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The Mayor cordially invites residents to join him for this historic event
Read MoreThe work will ensure that walking and cycling routes in Colchester are maintained and accessible
Read MoreThe authority at least £2.9m worth of extra pressure, next year, as it wrestles with higher energy bills, inflation, ...
Read MoreThe PSPO will apply to the entire district of Colchester for three years
Read MoreParkPlay is about building stronger, healthier, connected communities through the life-changing power of play
Read MoreThe scheme will loan bikes to eligible residents for an initial period of six months
Read More£12,000 raised for St Helena Hospice as part of a national recycling scheme
Read MoreThey'll sponsor Colchester Villa under-12s Reds youth football team for the next two seasons
Read MoreA special service will take place to remember the 78th anniversary of Operation Market Garden
Read MoreColchester church service to celebrate the Queen’s life
Read MoreMembers of the press and public are welcome to attend and witness this historic event outside the Town Hall
Read MoreThe successful bid will continue the interventions already in place to reduce the number of people sleeping rough
Read MoreFocusing on the council’s performance, governance, relationships and financial resilience
Read MoreColchester officially becomes a city of 12 September 2022
Read MoreThe consultation runs until Monday, 5 September 2022
Read MoreThe car park will remain open and operate its usual opening hours and tariffs
Read MoreFather Christmas will be visiting Colchester Castle from the 3rd to the 23rd December
Read MorePension Age households in Colchester will receive a one-off payment
Read MoreThe tradition dates to 1540
Read MoreThe results of the survey will help inform future priorities and action
Read MoreCampaign highlights the scourge of litter thrown from vehicles
Read MoreThe money will be to invested in projects that will directly benefit residents across the borough
Read MoreThe bid supports a pledge to tackle inequality and boost the local economy
Read MoreThe council achieved accreditation by raising awareness through a staff Virtual Dementia Tour
Read MoreThe bonus drop-off day will be at Boxted Community Hub
Read MoreAffecting Coast Road car park in West Mersea and St Mary's in the town centre
Read MoreThe first in a series of Community Actions Days to be held across the borough each month
Read MoreWe Made That will project manage and lead the consultant team
Read MoreThe council is looking for suitable locations and community groups to work with, to create new community orchards for...
Read MoreFor projects from next generation care, to support to the creative and digital sectors and other businesses, includin...
Read MoreInvestment in Greenstead and Colchester Town Centre will help reduce crime and antisocial behaviour
Read Morethe games encourage physical activity and healthy lifestyles among some of the most disadvantaged communities
Read MoreCastle Park, High Woods Country Park and Colchester Cemetery and Crematorium once again scoop the national award
Read MorePart of the path was closed in December 2020 after movement in a section of riverbank at Fieldgate Quay
Read MoreEncouraging everyone to be a little more active and to bring communities together
Read MoreMichael Palin Heads to Charter Hall for the first date of his UK tour 2022: ‘From North Korea into Iraq’
Read MoreSetting out key priorities and measures to ensure all residents have access to safe and affordable homes
Read MorePerson fined after assaulting neighbourhood officer
Read MoreSupporting residents through the cost-of-living crisis is a council priority
Read More"A new festival and street food concept with lots of diverse movies"
Read MoreThanks to a successful crowdfunding campaign undertaken with Art Happens, a platform run by Art Fund
Read MoreKaren Syrett scooped the Head Planner of the Year Award
Read MoreThe new online booking system means visitors book and pay for their visit in advance
Read MoreTo raise awareness and discover what everyone can do to reduce their impact on the planet
Read MoreCome along and take a tour of the state-of-the-art facilities
Read MoreEnrol onto Leisure World’s Swim England Accredited lessons with a chance to win some great prizes
Read MoreWith a package of measures to support struggling residents
Read MoreThe council has responded formally as part of the consultation process
Read MoreCastle Park set for spectacular weekend of music with Westlife and Ball & Boe
Read MoreThe Best Accessible Museum
Read MoreColchester Museums can now press ahead with its exciting plans
Read MoreThe mayor will lead a ceremony on the Town Hall steps
Read MoreThe BID commissioned the artwork and Colchester Borough Council funded the project
Read MoreTemporary changes to its fitness and teaching-pool timetables
Read MoreContractors have begun work to clear the former CTruks Marine Services site
Read MoreThe commemoration will be held in Hollytrees Museum Gardens
Read MoreCabinet set to discuss how to develop proposals for a cost-of-living action plan
Read MoreQualifying residents can apply now for a discretionary £150 payment
Read MoreNo changes to bin collections over Jubilee weekend
Read MoreThe Local Plan for sustainable development in Colchester can be found legally sound
Read MoreHelp tell the story of those persecuted for witchcraft
Read MoreA fun-filled weekend of activities for all the family on 4 and 5 June
Read MoreA truly magical day out for the whole family
Read MoreThe news was welcomed by the Mayor of Colchester and other civic representatives
Read MoreCommunity Cycle event celebrates RideLondon’s arrival in Colchester
Read MoreColchester partners join together to support Dementia Action Week
Read MoreKaren Syrett has been shortlisted in the East of England RTPI Awards for
Read MoreA host of special activities are planned for Thursday 2 June
Read MoreThe public is being invited to help shape the future of outdoor recreation
Read MoreThis year's route has been announced
Read MoreLeisure World Colchester is holding a Lifeguard Recruitment Open Day on Thursday 28 April
Read MoreAs part of the Colchester Woodland and Biodiversity Project
Read MoreHow households in the borough are set to benefit
Read MoreThe planted blossom circles are an area of reflection for everyone across the borough
Read MoreThe trail will run from 2 May to 26 June 2022 and take you on a journey to discover 15 locations across the borough
Read MoreThe occasion marks the return of the traditional civic event after a two-year interval due to the pandemic
Read MoreThe much-loved Victorian bandstand in Castle Park was built between 1894 and 1896
Read MoreShare your stories with younger generations and add to the celebrations in Colchester this year
Read MoreSpring into action for a nature-themed walking trail bank holiday weekend
Read MoreFor its campaign to encourage drivers to switch off their vehicle engines when stationary
Read MoreAn ambitious new masterplan is set to deliver a raft of exciting new projects and investment in Colchester’s historic...
Read MoreVisit Colchester launches new walking trails in time for Easter
Read MoreThe lives, loves and losses of the pandemic commemorated at the Mercury theatre
Read MoreUkrainian flag raised above Colchester Castle and Colchester Town Hall in solidarity.
Read MoreAfternoon events outside the Mercury for reflection on the last two years of the pandemic.
Read MoreProfessional mural artist Dan Kitchener mural in Colchester town centre.
Read MoreM3 Design Development Ltd appointed as contractor.
Read MoreRussell Kane is to perform his new show ‘The Essex Variant’ at Colchester’s Charter Hall.
Read MoreAn exciting new vision for Colchester’s town centre.
Read MoreSecurity improvements for 17 open space sites in Colchester
Read MoreHighlighting Colchester as a great tourist destination for groups to visit
Read MoreSupport is available for local people who are experiencing acute financial pressures.
Read MoreWork starts on the £65 million Colchester Northern Gateway Leisure Park
Read MoreThe investment will ensure local netball in Colchester can be enjoyed by netball leagues and clubs who hire the facil...
Read MoreThe project is just one of several measures being developed by the council in response to the climate emergency
Read MoreTwo full team kits donated to help preserve them for future generations
Read MoreAcclaimed international pianist Maria Kustas played Beethoven and Brahms
Read MoreIt will remain open for people to leave messages until Saturday, 30 April.
Read MoreThe new strategy is a commitment in the council’s Strategic Plan and will strengthen and support the borough’s cultur...
Read MoreCommonwealth Day 2022 will be celebrated with a special flag-raising ceremony at 10am at the Town Hall
Read MoreIt is with great sadness that we confirm the death of Colchester Borough Council member and former Mayor, Cllr Nick Cope
Read MoreThe new lighting will enable the trees, along with the Sycamore on the roof of Colchester Castle, to be lit for speci...
Read MoreThe opening leg of the race will head into Colchester town centre and through the wider borough before crossing into ...
Read MoreThe special civic event aims to bring the community together through a range of music, recitals, and other performances
Read More141 new street trees are being planted at several sites across the borough
Read MoreThe Mayor of Colchester has condemned Russia’s invasion
Read MoreThe new fund totalling £30,000 has been made available to support cultural and creative events and activity across th...
Read MoreThe three gold and two bronze pieces went missing from a display cabinet
Read MoreVisit Colchester will be encouraging more groups to head to the town
Read MoreAn exciting week of activities is coming to Colchester, to encourage older adults to get active.
Read MoreAll but one of the luxury homes at Creffield Villas, in Lexden, now occupied.
Read MoreColchester Borough Council reassures residents that planning work continues for Fieldgate Quay
Read MoreHG Construction will start work on the 200,000 sq ft scheme this month
Read More17 Essex MPs have signed the letter calling on Colchester to be awarded city status
Read MoreResidents are being offered a big helping hand to green-up their gardens
Read MoreWestlife, will perform at Colchester’s Castle Park on Saturday 2 July
Read MoreMarking the 70th anniversary of the Queen’s accession to the throne
Read MoreResidents are invited to come together for a special Covid commemoration event being staged at The Mercury on Saturda...
Read MoreA public consultation and survey have been launched today, so the community can share their views on the 'Heart of Gr...
Read MoreColchester Museums have something to entertain all families and budgets
Read MoreThe Mayor will plant a commemorative tree at 2pm on Sunday 6 February – the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s ...
Read MoreReceiving a rating of 52%, which performed well above the national average of 43% for district councils
Read MoreThe public has until 5pm on 7 February 2022 to comment on the plans
Read MoreThe 12-week project supports the vision set out in the Planning for the Future White Paper
Read MoreIn a bid to make it a cleaner, greener, and more pleasant place for residents and visitors.
Read MoreKervan Kitchen was established in 2018 and is a casual dining restaurant offering authentic Turkish cuisine
Read MoreA comprehensive 44-page Visitor Guide, together with the smaller Discover Mini Guide
Read MoreOne-off grants of up to £6000 per premises to businesses which meet the eligibility criteria
Read MoreThe council will look to offer even more pick-up locations over the coming months.
Read MoreKnightzzz at the Museum, the ultimate sell-out sleepover, is back by popular demand for February half term
Read MoreBritish Cycling is currently looking to recruit a full-time Go-Ride coach, in partnership with Colchester Borough Cou...
Read MoreIdverde is working closely with the council to introduce new low-carbon, battery-operated gardening equipment
Read MoreGrants will be worth up to 100% in Business Rate relief for 2021/22 and will be available to businesses which meet th...
Read MoreThe £30,000 fund will support creative events and activity happening across the borough between 1 May 2022 and 30 Apr...
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