Colchester18 mins agoBritish paratroopers take part in large dropBrig Ed Cartwright says the exercise is "simply demonstrating that Nato in the UK is ready for war".18 mins ago1 day agoWinds and trees cause 'significant damage' to trainsPeople are advised to check before travelling by train in parts of the East of England.1 day ago3 days agoHistoric boating lake set to reopen in the springThe lake in Castle Park, Colchester, remains closed following the collapse of a weir in 2023.3 days ago4 days agoSecurity patrol 'abused power', council toldEssex County Council says no crime was committed by the guards, hired as part of Operation Vanguard.4 days ago5 days agoWatch: Driver tasered after ramming police carOfficers use a taser to halt the driver in Colchester as he attempts to evade arrest.5 days ago6 days agoSchool scraps physical contact ban after criticismBut the school says handshakes, 'dapping' and fist pumps are allowed in some circumstances.6 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 202615 Oct 2026Essex Police misleading on migrant crime - FarageThe Reform UK leader says the chief of Essex Police is "completely wrong" on the topic.15 Oct 2026...
