Fly-tipping campaign launched after 1.65 tonnes cleared from A12 18 November 2025 Colchester City Council cleared 1.65 tonnes of waste from the A12 over three nights, beginning 27 October.
Colchester Crematorium’s recycled metal raises another £10,000 for charity 18 November 2025 Following an earlier £12,500 donation in March, Colchester Crematorium recently gave another £10,000 to The Tom Bowdidge Youth Cancer Foundation, demonstrating its strong community commitment.
Colchester skyline sparkles with St Nicholas Square 25m Christmas Wheel 14 November 2025 The £1.6million space – which opened in July - will host a spectacular 25-metre Observation Wheel this Christmas.
Help shape Colchester City Council’s budget for 2026/27 13 November 2025 Colchester City Council is inviting residents to share their views on spending priorities as part of its annual budget consultation.
Colchester Local Plan: Committee agrees to public consultation on draft proposals 11 November 2025 Colchester City Council’s Local Plan Committee has voted in favour of the Preferred Options draft Local Plan proceeding to public consultation.
New secure cycle shelter at Leisure World boosts health and cuts travel costs 10 November 2025 The new cycle shelter, located at the front of Leisure World Colchester, significantly upgrades the previous facility, offering enhanced security
Colchester Sports Park celebrates fourth consecutive year of Quest accreditation 10 November 2025 Quest is the UK leisure sector’s leading quality assurance and continuous improvement tool, recommended by Sport England
Colchester City Council announces Multi-Faith Committee to strengthen community unity 10 November 2025 The announcement coincides with Interfaith Week 2025, a national celebration of dialogue and cooperation between different faiths
Heart of Greenstead project moves forward – major benefits for local community 7 November 2025 Bringing services together in one place, the project will make it easier to access health care, housing support, childcare and community activities
Successful launch of Free Tennis Weekend in Colchester 7 November 2025 The first event saw a brilliant turnout, with over 40 residents of all ages getting involved and enjoying a fantastic one-hour free tennis session