It comes as part of work against rural crime

AN infectious disease which spreads among birds but can also be detrimental to the health of humans and mammals has broken-out near Colchester.

COLCHESTER clubbers and pub-goers have been told to be “aware of what you consume” as police officers issue safety advice on drink spiking.

The bridge has been out of use for two years

A SPECIAL event, initially designed for the military community is set to hit Colchester for the first time.

Shayne died of pancreatic cancer aged 51 a short while after his diagnosis.

A HEROIC rescue Rottweiler scared off a cowardly crook who was caught on camera attempting to break into parked cars.

Essex County Council is applying for funding for a solution

AN overgrown plot of land has become infested with rats “roaming like there is no tomorrow”, according to an angry resident who is living his “worst nightmare.”

A FILM festival will highlight the impact of the University of Essex's research on the shaping of Colchester.

It follows a hugely complex battle to bring him home

A major High Street chain has announced a significant change to its opening hours ahead of the Christmas period.

It was a heart warming evening for attendants at the Colchester Borough Homes AGM

They are calling time on their tenure

Money has been offered for its return

The former Home Secretary is in touch with the Government over the plan

Stansted Airport has rejected an Essex council’s offer of £1.4million to cover its legal costs for an appeal over its expansion to 43m passengers a year.

ARSONISTS carelessly torched a wheelie bin in a residential street prompting the launch of a police investigation.

A FORMER Special Forces sergeant turned television star and best-selling author will delve into his life experiences during an event in Colchester.

A former Essex Police officer has been accused of calling in sick for work and then going on a night out with her boyfriend and becoming involved in an “altercation”.

A FAST-FOOD restaurant which recently set-up shop in a seaside town is offering peckish customers a free sandwich in celebration of its grand opening.

Camera Club is back for another weekly installment, showcasing your best images of life in and around Colchester.

The patient attended hospital

The event, Silver Sunday, celebrates older people nationwide.

They had a great day

STUDENTS at an all-girls school are being encouraged to apply for a scholarship following the launch of a new programme.

THE installation of a new traffic management system has caused “chaos” on the main road to Frinton.

Primark has announced a major change to its stores which has seen some backlash on Twitter.

It was stopped in West Mersea

The motorist was well above the speed limit

LOVE Island winner Ekin-Su is set to take part in the next series of Dancing On Ice.

It is native to South America

DEPECHE Mode have announced their first new album and tour since the death of their keyboardist Andy Fletcher.

The three paramedics embarked upon the challenge last month, and celebrated with prosecco at the top

PRITI Patel has released a written congratulations to staff at the NHS Suffolk and Northeast Essex, following its number one national rank for the Covid-19 Autumn Booster rollout campaign.

He has been banned from holding a licence for 16 months

ONE lane of a major road has been blocked which is causing heavy morning traffic.

MALDON District Council has teamed up with Maldon and District Community Volunteers, to create a new climate action survey, giving residents the chance to have their say.

Anglian Water was one of several companies to be fined by the water services watchdog

SHANTY lovers have been left disappointed following the cancellation of a popular themed train to Harwich's International Shanty Festival.

It follows a damning Ofsted report published last year

Hotel closes its doors to the public 'to accommodate refugees'

The letter from Natural England commented on the ecological value of the Ranges

It will take place at an alternate location

ELITE paratroopers looked to their regimental history by carrying out a simulated raid on an old radar museum which now houses a museum.

Mr Williams noted that Morrisons is offering discounted fuel for customers who spend a certain amount of money in store.

Kate Garraway made the discovery while taking part in ITV's DNA Journey.

New rules from the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) will affect Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Aldi and Lidl.

There are numerous Lidl locations in Essex which have job vacancies at the moment

CONCERN is growing for the welfare of an Essex man who has gone missing without his medication.