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Sat, 17 May 2025 09:58:41 +0100
Essex Police officer fired after being 'inappropriate to a woman' when off-duty
It was alleged the man caused a woman to feel distressed at a social event in February 2022

Sat, 17 May 2025 09:17:07 +0100
Essex teen charged for 'possessing a firearm' after car hit by bullet
The force’s serious and organised crime unit led the enquiries, and a number of people were identified, arrested and questioned.

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Colchester women behind 'one of a kind' business say 'we need people to come in'
Fiona Wallis, 48, and Sarah Pinckney, 53, opened their therapy centre on Manor Road in September 2019, just six months before Covid.

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Former chief nursing officer to bring experience to Anglia Ruskin University
Dame May will work closely with students and staff.

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Colchester nursery praised for 'clear improvements' in Ofsted report
A Colchester nursery has been praised for its 'clear improvements' in its most recent Ofsted report.

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Family going 'day by day' after 'brave' little girl diagnosed with brain tumour
A family have had their world reduced to “taking things day by day” after a little girl was diagnosed with a brain tumour.

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
All to know about Stansted Airport's parking options - from long stay to valet
Whether you are heading off on holiday or just picking someone up, Stansted Airport has various options.

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Popular musician releases music video filmed around Colchester
Fraser Morgan, from Colchester, has released a new music video for his song 'The Girl In The Library' which features places all across the city.

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
14th-century Essex village pub named among the nation's top 10 friendliest
The pub’s premises also dates back to the 14th century and it is also referred to as the ‘Painter’s pub’ as both John Constable and Thomas Gainsborough were believed to frequent the Lion.

Fri, 16 May 2025 21:44:31 +0100
Police seize vehicle and conduct speed checks in North Station Road
The force met with licensing officers and zone wardens to patrol North Station Road.

Fri, 16 May 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Man who smashed victim in face with beer glass avoids jail as he is 'a role model'
Levi Taylor, 32, launched the unprovoked assault on David Smith in the Slug and Lettuce pub in Colchester High Street.

Fri, 16 May 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Colchester Sixth Form College submits plans to restore features on historic building
A full planning application has been submitted.

Fri, 16 May 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Chatty Bus Champions bring conversation to Essex routes for Mental Health Week
It aims to spotlight the bus network’s role in countering isolation and loneliness by creating opportunities for interactions.

Fri, 16 May 2025 17:00:00 +0100
See inside the county's first and only Knoops store in Colchester
Initially founded by Jens Koop 12 years ago, Knoops has 25 stores across the UK

Fri, 16 May 2025 15:32:04 +0100
Mobility scooter with 'Nanny Twerk' sticker on back stolen from Essex town
Essex Police are investigating the theft of a mobility scooter taken from an address in Harlow.

Fri, 16 May 2025 14:24:04 +0100
Two Essex buildings win national awards for 'inspiring' architectural design
Jankes Barn, close to Wakes Colne, and The Sunspot, in Brooklands, Jaywick, are the two buildings in Essex to be handed the award.

Fri, 16 May 2025 14:06:08 +0100
Highways bosses U-turn on plans to repair 'too high' speedbump
Highways bosses have said they will not repair a set of speedbumps in a sharp U-turn just days after assuring residents works would start “as soon as possible”.

Fri, 16 May 2025 12:37:00 +0100
Essex Fire Service flags at half-mast after deaths of two firefighters in Bicester
The Service flags at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service will be flown at half-mast as a “mark of respect” after the deaths of two firefighters.

Fri, 16 May 2025 12:10:31 +0100
Former binman who created 'utterly bogus' lie about army career is jailed
A former binman convicted of inventing a career in the British Army to avoid being jailed for a firearms offence is now behind bars.

Fri, 16 May 2025 12:09:38 +0100
Man sustains black eye and facial injuries after assault in Essex
Essex Police officers are looking to identify and speak with a man in connection to an assault at the Oak House in Maldon.

Fri, 16 May 2025 10:00:00 +0100
Signs go up on Brightlingsea Sainsbury's ahead of proposed May opening date
Signs have now gone up above the new Sainsbury's supermarket on Samson Road in Brightlingsea as works progress.

Fri, 16 May 2025 09:00:00 +0100
Busting the myths around National Grid's Sea Link project
Adrian Pierssene of National Grid shares some myth-busting key facts about the proposed Sea Link project.

Fri, 16 May 2025 08:00:00 +0100
Colchester man among wealthiest in East of England in new Sunday Times Rich List
The new Sunday Times Rich List for 2025 has been revealed, with Kirsten Rausing topping the East Anglia section

Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Colchester moot hall borough organist replaced after 37 years of service
Honorary Borough Organist, Dr Ian Ray, has stepped down following a decision to replace the voluntary role with a salaried Organ Curator.

Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Police's facial recognition technology to return to Colchester this weekend
Live facial recognition technology ams to support officers in identifying people wanted for priority offences.

Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'It looked better with the potholes' - residents unhappy with Stanway roadworks
RESIDENTS are outraged over “absolutely terrible” current road surfacing works in Stanway as they look like they have been done by “a load of kids”.

Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex taking place this weekend
Upcoming closures from May 16 to 18 on the A12, Dartford Crossing and M25 may affect some drivers across Essex this weekend.

Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Appeal inquiry into 200 refused homes in Colchester set to cost council £120K
A REPORT has revealed a planning inquiry into refused plans for 200 homes in Colchester is set to cost Colchester Council £120,000.

Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'Disgusting' state of Castle Park boating lake caused by weir collapse, council say
Once a cherished spot for family outings and boat rides, the lake is now murky, muddy and neglected.

Fri, 16 May 2025 12:07:33 +0100
Dog walkers warned of walking in fields after woman charged in horror attack
Laura Vaughan was targeted by a huge Hereford cow while walking four-year-old cockapoo Zayna in the Wye Valley

Fri, 16 May 2025 12:06:46 +0100
Mum's rent petition gets more than 40,000 signatures in a week
A petition by County Durham mum Bridget Chapman calling for a cap on how much landlords can raise rent has been signed by thousands

Fri, 16 May 2025 12:06:13 +0100
'Do not eat': Lidl recall as popular snack may contain 'pieces of plastic'
A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency warned Lidl shoppers who had purchased the snacks not to eat them

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
5 pets at RSPCA Essex who are looking for loving new homes to join
A number of pets at Essex RSPCA branches and at Danaher Animal Home are on the lookout for new owners

Thu, 15 May 2025 20:00:13 +0100
Cynthia Allcock has been found after going missing from Wivenhoe
Cynthia was last seen at about 2.30pm today (May 15) in the area of Frances Close.

Thu, 15 May 2025 18:01:00 +0100
'Digital takeover' to take place tonight in support of Colchester man with cancer
A campaign in support of a Colchester man battling stage four cancer will host a digital takeover tonight, in an effort to raise awareness.

Thu, 15 May 2025 17:59:41 +0100
Actor who's appeared in Coronation Street announced for Colchester's Shrek musical
A WEST End performer and vocalist has been named as the next cast member to join Charter Hall’s next big play.

Thu, 15 May 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Woman died from swallowing objects found in X-ray months earlier, inquest heard
Melanie Danks, 49, who was a resident at International House in Colchester, died on August 12 last year at Colchester Hospital.

Thu, 15 May 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Colchester mum set for 'freezing reservoir swim' to help children's school
Eleanor Church, 42, will be taking on the icy challenge at Hanningfield Reservoir on Saturday May 17.

Thu, 15 May 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Chef at restaurant dubbed 'best in Essex' reaches finals of top UK competition
Louis James Coppen, 23, a Junior Sous Chef at the Talbooth Restaurant in Dedham, placed third in the prestigious Chaine des Rôtisseurs competition.

Thu, 15 May 2025 15:19:00 +0100
County's first and only Crocs store to open at Essex retail park in June
Founded in 2002, Crocs has established itself as a world leader in innovative casual footwear

Thu, 15 May 2025 13:32:40 +0100
Incident which killed Essex billionaire and teenage daughter caused by 'extreme wind'
Billionaire entrepreneur, Mike Lynch, 59, and his 18-year-old daughter, Hannah were among seven people who died

Thu, 15 May 2025 12:00:00 +0100
Charity serves 200 meals at VE Day beacon lighting event in Colchester
The event was held at the Seven Rivers care home, which is a Leonard Cheshire care home.

Thu, 15 May 2025 12:00:00 +0100
Colchester-based crisp producer announces new limited-edition Christmas flavour
It is part of the brand's commitment to crafting 100 per cent vegan-friendly and gluten-free snacks.

Thu, 15 May 2025 12:00:00 +0100
East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices launches new volunteer recruitment campaign
The campaign aims to encourage more people to assist in its shops and Retail Distribution Centre.

Thu, 15 May 2025 10:11:15 +0100
Teenage pedestrian who died on A12 was on escorted leave from mental health unit
Katherine Frost, 18, was with a member of hospital staff on Tuesday, April 22 at the time of her death.

Thu, 15 May 2025 09:00:43 +0100
Takeaway owner recalls terrifying moment he learned his building was on fire
The owner of China Chef, from Colchester, has thanked the community for its support after its roof was destroyed in a fire on Tuesday.

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'Underrated' and 'tranquil' north Essex beaches win prestigious Blue Flag Awards
Three beaches in north Essex have won prestigious Blue Flag Awards, run by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy.

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Colchester's next mayor to campaign for health and happiness after his heart stopped
Old Heath and Hythe ward Councillor Mike Lilley, 67, will become Colchester’s 192nd mayor with alderman Lyn Barton serving as mayoress.

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Colchester mum to skydive for charity that helped her whilst son was critically ill
The charity provided her and her former partner, Joe, with a place to stay while their son, Jaxxon, was critically ill.

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Greater Anglia announce extra seats and additional summer services in new timetable
This is part of Greater Anglia's efforts to improve its timetables in response to growing customer demand.

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