ESSEX Police has said it is working with Essex County Council to support victims of sexual abuse after allegations were levelled at one of the country’s top grammar schools.

Covid-19 infection has a distinct smell that can be detected by specially trained dogs, a study has found.

A MAN who spat blood at a police officer during the height of the coronavirus crisis has been warned to expect a prison sentence for his “appalling” behaviour.

TEACHERS, school students and parents are at war with the bosses of an academy trust over how they feel their college is being run.

Colchester Council has received anoter £385,000 from the Government to support rough sleepers in the borough.

A CHARITY has received a major cash boost to help it continue to support refugee families and families from diverse background who have children with special educational needs.

TOP technology is being used to keep elderly people in touch with loved ones.

A CAMPAIGN group has renewed its calls for support in combating an ever-eroding cliff face, stressing action must be taken “before it is too late”.

DRUG dealers who ran a sophisticated drug supply line by hiding thousands of pounds worth of cocaine underground have been locked up for a combined 30 years.

AN elderly couple are feeling all loved-up after renewing their wedding vows during an “unbelievable” ceremony arranged by care home workers.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was found with stab wounds outside a kebab house last night.

AN 18-year-old man has been arrested after an alleged stabbing which resulted in a 60-year-old man being rushed to hospital.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a woman in her 40s was assaulted last night.

The Home Secretary said the reputation of the BBC has been ‘compromised’.

by SIR BOB RUSSELL

DRIVERS could end up saving hundreds of pounds thanks to a new car insurance trick shared by money saving guru Martin Lewis.

A hoard of jewellery and valuables found stashed away beneath a Colchester shop in 2014 is taking centre stage in an exhibition.

A CARER from Colchester has told how she feels an “overwhelming sense of guilt” after having to move her husband of 55 years into a care home.

HERE are the death notices published in the Gazette this week:

AS MANY of us emerge from our homes, some will be beginning to plan more exciting day trips and branching out further afield.

Vote in our poll as to which street in Colchester you think is the most beautiful.

Apartment living is proving popular in Colchester, according to an Essex property expert.

A FLORIST has entered the subscription market after launching their new monthly service this year.

Since the start of the year locations across Essex have been used as film set locations.

A DRIVER who undertook a police car at 80mph has been hit with a hefty fine.

Here are just some of the empty buildings in Colchester which are set to be brought back to life.

A GARDEN centre café has used the tips they get from hot drinks to buy more than 100 new fans to keep hospital patients cool.

A GREAT-GRANDFATHER who dedicated his life to teaching and the church will be remembered as a “true gentleman” by his family.

ESSEX Police are appealing for witnesses after a knifepoint robbery in Braintree.

If you have items that you no longer use, it’s worth knowing that some retailers will buy them back.

A FIREFIGHTER who found herself in a “dark place” following the death of her boyfriend and then getting in a toxic relationship has spoken about her mental health fight.

ESSEX residents have been invited to have their say on e-scooter trials taking place across the county.

RESTAURANTS are back open both inside and outside to the delight of foodies across north Essex.

DRIVERS should be aware of an important road closure in Colchester.

VETERAN councillor and former leader of Colchester Council Anne Turrell has seen more than her fair share of change in the town during her two decades in politics.

Chelmsford restaurants are amongst the cleanest in the UK, according to new analysis of official food hygiene ratings.

Tonight the Eurovision song contest takes places - but can you remember the year an Essex star was the UK's entry?

Police officers in Essex were paid almost £76 million in overtime in the ten years up to 2020.

Despite being under lockdown restrictions, violent and sexual offences topped reported crime in March 2021.

Here are five pubs in Colchester where you do not need to book in advance of visiting.

Here are all the films being played at the food and film festival coming to Castle Park in Colchester this August.

Parking bays for electric vehicles could be introduced at two streets in Colchester.

POLICE investigating the murder of Scott Gilhooly described it as a "cowardly, vicious and brutal attack".

DOGS on beaches is always a hot topic across Essex, with owners desperate to walk their pooches along the sand and shingle.

The number of school exclusions for sexual misconduct across Essex since 2014 have been revealed.

A SENSATIONAL portrait of the late Helen McCrory has gone under the hammer for more than £1,000.

Essex Police officers recovered a Range Rover stolen from Queen Elizabeth Way, Colchester, 11 minutes after it was reported stolen.

The Safer Essex Roads Partnership has released shocking footage of a series of close passes of cyclists by drivers on roads in Essex.

The George Hotel has given residents a sneak peak at the premises after its £10 million revamp and announced it will open on Friday, May 28.

TRIBUTES have been paid following the tragic death of an “optimistic” teenager who “had his whole life ahead of him”.