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In Pictures: Remember these popular Colchester hangout spots from 80s and 90s
The opening of Leisure World in the mid-1980s was a big moment, with the bright blue flume becoming an instant hit.
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Tributes paid to 'one of a kind' head chef at Colchester venue
Dan Collins worked as head chef at the George Hotel, which is part of the Surya Hotels group.
Inside Autism Anglia's Connect Centre which supports dozens with autism
Autism Anglia is a charity which supports autistic people across East Anglia with a main office being based in The Crescent Business Park.
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Town councillor announces stepping down ahead of county council elections
Mat Court has been part of Brightlingsea Town Council since 2021.
Two men jailed for series of burglaries after entering UK through Essex port
Two Romanian burglars who entered the UK illegally through a North Essex port have been jailed for eight years.
Judge jails prison tutor who had inappropriate relationship with inmate
Melissa Murphy, 49, was a British Industrial Cleaning Standards (BICS) tutor at HMP Chelmsford when she began the relationship.
How Matt Macey's 'amazing' Bristol Rovers spell paved the way for a fine career
Colchester United goalkeeper Matt Macey set to return to where it all began
Flood alert for River Colne in Essex as water levels rise after heavy rainfall
Flood alert has been issued for communities along the River Colne from Great Yeldham to Colchester following heavy rainfall.
Police investigate after 'racially offensive graffiti' sprayed in Essex car park
Police are investigating after "racially offensive graffiti" was spray painted onto a wall in an Essex car park.
Police appeal after 18-foot trailer stolen from Essex business
Essex Police are investigating after an 18-foot trailer has been reported missing from an Essex business.
Essex weather forecast: Met Office reveals when next snowfall could be
The Met Office has shed light on when the next snowfall could hit the UK after Storm Goretti brought disruption and travel chaos across the country.
Man put swimmers at risk driving boat at twice water speed limit in Essex river
A personal watercraft rider has been fined for speeding at twice the water speed limit and putting swimmers and paddleboarders at risk.
Essex roads with potholes are 'downright dangerous' readers say
One person said friend from another country sent her the report, saying they could not believe it as they have driven in Essex.
Essex woman behind town's most affordable furniture shop urges to 'shop local'
Independent furniture shop run by a determined young entrepreneur is continuing to make waves on Clacton High Street.
Colchester-based men's health organisation break America ahead of 2026 World Cup
Colchester-based men's health organisation, MAN v FAT has helped thousands lose weight through playing football and now they have broke America.
Woman who suffered serious injuries in Colchester crash is in her 80s
Police have confirmed a woman who suffered serious injuries after being hit by a car in Colchester was in her 80s.
Ex-Colchester United goalkeeper Owen Goodman makes loan move to League One club
Former Colchester United keeper Owen Goodman joins League One side
A12 Colchester bound blocked after crash causing traffic delays
Traffic on A12 Colchester bound is partially blocked following a collision between Junction 17 (Howe Green) and Junction 18 (Sandon).
Colchester United receive a boost after Harry Anderson injury verdict
Colchester United boosted by Harry Anderson injury verdict
Robert Jenrick joins Reform UK just hours after being sacked by Tory party
Robert Jenrick who was in Tory leader Kemi Badenoch's shadow cabinet has joined Reform UK hours after his sacking.