Archive - Tuesday, 18 June 2019

FC Clacton lead the way in our team of the year
It's no surprise which side were the biggest winners in the Gazette's Non-league Team of the Year poll.
John Popplewell's angling column: anchovies, normally found in the Mediterranean and around the Spanish coast, head for Essex shores
JUST when you think our shore fishing is on the up, something comes along to hamper the beach anglers.
Families join in the fun at Young Children’s Festival in Castle Park
THOUSANDS of children made the most of free activities on offer at the Young Children’s Festival.
On cloud nine at Buckingham Palace reception
CLOUDFM chief executive Jeff Dewing and chief systems architect James Blackman had a right royal welcome they were invited to a reception at Buckingham Palace.
Bakers are called to rise again for music festival tea tent
FOODBANK volunteers are asking keen bakers to whip up some cakes for a fundraising event.
Campaigner's bid to have MPs discuss library axe plans
A CAMPAIGNER fighting to see an under-threat library spared the axe has successfully launched a national petition.
Calls for action at accident blackspot as petition is handed to Highways bosses
URGENT calls have been made for safety measures to be put in place at an accident blackspot.
Community council gives mixed review of Northern Gateway plan
A COMMUNITY council says it “broadly welcomes” plans for hundreds of homes but demanded action on poor infrastructure.
Stephens impresses ahead of World Championships
COLCHESTER Swimming Club member Laura Stephens warmed up for next month's World Championships with an impressive performance in the Mare Nostrum Swim Series.
MPs warn doctors have 'serious lack of training' on eating disorders
PATIENTS with eating disorders are being put at risk as doctors have a 'serious lack of training' on the conditions, MPs have warned.
Comber: we'll have fire in our bellies after controversial cancellation
FRINTON Cricket Club skipper Mike Comber believes his players will have extra fire in their bellies when they return to action on Saturday.
Services disrupted after cow is hit by train
Train services are disrupted this morning after a train hit an animal which had wandered on to the line.
This 40-piece orchestra could be performing to you and your work colleagues
A FESTIVAL is taking the idea of a pop-up orchestra one step further by offering the chance of a private performance in the workplace.
More than 24 hours of thunderstorms and rain to hit Essex today
MORE than 24 hours of torrential rain and thunderstorms are set to hit Essex today.
Muntjac deer spotted leaping into sea from Clacton Pier
VISITORS watched on in amazement as a muntjac deer jumped off the end of Clacton Pier into the North Sea before swimming ashore.
Warning for holidaymakers heading to Spain as 40,000 officers deployed
Holidaymakers jetting off to Spain for some summer sun this year may notice heightened security.
Drivers who ignore roadworks warnings could have parked cars removed under new rules
CARS left parked in areas set for roadworks could be towed away under new rules.
Thieves who stole mobility scooter while amputee was in hospital branded 'scum’
AN amputee has hit out at callous burglars who stole his “lifeline” mobility scooter while he was in hospital.
Court hears murder accused ‘threatened to kill man on phone’
ONE of the accused in a murder trial threatened to kill Paul Gillett and burn down his flat just hours before his body was discovered, a court has heard.
Apache helicopters in two near misses over disused airfield
MILITARY helicopters came close to crashing into light aircraft twice in a matter of weeks over the same disused airfield.
'We are hugely indebted to Jack' - teenager saves cricketer’s life by performing lifesaving CPR
A LIFESAVING teenager has been praised for going to the aid of a cricketer who collapsed in the middle of a match.
Where are they now? What happened to the U's released players
THERE are plenty of players on the lookout for new clubs, at this time of year.
Father's Day argy-bargy at Toby Carvery
A BRAWL broke out in a popular restaurant as families enjoyed a Father’s Day meal.
Elizabeth 'Betty' Cottee
COTTEE Elizabeth 'Betty' Passed away peacefully on 3rd June 2019 aged 82 years. Devoted Wife of the late Peter and loving Mum, Nanna and Mother-in-law. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Colchester…
Barbara Campbell
CAMPBELL Barbara Aged 81 Sadly passed away on the 2nd June 2019. Wife to the late Charles Campbell, Mum to Sandra, Duncan, and Allison, Nan to Emma, Carl, Liam, Beth and Connor, Great Grandma to Brooke, Taylor, Scarlet and Mila-Blu. She will be greatly…
Jose Manuel PAZ CAAMAÑO
JOSE MANUEL PAZ CAAMAÑO 07.05.1961 - 18.06.2011 In Loving Memory of my darling Husband. Taken too soon, always missed, June
Dawn Gregory
GREGORY Dawn Dawn, formerly of Felsted Essex, sadly passed away at Darlington Memorial Hospital on 2nd June 2019, aged 78. Will be sadly missed by Sons Simon and Andrew.

17th June 2019