Latest
Local News
-
Colchester sees 29-day increase in pollen season due to climate change
The analysis used the Met Office’s guidance to define the hayfever season as when the maximum temperature recorded at a given location on a given day is above 13C for three consecutive days.
-
Police conduct shoreline patrols to combat 'marine-related' crimes
Essex Police special constable conducts shoreline patrols across Tendring hoping to combat marine-related crime such as theft and smuggling.
-
Colchester charity founder tells King he 'talks testicles for a living' during event
Toby Freeman, founder of The Robin Cancer Trust, met the King and Queen who held an event recognising the work of community-based cancer care projects.
-
Man who shared indecent images when he was a student in 2014 finally faces justice
Police went to Asil Amin’s room at Rowhedge Court student accommodation in Colchester in 2014 and seized his computer
-
U's pull out all the stops to get young fan to final game of season despite illness
A dedicated 12-year-old U's fan was delighted as the club ensured he was able to watch their last game of the season, despite having surgery days before.
-
Hundreds turn out to support trans rights rally amid supreme court ruling
Colchester residents showed their support for trans rights as hundreds turned up at the rally against the supreme court ruling in April.
-
Greater Anglia trains disrupted on three major routes from Colchester
Routes between Hythe, Clacton-on-Sea and Walton-on-the-Naze are all impacted, with some services cancelled altogether.
-
MoD confirms Middlewick site is 'under offer' leaving campaigners stunned
The Ministry of Defence have confirmed Middlewick Ranges are now under offer, which is "being considered", with campaigners saying it's "quite shocking".
National News
-
Tuesdays briefing Van Dijk backs Alexander Arnold and Blades are Wembley bound
Sheffield United moved within 90 minutes of a return to the Premier League after polishing off a record aggregate play-off win over Bristol City.
-
Simple MRI scan can spot heart disease risk 10 years early scientists say
A “simple” MRI scan can identify people at risk of heart disease 10 years before they have a heart attack or stroke, scientists have announced.
-
Wegovy slashes heart disease risk even before people shed weight
The weight-loss drug Wegovy slashes the risk of heart disease even before people shed pounds, data suggests.
-
Police probe suspected arson attacks on properties linked to Sir Keir Starmer
Counter-terror police are investigating after two properties linked to Sir Keir Starmer were damaged in suspected arson attacks.
Sport
-
Milton Oni has had to be 'really resilient' in comeback from serious knee injury
Colchester United midfielder Milton Oni on comeback after serious knee injury
-
U's pull out all the stops to get young fan to final game of season despite illness
A dedicated 12-year-old U's fan was delighted as the club ensured he was able to watch their last game of the season, despite having surgery days before.
-
FORMER U'S: Ex-Colchester United man is Blues' new Head of Football Operations
Former Colchester United defender Marc Tierney has new role
-
Former Colchester United favourite lands managerial role at non-league side
Former Colchester United favourite takes managerial role at National League North side
Weather
-
Tue
Sunny intervals
21°C
-
Wed
Sunny intervals
21°C
-
Thu
Low-level cloud
17°C
-
Fri
Sunny
20°C
What's On
-
Acorn Village: 50 Years
Discover the inspiring 50-year journey of Acorn Village, told through a rich collection of artworks created by artists with learning disabilities.
at Firstsite -
Camelot - Headgate Theatre
LERNER & LOEWE'S CAMELOT - This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International.
at Headgate Theatre, Colchester -
St.Helena Hospice 'Life Stories'
St Helena Hospice is celebrating its 40th anniversary with two exhibitions at the historical Jaywick Martello Tower. ‘
at Jaywick Martello Tower -
Elsa James: It Should Not Be Forgotten
Join Essex artist Elsa James in examining the heart of Britain’s colonial past and its lasting impact on Black life today.
at Firstsite Colchester
Recently Played
-
So What
Pink -
Dancing With A Stranger
Sam Smith -
Beautiful People
David Guetta & Sia
Today On Actual Radio
-
Actual Radio Breakfast with Tony & Emma
6:00am - 10:00am
-
Greg Potter
10:00am - 1:00pm
Through your workday
-
Pete Chapman
1:00pm - 4:00pm