Colchester United are ready to give trialists a chance to impress

Former Southend United boss Steve Tilson has been named assistant manager at Heybridge Swifts

Several animals have died after a devastating fire at a popular Essex petting zoo. 

A FOOTBALL fan who thought he was video calling a girl he had met on holiday was left “speechless” when a famous television presenter answered instead.

THE owner of a pop-up campsite has been left “bemused” by a decision to reject his plans...after a council leader backed calls for more sites.

A DRUG addict who exploited and intimidated a vulnerable man by making repeated requests for cash tried to get her victim to retract his statement to police.

GREENFINGERED Colcestrians have transformed the outdoor area of a women's refuge into a relaxing and calming tranquil space.

A FORMER paramedic and poppy appeal volunteer who groomed a teenage girl before abusing her in a hotel room also bragged to an undercover police officer about sexually abusing children.

GIFTED Pippa Longhurst received the backing of a Strictly star after creating an amazing Help for Heroes dress.

ANGRY residents and business owners have joined forces to try to halt plans to create a new bus gate in Colchester town centre.

HUNDREDS of rape alarms are being handed out to women to help protect them should they come face-to-face with a serial sex pest.

PLANS for a new £2.4 million covered market and business units to help regenerate Jaywick have been recommended for approval by planners.

Boris Johnson will lead a Downing Street press conference tonight

Colchester United trio extend their contracts at the JobServe Community Stadium

POLICE have arrested a man after catching a whiff of cannabis from a passing van on a main road.

Colchester United are tracking Theo Robinson

The Essex Golf and Country Club's Connor Worsdall to compete at the Open Championship

Boris Johnson said we must “balance the risk” of the disease from the virus and the harm from continuing with legal restrictions.

Former Towie favourite James Argent has shown off his dramatic weight loss in new photos showing him looking healthier and happy.

STUDENTS got the opportunity to become real-life engineers.

AN entire school was forced to completely close for two days after members of staff tested positive for cornavirus.

PLANS to paint a colourful mural on the graveyard wall of an historic church have been recommended for refusal.

A DRUG dealer has been put behind bars after being identified as running a drugs line from Croydon to Colchester.

PUPILS in two different year groups have been told to remain at home after positive Covid cases at a school.

A DRIVER was arrested on suspicious of drugs offences after his “strange behaviour” caught the attention of a specialist police unit.

AN educational walking trail has been launched so residents and visitors can learn more about a coastal town’s vast history and discover hidden gems.

CARE home residents and dedicated workers enjoyed a special afternoon filled with cocktails and live music to mark a national event.

Clips show youngsters mixing various liquids including apple sauce, Coca Cola, vinegar and kiwi fruit to trigger a positive reaction in the test.

Colchester has recorded over 300 more cases of coronavirus in the last seven days.

Former Colchester United head coach John McGreal linked with League Two return

A yellow weather warning has been issued for coastal areas in Essex which are set to be battered by strong winds tonight.

THREE people have denied the murder of a beloved mum in Jaywick.

A FOOTBALL fan who thought he was video calling a girl he had met on holiday was left “speechless” when a famous television presenter answered instead.

A TIRELESS football club secretary is celebrating after having his efforts rewarded.

A HOMEOWNER has praised a green scheme after a “frightening” fire hazard was removed from her property.

Colchester touring professional Dale Whitnell was in excellent form at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open

A MUM who shed an astonishing ten stone says she was “happier when bigger” after being left with excess skin around her stomach.

TWO friends are to run a virtual marathon in a bid to raise funds for the hospice which cared for their elderly parents.

A CENTENARIAN has been given a lifetime achievement award following her 103rd birthday.

THE Queen has awarded the George Cross to the National Health Services of the UK, recognising all NHS staff in all four nations.

The Prime Minister is expected to tell people in England that it will be left to their “judgment” to manage coronavirus risks as he prepares to restore freedoms on July 19.

Ex-Colchester United player Callum Harriot has appeared at Colchester Magistrates' Court charged with rape.

A SCHOOL is seeking a £300,000 boost in a bid to transform its swimming pool in to a community public pool.

Colchester celebrated a memorable night of football on Saturday as England beat Ukraine in the quarter finals of Euro 2020.

IT has been long overdue, but today, it is the first NHS, Social Care and Frontline Workers’ Day.

Residents march through the streets of Colchester to demand a fair pay deal for NHS staff and to stop privatisation of the health service.

A VILLAGE post office will close temporarily this month to allow for extensive refurbishments.

Colchester United head of sport science Kem Ismail on the important of pre-season

A crowd of fans sang It's Coming Home in Colchester High Street after England's victory against Ukraine at Euro 2020.

FACE masks are set to end and social distancing will no longer be required as part of the "freedom day" unlocking on July 19, reports suggest.