A DEVESTATED couple have been left heartbroken after their dream plan to tie the knot was among a raft of last-minute cancellations at a hotel closed under mysterious circumstances.

STARS including Africa Express, Fabio and Grooverider and the Outlook Orchestra are amongst the names that are set to headline at a new music festival in Southend.

The big screen is to come to Colchester next week...

AN inspirational barber has been recognised for his big-hearted efforts after scooping a prestigious national award.

It is feared vacant buildings will be targeted by criminals

He has been banned from driving

It has a 30mph limit

The case was before the courts

It will open on Friday

The retailer quietly made the policy change in the small print of its app and website.

Those eligible will be paid automatically, so they do not need to apply and payments may appear in accounts as “DWP Cost of Living”.

A POLICE officer has vowed to bring suspected murderers to justice after establishing the identity of man whose skeleton was unearthed more than three years ago.

An investigation is to follow

He has been banned from driving

A HEARTBROKEN family of a man whose skeleton was found at a former scrapyard say they are struggling to deal with “the grief and guilt” following his identification.

He was critically injured in France when the dive went tragically wrong

COLCHESTER MP Will Quince will be backing former Chancellor Rishi Sunak in the Conservative leadership contest.

The UK is set to swelter in soaring temperatures and "tropical" nights as the heatwave grips early next week, forecasters are warning.

Four people have been taken unwell

AS the race to find the new Conservative leader and future Prime Minister continues, some Essex MPs have already revealed who they will be backing.

Dangerous cannabis edibles disguised as sweets are increasingly being offered to young people across Essex, police say.

Officers spotted 'suspicious' behaviour

The remains were found by a site worker at a scrapyard

AXE throwing operator Game of Throwing has thrown open the doors of a new venue in Colchester.

An event for all family members

This week's Camera Club showcases the best in nature, as people get out and about in their gardens and local areas.

AMAZING young people displaying determination, enthusiasm and a passion for their community were celebrated at the Tendring Youth Awards.

WEDDING blessings were held in an ancient chapel to mark the 296-year history of iconic almshouses in Colchester.

Sir Bob produced a video which was played at the AGM last week

FIREFIGHTERS have issued a warning after a kitchen hob was accidentally switched on and caused a kitchen fire.

He mocked one victim for having a deceased mother

The service has been rated as requires improvement

The couple have been left devastated

A VULNERABLE cancer-sufferer was left to kill rats infesting his bungalow thanks to “inaction” by his landlord, his carer has claimed.

The retailer quietly made the policy change in the small print of its app and website.

Included in the plan is a ban on driving cars in cities every Sunday, as well as a suggestion to cut speed limits on motorways by 6mph

The star of ITV2 reality show The Only Way Is Essex, made the announced the death of her baby on Sunday.

There are a few pets from RSPCA Essex locations who are looking for new homes

It is causing long delays

POLICE are continuing their appeal to help identify a man in connection with an assault.

Police officers dealt with an individual of concern

There is plenty for all the family to enjoy

SPORTY school students went head-to-head with their educational predecessors as part of an annual tradition, but very little could separate the two sides.

They have been praised for their heroic efforts

Police attended the scene shortly after 4.40pm

POLICE want to speak to a man in connection with a suspected breach of bail.

WITHAM’S MP has announced she will not be running for Prime Minister following Boris Johnson’s resignation.

Police received more than 2,100 calls into its control room yesterday as the force continues to see an increase in demand for help.

A TRIBUTE show celebrating the music of an iconic songwriter is set to ‘Boss’ the stage at a state-of-the-art entertainment venue.

The event will have beer, food and live music.