Colchester United are looking to bring in another forward ahead of the new League Two season

There is excitement among wildlife experts after a possible killer whale sighting was reported off the coast of Brighton.

The Flag Inn in Wivenhoe will be turned into a B&B, takeaway and community bar after plans were approved by Colchester Council.

These stunning photos show June's Strawberry Moon above some of Colchester's famous landmarks.

A TIPTREE care facility has been hailed for providing a fun, positive atmosphere for residents.

HOCKEY players have the chance to enjoy “one last hurrah” before their club folds.

EVERY eligible resident living in one part of Colchester has received a Covid vaccine, according to the latest figures.

A safe containing a large sum of cash was stolen from a hotel in Colchester High Street, leading to a CCTV appeal.

The new model is inspired by the UK’s 2004/05 nutrient profile system, the French Nutriscore system and the Australian Health Star Rating serve.

THOUSANDS of visitors flocked to a festival for foodies this weekend.

CLACTON could be set for a bumper summer after it was revealed the resort has seen the biggest increase in Google searches for staycation holidays in the UK.

A COUPLE had to move home empty-handed after a removal van carrying their possessions was stolen. Jane and Steve May, previously of Boley Drive, Clacton, have just embarked on a lengthy move to Derby to be closer to their family.

A PARANOID schizophrenic told a police call handler he would “cut and chop up” his neighbour after he became angry over an investigation into an allegation of assault.

A COUPLE had to move home empty-handed after a removal van carrying their possessions was stolen. Jane and Steve May, previously of Boley Drive, Clacton, have just embarked on a lengthy move to Derby to be closer to their family.

It is set to be a busy night tomorrow for pubs across Colchester as England take on Germany at Euro 2020.

Colchester United new signings Frank Nouble and Freddie Sears were together at West Ham United

EMERGENCY services were forced to work against the clock after being called to a woman's aide following a collision.

POLICE have confirmed a man has been charged following a collision which saw a man sustain life-changing injuries.

POLICE are after information following an an attempted burglary at a home in Colchester.

THE nations new Health Secretary is starting his first day in the role following the resignation of Matt Hancock.

GET your face paint on, slip into a fancy dress outfit and fill your pockets with pennies.

Parents spend on average between £337 and £315for each child, according to The Children’s Society.

A PLAN to help address “problematic” displays and encourage greater diversity at museums in Colchester has been agreed.

Motoring experts have shed light on some of the most asked driving questions on the internet.

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

BY his own admission, Stephen Salmon had hit rock bottom.

A DOTING brother gave up his job to care for his sibling after both their parents died within a year of each other.

Individuals and companies in Essex have been named on a government list of tax defaulters.

LUNGWORM hotspots in Essex have been revealed after vets warn thousands of dogs are at risk from the deadly parasite.

A HEALTH boss has warned “coronavirus will be around for the rest of our lives”.

Essex will have two representatives in the upcoming series of Love Island.

These are the roads in Colchester where the most incidents involved pedestrians.

A THERAPIST has shared the turmoil of being left "powerless" while her husband lay in a coma with Covid-19 for weeks.

FORMER Colchester United striker Macauley Bonne has signed for Ipswich Town on a season-long loan.

Colchester United head coach Hayden Mullins on transfer business

A RAIL service is warning of delays after revealing a person has been hit by a train.

POLICE are appealing for information following an incident which saw a man knocked unconscious and robbed.

Four businesses in Essex have been awarded honours by the team at the Good Food Award.

Mark Cory, Colchester Council's youngest ever leader, discusses his achievements and regrets after moving into opposition.

A NEW shop stocking the county’s finest food and drink is set to showcase the best of Essex.

A BUSY Colchester road is closing while work is carried out by Anglian Water.

During lockdown, reading provided an emotional crutch for so many of us, offering escape routes to fantasy worlds.

An interactive map shows the most famous people from areas of north Essex - and you might be surprised by the results.

He has previously warned Brits that they need to be aware of additional symptoms not listed by the NHS.

One victim reportedly lost £80,000 after being duped by the scam.

Here are the top ten beaches in Essex according to online publication Beach Guide, which works using users' reviews.

A charity football tournament is being held at Alresford Colne Rangers in memory of Lee Pennycuick and Chris Ekins.

COLCHESTER Zoo has been ranked as one of the best zoos in the UK.

IT’S the end of an era for Stuart and Jacqueline Rudge.

Dozens of further cases of the Delta variant of coronavirus have been recorded in Colchester, new figures reveal.