The number of people to have died of coronavirus in the UK has reach 1,019. The latest government figures released today (Saturday) showed a further 260 deaths, up from 759 on Friday. Figures also show there are now 17,089 confirmed cases in
Greater Anglia is making temporary changes to ticket offices and services at some stations. Changes to ticket office opening house at some stations and reduce in rural train services will be put in place on Monday (March 30). Greater Anglia is
THE Premier League, EFL and PFA say further meetings will take place next week in an attempt to try and draw up a plan to deal with the 'difficult circumstances' facing professional football. The trio of bodies admit some "difficult decisions"
Police made 20 arrests during a two night joint operation. Essex Police and the Metropolitan Police Service arrested 20 people during two nights of a proactive operation. The operation targeted suspected offenders using the roads in Essex and
Public services are stepping up to help the most vulnerable during the coronavirus pandemic. Essex County Council have thanked people across the county for supporting their family, friends and neighbours and now want to help those who don't have
Essex Park and Rise services have been temporarily suspended. The decision was made by Essex County Council to suspend all Park and Ride services from the end of normal operating hours today (Saturday March 28). The suspension of these services
THE limit for in-store card transactions by contactless-enabled cards is to increase soon. At the beginning of next month, the limit will change from £30 to £45. Why is the change happening? The move has been made to help reduce physical
Sweet-toothed fans of Cadbury and Creme Eggs now have the chance to cook-up a range of chocolate creations. The confectionary maker has launched a new cook book - just in time for Easter. Avid home bakers have been using the Easter treat in
AMAZON is offering free children's audiobooks to help parents keep the kids happy and occupied during the crisis. The online giant owns Audible – a service where you can stream and download audiobooks – and has pledged that selected stories will
Disney+ has launched in the UK, with a plethora of popular shows available to stream. We've put together everything you need to know. What is Disney+? Disney+ is the streaming service for TV shows and films from Disney, Pixar, Marvel
WILDLIFE, sunrises and deserted streets feature in this week’s selection of pictures. Coronavirus is changing the way we live our lives and this is shown in the pictures of our camera club members. They have been taking snaps as they practise
Here are the death announcements carried in the Gazette this week. WHIFFING William George Passed away suddenly on 19th February 2020, aged 86 years. Dearly loved Husband of Jean. Enquiries to: John J Smith Funeral Service 01206 761800. HOLDER
IT’S the middle of March and the sea is five degrees. Under the Government’s new restrictions to fight the outbreak of coronavirus, we are all only allowed to take exercise once a day. Mine, today, is open water swimming. There is also
ARE you a pub quiz king or queen? Or maybe you just really want to meet Jeremy Clarkson? Whatever the reason, primetime programme Who Wants to be a Millionaire? wants to hear from budding participants. They are looking for contestants for a
WE know you would probably rather forget the date where we all have an hour less in bed but here's a little reminder for you any way. This year Sunday, March 29 is the day you need to put your clocks forward one hour. The UK switches to British
THERE are many reasons people across the county carry knives. But none of them are valid. “If you carry a knife, then you are increasing the chance of being hurt yourself, or hurting someone else,” said Chief Insp Scott Egerton. “If you carry
IN the wake of Storm Ciara communities watched on as high tides breached the sea walls in Brightlingsea. As the water poured in beach huts were swept away. And for the volunteers and team at Brightlingsea Lido there was devastation. The lido
CONTINUING my theme from last week - these are strange times. And while everything else seems to be changing on a minute by minute basis - my one constant has been being able to control what I do and don’t watch. I need escapism right now -
The race for automatic promotion and the play-offs in League Two was shaping up to be a cracker until the suspension of the football season. Just five points separated table-topping Crewe Alexandra and Cheltenham Town in fifth place before the
