Gazette News
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:40:57 +0100Highway code: Drivers warned to expect fines over yellow box junction rule changes
Currently, the police are responsible for issuing ‘moving traffic’ fines, except in London and Cardiff.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Have your say on Tendring joint committee draft plan
RESIDENTS and stakeholders are being reminded to have their say on a draft plan for a joint committee.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Decision made over plans for 'major' development at former animal rescue park
CONTROVERSIAL plans to build retirement homes at a former animal rescue park have been refused by planners.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Colchester dad smashes marathon inspired by autistic son
A DEDICATED dad who suffers from Crohn’s disease has raised more than £1,000 for an autistic charity while completing his own version of the London Marathon.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100Special exhibition to mark entertainer’s centenary
A SPECIAL exhibition is being lined-up to mark the centenary of one of Clacton’s most popular entertainers.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100Kirby Cross dad fundraises for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices
A KIND-HEARTED dad has faced sleet and snow during a 60-mile trek in aid of a children's charity.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100Colchester paramedic struck off for sexual assaults on colleague
A SENIOR paramedic has been struck-off after a panel ruled he touched a junior colleague’s breast, groped her buttocks and put his hand between her thighs.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100Blue plaque in Tiptree to honour creator of BBC's Mr Turnip
TIPTREE is set to see its first ever blue plaque unveiling to mark the former home of a famous puppeteer.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100M&S petition gathers pace as campaigners resist Stanway move
A campaign group is gathering momentum in its bid to save Colchester’s High Street branch of Marks and Spencer from closure.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:33:11 +0100Queen's Platinum Jubilee: Buyagift unveils 7 Royal experiences to mark the big day
Live just like a Royal with these 7 incredible luxury experiences from Buyagift.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:32:16 +0100Queen's Platinum Jubilee: Party ideas from The Range including gazebos and decorations
From gazebos, and decorations to ice bags The Range has it all.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:31:02 +0100National Pet Day: Celebrate with an experience including Kitty Cafes and pet photoshoots
Mark National Pet Day in style with these exclusive deals from Buyagift.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:02:19 +0100Tesco recall and 'do not eat'warning over biscuits which may contain metal
The supermarket is recalling its Tesco Free From digestive biscuits as they may be unsafe to eat.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:01:24 +0100Huge PS5 restock at Argos this week - how to get yours
Argos is expected to have a large number of consoles in stock over the coming days.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:01:51 +0100Kinder Surprise chocolate eggs recalled over 'link to a salmonella outbreak'
The recalled products include Kinder Surprise, Kinder Mini Eggs, Kinder Surprise 100g and Kinder Schokobons.
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 15:02:59 +0100Appeal after handbag stolen in Tiptree robbery
POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a robbery in Tiptree.
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 10:37:18 +0100Man 'serious injured' during Walton restaurant assault
POLICE are appealing for witnesses following an assault in Walton-on-the-Naze.
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100Colchester Independent Short Film Festival looking for entries
AS the dust settles on the Oscars - and all the drama therein - Colchester filmmakers’ attention now turns to this year’s Colchester Independent Short Film Festival.
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100Brightlingsea WinterFest event sings away winter blues
BRIGHTLINGSEA’S WinterFest ended on a high note with two days of live music.
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100Reader letter on cycling and driving in Colchester
Reader letter on cycling and driving in Colchester
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Colourful Colchester Parkrun sees runners don silly socks
WASHING lines all over the area will have silly socks in the mix after the weekend event to raise awareness of autism.
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Gazette readers voice opinions on cutting summer holidays to three weeks
THE government has hinted at cutting summer holidays down permanently with former secretary of state for education Gavin Williamson leading the charge last year.
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100In Memoriam - all the death notices place in the Gazette for Colchester and surrounding areas
All 20 of the death notices placed in the Gazette this week can be found here:
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100Holland-on-Sea swimmers brave icy waters for Ukraine
A GROUP of hardy swimmers braved the chilly waters of the north sea as part of a worldwide display of solidarity and love for the people of Ukraine.
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100Colchester ranked 4th best location in UK for elderly care
COLCHESTER is one of the best areas in the country for elderly care, according to a business dedicated to helping families find suitable support for their loved ones.
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100Stroll with a Patrol police events in Colchester
The one-hour walks will be a chance for members of the public to get to know their officers
Sun, 10 Apr 2022 16:22:37 +0100Forest Gate attack: Police officer slashed in machete attack
A police officer has been injured by a man with a machete in east London.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 14:16:42 +0100Updates as A12 closed following six-vehicle collision
The A12 is currently closed Londonbound at Witham. Essex Police have warned drivers it could be closed for some time. It is advised drivers find another route while work is undertaken to reopen the road.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 16:17:20 +0100A12 reopens after six-vehicle collision near Witham
ESSEX Police has confirmed the A12 has reopened following a collsion involving six vehicles earlier today (April 9).
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 15:46:34 +0100Great Totham: Two people in hospital after car overturns
TWO people have been rushed to hospital in life-threatening condition following a seroious crash which saw their car overturn.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 14:05:25 +0100More than 300 arrested during Thurrock fuel protests
POLICE say officers have made more than 300 arrests over the course of seven days following protests in the Thurrock district.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 13:52:33 +0100Data shows number of Ukrainian refugees handed visas in Essex
DATA has revealed the number of visas which have been issued to Ukrainian refugess settling in Essex.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 12:24:36 +0100Police warn of delays as A12 CLOSED after collision
POLICE are warning of major delays after closing the A12 following a collision.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 11:48:24 +0100Four times UFOs were spotted in the skies in Essex last year
POLICE reports have revealed the number of suspected UFO sightings reported to officers last year.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:14:22 +0100Brentwood police charge man with murdering Lee Murrell
A MAN has been charged with murder following the death of another man in Brentwood.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100Colchester LGBTQ+ charity on Government conversion therapy ban update
MEMBERS of the LGBTQ+ community are used to fighting for their rights.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100The list of food and drink festivals taking place in Colchester this Summer
COLCHESTER FOODIES can look forward to a Summer of entertainment, with wide range of events taking place in town this Summer. From the Medieval Festival and Oyster Fayre taking place on the 4th-5th of June, to the revered Food and Drink fest on the 2...
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100Everything we know about the Colchester Council elections
THE gloves are off, the contenders have stepped into the ring, and the fight for Colchester Town Hall is now well and truly underway.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Overnight works close Shrub End Road
Road closures in the coming weeks for works by Anglian Water, Openreach, Cadent, Gigaclear Limited, Hills Building Group and Essex County Council can be found below:
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100The best things to come out of Colchester according to our readers
FROM famous musicians and go-to watering holes to once legendary town centre shops, over the years Colchester has been the birthplace of many success stories.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Nostalgia pictures of old Colchester shops from the 80s
Here we have had a look at our archives to find these snaps from the 1980s
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Colchester drivers caught speeding named and shamed
Speeding incurs penalty points and in most cases a hefty fine too
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100Emirates airline coming back to London Stansted
A GLOBAL airline has announced it will return to an Essex airport in summer, for the first time in more than two years.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100Underage vaping in Colchester now a 'contemporary issue'
THERE was a time - and perhaps there still is - when vaping was seen as a vital tool to wean smokers off their deadly habit.
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100When will Colchester's high street M&S close?
It is part of Churchmanor Estates’s 173,000 sq ft Stane Retail Park development
Sat, 09 Apr 2022 03:00:00 +0100Where to get the best burgers in Colchester according to Tripadvisor reviews
Here is a roundup of some of the best places in Colchester to get a burger, according to TripAdvisor reviews.
Fri, 08 Apr 2022 06:39:55 +0100M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex from April 8-10
Essex will have a few closures affecting the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing in the early hours of the morning over the weekend
Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0100Halstead flats, homes and offices bid given green light
CONTROVERSIAL plans to build new homes, flats and offices on a derelict industrial site in Halstead have been given the all-clear by council planners.
Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0100Rovers Tye receives two-star rating from inspectors
A popular bar and restaurant has been handed a low ranking by the Food Standards Agency.
Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0100Wivenhoe: Loyal Gazette reader celebrates 100th birthday
LOYAL Gazette reader Elsie Wheeler is making her own news headlines today after she celebrated her 100th birthday.