Reader letter on car sharing and Colchester

Do you remember any of these nightclubs?

EVERY day Colchester Magistrates’ Court hears a variety of crimes.

WITH the cost of living rising across the UK, many Brits will be hoping to grab a bargain or make some extra money from a car boot sale.

PLANS to develop Fingringhoe Ranges for military operations have taken another step forward.

The hero was one of the first Allied troops to land on D-Day

The last commercial ferry stopped in 1968

TWO roads in Colchester are set to get temporary 30mph speed limits.

Disciplining children with a smack is illegal in Scotland and Wales

A PUB set to open for the first time since 2013 has released a series of pictures detailing its dramatic revamp.

People across Colchester will head to the polls

During the decade it was a time of big change for the town centre

There are a number of hostels that stand well above the rest that are still affordable to go to in the UK

We tried some ARRAN Sense of Scotland products where the sustainable soaps and handwasheds are made. Here's what we thought.

Kit out your own home cinema with one of these Sony home projectors.

Essex will have a few closures affecting the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing in the early hours of the morning over the weekend

A SALON is looking forward to being “part of a bustling community” after opening in the heart of Tiptree.

CELEBRITY chef royalty paid a visit to a renowned oysterman in an exciting television show due to be released next week.

A FOOTBALL fan “cried tears of joy” after receiving a personal letter from the manager of a football club he used to cheer on with his missing dad.

MULTIPLE men have been arrested in connection with an ongoing police investigation into two attempted ATM thefts.

Police bosses say Lakeside is safe and the public should not fear going after a man was murdered inside the centre.

THE support acts for a huge summer show headlined by two of the greatest singers in the country have been announced.

POLICE have seized hundreds of pounds of cash and drugs following a drugs raid in Braintree.

A NEW dog pool has been hailed as a success as its loved by owners and their furry friends alike.

REFUGEES from across the globe had a kickabout as part of a study investigating how sports helps those forced to flee their homes.

A NEW state-of-the-art laundrette which has been built inside an empty warehouse unit is going from “strength to strength”, according to its proud owner.

FRESH plans have been submitted for a commercial building which will be used to manufacture mobile clinical healthcare service units.

A SUPERMARKET has issued an apology after customers have reported being charged twice for their shopping.

PLANS for a takeaway restaurant to be built in a shop have been withdrawn.

A PUPPY who became trapped under a bridge after taking a dip in a pond was safely returned to her owners after being rescued by firefighters.

A NEW beach hut could be built in a picturesque island location under new plans.

The episode shows how character Jean Slater arrives on the seafront

A MUSICIAN has shared what it’s been like to be chosen as UK’s entry for Eurovision, with just two weeks to go until the final.

Southend appeared in EastEnders last night on BBC One after days of filming on the seafront last month.

A NORTH Essex MP who has been banned from Russia says he has been warning people about the country ever since a “toxic” visit 13 years ago.

A CREATIVE artist has had his incredible work recognised by a famous actor.

A VETERAN councillor says the town “won’t get rid of me that quickly” after being left heavily bleeding by a dog bite while canvassing.

A FAMILY friendly dog festival is set to raise money for a rescue charity as well as life-saving kit.

A SERIAL thief has been ordered to repay every item she stole from a shop… at a cost of almost £1,000.

THERE IS an air of anticipation as a much-loved restaurant prepares to launch celebrations for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

A HEARTBROKEN widower has vowed to fight for justice after his wife’s body was taken by a funeral director without his permission.

If the trial is successful, the sustainable packaging will be rolled out to its Whopper range across the UK.

Consumer champion Martin Lewis has issued a warning to anyone who is paid the National Living wage.

Here's a selection of Downton Abbey inspired experiences from Buyagift.

'You are what you eat' is a cliche for a reason. Here are 6 foods that will boost your mood from Muscle Food.

Check out this incredible inflatable water slide from Aldi.

See the best deals on toys and games available in PoundToy's Spring Clearance sale.

- Road closed after an accident involving a car and motorcycle

Police have tonight launched a murder investigation after a man died following a serious assault.

FIREFIGHTERS are advising residents not to cook while tired after a man was rescued during a kitchen fire in Colchester earlier today.