Rumour; account (6)
I believe the answer is:
report
I believe this clue is a double definition.
'rumour' is the first definition.
(I've seen this before)
'account' is the second definition.
(synonyms)
(Other definitions for report that I've seen before include "Written account" , "Journalist's account - explosive noise" , "shop" , "Statement of facts, news etc - noise" , "Sharp sound of a gun firing" .)