Colchester news now
Here are some recent news articles from Colchester, Essex, UK:
Local News
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.