Colchester 6°c
by JOHN CAMPANY
Santa is on his way and here is how you can track his journey.
An investigation is expected to take place after scaffolding being used during the demolition of a former bus depot collapsed into the middle of a busy street.
I WELCOME the decisions taken in the Colchester Council meeting last Thursday to approve both motions, with amendments, which challenge the county council's plan to close 25 libraries in Essex.
Rough sleeper Martin Dines, 56, was killed in St Mary’s Car Park in Balkerne Hill, Colchester, in April.
OF the three defendants, Darren Miller knew Mr Dines the best.
DESPITE never being a Paratrooper, Mark Hartley did service in the Army in the First Battalion Scots Guards and completed an active tour of Afghanistan.
ACCORDING to Heidi Kennedy, the only reason she became embroiled in the death of Martin Dines was because she didn’t want to waste a sunny day.
A woman was sexually assaulted after disembarking a train at Colchester Town station.
The father of a rough sleeper killed in a brutal attack said his son would be "sorely missed".
The three killers have been described as despicable and twisted by a senior police officer.
A GROUP of protestors who caused "significant disruption" at Stansted Airport have all been convicted of breaching aviation security laws.
A WOMAN has been convicted of playing a role in the death of a rough sleeper, but cleared of murdering him.
ALMOST 100 people have arrested in the first nine days of Essex Police's Christmas anti-drink and drug driving campaign.
HUNDREDS of Santas donned their red suits for an annual run to raise vital hospital cash.
LUKE Norris has made a ‘terrific recovery’ from his ankle injury after the striker returned to Colchester United’s squad ahead of schedule.
A ROAD is blocked after a crash involving two vehicles.
WE'RE seeing a trend appearing this winter, with whiting being the main catch along with thornback rays, dogfish and a smattering of codling.
DESPAIRING residents say they have hit a bump in the road in a four year campaign for action on a village estate.
A GARDEN centre café has won gold at a national food award ceremony.
Following BJ Butler’s letter (Invest in villages so they have futures, instead of building garden towns), I wanted to pick up a few of the points made.
A school has warned parents to be vigilant after a girl was approached by a stranger in his car.
COLCHESTER United's under-18s suffered another heavy defeat in Professional Development League Two after being thumped 7-0 by Millwall at Florence Park, writes BRIAN WALLER.
PROMOTION-CHASING Colchester Rugby Club consolidated second spot in London One North after claiming a bonus point 47-10 win at Fullerians, writes STEVE WHITEMAN.
POLICE want to speak to these men after a number of incidents were eggs have been hurled at cars and people.
DO you know these people?
BURGLARS broke into a pet shop.
Town striker Jordan Roberts in action at Stoke Picture: Pagepix
THE Prime Minister of New Zealand has apologised to the family of a Wickford girl who was murdered whilst visiting the country.
WHILE most work experience opportunities might involve making the offices teas and photocopying, for Amelie Charlton it has been a more of a baptism of fire.
A HEADTEACHER has been praised for taking “decisive action” to turn around the fortunes of a school plunged into special measures six months ago.
AN angry resident has demanded an apology from the council leader for saying people “shouldn’t s*** on their own doorstep”.
A RESIDENT’S patience is wearing thin after he has suffered flooding outside his home for almost 20 years.
A TAKEAWAY restaurant which sold a doner kebab containing milk to a Trading Standards officer posing as an allergy-sufferer has been slapped with a £12,000 fine.
COLCHESTER United’s match-winner Mikael Mandron admits it was a great feeling to be back on the scoresheet after ending his barren scoring run.
BAMBRICK Pearl (Betty) Died suddenly at home 19th November 2018. Aged 94. Funeral to be held on Tuesday 18th December at 1.15pm at Co-op Funeral Services Chapel, 89 Wimpole Road, followed by Burial at Mersea Road Cemetery. Flowers welcome.
HOBBS Maureen 'Mo' It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beautiful Mum, Granny, and Great Granny on November 28th aged 76. Service on December 21st at the Colchester Crematorium at 1.15pm. Family flowers only. Any donations to be made…
WILLIS SUSAN JENNIFER At Rest 3rd December 2018 aged 71 years. Devoted Wife of Bernard Loving Mum of Frazer. Will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Colchester Crematorium Chapel on Thursday 20th December…
WARD MARJORIE At Peace 4th December 2018, aged 85 years. Devoted Wife of Frank Loving Mum and Nan. Funeral service to take place at Colchester Crematorium on Thursday 20th December 2018 at 2.00pm. Flowers may be sent c/o: John J Smith Funeral Service St…
An 11 year old has been hailed a local cubing champion.
