AFTER 50 years of dedication to hospitality, a restaurateur is stepping back from full time catering but not quite cutting the apron strings completely.

A FESTIVAL is coming back to showcase leading performers in a variety of fields.

HUNDREDS of people packed out a charity ball helping to raise thousands of pounds for young people with cancer.

Choosing a venue for Mother's Day may seem a tricky task at first, but there are a few places to help you whittle the options down.

A PRE-SCHOOL where children giggle as they are encouraged to create their own stories has been hailed by Ofsted in a glowing report.

Watching machinery freshly painting the car park lines is certainly a satisfying watch

A WOMAN has spoken of her astonishing eight-day journey to escape the advancing Russian army in Ukraine.

MORE than a dozen acts brought a dazzling mix of entertainment along Brightlingsea’s waterfront.

HARD-WORKING pupils have embarked on a giant fundraising challenge in a bid to purchase new play equipment.

Criminal courts sitting at Chelmsford and Ipswich have already dealt with several serious cases this month.

Colchester United player ratings after Scunthorpe United win

THIS MONTH marks the fifth anniversary of a landmark in coffee history, when Europe’s largest coffee roastery opened in Basildon.

Here are some of the best steakhouses in Colchester according to Tripadvisor reviews.

The A134 has been blocked in both directions after a collision near Colchester.

The A12 is blocked with due to an accident leading to queuing traffic.

MOTORISTS should be aware of traffic building up after an accident this morning. The A12 has been partially blocked after the incident took place near Brentwood. The crash happened between the M25 junction 28 at the Brentwood and Brook Street roundab...

Colchester United ran out 3-1 winners at Scunthorpe United

Colchester United recover to beat ten-man Scunthorpe United

Colchester United take on Scunthorpe United in League Two

A PENSIONER has been taken to hospital with “potentially serious injuries” after being hit by a car on a high street.

A PERSON has been arrested on suspicion of drink-driving following a crash on the A12 this morning.

WITNESSEING the birth of a new-born animal is perhaps one of the most life-affirming and awe-inspiring experiences anyone can ever experience.

ALL schools strive to be the best, and the way to typically measure this is through Ofsted reports.

AS events have begun to return as normal this year, some big name acts have announced they are coming to Colchester.

HUNDREDS of beer buffs steamed into Chappel as a winter beer festival returned to the East Anglian Railway Museum.

Here is a round-up of cases which have been heard in court in Essex in the last few weeks.

ENJOYING a hearty drink or beer garden as summer arrives is one of the perks of the warmer months.

AN iconic pier and its famous bowling alley is set to be the subject of a new book.

Colchester United visit Scunthorpe United in League Two

ROADS in Essex are some of the most dangerous to drive on in the snow, according to a report carried out by motoring experts.

MOSS Sylvia Marion (née Swaine)

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking about your dream house?

Colchester United's under-23s drew with Hull City

Sir Rod Stewart has repaired potholes near his home in Essex since no-one else could be “bothered to do it”.

Cameron Coxe has started Colchester United's last four matches

A MAN accused of attempting to rape a girl aged under 13 has been cleared of all charges following a trial.

A VICAR and a shop volunteer are leading a drive to get aid to the Ukraine.

OUR Apprentice hopeful Brittany Carter is into the final four contestants in this year’s show.

TUCKED away in many people’s garages lie old tools, worktops and paint pots… but what about an aeroplane cockpit?

A PROPERTY listing was flipped on its head in a publicity stunt for a resort's newest attraction.

A GANG of teenagers inflicting misery on residents both young and old have been warned their reign of terror will be brought to an end, as police vow to take action.

As a self-confessed chocaholic, Aldi's new Easter egg range for 2022 had a lot to live up to.

Colchester United are hoping to have players available again for their game at Scunthorpe United

A MAN has been banned from the roads after being found driving in Harwich while disqualified.

The Colchester United youngster was elevated to the club's matchday 18

A GOLF range is undergoing a major renovation as bosses hope to introduce the newest technology to the club.

A housing developer has taken steps to help protect a species of bird whose numbers are in steep decline.

Colchester United aiming to preserve their Football League status

POLICE have confirmed the closure of the A134 on Thursday evening came after a man fell from height.

A STUNNING programme has been unveiled for this month’s Illuminate Festival in historic Harwich.