Colchester18 hrs agoMan choked to death on croissant at his care homeAn inquest hears how staff frantically tried to save Paul Spearing's life as he choked.18 hrs ago20 hrs agoPerson dies after being hit by train near ElyA person is pronounced dead at the scene after being hit by a train, police say.20 hrs ago1 day agoA12 road closure paused until after football matchThe three-week long roadworks see the A12 southbound closed overnight.1 day ago2 days agoSix-year-old died after lorry 'clipped' mother's carTwo people are being investigated by police about the collision in August, an inquest opening hears.2 days ago2 days agoLandmarks to shine light on suicide preventionColchester Castle, the Hollywood-style Basildon sign and a beach will all be lit up for a campaign.2 days ago2 days agoBeer hops being grown for first time in 150 yearsThe hops have not been grown in the county since 1878.2 days ago3 days agoNew ownership announced at troubled football clubA club spokesperson says they are excited to embark on a new chapter.3 days ago4 Sept 2026Revamp for city's oldest building back on trackThe National Lottery Heritage Fund offers £2.65m to restore the Holy Trinity Church.4 Sept 20262 Sept 2026What do locals feel about asylum seeker security plan?Reform-led council says the three-month trial will act as a "visible presence to reassure residents".2 Sept 2026...
