The Crown in Stoke by Nayland has undergone a revamp during lockdown, with a new spring garden tipi and terrace being created for outside dining.

AN undertaker immersed in debt pocketed thousands of pounds paid to him for embalming tuition and examination fees without delivering on his promises.

A popular walking route between Hythe and Rowhedge will start to be repaired from the autumn, Colchester Council has confirmed.

Clacton Pier will celebrate its 150th anniversary with eight spectacular fireworks displays.

PATIENTS pushing for the relocation of a doctors’ surgery which would “benefit the whole community” are growing frustrated with how long it is taking.

A TEAM of football mad girls are ready to take on all opposition after a grant funded new equipment for the side.

One in four people experience mild, short-lived side-effects after receiving the coronavirus vaccine, new research suggests.

Mersea Homes has posted a photo of the progress at the new Co-op being built at its Chesterwell estate in Colchester.

A MUSIC-MAD drummer is set to take part in a star-studded worldwide drumming marathon in a bid to raise money for charity.

These are the latest infection rates for Colchester and Tendring, with Covid vaccines being made available to more people.

POLICE officers have warned van owners to do all they can to deter potential tool thieves and take further security precautions.

A LEADING firm has announced it has returned a loss of £1.7million over the past financial year.

People who stream their music via Spotify users are going to have to pay more for their music, as the streaming service announces it is hiking its subscription costs.

Essex Police have been authorised to use extra stop and search powers after a person was left with a stab wound following a disturbance.

A man, 50, who died after a hit and run crash in Essex has been named by Essex Police as they continue to appeal for witnesses.

A GARAGE remains cordoned off for the public's safety after a car smashed into the structure yesterday.

A SWAN had to be rescued by concerned residents after a bag was stuck around its neck.

Four people have been further arrested by police on suspicion of murder after a woman died after a “melee” in Jaywick.

Taylor Wimpey has submitted a planning application to build a 120 home new estate off Richard Avenue in Wivenhoe.

Colchester new Lidl, Subway and Costa at the old Homebase site have moved another step closer after planning conditions were agreed.

A MAN is to face charges in connection with an incident in which three men were struck by a car.

A PUB landlord has pleaded with pre-booked punters to be more considerate and thoughtful after 50 no-shows cost him hundreds of pounds.

FIREFIGHTERS spent hours rescuing a woman trapped inside her car after it crashed into a brick garage on a residential road.

Newcastle United and ex-Liverpool striker Andy Carroll enjoy a visit to north Essex - taking in the sights at Clacton Pier.

A FOUNDATION will be able to help dozens of young people with cancer after a building society donated a huge £20,000.

Former Towie star Elliott Wright claims arsonists were behind the devestating fire which has "completely destroyed" his restaurant.

TWO drivers were reported for speeding offences after eagle-eyed officers conducted speed checks in a village.

A POPULAR theatre is preparing to reopen its doors to the public for its highly anticipated relaunch season.

Motorists are facing delays on the A12 this lunchtime after police were forced to stop traffic.

READERS have unanimously that smear tests should be offered to women under 25.

AN investigation has been launched after a glider plane crashed into a farmer’s field leaving the pilot with serious injuries.

A TALENTED amateur photographer captured a stunning image of the Super Moon as the rare event unfolded on Monday.

A WOMAN was rescued from a vehicle which crashed into a garage in Colchester.

SCHOOLCHILDREN celebrated their patron saint with a socially-distanced service.

Harry Munson is 16 and studying media studies, law and politics at Colchester Sixth Form College. He has lived on Mersea Island for 14 years, enjoys watersports and playing and writing music in his band, The Verdicts. Here, he writes from the hear...

A BOXING organisation which has raised millions for charity is set to host another knock-out evening of fundraising entertainment.

A WOMAN has died in hospital and a man has appeared in court charged with murdering her after a “melee” in Jaywick.

Parishioners on Mersea island have launched their own marketing campaign to recruit the islan'd newest priest.

Pub chain Greene King has announced it plans to reopen another eight of its venues in Essex this week.

The NHS coronavirus vaccine booking system has opened to healthy people aged 42 and over.

A FRUSTRATED pensioner has been left annoyed after it took more than a year for her gym to respond to concerns of a lockdown refund.

A FAMILY business is bursting with ‘bride’ after celebrating four decades of business in Colchester.

A watchdog has launched an investigation into how police handled the disappearance of Richard Okorogheye following complaints by his mother.

When can we stop wearing face masks in England? The Government will conduct a review in June.

A PAIR of pooches who are the best of friends are looking for a retirement home in which they can snooze away the afternoons.

England cricket legend Graham Gooch arrived in Colchester to help open the town's new £29 million Northern Gateway Sports Park.

POLITICAL parties will be going head-to-head in a public debate on the future of Essex’s libraries.

The fire service is at the scene of an incident in Mountbatten Drive, Colchester, on Monday afternoon.

Sheepen Road in Colchester is blocked near to Colne Bank Avenue after a crash on Monday afternoon.

A MAN has been cleared of all charges after a woman reported she had been raped in her own home over the course of four hours.