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See what's On in Colchester. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.

Colchester News March 28, 2024

Wax Spiritual, Colchester’s Chic Destination for Modern Spirituality Seekers

In the heart of Colchester, amidst the hustle and bustle of trendy cafes and boutique shops, there’s a hidden gem captivating the spiritually curious. Enter Wax Spiritual, affectionately known as…

Colchester News March 17, 2024

The Meffs to perform alongside Alice Cooper, Primal Scream

The Meffs will be accompanying legends of metal and rock, Alice Cooper, Primal Scream and Glen Matlock from the Sex Pistols Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News March 1, 2024

3 Essex restaurants named among top 100 in UK for brunch

Brentwood, Leigh-on-Sea and Chelmsford had venues included on the Top 100 brunch and Sunday lunch restaurants from Open Table Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News February 12, 2024

Tesco’s Kids Eat Free offer to return to cafes at half term

Tesco will offer kids meals for free at all of its supermarket cafes during February half term to help families save money. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News January 25, 2024

Last chance for early bird tickets for Charter Hall’s Elf The Musical

Musical-loving fans are being reminded there’s just one week left to secure early bird tickets for Elf The Musical. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News January 8, 2024

Plans for Slim Chickens at Colchester Northern Gateway revealed

A popular chicken chain which launched in America and expanded all the way to the UK is opening in Colchester. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News December 21, 2023

Terrifically Terrifying Tales returns to Colchester

THEATRE lovers will be able to enjoy a spooky seasonal experience later this month. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News December 2, 2023

In pictures: Colchester Mercury Theatre’s Sleeping Beauty Panto

The magical world of Sleeping Beauty is brought to life in this spectacular, fun-filled, family pantomime, led by Mercury’s award winning duo Dale Superville and ‘the best Dame in the country’ (British Theatre) Antony Stuart-Hicks. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News November 16, 2023

Win up to £5000 in our biggest Bingo game yet

How to Play Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News October 29, 2023

A radiant rainbow saves the country of Luxembourg!

The country of Luxembourg was doomed upon when it was forecasted that it was to rain the entire week, until a rainbow had appeared, and saved everyone from their misery. Gazette | What’s On | News…

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Reform's new Braintree security patrols over asylum seeker fears slammed as lacking evidence
by newsdesk@essexlive.news (Piers Meyler) on September 15, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Crime in the area is lower than it was before the site opened
Essex residents divided as 'migrant gathering' patrols begin in town centres
by newsdesk@essexlive.news (Sam Russell, PA, Matt Lee) on September 14, 2026 at 4:00 pm
The scheme where private security guards will patrol towns in response to 'gatherings of migrants' will run for an initial three months on trial
Developer who left dangerous rubble and debris at building site is named and shamed
by newsdesk@essexlive.news (Matt Lee) on September 14, 2026 at 7:00 am
The site has become a dangerous blight
The Essex areas rocked by the most murders from poisonings to stabbings
by newsdesk@essexlive.news (Laura Fidler) on September 14, 2026 at 6:00 am
One area of Essex has had a whopping eleven murders in the last five years
Reform council hires security guards for three Essex town centres over 'migrant concerns'
by newsdesk@essexlive.news (Georgia Bates (Press Association), Husna Anjum) on September 13, 2026 at 10:30 pm
According to Reform UK, the initiative came as a 'direct response to concerns raised amongst local residents, particularly women and girls'

The signs you are upper-middle class
by Ashley Donohoe on September 15, 2026 at 8:06 pm
Being upper-middle class isn’t just about income - taxes, investing and other factors play a role
The simple retirement strategy Gen Z are using for an early retirement and career flexibility
by J.R. Duren on September 15, 2026 at 8:04 pm
“You might be able to leave the high-paying job that makes you miserable and pursue that ‘good for the soul’ career you always wanted, without giving up the retirement you planned for,” one financial expert tells J.R. Duren
Liverpool vs Tottenham LIVE: Spurs go strong for heavyweight Carabao Cup clash but Robertson on bench for return
by Richard Jolly and Will Castle on September 15, 2026 at 8:04 pm
Robertson returns to Anfield as a Spurs player after ending his nine-year stay at Liverpool in the summer
Police launch hunt for murderer who absconded after release for father’s funeral
by David Young on September 15, 2026 at 8:02 pm
Police have appealed directly to Gary Anderson to hand himself in, while the public have been advised not to approach him
EuroMillions results: Winning lottery and Thunderball numbers for Tuesday 15 September
by Independent Reporters on September 15, 2026 at 8:02 pm

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