A MAN was flown to hospital with life-changing injuries after being hit by a train. Emergency services launched a rescue mission after he was trapped on the tracks between the Hythe and Colchester Town Station on Monday evening. The incident
A RESIDENTS’ group has warned the proposed redevelopment of Colchester’s so-called Cultural Quarter would be an “unmitigated disaster” for the town. Greyfriars Court Property has written to Colchester Council’s planning department on behalf of
COLCHESTER’S MP has urged people to stop giving money to people on the streets and instead direct it to charity. Will Quince, who co-chairs a Government group on homelessness, said cash often handed out was spent on drugs and alcohol. It is estimated
CALLS have been made for a crackdown on drug dealing after a man was found dead. A 40-year-old man was taken to hospital at 10pm on Sunday after being attacked in George Street, Colchester, and suffered stab wounds to his back. And on Monday
A HAWAIIAN theme will add colour and warmth to a hospice fundraiser. St Helena Hospice’s Midnight Walk returns this May with a tropical theme and two new routes. Event organisers are asking people to dress up in their best flower garlands, tropical
POLICE have identified a man found dead in Colchester. Carl Hopkins, 49, was found in Ryegate Road on Monday morning at 8.20am. He had a stab wound to his back and police launched a murder investigation. Detectives think his death is linked
IPSWICH Town boss Paul Lambert has been charged with misconduct following his part in Sunday's ugly scenes during the East Anglian derby at Norwich City. The former Colchester United manager was given a red card on the stroke of half-time, when
A woman who was missing from her home in Colchester has been found. Essex Police have advised Emma Butterworth, 28, has been located. The public have been thanked for their help with the appeal.
'Upskirting' perpetrators could face up to two years in prison as a new law is set to be signed off by the Queen today. The law will ban the degrading practice to deter perpetrators, better protect victims, and bring more offenders to justice.
A FORMER BBC producer is the new archdeacon of Colchester. The Rev Ruth Patten was previously the priest in Benefice of Great Dunmow and Barnston. She said: “I am excited to be returning to the Colchester archdeaconry in a new capacity. “I
PETER Shilton says he is 'devastated' following the death of his friend and former team-mate Gordon Banks. England's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Banks died on Monday evening, at the age of 81. Shilton, 69, who now lives on Mersea Island with
JOHN McGreal has revealed Colchester United deliberately targeted versatile players when they bolstered their squad in last month’s transfer window. The U’s recent signings have hit the ground running with their new club, helping them to claim
Ever received a text or email claiming to be from the DVLA but you weren't sure if it was a scam? New online scams are cropping up all the time and motorists continue to be a target for fraudsters. DVLA has revealed their contact centre received
THE Essex Pension Fund has defended the decision to recruit its former chairman as a consultant after a Freedom of Information request revealed Rodney Bass was paid £8,000 for the role. After 20 years as the fund’s investment steering committee
A MUM who overcame a brain tumour is on a personal mission trekking across the Sahara Desert. Kate Baker, was taken to Queen’s Hospital in Romford after she was diagnosed with the tumour in December 2016. Miss Baker had suffered several weeks
ENVIRONMENTAL Health officers will investigate complaints about light pollution caused by Essex University’s sports pitches. Complaints have been made by people living in the Old Heath and Rowhedge areas of Colchester. They say floodlights
A TALENTED teenage barista who won a coveted place on a training scheme has been rewarded for his hard work with a permanent job. Ewan Gordon, 19, of Ardleigh, undertook a six week course with We Walk the Line, a not for profit café at Firstsite
COLCHESTER United's under-23s are still looking for their first point in this season's Premier League Cup group stages after losing 5-0 at home to Fulham, writes BRIAN WALLER. The U’s held their own for much of their fifth group game in the competition
FC CLACTON manager Tom Austin says the returning Billy Wales will bring quality and versatility to his Seasiders squad. The midfielder, who has made more than 250 appearances for the club, has rejoined after a short spell with neighbours Holland
by JOHN CAMPANY ESSEX and Suffolk Border League side Tiptree Heath bowed out of the Essex Premier Cup. They lost to holders Catholic United, from the Essex Olympian League, at Tolleshunt Knights Village Hall. It was always going to be a difficult
MY heart sunk when I read the news of Freddie Sears’ injury heartache on Monday afternoon. It’s another monumental blow in a season of lowlights and dejection. Ipswich will certainly miss the striker as he starts his long road back to fitness
STUNNED residents were left reeling after a stabbing and a man’s body were found just metres away from their homes. Police have launched a murder probe after a man was found with a stab wound to his back in Ryegate Road, Colchester, at 8.20am on
AN investigation has been launched after a man died in hospital after being found in a village duck pond. Police and ambulance service were called after the man was found at 7.30am yesterday in Grove Pond in Church Road, Tiptree. An East of
A YOUNG couple were left devastated after a restaurant and bar cancelled their engagement party just a day before it was due to take place. Harry Ager, 22, and Becca Carley, 23, were set to celebrate in advance of their wedding next year with 140
Singing legend Tom Jones is coming to Colchester this summer and you could get your hands on some tickets with our competition. The global superstar will be taking to the stage at Colchester Castle Park on Sunday, July 21. His distinctive voice
TWO hundred brightly coloured umbrellas are set to be suspended above a popular shopping area in Colchester town centre. The umbrellas will be strung from cables above Sir Isaac’s Walk, spanning 87 metres long. They are set to be installed
COLCHESTER United defender Ryan Jackson says he is striving to achieve more milestones after reaching a career landmark. The 28-year-old racked up his 300th league appearance in the U’s 3-0 victory over Cheltenham Town, last weekend. Jackson
