Matt Coward-Holley won shooting bronze for Great Britain in the men’s trap at the Tokyo Olympics.

Matthew Coward-Holley has claimed a bronze medal in the men's trap shooting final, taking Great Britain's total to 17 medals of the Tokyo Olympics.

The new German Doner Kebab in Colchester High Street is now open, the firm has announced on social media.

Covid rates are dropping in most parts of Colchester - here is where they've increased.

DISGRUNTLED pensioners are threatening to hire a hawk to prevent pesky pigeons pooing all over their street.

A PRE-SCHOOL has received a glowing Ofsted report across the board following an inspection.

AN inspiring mum who is bravely fighting cancer is preparing to embark on a fundraising walk to raise money for a charity close to her heart.

A COLCHESTER branch of Specsavers has installed a community defibrillator to provide immediate support to anyone suffering cardiac arrest.

Fenwick Colchester will remain closed on Thursday after a five-year-old boy was seriously injured inside the store on Tuesday morning.

A RAILWAY museum is hoping to raise £100,000 in a bid restore its flagship locomotive before its centenary celebration.

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A BRAVE firefighter has received a coveted award after his quick thinking saved a woman's life.

A YOUNG dealer found with thousands of pounds worth of drugs was warned by his mother he was “slipping deeper and deeper into darkness”.

A TEENAGER jointly charged with murdering a pensioner in his own home told the police he thought he was participating in a robbery and his victim “would only get a smack”.

A POPULAR bistro has scooped a clutch of prestigious accolades in recognition of its superb dining and luxurious accommodation.

SOUVENIR cups from chariot races have been found during an excavation of a key town centre site.

Police are appealing for information after three people were taken to hospital following a collision.

Tesco is offering a £1,000 joining bonus to lorry drivers who take jobs with the company before the end of September amid staffing pressures on the UK’s supermarkets.

THE reopening of a lane closed due to bridge repairs at Ipswich Road in Colchester has been delayed, it has been revealed.

A BELOVED carer who “never truly understood how loved she was” has tragically died after a hernia which she had battled for years exploded.

A SPOKESMAN for the Fantasia event in Promenade Park this Saturday confirmed that Rylan Clark-Neal has pulled out from attending.

WORKS, which are expected to last for months, have begun on an a new town centre public space.

THE world’s largest luxury sailing ship is returning to Harwich next week following its inaugural voyage around the country.

Bosses at Fenwick say they are 'shocked and saddened' by an incident which left a five-year-old boy seriously injured.

A YOUNG child remains in hospital after sustaining a "serious head injury" in a Colchester department store.

CARTOON characters and children's television presenters are set to bring the fun to Tendring caravan parks throughout the summer holidays.

Firefighters have rescued a woman from a kitchen fire after chips caught alight.

Forecasters say there is an increasing chance of Colchester being hit by thunderstorms this afternoon.

HUNDREDS of school children from across north east Essex have been able to explore a historic estate all thanks to a free trips programme.

FIREFIGHTERS had to be called to the aid of a kitten after a lorry driver noticed it was trapped in his truck's engine.

A FORMER hotel owner and passionate classic car enthusiast has been unveiled as a community group’s chairman for the new charity year.

Two exhibitions at Firstsite will be closed today after staff were told to self-isolate.

POLITICIANS visited a seaside town to better understand the amusement and gaming industry ahead of a review of the country’s gambling legislation.

TODAY’S Camera Club spread includes some spectacular wildlife shots.

The sexiest towns in Essex have been revealed in a new map.

THE flight times of a special aviation extravaganza which will this year replace the traditional Clacton Airshow have now been revealed.

A primary teacher who has served since the mid ‘90s has retired after over 20 years’ service.

POLICE are appealing for the support of residents in a bid to track down a stolen van.

A 52-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency work after police were called to Queen Street, Colchester.

Lion Walk Shopping Centre's Summer Drinks Terrace is relaunching this weekend with live DJs and a special event for the Royal British Legion.

SPORTS fans had the chance to try activities, watch demonstrations and enjoy taster sessions at a special open day in Colchester.

PLANS for a statue celebrating the sisters behind the famous nursery rhyme Twinkle, Twinkle Little star are set to be approved.

COLCHESTER United new-boy Alan Judge was among the goalscorers as the U's drew 3-3 with Ipswich Town.

COLCHESTER United boss Hayden Mullins is eager to prove his worth in his first senior managerial role and help inspire the next generation of coaches from black and ethnic minority backgrounds.

INSPIRING seasiders formed a protective chain around a stroke survivor after they were swept onto a cluster of dangerous rocks and lost feeling in their body.

GYMNAST Alice Kinsella admitted being speechless after helping Team GB win an unexpected bronze medal at the Olympic Games.

A LIFEBOAT crew was in the middle of preparing for a coxswain's memorial service when their pagers sounded after reports of a missing swimmer were made.

A TRUCK driver who fractured his hip in a nasty crash which left him trapped has praised the emergency services for getting him to safety.

A CAR was found on its roof after landing in a resident’s front garden following a devastating crash.

As a general rule, you shouldn’t get closer than 20 metres to a seal unless they approach you.