A PRIMARY school with “passionate” teachers has been rated Good by the education watchdog following an inspection.

AFTER being told by a neurologist he’d be in a wheelchair in just four years, Chris Freer’s life was set on a harrowing path.

Colchester Council considers hundreds of planning applications every year.

With sugar-coated mini eggs, egg hunts and trails, the Easter weekend will soon be upon us.

CHANGES are being made to parking restrictions in parts of a number of Colchester roads.

Colchester United host Oldham Athletic in relegation six pointer

These are the faces and stories of nine criminals jailed in February for carrying out a range of serious offences.

AN Essex island popular with the rich and famous is set to star in a new murder mystery novel tipped to be a bestseller.

A DELICIOUS drinks company could be the latest addition to Colchester town centre if plans are approved.

Commuters will understandably be keeping a close eye on fuel prices to make sure they’re not paying over the odds at the pump over the next few months.

Colchester United host Oldham Athletic in vital League Two basement battle

CLACTON Town Hall will be lit up in blue and yellow – the colours of the Ukrainian flag – in a show of support for the country after it was invaded by Russia.

TENDRING Technology College bosses from the Academies Enterprise Trust have said they are “determined to do better” after the school was giving a concerning Ofsted rating.

HEROIC police officers whose actions “helped avert a potential disaster” have been praised after saving a woman from a bridge.

RUSSIA’S nuclear arsenal is paralysing the international response to the invasion of Ukraine, an Essex University expert has claimed.

A DESPERATE fundraiser has been launched to raise £40,000 to get a woman battling a rare form of cancer life saving treatment.

IT was another win on the board for Essex University graduate Brittany Carter in week eight of The Apprentice.

A SEASIDE club has been featured on a BBC show focusing on important sections of communities across Britain.

A type 1 diabetic British man in Kyiv with his wife and son said he has had to start reusing his needles as the sound of explosions rings around Kyiv.

POLICE have said a man has been arrested following an incident involving armed officers in Braintree.

Colchester United striker John Akinde says fans can play a 'massive' role against Oldham Athletic

A MAN has been found guilty of barging his way into a woman’s flat before forcing himself on her.

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ARMED police have been spotted in Braintree with numerous police cars on the scene of an incident., according to witnesses.

A WOMAN had to be transferred to hospital for treatment after falling at a level crossing.

A SCHOOL has been given a damning Ofsted report nearly a year after teachers and staff went on strike in protest of a proposed restructure.

CONTROVERSIAL plans to build 600 homes as part of a new town in the north Essex countryside have finally been submitted.

LIFEBOAT stations are looking for extra shop volunteers to join its lifesaving team at Walton and Harwich.

KEEN runners are being invited to take part in a road race on behalf of a charity dedicated to fighting testicular and ovarian cancers.

AN upcoming comedian who has appeared on a revered stand-up television show is set to perform at a popular town centre venue next month.

A man is due in court in connection with a large disturbance in which a victim suffered life-changing injuries

Banter with Burns with CUSA chairman Jon Burns

OPPOSITION councillors have been left disappointed after proposed “significant” amendments to Colchester Council’s budget were refused.

A BUSY main road was closed in both directions during rush-hour by the emergency services.

AN initiative designed to give special needs students a taste of employment is continuing to grow – much like the trees being planted as part of the scheme.

PLANS have been submitted as part of a major overhaul of Walton Pier.

AN eco-activist who feared he would have to find new a home for his reclamation business says the “pressure is well and truly off” after being told he can stay put.

GAZETTE readers have urged people to be considerate to others as the legal duty to isolate after testing positive for Covid-19 was scrapped.

A MUSIC legend who has died at the age of 76 was inspired by top Essex venues and attractions on his rise to fame.

A MAN who threatened to sexually assault a police officer with a baton also made threats to shoot a hotel worker – telling her “he would be the last person she would see”.

TAKEAWAY delivery drivers in Colchester have threatened further strikes throughout this afternoon and into the evening unless their demands are met by midday.

A GYMNASTICS coach who abused his position to sexually assault two girls left families “fractured” and his victims suffering nightmarish flashbacks.

COLCHESTER’S MP says he is “appalled and alarmed” after Russian troops invaded Ukraine.

Colchester United face Oldham Athletic in a vital game on Saturday

Food Standards Agency hygiene ratings for all the Greggs in Colchester.

Mother’s Day is coming up and if you’re looking for something special to gift your mother this year, Oliver Bonas has some lovely pieces.

Morrisons is offering 25 percent off The Best wine range and three for £20 on selected bottles.

Sports Direct has revealed the UK's most popular sports, teams and athletes in a new ranking. Find out who made the list.

Aldi’s popular health and beauty brand, Lacura, has launched three amazing new bundles, available exclusively online.

A FORMER gymnastics teacher who sexually assaulted two children has been jailed.