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Ferne McCann on spinning work and motherhood plates.

Hundreds of people gathered in Colchester city centre to witness this year's carnival, which celebrated the city's diversity

Reports suggest the Galley's Corner roundabout is blocked with traffic being diverted on to Cressing Road

The Gazette reported on how Colchester Riverside LTD wants to demolish the empty Fairfax House and Digby House, and to part-demolish and convert Century House in North Station Road, last month.

Dr Carlos Aparicio Knorr, of the Colchester area, appeared before the Medical Practitioners’ Tribunal Service in April but it was only partly heard.

The third annual Sawan Mela took place at Stanway Community Centre on Villa Road, last Saturday.

A traditional family fete is making its return this summer.

Aston Villa have accepted a £117million bid for Morgan Rogers from Chelsea, the Press Association understands.

Josh Kerr backed up his bravado to set a world record in the mile at the London Diamond League.

Andy Burnham has been urged to stick to Labour’s manifesto and block further drilling in the North Sea amid reports he is considering backing new oil and gas projects.

Donald Trump joined the chorus of criticism over Thomas Tuchel’s defence-minded approach against Argentina as the United States President questioned the England manager’s “unusual” use of his golf buddy Harry Kane.

Colchester United boss Danny Cowley's verdict on pre-season win at Harlow

Colchester United beat Harlow Town 5-0 in pre-season game

Former Colchester United goalkeeper Ethan Ross signs for National League side

Colchester United beat Heybridge Swifts in pre-season game