Colchester1 day agoPair jailed after child locked in room and starvedAn officer working at the child abuse unit says it was "one of the most severe cases" he had seen. 1 day ago1 day agoBritish paratroopers take part in large drop"The threats we face in the 21st Century require an updated, modern approach to warfare," the defence secretary says. 1 day ago2 days agoWinds and trees cause 'significant damage' to trainsPeople are advised to check before travelling by train in parts of the East of England.2 days ago4 days agoHistoric boating lake set to reopen in the springThe lake in Castle Park, Colchester, remains closed following the collapse of a weir in 2023.4 days ago6 days agoSecurity patrol 'abused power', council toldEssex County Council says no crime was committed by the guards, hired as part of Operation Vanguard.6 days ago6 days agoWatch: Driver tasered after ramming police carOfficers use a taser to halt the driver in Colchester as he attempts to evade arrest.6 days ago8 days agoSchool scraps physical contact ban after criticismBut the school says handshakes, 'dapping' and fist pumps are allowed in some circumstances.8 days ago17 Oct 2026Typewriter art exhibition honours literary legendsColchester Library will host 50 pieces of artwork made entirely with typewriters until 3 November.17 Oct 202616 Oct 2026Hospital leaders failed to fix patient safety riskThe trust that runs hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich says it accepts the findings of a report.16 Oct 2026...
