Whether you’re in the mood for a full cooked, stacked pancakes or all of the above, Colchester's restaurants and cafes have got you sorted.

More households were threatened with homelessness through no-fault evictions last autumn than before the pandemic, figures show.

AN Essex star is set to wow Eurovision fans as he represents the UK.

MAIN roads in a north Essex town are set to close for a cycle race.

People will be able to spot the planes on two dates

THERE were almost 60 stop and search incidents carried out in Colchester town centre in March, figures reveal.

Colchester Council has refused the plans

In 2021 the same three schools topped the list

They have revealed what it is like to work at Colchester Hospital

She felt a click in her neck whilst tidying and was left in agony

ESSEX Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information on the following crimes in and around Colchester and north Essex to contact them.

PEOPLE suffering a stroke are being made to wait for more than one hour for an ambulance to arrive, shocking figures reveal.

A SECOND man has come forward to explain his experience of saving over a dozen animals in a house fire that raged through a property on Cavendish Avenue.

DOG lovers showed off their precious pooches at a show held by an animal welfare charity.

THREE Colchester paratroopers have been awarded for their bravery during evacuation efforts in Afghanistan.

Drivers can expect delays as an important main road is shut following an accident.

A DETECTIVE says the streets of Colchester are safer after six people were jailed for a total of more than 40 years for their roles in the supply of drugs.

Tens of thousands of patients were waiting for routine treatment at the East Suffolk and North Essex Trust in March, figures show.

FOUR courses are now up and running as part of a pilot project to help Tendring residents learn new skills, find employment or start a new business.

TWO people have been charged as part of an investigation into the supply of Class A drugs in north Essex.

A MAN has been arrested at a Colchester railway station after being caught with £1,200 in cash.

A 15-YEAR-OLD is looking forward to running is first marathon after completing a 10km race alongside his father.

A WOMAN who got behind the wheel despite being banned from driving has been punished.

THOUSANDS turned out to watch the action as a kart race returned to hit a town’s streets.

MORE than £100,009 has been donated to a number of charities in the area.

AN author has republished more copies of his popular book about the Naze in Walton.

Titus Andonicus by the Headgate Theatre Company

A ROCK and roll evening of music will pay tribute to the sounds of a revered cultural movement which shaped a generation when it is staged as a town centre venue.

AN exciting circus show will be staged at a popular entertainment venue next month.

COLCHESTER’S MP says it is vital to keep supporting the mental health of young people after a £10 million funding boost.

UNIVERSITY students are preparing to hold a unique and exciting bingo event with a difference with a view of helping preserve the wonders of history.

POLICE officers are appealing for witnesses following a large vehicle overturning on a busy roundabout last night.

It will feature everything from vegan options to pub classics

TWO top beaches in Tendring have been handed prestigious Blue Flags this summer - but a third pulled out of the awards due to a drop in water quality.

LABOUR MP Stella Creasy has revealed she was threatened with gang rape during a two year campaign of sexual harassment at Cambridge University.

A FOODBANK boss says he is looking for additional space amid fears the current lifeline centres could become overwhelmed by demand.

A DETERMINED group of friends are preparing to cycle hundreds of miles across four different countries in memory of their late pal who died of cancer.

STEPS have been taken towards saving an historic war memorial which is crumbling to the ground.

A MAN accused of taking a woman’s bank card and phone in an effort to control her will likely face trial, a court heard.

TWO police officers who courageously plunged into the freezing cold sea to rescue what appeared to be a drowning couple have been handed bravery awards.

LEGO has united with Hasbro to reveal the new fully converting LEGO Transformers Optimus Prime set. 

Try these three delicious cocktail recipes from The Bottle Club to celebrate the right way!

With glimpses of sunny days gracing us over the weekend, hopefully the warmer weather is here to stay.

As if we need an excuse to have a cocktail, but this Friday, May 13 we really do have one as it's World Cocktail Day!

Essex Police and fire are on the scene.

The appointment comes after teachers went on strike last year

A RAPIST who told his schoolgirl victim no one would believe her if she tried to speak out has been jailed for 15 years.

Derek Cook had his wish to return to Portman Road granted by care home staff after returning to Portman Road for the first time in three years.

The auction of the former site of the Odeon has been delayed once again as the wait goes on to decide the building’s future.

Two men saved over a dozen animals after a fire engulfed a bungalow in Colchester.