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  • Bad timing and four other talking points from U's defeat

    Five talking points from Colchester United defeat at Exeter City Timing is everything COLCHESTER United are currently going through their worst run of form of the season - at just the wrong time. While the final 3-0 scoreline was somewhat

  • Elderly woman targeted by bogus traders three times

    POLICE are investigating reports of a bogus trader in Colchester who targeted an elderly woman on three occasions after claiming her boiler was broken. They received reports from a concerned relative on Wednesday, February 27, after a man knocked

  • Memories: Hidden history of former bank

    A RECENTLY restored funeral directors, which is home to a hidden wine cellar, is unveiling the history behind the grand building. The building which is now the home of Daniel Robinson and Sons Funeral Directors in Halstead was visited by historian

  • Five great art exhibitions to enjoy in Essex

    It appears to be the time of year for great art works as the galleries open up to show just what a talented bunch of artists we have in our area. Here are just a few worth catching. 1. Lost In Wonderland/Tales From The Greenwood, The Minories Galleries

  • Food and drink show is simply the fest for kids

    IF you have a junior Jamie Oliver or a mini Mary Berry in your household, then you won’t want to miss the Spring Essex Festival of Food and Drink. The family friendly fest will be be crammed with activities to keep your little foodies occupied-

  • Curious canines get on the scent at super sleuth workshop

    SNIFFING out the hottest scents on the trail was the name of the game for four-legged friends at a special weekend workshop. The event was hosted by dog trainer Karen Backhouse who invited guest Louise Wilson to host the series of challenges for

  • Chrissie on a mission to raise awareness of chronic asthma

    A WOMAN who has suffered with asthma all her life is holding a charity ball to raise awareness. Chrissie Quilty said the chronic condition is generally misunderstood. With a second wave of asthma hitting her after her first year at university

  • When do the clocks change in 2019?

    YOU would probably rather forget the date when we all have an hour less in bed but here's a little reminder any way. Mother's Day this year is the day you need to put your clocks forward one hour. So forget that lie-in! The UK switches to British

  • Memories: Walking back to Roman times at shopping centre

    TAKING its name from a Roman mosaic hidden for centuries, Lion Walk dates back much further than the 1970s shopping centre. A huge archaeological dig between 1971 and 1974 revealed a large Roman house stood there in the 4th Century. The mosaic

  • 'He's got a fantastic future ahead of him'

    COLCHESTER United's teenage debutant Todd Miller has been tipped for a big future in the game after becoming the club's youngest-ever player. The teenage winger, who is 16 years and 166 days old, achieved the special milestone when he replaced