians which you should, but might not, know hail from Essex.

Here is everything you need to know about Colchester's new weekly Sunday car boot sale, which takes place at Colchester Park and Ride.

A NEW luxury jewellery store will open in Colchester High Street after plans were approved.

These are the seven pubs in Essex which are in need of a new landlord - and more details about how you can take them on.

Colchester United assistant manager Alex Dyer on Crawley Town defeat

Driving in Maldon today? Here's how you can get your car washed and raise vital funds for charity.

Here are the ten cheapest places to fill up on petrol across Colchester and the surrounding areas this week.

We take at how almshouses are still offering a safe haven to residents of Colchester, centuries on from when they were first created.

OWNERS of West Mersea’s famous beach huts claim they’re being forced out by a holiday park firm.

Almost a third of serious offenders in Essex in 2020 were career criminals, new figures have revealed.

Helping the homeless survive on the street is an act of kindness the Beacon House in Colchester has been doing for 25 years.

Stepping Stones Play and Learn Group, a nursery for children with additional needs, is celebrating its 30th birthday.

Here is the latest list of upcoming roadworks set to cause disruption on major routes across north Essex.

A DRUNK man found slumped in a barber's shop in Colchester has been hit with a fine for his unruly behaviour.

Dinosaurs will be invading Colchester Zoo this weekend - here's what we know about the exciting new event.

These are the five best fish and chip shops in Colchester, according to travel website Tripadvisor.

Fast-food giant McDonald’s is always a popular destination for anyone wanting a quick and tasty bite to eat.

A MARTIAL arts team fought their way to victory after competing in what is arguably the country’s most prestigious tournament.

Colchester United host Crawley Town in League Two tomorrow

A DESERTED town centre building previously occupied by a banking branch has fetched more than half a million pounds after going under the hammer.

A COMMEMORATION service was held to honour the servicemen who served in the Second World War’s Battle of Arnhem.

A DISQUALIFIED driver who was caught behind the wheel without insurance told a court he had no knowledge of the ban and insisted he had not been made aware his policy had lapsed.

A HUMPING hound whose “abnormally horny” nature is causing serious damage to his weary willy is in desperate need of surgery.

Essex University is to provide extra support to its returning students next month by offering vaccination clinics on its various campuses.

HOME Secretary Priti Patel met Border Force teams during a visit to Dover, a day after tweeting “there is so much more to do” on issues such as “tackling illegal migration”.

THE heartbroken sisters of a young man who was the victim of a town centre stabbing have paid tribute to their "amazing" brother.

A 16-year-boy has been charged with murder in connection with the death of Harry Burkett, in Clacton.

Dozens of people have been arrested after police took swift action and shutdown demonstrations on major roads in Essex.

A WHOLE host of entertainment has been announced by the organisers of a popular festival making its return next month.

A DETERMINED team of charity trekkers are preparing to tackle a gruelling climb with a view of raising vital funds for young school children in need.

Climate protestors have reportedly returned to the M25 in Essex and have tried to block a major roundabout.

TOP world cyclists are set to pedal from Colchester to Clacton in the first international stage race for women.

A DAD who hasn’t set foot in a swimming pool for years is set to swim a mile in open water for charity.

A TOWN’S mayor has said a blanket speed limit needs to be put in place so there can be no confusion surrounding the speed motorists can drive at.

A COLOURFUL spectacle for a Hindu elephant god which has now hit a milestone anniversary returned to a seaside town.

Travelling is set to be made cheaper and more straightforward for doubled-jabbed holidaymakers under a shake-up of coronavirus rules.

Essex University has been given an overall ranking of 43rd out of the UK’s 132 universities in the most recent league tables published by the Times.

A HEARTBROKEN wife says she has been “blown away by everyone’s kindness” after her childhood sweetheart tragically died on her birthday.

A RELIEVED wife has thanked fast-thinking surgery staff for saving her husband’s life after he suffered a horrific accident while doing DIY.

POLICE say they are taking the complaints of residents seriously amid a crackdown on anti-social behaviour following reports that a village has become a hotbed for dogging.

A COLLECTION of treasured antique cars has sold at auction for almost £60,000 following the death of their passionate owner.