THEY maybe called the King Blues, but their music won’t get you down. In fact, the three-piece are a furious, rootsy ska-punk celebration who are pious supporters of both the anticapitalism and antiracism movements. No surprise then
Graham Napier delivered a rousing all-round performance to inspire the Essex Eagles to a six-wicket Friends Provident Trophy victory over the Derbyshire Phantoms with 17 balls to spare at Derby. Napier marked his second appearance since returning from
SEVEN heroic Colchester police officers have been given special commendations for their bravery, selflessness and dedication. The men, who are special constables, traffic officers and bobbies on the beat, were presented with certificates by
A decade of hard work has finally paid off for Colchester’s cricketing superstar Graham Napier. The Essex all-rounder is celebrating after receiving his first England call-up – for the World Twenty20 Cup in June. It comes on the back of Napier making
A DRUG addict with a long history of shoplifting and pick-pocketing has been banned from Colchester town centre. The injunction against Calvin Reid, who has 78 convictions for 188 offences, bars him from entering the town except for pre-arranged appointments
Colchester United’s players will find out if they have a future at the club today. Manager Paul Lambert will talk to the whole of his squad on an individual basis and inform them whether or not they play a part in his plans. It is rumoured the U’s boss
ROY Keane reflected on an ‘invaluable’ first ten days in charge of Ipswich Town, after guiding his new team to a 2-1 victory against Coventry. The Blues boss has enjoyed two straight wins since replacing the sacked Jim Magilton, having also tasted victory
Harwich and Parkeston boss Mark Morsley wants to know as soon as possible which division his side will be competing in next season. The Shrimpers finished second from bottom in the premier division – and therefore in the relegation zone – after Saturday
Halstead Town agonisingly missed out on promotion on goal difference after a dramatic final day of the season in Ridgeons League division one. Town drew 1-1 at Great Yarmouth Town and with nearest rivals Debenham LC thrashing March Town United 7-0, Halstead
An ‘embarassing’ defeat at King’s Lynn Reserves signed-off a turbulent season for Wivenhoe Town and it was a performance that infuriated manager Julian Dicks. Having made their Ridgeons League premier division place safe a couple of weeks ago, the Dragons
Tiptree United manager Colin Wallington believes he can build a title-winning team next season – whatever league his side find themselves in. The Jam-makers ended their Ridgeons League premier division campaign on a losing note as Dereham Town left Chapel
The playing future of Stanway Rovers is in good hands if their final Ridgeons League premier division game of the season is anything to go by. It was visitors CRC who took the three points with a 3-2 win on the day and wrapped up the league’s runner-up
FOR most of us, jumping on a bus or train is something we do without a second’s thought. Our biggest frustration comes when they are either delayed or cancelled, but, for the most part, using public transport is a doddle. But this is anything but the
RESIDENTS are being asked for their say on development plans for the area around Colchester’s North Station. As part of a two-day exhibition, people will be asked for their opinions on the proposals, which include ideas to cut congestion and provide
IT would be hard to meet someone more positive and happy as Ocean WhiteHawk (sic). When we met, the 47-year-old mum-of-one wrapped her arms around me in a big hug, immediately banishing the awkwardness and formality that can arise at first meetings.
THERE’S a long way to grow... but saplings planted by these youngsters will one day replace trees all over their neighbourhood. Pupils have created their own tree nursery in the grounds of Friars Grove Infant School, in St John’s, Colchester. They have
SOCCER club bosses hope to beat the recession by raffling off FC Clacton’s £15,000 sponsorship deal. The Seasiders are holding a logo lottery giving companies the chance to land the two-year deal. The Rush Green Road club are selling
THE owner of a historic granary has pleaded for help to save and restore the landmark. Tollesbury Granary’s fate could be sealed if a funding application is unsuccessful or if a storm were to hit the village. The foundations of the Grade II listed
SOME of Essex’s most picturesque buildings are opening their doors to the public on National Mills Weekend. Six mills owned by Essex County Council will be on view on Sunday, May 10, including windmills at Finchingfield, Aythorpe Roding, Stock and Mountnessing
CLACTON is to get its first professional pantomime season. Christmas may be eight months away, but a deal has been struck to bring a professional pantomime company to town with a bumper 22 shows. A Lincolnshire-based company has been signed up by
A SCARY campaigner has made students think twice about how they treat other people. A USA-based speaker, who changed his name by deed poll to Scary Guy, has been campaigning around the world to eliminate hate, violence, prejudice and bullying. During
AN award-winning journalist, author and broadcaster returned to his Braintree roots to help him record a new radio series. BBC news broadcaster Mike Baker was in town for part of a new Radio 4 series at Braintree District Museum. He
A PLAN for eight houses on a site in Colchester has been approved, despite complaints from residents. The five bungalows and three two-storey houses can now be built on the former ATS garage in Ipswich Road. Colchester Council’s planning
A SCHOOLGIRL is celebrating success on the stage days after leaving hospital. Kimberley Diebelius won the first round of a talent competition for Park Resorts holiday park, just days after leaving Colchester General Hospital’s high dependency
THE findings of a task group set up to look into the creation of a new power station at Bradwell are to go before Colchester Council. Members of the council’s strategic overview and scrutiny panel are expected to consider and endorse proposals
A PENSIONER claims her street is “becoming a slum” due to constant fly-tipping. The 76-year-old, who did not want to be named, said litterbugs are targeting Burstall Close, on Clacton’s Percy King Estate. She said the land is owned by
IF you are taking part in the Race for Life in Colchester’s Castle Park, you may come face to face with one of these people. Spare a thought for them because, long before the race starts, they will be marking out the course and making it safe
WHILE British military operations in Iraq have come to an end, the legacy of soldiers requiring help will live on. Terry Sutton, Colchester branch president of the Royal British Legion, said thousands of soldiers will need the charity’s support
