Gazette News
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 00:29:45 +0000Essex Covid lockdown: Family 'can meet outside by Easter'
FAMILIES and friends look set to be allowed to gather in parks and gardens by Easter.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0000When will pubs reopen in England? - what Boris Johnson has said
Boris Johnson hinted at when the hospitality sector will reopen ahead of detailing plans to gradually ease lockdown.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +000018 iconic bands you might not know have played in Colchester
Colchester has welcomed some huge bands to town over the decades including Bob Marley and the Wailers, Pink Floyd and The Rolling Stones.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0000Death notices in the Colchester Gazette this week
Here are the death notices published in the Gazette this week:
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0000Camera club: Snaps show north Essex as a winter wonderland
THE cold, freezing weather created fantastic photo opportunities for our Camera Club members.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0000Married At First Sight is looking for UK singletons - how to apply
The Australian version of the show has proved a hit and now TV producers are looking for single Brits to take part in the next UK series.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 08:56:40 +0000Junction 27 slip roads for A12 shut this weekend
DRIVERS are urged to plan their route as a section of a major road will be closed this weekend.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Discover secret beaches along the Essex coast
THE stunning expanse, the fragrance of sea brine, the crunch of sand and pebbles under your feet – seaside walks are one of the things which makes Essex great.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Schools in Colchester in areas with 'dangerous' levels of air pollution
Dozens of schools and colleges in Colchester are in areas with potentially dangerous levels of air pollution.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Colchester fitness instructor helping people with their mental health
WHEN Lucy walked away from her career in IT to focus on fitness, she knew she had made the right decision for herself.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000New Colchester location plan for Solo Summers after Embassy bid
The man behind plans to create an entertainment venue at the former Embassy Suite has revealed he is now on the hunt for an alternative location.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000Just Eat reviews show the 10 best takeaways in Colchester
These are the top ten reviewed takeaways in Colchester on delivery site Just Eat.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000Covid fines: Clacton woman went back to work before isolation was up
Essex Police fined a woman who had tested positive for Covid-19 for going back to work in Clacton before her isolation period was up.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000The most dangerous roads for young drivers in Colchester
These are the most dangerous areas in Colchester town centre for young drivers.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000Frinton care home is put in special measures
A CARE home has been placed in special measures after concerns were raised about the staff’s approach to infection control during the coronavirus pandemic.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:20:00 +0000Covid fines: Revellers at illegal house party in Colchester fined
Essex Police fined a group of revellers caught at a lockdown-flouting house party in Colchester
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000Colchester paratroopers adopt more disciplined training style
COLCHESTER’S paratroopers have adopted a “more disciplined” approach to training to balance the need to maintain readiness for global operations with the risks of coronavirus.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000Centre for Action on Rape and Abuse gets National Lottery funding
A CHARITY which provides services for victims of sexual abuse across north and mid Essex has been awarded £385,000.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:28:36 +0000Drivers face another 2 weeks of delays due to roadworks
DRIVERS can expect delays for another two weeks.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Colchester nurse Rebecca Page hailed as lockdown hero
REBECCA Page is one in a million, juggling her job as a hard-working community nurse with bringing up two little ones - with a third on the way in July.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Mum left traumatised by 'emotionally abusive' partner
A TRAUMATISED mum who felt “trapped by fear” wept in court as an ex-partner who repeatedly breached a nonmolestation order was spared an immediate prison sentence.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Colchester pensioner John Nixon viewed indecent images
A PENSIONER who stashed indecent images of children on hard drives was reminded of the “exploited victims” at the heart of his offending.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:02:00 +0000James Cleverly MP backing surplus Covid jabs donation plans
BRAINTREE'S MP is backing plans which will see surplus vaccine doses donated to poorer nations.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 18:13:48 +0000Dog thefts in Essex have fallen since 2019, police reveal
DOG thefts have fallen in Essex this year, despite social media frenzy surrounding the thefts of pet pooches.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000Dead pony found at Crowsheath Wood nature reserve
The body of a dead pony was found in Billericay on Wednesday, leaving those who found it devastated at what they saw.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000Bid for late night mini-golf and bowling at Northern Gateway
The Original Bowling Company has applied for a licence to 3am for its bowling alley and mini-golf site at Northern Gateway in Colchester.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:44:08 +0000Man wanted for failing to appear in court
POLICE are looking for a man who failed to appear in court to answer a series of charges.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 15:54:31 +0000Police appeal after girls approached in Promenade Park
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after two girls were approached by a man in Maldon.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 15:03:09 +0000Covid: 35 patients die at Colchester Hospital trust in a week
A total of 35 patients have died in the last seven days after testing positive for coronavirus at the trust which runs Colchester Hospital.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 14:45:35 +0000Emergency services attend incident in Fullbridge near river
EMERGENCY services were deployed to Maldon this morning, according to eyewitnesses.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 14:19:48 +0000Council to push ahead with 33 projects totalling £4.5m
TENDRING is ready to get back to business after Covid-19 with 33 projects in the pipeline.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:08:32 +0000Cat rescued from Essex balcony after 18 hours in the cold
Tiddles the cat had to be rescued from a balcony in Essex after getting stuck for 18 hours.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:40:00 +00006 bits of data Boris Johnson will use for road map out of lockdown
This is what data Boris Johnson will use to devise the Government's road map out of lockdown.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:12:30 +0000Essex firm helps get Nasa Perseverance rover to Mars
AN Essex firm has played a pivotal role in Nasa’s Mars Perseverance rover which has safely landed on the red planet.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 11:53:43 +0000'Pollen bomb' set to explode across Essex this weekend
Rising temperatures across Essex could see a "pollen explosion" arrive over the weekend.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 11:07:26 +0000Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons issue health risk recall
A FOOD recall has been issued for a popular chicken product due to the possible presence of Salmonella posing a health risk.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000Renowned blues rock duo sign up for annual WinterFest event
BRIGHTLINGSEA WinterFest is on the crest of a wave with the renowned blues rock duo When Rivers Meet lined up for the festival’s next events.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 09:56:21 +0000Where in Colchester now has the fewest coronavirus cases?
A handful of areas in Colchester are now recording three or fewer cases of coronavirus.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 09:34:56 +0000Have your say over village's plan for future development
RESIDENTS of a village that has been blighted by new developments are being asked for their views on a proposed neighbourhood plan.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000£527k grant to help Colchester Council offices go green
Colchester Council has secured a £527,000 grant to make its main offices more environmentally friendly.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 08:01:46 +0000Essex hospitals see big decrease in number of Covid patients
Both infection rates and hospitalisations due to Covid have fallen again in Essex – but residents have been warned not to “assume the pandemic is over”.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000Foot and mouth: Essex was at the centre of 2001 outbreak
MENTION foot-and-mouth disease and most people will have some recollection of the epidemic which swept the UK 20 years ago.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +000010 coercive behaviours in relationships which are illegal
Hundreds of allegations of coercive, controlling behaviour were reported to Essex Police last year.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000TV stars Martin and Roman Kemp choose choirmaster as 'Smile Maker'
A DAD-of-three who founded a virtual choir is ending the month on a high note after winning a competition launched by father and son TV stars Martin and Roman Kemp.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Station Road, Tiptree to shut in March for pothole repairs
A ROAD known for its pothole problems is set to be repaired next month.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Colchester carers deny defrauding elderly woman in bank account scam
CARERS have denied defrauding an elderly woman by withdrawing money and setting up online shopping accounts in her name.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 04:00:00 +0000Hilltop Nursery plans: Former garden centre could be transformed into zoo
FAMILIES could have the chance to get up close with small animals, reptiles and birds as plans were unveiled for a zoo at a former garden centre.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:29:53 +0000Covid-19 deaths in Tendring fall 30 per cent in a week
THE rate of Covid-19 deaths in Tendring has fallen by 30 per cent in the past week.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:56:31 +0000Harry and Meghan tell Queen they will not return as working royals
The decision was made after conversations between Harry and members of the royal family.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:29:10 +0000Have you got an old laptop for school kids in need?
FRINTON Rotary Club wants your unwanted computers and tablets.