STUDENTS will be given advice on how to enjoy a safer night out in Colchester as campaigners warn of potential dangers they could face.

A HOMELESS man who has fallen ill and has to use every last penny to fund getting to hospital says he feels let down.

A WOMAN who has endured a relentless five year battle against cancer has been delivered the devastating news her diagnosis is terminal… but is refusing to give up.

AN illegal immigrant who entered the UK “to find a better life” was instead caught in the midst of an industrial operation to grow around £2 million worth of cannabis.

A DANGEROUS driver who engaged in a high-speed police pursuit was lucky to escape with his life after crashing his ex-partner’s car.

HUNDREDS of households in Colchester were tipped into homelessness during the first 18 months of the Covid-19 pandemic, figures reveal.

A STALKER bombarded his pregnant ex-partner with hundreds of unwanted messages and even resorted to live-streaming her personal details over the internet.

A CANCER survivor is set to be glowing after winning a makeover.

Colchester United left-back Ryan Clampin on comeback trail

The log burner sold out last month, but is now back in stock at Aldi and is priced at just £69.99.

You can get 12 free bottles of wine with this new fridge.

Ideal for people trying to consume less calories, air fryers simulate deep frying without submerging food in oil.

Pancake Day is just a few weeks away and if you’re thinking of jazzing up this year’s pancakes then maybe this sausage dog frying pan is for you.

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Southend's much anticipated Southend LuminoCity festival has launched - bringing new light to the borough and seafront.

A COVID survivor who was treated in the intensive care unit is working to thank the nurses who helped to save his life.

CASES of snooping on confidential patient data at the trust which runs Colchester Hospital are among the highest in the country, figures reveal.

MPs from across Essex have backed Colchester’s bid for city status after a formal letter was submitted to the government’s cabinet office.

Staff had noticed some suspicious activity surrounding refunds

A man has died following a serious crash on the A120.

Walsall have appointed Michael Flynn as their head coach

AN RSPCA officer came to the rescue of a fox who found herself in a tight spot after getting a watering can stuck on her head.

Colchester United teenager Ryan Lowe pens professional deal

Council staff were unimpressed by a declaration of love on Valentine’s Day after graffiti was left on a street near the town centre.

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A MAN has won a year's supply of drinks after waiting almost a day for the new Tim Hortons restaurant to open.

He was charged with failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver

TRIBUTES have been paid to a much-loved mum who spent her entire life involved in the amusement and fairground industry.

What we currently know about the manhunt for sex offender Paul Robson who “could be anywhere in the country”.

The League Two side have opted to make a change

AN inspiring gym-goer who refuses to be held back by a debilitating disorder is preparing to tackle a coastline challenge in aid of charity.

A community group to support parents who have children with special needs has been set up by a mum battling to give her son an education.

Colchester United under-23s lose at Fulham in Premier League Cup

A FORMER pirate radio station's youngest ever presenter made his debut during a live broadcast.

A MAN has admitted to carrying out a slash attack with a belt which left a father-oftwo scarred for life.

SIBLINGS who opened a restaurant in memory of their late father have been pushed to the brink of closure after falling foul of “idiotic and drunken” vandals for the THIRD time.

A WORLD famous pop band is set to perform at the return of a popular festival.

TOURISM bosses believe excellent water quality is helping to attract beachgoers to north Essex’s glorious coastline.

The family of a teenager who took his own life has won its campaign for safety improvements at the site where he died.

A businessman who ran the Nightflix drive-in cinema has criticised the council’s plans to build a 12-screen Cineworld at the Northern Gateway.

ANOTHER week of highs and lows of football.

FIREFIGHTERS worked throughout the day to extinguish a fire in a grain dryer yesterday (February 14).

The family will allow cameras into their home for new ITV documentary Caring for Derek.

There is limited availability at the discounted price, so you will have to act quickly.

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Check out The Perfume Shop's February sale.

Treat yourself to a Lay-Z-Spa hot tub with up to £200 off selected models!

Designed by artists Matt Dent and Christian Davies, the trophy appears in miniature on the £2 coin.

A six mile stretch of the A120 is closed this afternoon following a serious crash

Colchester United have been without John Akinde for the last three games