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Tonight, Colchester Council's Scrutiny Panel will discuss the cabinet's decision to change the town's strapline from Oldest Recorded Town to Britain's First City. No decision will be made tonight, but the panel will make a recommendation to to the…
COLCHESTER councillors have agreed to pump £450,000 into getting plans for three new towns off the ground.
COLLEGE conservationists are hoping to attract a colony of swifts to their town centre building.
AN Essex University lecturer is understood to have been suspended while claims he posted anti-Semitic material on his Facebook account are investigated.
I AM more than a bit obsessed with the ITV programme This Time Next Year.
Police are searching for a 14-year-old who has gone missing in Colchester.
A police officer has denied skipping work in a child abuse investigation team to get a manicure and eat "lashings" of Chinese food with her married lover.
WHEN Luke Prosser led Colchester United out at Macclesfield Town last weekend, it represented a special milestone for the experienced defender – not that he knew it.
POLICE are appealing for help to find two missing girls from Harwich.
Families across the UK are set to hit the roads this weekend as February half term comes to a close.
THESE pictures were taken by members of our online photography group.
As Diaz Wright looks set to start a crunch game for the U's, Gazette sports reporters Jonathan Waldron and Simon Spurgeon discuss whether fellow youth team graduate Cameron James has a future at the club in the latest Colchester Chat podcast.
A JEWISH society has been created at Essex University.
Police have launched a manhunt for four men they want to speak to in connection with last month's town centre brawl.
DOZENS of community groups have offered to take over libraries to stop them closing.
Banter with Burns with Colchester United Supporters Association chairman Jon Burns
PLANS to invest hundreds of thousands of pounds in Colchester by increasing council tax again have been approved by just one vote.
Neil D’Arcy-Jones picks his cultural highlights for the week
COLCHESTER Council planning officers have recommended the controversial Cultural Quarter scheme is approved.
Regarding the article in Monday's Gazette about sardines being eight years out of date, the public has been brainwashed over these sell-by dates.
CRABTREE Allan Passed peacefully away on 3rd February 2019, aged 88. A private family service will be held at Colchester Crematorium, followed by an open Service of Thanksgiving at Kingsland Church, Lexden (above ALDI) on Friday 8th March at 1.00pm.…
Laurie (Pogo) Weeder 26th February 1969 An old banger but now a classic antique! Love Mum and Sharon xxx
CONNOR Janette Sheila Née Jamieson 2 years have gone by and still not a day goes by when I don't think of you. I still miss you more than words can say. Sorry I didn't say I love you as often as I should have. All my Love Janette John xx
WHYTOCK David In memory of a beloved Husband and Father, taken from us suddenly February 24th 1978. Forever in our thoughts. Val, Steve, Mike and Sue
QUINN Phyllis Dorothy Remembering our dearly loved Mum, Nanny & Great Nanny on her birthday 23rd February. Always in our hearts & always in our thoughts Rhona, Debbie, Roy and families xxxx
BENNETT Stuart 'Benno' Emma and family wish to thank family, friends and neighbours for the overwhelming support during a very sad time. Also the many many people who attended Stuart's service, the kind messages, flowers and cards received and for the…
WARNE Margaret Elizabeth Died peacefully on 10th February 2019, aged 84 years. Devoted Wife to Kenneth, Mother, Nanna and Great Nanna. Funeral Service to take place at Colchester Crematorium on Monday 11th March 2019 at 2.45pm. Family flowers only, but…
SIMONS Michael William "Mick" On 5th February 2019 in St Helena Hospice aged 71. Devoted Husband of Susan, Father of Shaun, Father-in-Law to Jo and Grandad of Jacob. Funeral service 1.15 p.m. on Monday 11th March at Weeley Crematorium. Donations, if…
WILSON Joan Kathleen Passed away peacefully at Loganberry Lodge Nursing Home on 7th February 2019 aged 97 years. Dearly loved Mum and Grandmother. Funeral Service to take place at Colchester Crematorium on Thursday 14th March at 2pm. Family flowers only…
SMART Iris Pauline Passed away peacefully on 15th February 2019 aged 90 years. Beautiful loving Mum, Nanny, Great-Nanny, Sister, Mother in Law and friend. Forever in our hearts. Funeral Service to be held at Colchester Crematorium Enquiries to: John J…
SMITH Mary Louise (Née Warren) Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 5th February 2019 aged 99. Dearly loved, Mother and Nanna to her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Cremation to take place at Colchester Crematorium on Thursday 7th March 2019 at…
HARDING Mary Patricia 'Patricia' Passed away peacefully at home on 16th February 2019 aged 80 years. Much loved Partner of Alan, devoted Mother to Mark, Perry and Jason, proud Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Will be sadly missed. Funeral service to…
Michael (Mike) Lingard Director of Fairfax Motors Ltd. Passed away suddenly at home 8th February, 2019. Loving Husband of Roz, much loved Father of Suzanne, James and the late Alison, adored Pappi to Hannah, Isabelle, Sebastian and Pippa. Mike will be…
DAVID RAYNER 31.03.1937 - 28.02.2016 Memories of a much loved Husband, Dad and Grandad Forever in our hearts. Loved, missed and remembered always Jan, Andrew, Mark, Debbie, Caroline, Jake and Milly.
BAKER Georgina Marion Passed away peacefully on 5th February 2019 aged 86 years. Much loved Aunt, Cousin and a friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Weeley Crematorium on Friday 8th March 2019 at 10.15am. Flowers may be sent to Harwich &…
John FARROW of Thorrington Died peacefully on 7th February 2019, aged 89 years. Devoted and adored Husband to Margaret. Dad to Richard, Jane and Daughter-in-law Rebecca. Grandad to Jack, Amy, George, Isabelle and Henry and Brother to Barbara and the…
CRAWSHAW Peter 'Crashout' Went to sleep after living life to the full 8th February 2019, aged 83 years. Much loved Husband of Yong. Dear Dad of Yvonne and the Late Annette, Proud Grandad and Gt Grandad. Funeral Service to take place at Colchester…
MUNSON Ron Passed away suddenly on 18th January 2019, aged 84. Loving Partner of Ann, Proud Father of Neil and Kerry. Stepfather to Gary and Mark. Much loved and respected by all his family and friends. 'The Perfect Gent' Funeral Service at Colchester…
PAMMENT Ronald James 25.12.1929 12.02.2019 Formerly of New Captains Road West Mersea. Late of Edensor Care Home Clacton. Beloved Husband of Joan, much loved Father of Alan, Adrian and Mick. A loving Granddad and Great Granddad. Funeral Service to take…
MARKHAM Naomi Gladys of Colchester Road, West Mersea Passed away on 4th February 2019 aged 89 years. Will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Colchester Crematorium on Monday 4th March at 12.30pm. Family flowers…
WARD Betty In loving memory of a dear Wife and Mother, who left us so suddenly on 7th February 2019. Loving you forever Keith and Justin. Funeral service to take place at Colchester Crematorium on Wednesday 27th February 2019, at 2pm. Family flowers…
KEEBLE PATRICIA LOUISE (PAT) NEE PARMENTER FORMERLY OF LITTLE CLACTON ON 2ND FEBRUARY 2019 AGED 90 YEARS Passed away peacefully at Read House, Frinton-on-Sea. Widow of the late Stanley, Sister to Maureen, a loving Auntie to her Niece and Nephew, two…
JOHNSON Margaret Tryphena "Peggy" Passed away peacefully with family by her side on February 11th 2019 aged 89 years. Peggy is reunited with her late Husband Bernard but sadly leaves behind her two Sons Glenn & Ricky, Daughter in Laws Julie &…
JOHNSTON Julia Eva 23rd February Missing you, always in our hearts. With love from Bob and Family.
POLLARD John Bernard Sadly passed away on Monday 14th January 2019. The Funeral service has taken place, but donations can be made payable to Salvation Army. C/O Janet C Davies Funeral Directors, Victoria House,Trews Gardens, Kelvedon, Essex, CO5 9AQ.
CASALE Nata Fabrizio Casale thanks all the good friends who sent messages and attended NataFarewell Service. Special thanks to Fr. Lavin and St Teresa's parishioners, Lexden Montessori and Steadfast neighbours of The Avenue.
PARSONS Phyllis Margaret Much loved Mum, Nan and Great Nan passed away peacefully at the Haven Care Home on the 4th Febuary 2019, aged 93. Special thanks for those involved with her care, Mill Road Surgery, Better Health Care Peldon and Birch Ward.…
VAUGHAN George William 27/09/1932 - 22/02/2011 Always remembered Valerie
POLICE are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a lorry driver struck a cyclist before leaving the scene.
A JEWISH society will be created at Essex University, no matter what outcome of a students union vote.
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a bungalow was gutted in a fire in the early hours of this morning.
MINDLESS vandals damaged beach huts, caravans and cars in a weekend wrecking spree around Dovercourt.
LITTLE Oakley manager Matt Carmichael believes his young players ooze class - and can become the very best in their league.
A DERELICT pub which has stood empty for almost a decade could be bulldozed and replaced with housing, according to estate agents.
A DISTRAUGHT couple have lost their home after a decade of devastating benefits deductions.
A mother to be was left stunned when she spotted a mischievous Bulldog taking a Mercedes for a spin.
A HAIR salon manager says she is living a “nightmare” after being the victim of a Valentine’s Day break-in.
A RECKLESS teenager who stabbed a man in the arm with a seven inch knife has avoided custody.
CAMPAIGNERS will be given just nine minutes to state their case against the proposed redevelopment of Colchester so-called Cultural Quarter... despite the scheme amassing more than 700 objections.
A FRAIL pensioner was left trembling after being inappropriately touched by a care professional, a court has heard.
A DETERMINED businessman has taken an international airline to court over a credit card surcharge of £2.74 .
DIAZ Wright could be in line to make his first-ever home league start for Colchester United when they host fellow promotion hopefuls Carlisle United in a crunch League Two clash tomorrow.
A MAN is believed to be targeting small businesses in Eastwood using fake £50 notes.
Christian Richard FAIRHALL SMITH Amazing ... and 21! With All Our Love from Mum, Dad and the rest of the family XXX 21
KNOX Richard Jeremy Died at Colchester 13th February 2019. Late Lt Col Royal Ulster Rifles, Secretary Ocean Cruising Club. Beloved Husband of Caroline and Brother of Brian. Memorial Service at 2.30pm on Saturday 23 February at Layer Marney Church,…
JARRITT Ralph Brockless Passed suddenly on 21st January 2019 at home, aged 91 years. Cremation to take place on 21st February 2019. Reunited with his beloved Wife Hannelore. Missed by all who knew him.
LEEMAN Jean (née Thompson) Sadly passed away January 31st, peacefully at home, aged 81 years. Loving Mother to Stephanie, Grandma to Daniel and Wife of the late Eric.
HOWE Bernie We are deeply saddened to announce that Bernie passed away peacefully on 6th February 2019. Loving Husband to Margaret, wonderful Dad to Tracey and Trevor and devoted Granddad/Grandpops. Funeral service to be held at Weeley Crematorium on…
A TALENTED teenager with a rare congenital eye condition has released a new charity single to help others living with the disease.
