Archive - Tuesday, 2 June 2020

Blackout Tuesday - This is why it is happening and how you can get involved
George Floyd – an African-American man – was handcuffed and lying face down on a city street as white American Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on the right side of his neck on May 25. Chauvin’s knee remained there for eight minutes…
'Travelling 50 miles for McDonald’s is not essential travel'
Police officers were left "appalled" after three people ignored social distancing to drive 50 miles for a McDonald's. Officers stopped the car - which had a driver and two passengers - in Chelmsford. It was established all three had travelled…
Full list: All the McDonald's branches reopening across the UK at 11am on June 2
McDonald's have revealed the latest branches to reopen across the UK. The fast-food chain is gradually reopening nationwide this week, starting with 168 locations from 11am today (Tuesday, June 2). The company says a further 22 restaurants…
'If in any doubt, hang up': NHS test and trace issue phone and text scam alert
A warning has been sounded by health bosses over a series of phone and text scams in circulation - all claming to be from the NHS test and trace service. Last week, deputy chief medical officer for England Dr Jenny Harries said “it will be very…
These are all the shops reopening in June - including Debenhams, Next and Primark
A number of high street chains are set to reopen their doors for the first time in more than two months. Further lockdown restrictions are now starting to be eased across England following the government’s latest review on May 28, including plans…
Can grandparents babysit their grandchildren? The latest Government advice
Grandparents are hopeful they'll be able to babysit their grandchildren soon as lockdown rules begin to ease across the UK. With workplaces beginning to gradually open up again in England, parents will also be looking for childcare. But what…
Why 'behind closed doors' is now a saviour of sanity
ANOTHER week goes by and the thought of the play-offs moves ever closer, admittedly at what seems like a snail's pace. The EFL have now decided to wait until June 8 to put it to another vote. This is more drawn out and at times just as touchy as…
Photos: Your furry friends lapping up the lockdown love
OUR adorable pets are undoubtedly at their happiest when we, their loving owners, are at home giving them bundles of our undivided attention. So, although for many the lockdown has been difficult, and at times, claustrophobic, our four-legged furry…
Public urged not to visit recycling centre "until further notice" as site remains shut
The public has been told not to visit Colchester's recycling centre "until further notice unless absolutely necessary." Residents have been flocking to Shrub End Recycling Centre since it opened two weeks ago. But on Monday it was forced to…
EFL deadline for club proposals is today
ENGLISH Football League clubs have until 2pm this afternoon to submit proposals for alternative ideas on how the season should finish. The EFL is then expected to issue notice of a clubs meeting next Monday (June 8), where its proposed curtailment…
Coronavirus: Plans being finalised to get town back to business as shops prepare to reopen
PLANS are being finalised to reopen Colchester town centre for trade as retailers look to get back to business as coronavirus restrictions are relaxed. Government restrictions are set to be eased further on June 15, with all non-essential retailers…
Bid to bring first 10mph speed limit to Colchester
A HOUSING development could be the first estate in the country to have a speed limit as low as 10mph. Colchester high steward Sir Bob Russell has called for the safety measure to be introduced into plans to build houses on the former Army vehicle…
Shopping centres and independent traders readying to reopen as lockdown is eased
COLCHESTER’S shopping centres are putting detailed plans in place to reopen safely to the public. Lion Walk Shopping Centre last week announced a raft of proposals including a one-way system for shoppers, hygiene stations and queue stewards to…
‘Explosion of events and pedestrianising the high street can revive town centre’
AN “explosion of wonderful happenings” should be planned in order to revive the flagging town centre after the coronavirus pandemic, an events guru has said. Don Quinn, who runs events firm Snake In the Grass with business partner Terry Croucher…
Coronavirus: As many as 200 jobs set to be lost at facilities firm
AS many as 200 jobs could be lost at a Colchester-based facilities management firm due to the impact of the coronavirus crisis. Cloudfm, which is based on the Severalls Industrial Estate, has announced a major restructure of its operations as lockdown…
'It's great news that the Tour is back up and running'
COLCHESTER touring professional Dale Whitnell says he cannot wait to return to European Tour action. The 31-year-old is preparing to get back to action after the Tour announced plans for the resumption of the 2020 season, following its suspension…
Howzat! Cricketers hit big 1,200km challenge for six
A GROUP of cricketers have completed a herculean run of more than 1,000 kilometres to raise funds for a life-saving charity. Four players from the Earls Colne Cricket Club have managed to run and walk 1,200 kilometres during the lockdown to raise…
Crews mark life-saving lifeboat’s anniversary
CREWS have marked the anniversary of a “groundbreaking” lifeboat arriving along the Tendring coastline. The Irene Muriel Rees was unveiled nine years ago and became the station boat at Walton and Frinton RNLI. The Duke of Kent was on hand to…
Stormy seas for ferry firm during virus pandemic
A FERRY company has admitted it is facing severe challenges due to the travel restrictions and reduction in freight volumes caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Stena Line, a ferry line which operates from Harwich International Port, had to furlough…
Richardson to combine Olympic bid with academic pursuit
COLCHESTER boxer Lewis Richardson is to combine his plans to compete at Tokyo 2021 with higher education. The GB Boxing middleweight has secured a place to study for a Master's degree in Sports Business Management at Sheffield Hallam University,…
Creative mother-of-six sets up children's sleepover party business
A CREATIVE mother-of-six has started her own children's sleepover party business - and even hopes to get adults in on the fun. Steph Wheeler, of Colchester, was inspired to set up Sleepy in my Teepee after a bad experience using a similar firm…

1st June 2020