Colchester3 days ago'Don't let blood be on your hands', mother tells inquiryThe mum of Elise Sebastian, who died in a mental health unit, gives evidence to the Lampard Inquiry.3 days ago3 days agoThe Rock hires out cinema for 200 school pupilsHollywood star fulfils promise of Moana screening for children at St Gregory Primary School.3 days ago5 days agoCricketer secretly pens thriller before his deathThe family of Matt Murray were stunned to discover his covert project just two weeks before his death.5 days ago8 Jul 2026PCs who saved girl up for bravery awardsPC Charlie Jones says "things went from nought to a hundred almost immediately".8 Jul 20267 Jul 2026Anti-hate projects give sense of empowermentThe annual competition is based on tackling discrimination.7 Jul 20264 Jul 2026Can you go to jail for flying a flag during the World Cup?What flags can you fly in public and outside your home, and what happens if you break the rules?4 Jul 20263 Jul 2026Constable's Essex links explored in exhibitionThe famous artist had a strong connection to Colchester and was often a visitor, say organisers.3 Jul 202630 Jun 2026What's next for airbase housing asylum seekers?The leader of a Reform-run council says migrants should not be able to come and go from an MoD base.30 Jun 202630 Jun 2026Rising bus passenger numbers near pre-Covid levelsOne bus operator describes the increasing footfall as "fantastic".30 Jun 2026...