A DESPERATE daughter has launched a £10,000 appeal to bring her dementia-stricken dad back home from the Far East.

ANIMALS have begun arriving as a new zoo prepares to throw its doors open to the public.

A CARE home has received a glowing review after health regulators carried out an inspection of its services.

THE owner of a newly-refurbished bar which features a vintage car inside has said he wants the venue to be a landmark in the community.

SIBLINGS living with a rare genetic disorder which causes severe mental and physical disability have been boosted by a wave of support from friends, family... and strangers.

A HELICOPTER was launched for a midnight search after concerns grew for a woman and a group of people in the water near a popular attraction.

A WOMAN who says she can’t sleep at night following a break in at her flat is appealing for help to catch the culprit.

A BEGGAR labelled the oldest surviving street drinker in Colchester has been banned from the town centre and branded a “thorough nuisance” by a judge.

SCHOOL pick-up and drop-off points could soon be introduced in Colchester, along with two lengthy cycle paths spanning the town.

A CELEBRATION of critically-acclaimed works by talented wordsmiths and authors is set to return next month following last year’s cancellation.

A WOMAN spotted entering the sea led to a search after concerns were raised about her welfare.

A COUNTY line dealer found with a phone which sent out 6,500 drug marketing texts in two months has “exceptionally” avoided time in prison after suffering a serious head wound.

A WARNING has been issued to town centre drinkers after another woman reported she was hospitalised after a suspected spiking incident.

Halstead and Essex Uni Boxing Club stage their first show at their boxing gym this weekend

A watchdog warned that some airlines are giving out incorrect information regarding Covid testing requirements which could mean passengers are unable to catch flights.

A POLICE officer who tried save a man who was attempting to take his own life had been recognised for his bravery.

Police are worried about the safety of a missing Tilbury man.

A BOOKSHOP has organised a unique movie event in a bid to get more film fans supporting their local community cinemas.

FIREFIGHTERS leapt into action after a blaze caused by hot embers rapidly spread to three separate gardens.

A CHARITY which offers a space in which people can discuss end of life celebrations and decorate their own flat-packed coffin has announced an autumn course.

THE A12 northbound is reported to be partially blocked this evening after a three-vehicle smash.

TWO vehicles including an expensive Audi A6 were seized by police officers as part of a crackdown on anti-social behaviour.

THE first Eco Festival has been hailed a “huge success”.

Colchester received a royal visit as the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester officially opened nine almshouses which have been providing vulnerable people with a safe and welcoming home.

ALL of north Essex’s MPs have backed Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s controversial move to raise National Insurance contributions to fund the NHS and social care budgets.

A PENSIONER has said cycle lanes are “a danger to pedestrians” after she tripped over a barrier and broke her elbow.

There are delays across Chelmsford this afternoon after a crash on the A138 Chelmer Road.

A man has been given a lifetime ban from keeping animals after dogs were found in 'unacceptable' conditions.

Two cyclists were taken to hospital after a collision involving a car in Wickham Bishops.

A SWIMMER was carried off a town’s beach on a stretcher after jumping into shallow water and injuring their neck.

More than 50 per cent of people surveyed on plans to keep a ban on traffic on Colchester's High Street backed the plans.

AN Essex library is closing for 8 weeks for refurbishment.

A Colchester hospice has been given a £10,000 donation thanks to a national recycling scheme.

VOLUNTEERS in Colchester raised more than £22,000 for a cancer charity in a 24-hour relay.

Sir Bob Russell, who was Colchester’s MP for 18 years, says that more needs to be done to create new jobs in Colchester – and argues against building houses on the site of the former Paxmans factory.

According to the Home Office, 785 migrants arrived in the UK on Monday after making the journey from France in small boats.

The number of Covid-19 cases in Essex have seen a rise in all local authority areas, bar Colchester.

MPs have supported the Government’s NHS and social care tax rise plan during a House of Commons vote.

POPULAR artwork is going to auction to raise money for charity after creating a summer of fun across north Essex.

A COUNCILLOR has resolutely defended a medical centre after it came under fire for issues with its appointment booking system.

THE unparalleled efforts of the British Merchant Navy during the Second World War were recognised during a ceremony.

ROUGHLY 13 years ago eco-warrior Karl Dixon defied the advice of those who knew him best, and those who didn’t, in order to start up A&D Reclaim.

HIGH suicide rates and huge differences in life expectancy in Colchester and Tendring have prompted the NHS to offer the councils more than £1million.

A HOMELESS woman who slashed a friend “15 to 17 times” with a bread knife has avoided an immediate prison term.

THE family of an elderly man who died after suffering a heart attack claim he was refused help by a nearby doctor’s surgery.

DELIGHTED staff are celebrating a huge turnaround after a mental health hospital improved its rating from ‘inadequate’ to ‘good’.

A SUPERMARKET giant has agreed to pay £1,650 after complaints about early morning and evening deliveries.

Colchester United fan Matt Calmus gives his views on the U's

Colchester United boss Hayden Mullins is adamant that the goals will start flowing for his side

As unimaginable amounts of concrete and steel fell around them, stairwell B survived, and so did they.