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Sun, 01 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Colchester Westie walkers meet up in High Woods Country Park
FIELDS were filled with Westies at a popular group event for the dog lovers.

Sun, 01 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Reader letter on empty shops and Colchester town centre
Reader letter on empty shops and Colchester town centre

Sun, 01 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Blackadder and The Fourth Protocol were filmed in Colchester
Here is a list of some which used the borough as their backdrop

Sun, 01 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Hollywood stars of Apple TV's The Essex Serpent attend screening
HOLLYWOOD icons set to star in a new series filmed in a variety of Essex beauty spots attended a special screening ahead of its release next month.

Sun, 01 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Colchester community launches project to support Ukrainian refugees
LAST weekend the Colchester to Ukraine: Humanitarian & Emergency Aid Campaign is was officially launched at Colchester Town Hall.

Sun, 01 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
The death notices published in the Gazette this week
The death notices published in the Gazette this week

Sun, 01 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Huge £2 million house goes up for sale in Great Horkesley
A LUXURY countryside mansion has gone on the property market for just under £2 million.

Sun, 01 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Top 5 fine dining restaurants around Colchester according to TripAdvisor
There is much to be proud of about Colchester and its fair share of places serving top notch food is definitely worth a mention.

Sun, 01 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The jobs available at Colchester Zoo right now
There are often opportunities at the Maldon Road attraction

Sun, 01 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Colchester slimmer reveals secrets to her weight loss
She has revealed her slimming secrets

Sun, 01 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Iceland launches new frozen treats to its range from Hershey's to Baileys - Check it out
Iceland has launched even more frozen treats to its range just in time for summer including new Baileys and Hershey's ice creams.

Sun, 01 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Bank Holiday: See the MuscleFood BBQ hamper that can feed the whole family
Get the BBQ on this weekend with this huge hamper from MuscleFood.

Sun, 01 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday, May 1
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, May 1.

Sun, 01 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
JD launches Bank Holiday sale with up to 60 percent off Nike, adidas and more brands
JD has launched a huge sale with up to 60% off its range to mark the Bank Holiday weekend. See the best deals.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 22:45:30 +0100
Spring Harvest returns for 2022!- Jessica Beackon The Boswells School
In the lead up to Easter, Butlins Skegness hosted the 2022 return of Spring Harvest! A five day Christian-based holiday with worship groups, fun afternoon activities and live music!

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 21:25:47 +0100
Queen Street Brewhouse hosts another stellar gig - Sophie Martin, Colchester Sixth Form
On Friday 22nd April, Queen Street Brewhouse held another one of their popular gigs that are now becoming a weekly tradition for Colchester students to attend, making it a frequent socialising spot for surrounding teens to end their week. Hosting a r...

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 19:53:48 +0100
Students have their say on local elections
Many students will vote for the first time this year and many stand on the brink of doing so. With the current political climate, these elections give a definitive insight into the elusive public opinion of the British people. Such a time invites the...

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 17:15:47 +0100
Exams: Torture for Triumph?- By Joseph Mansbridge
In a nuanced conversation with a student the flaws and necessities of exams are exposed

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 15:33:17 +0100
Large cannabis farm discovered at Essex industrial unit
A LARGE cannabis farm was discovered in Witham this week after police were called to a burglary.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 15:09:48 +0100
Eric Nam: TABA tour in London, a review- Emily Adcock, Colchester Sixth Form College
Thousands of fans waited eagerly in line outside the venue, the atmosphere buzzing, waiting to enter. For many of us, it was our first concert since before the pandemic, and it felt great to be back. On April 13th, 33-year-old Korean-American artist,...

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 14:09:37 +0100
Missing teenage girl might have been seen in Colchester
Police are appealing for the public’s help to find a teenage girl who has been missing for more than a month.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 13:24:25 +0100
Missing 14-year-old girl from Halstead is found
Essex Police is appealing for the public’s help to find a 14-year-old girl who is missing from Halstead.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 11:10:03 +0100
Emergency services at scene of crash in Great Bentley
A ROAD has been closed while emergency services are at the scene of a crash.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Annabelle from Great Dunmow joins new clinical trials for MS
A WOMAN from Essex will be the first person to join a new clinical trial for multiple sclerosis.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Reader letter on car sharing and Colchester
Reader letter on car sharing and Colchester

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Best nightclubs in Colchester from days gone by
Do you remember any of these nightclubs?

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Those who have assaulted police officers in Colchester named
EVERY day Colchester Magistrates’ Court hears a variety of crimes.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
All the dates for car boot sale events across Essex
WITH the cost of living rising across the UK, many Brits will be hoping to grab a bargain or make some extra money from a car boot sale.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Tributes to Brightlingsea D-Day war hero George Illsley
The hero was one of the first Allied troops to land on D-Day

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Plans submitted to develop Fingringhoe Ranges
PLANS to develop Fingringhoe Ranges for military operations have taken another step forward.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Wivenhoe to Rowhedge ferry opens new pontoon
The last commercial ferry stopped in 1968

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Round-up of the upcoming roadworks in mid and north Essex
TWO roads in Colchester are set to get temporary 30mph speed limits.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Gazette readers on whether smacking should be illegal
Disciplining children with a smack is illegal in Scotland and Wales

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Take a look inside White Hart Inn, Mersea, amid revamp works
A PUB set to open for the first time since 2013 has released a series of pictures detailing its dramatic revamp.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
What is the make-up of Colchester council ahead of election?
People across Colchester will head to the polls

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Pictures from archive show life in Colchester in the 1980s
During the decade it was a time of big change for the town centre

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 20:28:44 +0100
Britain's Got Talent fans spot similiarities between Honey Scott and Lucy Spraggan on ITV show
Britain's Got Talent fans are all saying the same thing about singing contestant Honey Scott.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
LEGO has launched three Lightyear sets - See them here
LEGO has released new Lightyear sets for Buzzlight year fans to buy and build.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100
The top 10 best luxury hostels for a solo getaway in the UK
There are a number of hostels that stand well above the rest that are still affordable to go to in the UK

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
ARRAN Sense of Scotland swaps soaps, hand wash and more for sustainable range
We tried some ARRAN Sense of Scotland products where the sustainable soaps and handwasheds are made. Here's what we thought.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Sony unveils two new laser home projectors to help you create your own home cinema
Kit out your own home cinema with one of these Sony home projectors.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 03:00:00 +0100
M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex from April 29 - May 1
Essex will have a few closures affecting the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing in the early hours of the morning over the weekend

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0100
New Feathers hair salon opens in Tiptree at former Coral
A SALON is looking forward to being “part of a bustling community” after opening in the heart of Tiptree.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Gordon Ramsay's new BBC show filmed on Mersea Island to air
CELEBRITY chef royalty paid a visit to a renowned oysterman in an exciting television show due to be released next week.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta sends letter to son of Christopher Scales
A FOOTBALL fan “cried tears of joy” after receiving a personal letter from the manager of a football club he used to cheer on with his missing dad.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 15:06:21 +0100
Colchester man part of four arrested after attempted ATM thefts
MULTIPLE men have been arrested in connection with an ongoing police investigation into two attempted ATM thefts.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:36:39 +0100
'Lakeside Shopping Centre is safe and you shouldn’t be afraid of going'
Police bosses say Lakeside is safe and the public should not fear going after a man was murdered inside the centre.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:08:04 +0100
More acts announced for Michael Ball and Alfie Boe's Colchester show
THE support acts for a huge summer show headlined by two of the greatest singers in the country have been announced.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:54:23 +0100
Cash and cocaine seized after police raid in Braintree
POLICE have seized hundreds of pounds of cash and drugs following a drugs raid in Braintree.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:28:43 +0100
New Canine Dip and Dive pool for dogs opens in Essex
A NEW dog pool has been hailed as a success as its loved by owners and their furry friends alike.



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