A MAN armed with a dagger in Colchester has been ordered to undertake rehabilitation.

DOG owners will be able to swim with their furry friends at a new outdoor swimming pool opening in Essex.

A WOMAN who assaulted three police officers has been ordered to pay her victims compensation.

A MAN who lived with untreated psychosis for six years before stabbing three men more than 60 times “had an inability to exercise selfcontrol”, a court heard.

A DESERTED building could be used to host fleeing Ukrainian refugees if and when they arrive in Colchester.

He admitted the offence when he appeared at Colchester Magistrates’ Court

It means each year group will grow from 20 to 30 children

A DEVASTATED dog owner is warning others to look out for a dangerous plant which leaves pooches in severe pain.

All of Newsquest's titles across the UK are united in our efforts to support the people of Ukraine.

The wonderful eco-warriors at the Appleton School have been smashing their goals and working extremely hard! After school on a Thursday, the hardworking science teacher Mrs Navarro hosts the eco-warriors club for an hour. There are six students from ...

A MAN has been order to carry out 200 hours of unpaid work after assaulting a police officer in Harwich.

COLCHESTER has been revealed to be among one of the cheapest places to buy a property in Essex.

A BEAUTIFUL piano recital paid tribute to a former mayor of Colchester who died last week.

The star was on a visit to St Thomas More’s Primary School

A MAN who obstructed a train from using the railway has been ordered to pay a hefty fine.

A number of stars of the hit soap have been spotted

ECO-CONCIOUS fast-food workers and young police cadets collected a staggering amount of dumped rubbish during a litter pick.

AN independent music studio has launched an inclusive new initiative with a view of encouraging more people to find their voice.

A COMMUNITY meeting was held to establish a blueprint for cracking down on rampant anti-social behaviour on a Colchester estate.

He was found to be disqualified and had no insurance

THE number of people who can visit a patient together in Colchester Hospital has been increased for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.

A WOMAN who beat two men in Colchester has avoided being sent to prison.

As the Siege of Mariupol rages on, Mayor Vadym Boichenko stays in the encircled city to help anyone he can.

A CASH injection of more than £279,000 from a new grant will help children better understand air quality.

THE opening date of the new Haribo store coming to Essex has been revealed.

WITHAM MP Priti Patel took some time away from Westminster and the controversy over visa applications to take a tour of a nursery.

A HISTORIC footbridge is set for a grand reopening for its 130th anniversary after being saved from demolition and restored.

BIG-HEARTED musicians have used the power of their voices to help the hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians fleeing their country amid the Russian invasion.

The UK is set to be hit by dusty, orange skies on Wednesday as an unusual weather phenomenon reaches the country.

THE Gilberd School has been forced to close its doors for certain year groups amid an “unprecedented” amount of staff absences.

TOP class pupils travelled more than 35,000 miles as part of a popular Street Tag game.

Tributes have been paid to a much-loved singer who was a fixture of the Southend pubs and clubs scene.

ESSEX Council is inviting individuals and small community groups to bid for money from its new fund.

ALMOST £10,000 has been awarded to up-and-coming artists on our doorstep who are ready to make their mark on the world.

A MENTAL health charity has opened a new centre to offer support to residents in Clacton.

A ENVIRONMENTAL farm is taking steps to return its land back to nature after launching an extensive rewilding project.

A CAFÉ and sandwich bar could soon be serving hot food in Colchester under new plans.

BUSINESS bosses have said a £4.7 million development in Colchester’s former bus station will open next year.

KIND and thoughtful school students took part in a fundraising day in aid of the terrified families and citizens fleeing a war-torn country.

A GRIEVING wife teamed up with the hospice which cared for her late husband to raise thousands of pounds to help secure the future of its services.

A DEFUNCT strip club could be set to reopen under new ownership.

Loveholidays has launched an Easter sale with holidays from £102pp, here's how you can grab a bargain holiday.

Travelodge has made it easier to plan your ultimate Easter staycation without blowing the budget. How to book yours.

The collection is formed of three bouquets and two floral gifts sets.

TikTok has been obsessing over Zara's pink satin dress after it showed up on the app.

The Met Office say Brits can expect a "fine few days" this week as temperatures will be above average.

McDonald's fans will see the original Big Tasty and the Big Tasty with Bacon return to menus across the UK.

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There are a few pets from RSPCA branches in Essex who are looking for new homes.

Rishi Sunak has faced fresh pressure from Tory MPs to combat “eye-watering” fuel costs.