The family of Prodigy security guard "Con" say he fought cancer with the bravest determination and the utmost stoicism. Con, who real name was Cornelius Murphy, died at Thames Hospice in Windsor, following a long battle with cancer. His wife
It's one of those weeks when there are a number of candidates for star performers from the north Essex sides playing in the two tiers of the Thurlow Nunn League. In both the premier division and division one south there are sides that would be worthy
A five-star display from one of north Essex's promotion-chasing Bostik League sides gave an easy choice for this week's star performance award. It came in division north where there are a trio of local clubs gearing up for a play-off push to be
Colchester United head coach John McGreal was left to rue more defensive mistakes following their 2-0 defeat at Bury this afternoon. Dom Telford struck twice in the second half for the Shakers to condemn the U's to a fifth defeat in six matches
Ipswich Town will be playing in League One next year after their relegation from the Championship was confirmed at Portman Road. The Blues' long reign in the Championship is over after a 1-1 draw with Birmingham City meant they failed to get the
BRAINTREE TOWN 2 AFC FYLDE 1 Vanarama National League Just as they did when Salford City came to visit in February, Braintree Town put a spanner in the promotion works of another high-flying side as they beat AFC Fylde 2-1 at Cressing Road.
TWO Colchester charities have been featured in the Parliamentary Review magazine as shining examples of best practice in their field. Dancing Giraffe's chief executive officer Susan Pattrick focused on inclusion. The Marks Tey community interest
COLCHESTER United's play-off hopes took another hit this afternoon after they were beaten 2-0 at Bury. A second-half brace from Dom Telford sealed the U's fate at Gigg Lane, in front of more than 300 U’s fans. Colchester were well in the game
Firefighters had to cut two people out of a car following a horror crash. Witnesses said a crash has taken place at the A134 Westway where it is believed a car has crashed into a ditch. A pair of fire crews from Colchester and another from
4:57pm Bury 2 U's 0 - U's play-off hopes take another hit after Telford's second-half brace leaves them defeated at Gigg
FOR parents and family members alike, the Easter holidays can prove to be an expensive couple of weeks. As you attempt to accommodate your unrelenting offspring’s need to be consistently humoured and entertained, and their unwavering stubbornness
For couples entering into the surrogacy process, it can seem like a complex system to deal with at an already highly emotional and stressful time in their lives. The laws in the UK differ significantly from other countries, particularly the US,
Women remain woefully under represented in many industries, none more so than British politics. Specifically local politics. As a young woman, running for election in Mile End, Colchester, this has become abundantly clear. Moreover, as a mother
* Martin Goss is the Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate for Colchester and borough councillor responsible for infrastructure Responding to much of the misinformation from Tory Cllr Andrew Ellis (Gazette, April 2, “We support development..
CHILDREN went bananas as they were treated to plenty of chocolate at an Easter-themed activity day. Go Bananas in Colchester hosted the free Easter event for children aged under five. It included an Easter Egg hunt around the Tiny Town play area
Here’s the second part of our events to keep young people amused this Easter Holiday 1. Bottle Feeding the Lambs, Layer Marney Tower. Until April 18. 11am to 4pm, various days. 01206 330784. It’s an annual treat which is as exciting, for
POPULAR E4 show Don't Tell The Bride is coming back for a new series in 2019 and they are currently looking for Essex couples to take part. For those who haven't seen the programme before, the groom has to plan the whole wedding on their own with
A NEWSAGENT closed its doors and ceased trading despite the best efforts and protests of its loyal customers and a campaigning county councillor. Martin’s in Shrub End, Colchester, closed on Friday following a lengthy battle to remain open.
IT is 3pm - home time for the children at Hazlemere Junior School in Colchester. They are all excited to be heading home, the sun is shining and they are itching to play in the garden or watch the TV. But not before stopping to have a chat
EASTER is on the way, and with it comes two precious bank holidays. The bank holiday weekend is also a busy one, with thousands of people making a trolley dash to pick up ingredients for a roast dinner. There will also be a last-minute rush for
The Easter break is the perfect time to jump on the train and head up to London for a day out with the kids. Here's a few ideas for a capital day out.. 1.The Tower of London, 'Robbery at the Tower', every day until Bank Holiday Monday April 22.
Ben Elton is showing his age. Though looking tanned and trim, and clearly as vocal as ever, he confesses he’s having trouble keeping up with change. “I’ll be 60 this year. I used to be known as somebody who was opinionated, but I recognised that
JOHN McGreal has challenged his attacking players to get Colchester United back on the goal trail this afternoon. The U's head to Bury this afternoon aiming to rediscover their shooting boots, following a run of just one goal in their last five
