Colchester news now

Here are some recent news articles from Colchester, Essex, UK:

Local News

  1. New £1.5m leisure centre opens in Colchester (Colchester Gazette, 10th February 2023) - A new leisure centre has opened in Colchester, featuring a swimming pool, gym, and sports facilities.
  2. Colchester's historic castle to undergo £1.2m restoration (BBC News, 7th February 2023) - Colchester Castle, a 12th-century fortress, is set to undergo a major restoration project to preserve its historic architecture.
  3. New cycle lanes and pedestrian crossings planned for Colchester town centre (Colchester Gazette, 3rd February 2023) - The council has announced plans to improve road safety in Colchester town centre with new cycle lanes and pedestrian crossings.

Crime and Policing

  1. Man arrested after Colchester burglary spree (Essex Live, 8th February 2023) - A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a series of burglaries in Colchester.
  2. Police appeal for witnesses after Colchester assault (Colchester Gazette, 5th February 2023) - Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted in Colchester town centre.

Community News

  1. Colchester's annual carnival returns after two-year hiatus (Colchester Gazette, 10th February 2023) - Colchester's annual carnival has returned after a two-year hiatus, featuring floats, music, and community groups.
  2. New community centre opens in Colchester's Lexden area (Essex Live, 3rd February 2023) - A new community centre has opened in Colchester's Lexden area, offering facilities for local residents.

Sport

  1. Colchester United FC appoints new manager (Colchester Gazette, 7th February 2023) - Colchester United FC has appointed a new manager to lead the team in the upcoming season.
  2. Colchester Rugby Club secures promotion to new league (Essex Live, 5th February 2023) - Colchester Rugby Club has secured promotion to a new league after a successful season.

Please note that these articles are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news, I recommend checking the official websites of local news sources, such as the Colchester Gazette or Essex Live.