In today's Standard:

Family launches a fundraising bid to pay off medical bills after mum falls critically ill on holiday, council leader says port planning deal must be scrapped to get A120 dualled, and Harwich's Betty Holbrook is given MBE in Queen's Birthday Honours.

Manningtree Swimming Pool could once again be open to the public if fresh plans in 40 year drive to get a roof are approved, fairground style bioscope cinema brings the past to life, and killer is jailed after Lawford murder.

Plus all the latest news, sport and entertainment.

Harwich and Manningtree Standard: