A HISTORIC park and its attractions were put on lockdown this morning after police officers attended an incident.

Snow and sleet are set to fall across the county tonight, according to weather experts.

TRAFFIC is building on a busy bypass and some surrounding roads following a nasty rush-hour crash.

COLCHESTER Zoo has announced the return of its renowned character breakfast events.

A PROPOSAL to introduce an elite cycling event later this spring has been accepted.

The initial decision was taken last October

FROM championing Colchester in Parliament to becoming the town’s High Steward, Sir Bob Russell has ticked nearly every box in Colchester bingo.

A SALON owner says she will turn her premises into Colchester’s Fort Knox after being targeted by crooks for a FOURTH time.

A businessman facing a backlash from customers has defended his stance not to refund clients who booked day trips through his Vision Getaways business.

A businessman whose holiday firm closed has defended his decision not to refund a number of customers after becoming the director of a newly-formed travel business.

A GUN enthusiast agreed to run crack cocaine and heroin into Colchester in exchange for purchasing a firearm from a drug dealer, a court was told.

Cath Kidston now has a release date for its Matilda collection

Garden trends are ever changing, from egg chairs to rattan furniture, but one thing that remains the ultimate garden luxury is of course a hot tub.

Are you feeling a little Whistle-down now that you've binge-watched series two of Bridgerton? Let Stradivarius cheer you up.

Ocado has launched a new range of Disney-inspired meals with mum and author Giovanna Fletcher.

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

A SINGING icon has praised a company for providing aid to Ukraine.

A special commemoration event was held to remember all those who lost their lives to the Covid-19 pandemic.

A TEACHER has been suspended from an under-fire school amid an investigation into an Islamophobic item taken on to its premises.

COLCHESTER’S MP has conceded Covid-restriction busting parties held across Downing Street and Whitehall “shouldn’t have happened”.

AN inspiring young fundraiser has dedicated herself to helping the terrified children having to flee a war-torn European country with their families.

YOUNG children who may one day consider heading out on the beat were treated to an extra special visit.

A UNIQUE activity venue has announced it is to close amid moving premises.

CARS are set to be permanently banned from Colchester High Street, the Gazette has revealed.

HUGE plans to build a new theme park - dubbed the UK’s answer to Disneyland - have been withdrawn.

A PUB has finally reopened following a whopping £400k investment and being brought under new management.

Plans for a major new road helping connect 14,000 new homes with Braintree and Chelmsford have been given planning permission.

A SUPERSTAR swimmer who is making a real splash in memory of four family members is hoping his efforts in the pool will raise hundreds for charity.

A COMMUNITY champion will be once again helping less fortunate youngsters to have a night to remember.

TICKETS for an annual celebration of love, equality and diversity have gone on sale – and hundreds have been released at a discounted price.

COLCHESTER’S MP says he is disappointed in actor Will Smith after he caused a storm after slapping a comedian at the Oscars.

TWO lanes have been closed on the A12 as emergency services deal with an incident.

The coverage of the war in Ukraine has compelled thousands of people across the country to ask themselves just what they can do to help people who are suffering from the Russian invasion.

A Year Seven boy has died after a "medical emergency" at the school.

A DISABLED pensioner says allotment bosses are refusing to replace his damaged fence after land he didn’t know he owned was used as a dumping ground.

AN alleged rapist told his victim no-one would believe her if she tried to seek help, a court heard.

A community fundraiser in aid of suffering Ukrainians proved to be a huge success as people flocked to the stalls.

A COMMUNITY stalwart who plays Wordle daily with her daughters has celebrated her 100th birthday in style.

CARS are set to be permanently banned from Colchester High Street, the Gazette can reveal.

A MAN has been spared prison after helping his friend to hide two weapons in the aftermath of a crossbow shooting.

The Metropolitan Police said 20 fixed penalty notices will be referred to the ACRO Criminal Records Office.

Here’s everything you need to know about the mobile phone bill hike and who is affected.

Martin Lewis issued a bleak statement that 85% of people are now better off ditching cash ISA rates.

Gin not for you? Not to worry, Aldi has a wide range of summery spirits that are sure to suit everyone.

Marks and Spencers has everything you could need to make the perfect Easter Day.

Payday is as good an excuse as ever for a treat.

H Samuel has a huge 60 percent off some items online, here are our favourite picks.

A Dartmoor pub gives their ploughman’s lunch a more inclusive name and people on Twitter are not happy.

A MAN who believed he was engaging in a sexually-charged conversation with a 13-year-old girl was, in fact, speaking with an adult, a court heard.

A PROBLEMATIC drain which is said to have been leaking smelly sewage water for more than two years has been described as an environmental hazard.