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Mon, 23 May 2022 09:22:23 +0100
'Welcome to Luton' sign panics passengers landing at Gatwick Airport
PASSENGERS were left feeling panicked after spotting a “Welcome to Luton” sign as they flew into Gatwick Airport.

Mon, 23 May 2022 08:57:30 +0100
Essex woman could lose both legs over gnat bite
She has a rare condition caused by a gnat bite shed suffered almost 13 years ago.

Mon, 23 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Ofsted: Kingswode Hoe School, Colchester, rated good
Inspectors were impressed during the visits

Mon, 23 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Colchester mum wins fight to get son into special school
It has taken almost a year for Stacey McShane to secure her son a place at a special needs school.

Mon, 23 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Colchester's new mayor set to be sworn in at Town Hall
He is set to be sworn in this week

Mon, 23 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Colchester mum's plea for more special needs school places
She has been unable to find him a place

Mon, 23 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Colchester United issues plea for support on car woes
It has advised concerned residents to film car enthusiasts

Mon, 23 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Clacton drink driver downed pints of lager before killing woman
A “SELFISH” drink driver spent an afternoon driving between pubs and downing pints of lager before killing a young woman in a head-on crash.

Mon, 23 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Girl embarks on Mersea Island walk in memory of headteacher
She honoured her memory with the walk

Mon, 23 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Gazette readers divided over need for fourth coronavirus vaccine
The roll-out of a fourth coronavirus vaccination started in April

Mon, 23 May 2022 09:51:57 +0100
QHotels has a special savings just for the Platinum Jubilee
Take a weekend break and save some hard-earned money at QHotels.

Mon, 23 May 2022 09:50:56 +0100
Royal Mint releases commemorative £5 for Prince William's 40th birthday
The £5 coin has been unveiled ahead of his birthday next month.

Mon, 23 May 2022 09:48:35 +0100
Upgrade your garden ahead of the Chelsea Flower Show with Aldi, B&Q, The Range and more
Here's a round up of plants, planters and more that you can use to upgrade your garden ahead of the Chelsea Flower Show.

Mon, 23 May 2022 09:40:52 +0100
Queen's Platinum Jubilee: Sky News reveals its TV schedule for the celebrations
Sky News has revealed its TV schedule for the weekend of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Mon, 23 May 2022 09:14:18 +0100
Cost of living: £150 council tax rebate boosted by £40 for some areas
The money may help the lowest-earning households manage rising bills during the cost of living crisis.

Mon, 23 May 2022 09:13:28 +0100
Monkeypox: New guidance released as close contacts isolate for 3 weeks
Updated figures for the weekend will be given today, Monday May 23.

Mon, 23 May 2022 09:11:52 +0100
Asda’s TikTok famous ‘moon chair’ is back in stock now
Fans of the TikTok viral ‘moon chair’ can once again find the product back in stock in Asda stores.

Sun, 22 May 2022 21:25:59 +0100
Essex mother and son appear on Channel 4 show Hunted
The pair must evade capture for 23 days

Sun, 22 May 2022 16:18:57 +0100
Clacton assault sees man arrested on suspicion of GBH
Police are currently dealing with the incident

Sun, 22 May 2022 15:35:48 +0100
Colchester Half Marathon returns as thousands take part
It was the first Colchester Half Marathon since 2019

Sun, 22 May 2022 11:08:06 +0100
Essex dominatrix on how she makes £12,000 a month
The mum-of-one says she rakes in around £12k a month

Sun, 22 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Colchester Hospital nurse launches The BIG Sing choir in town
A FRONTLINE worker who found solace in singing during the coronavirus crisis says "a dream is coming true" after launching her own choir.

Sun, 22 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
'Putting cables through East Anglian countryside not right approach'
WHILST having some sympathy with National Grid which is forced to cope with the results of the Government’s net zero policy, a long line of 50m high pylons through the East Anglian countryside cannot be the right approach.

Sun, 22 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
M25 roadworks to hit Essex commuters in autumn
There could be more traffic disruption for commuters in the autumn...

Sun, 22 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Death notices published in the Colchester Gazette this week
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Sun, 22 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
The Essex beaches awarded Blue Flags in 2022
THERE is never a shortage of stunning beaches when it comes to Essex.

Sun, 22 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Meet Colchester's newest police officer with big dreams
POLICING had always been in the back of Alexandra Lynch’s mind, she had just never been confident enough to take the plunge.

Sun, 22 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Colchester musician delighted with positive reviews of debut album
AN experimental musician who released his debut solo album says he is delighted with how it has been received.

Sun, 22 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Youth spotted driving car across children's play area in Brantham
A RECKLESS young motorist was caught on camera as he drove across a children’s play area.

Sun, 22 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Colchester nursery Oaklea Montessori St John's rated 'good' by Ofsted
A NURSERY run by a "passionate" manager has been celebrated by an Ofsted inspector.

Sun, 22 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Colchester: The incidents where cars were seized by police
POLICE officers keep an eye on the roads up and down north Essex in a bid to tackle crime.

Sun, 22 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Stebbing Hall listed on property market for £3.85million
A HUGE countryside mansion worth almost £4million has hit the market.

Sun, 22 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Aldi's Jubilee inspired beauty range is available to pre-order today
Aldi has a Jubilee inspired beauty range and it's available for pre-order today.

Sun, 22 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Cost of living: 5 spring cleaning musts that could save you almost £2,500
Here are some top tips to save you money

Sun, 22 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday, May 22
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, May 22.

Sat, 21 May 2022 18:36:28 +0100
Colchester assault sees man arrested on suspicion of GBH
A MAN, in his 30s, has been arrested on suspicion of GBH after an assault in Colchester.

Sat, 21 May 2022 18:45:27 +0100
Police investigate disturbance in Colchester
The incident was reported to police

Sat, 21 May 2022 15:46:27 +0100
Police probe into attempted burglaries in Highwoods
POLICE are looking to locate a man in connection with two attempted burglaries in Colchester.

Sat, 21 May 2022 14:42:29 +0100
Essex Police have total of 16 firearms surrendered
MORE than 15 firearms have been surrendered in the first week of a national gun campaign.

Sat, 21 May 2022 10:14:01 +0100
Pair wanted in connection with incident in Colchester town
Police were originally looking for three men

Sat, 21 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Fundraisers lace their trainers to boost Colchester charities
RUNNERS laced their trainers to raise vital funds for Colchester charities.

Sat, 21 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
LETTER: 'Walton foodbank is here to help, not to judge'
Anxiety about the cost of living crisis was the main theme at Walton Foodbanks’ annual general meeting on May 10 at the Martello Parish Church Hall, where it was revealed that financial donations were lower compared to last year while fuel and food...

Sat, 21 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
All you need to know about tomorrow's Colchester Half Marathon
ORGANISERS are expecting more than 3,000 participants at this year's Colchester Half Marathon.

Sat, 21 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Colchester: Child sex abuse victim speaks as abuser's jailed
AS Derek Lloyd Whellams was escorted out of Chelmsford Crown Court by prison officers, his victim felt the weight of the world lifted from his shoulders.

Sat, 21 May 2022 08:31:29 +0100
Police arrest man at Essex address on suspicion of terrorism offences
A TEENAGER is being questioned by the police after being arrested in Essex on suspicion of terrorism offences.

Sat, 21 May 2022 08:14:59 +0100
Chelmsford stabbing leaves man in hospital with weapon missing
A MAN in his 30s is in hospital after being stabbed with the weapon still missing.

Sat, 21 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Colchester's Best Days Vintage' launch vinyl venture
THE owners of an independent business specialising in retro clothing have said they “believe in the power of records” after launching their new vinyl venture.

Sat, 21 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Halstead road shutting for more than two months
n LONG delays are expected for drivers as a road is set to close for more than two months.

Sat, 21 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Colchester: The bad neighbours kicked out of properties
AT some point in our lives we may encounter a troublesome neighbour. But, if the issue escalates, it could become a council matter.

Sat, 21 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Emergency services called out to range of incidents in May
Here is a round-up of the incidents which have had the fire and rescue services called out to save the day.



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