The Essex seaside town that 'simply beats the rest for one reason'
A seaside town known for its nostalgic charm has captured the heart of a travel writer who believes it "simply beats the rest."
Investigation launched into suspected arson attack at storage site
Police have launched an investigation into a suspect arson which took place at a vehicle storage site in Linford.
Two men arrested after city centre 'disturbance' filmed by witnesses
Two men have been arrested after a reported disturbance in Colchester city centre and was witnessed by a number of people.
Man arrested on suspicion of exposure in two Essex areas
A man has been arrested in connection with two incidents of exposure in Stansted and Elsenham in May.
Three car crash causing SEVERE delays on major route
A crash involving three vehicles is causing long delays for M25 drivers near Epping with a lane closure in place.
Stansted Airport passengers facing WEEKS of increased travel time
Stansted Airport passengers are set to face increased journey times on the A120 due to roadworks.
Six more charged after protests over murder of Essex student
Six more people have been charged with violent disorder after protests in Southampton over the treatment of Henry Nowak.
Fire service share update on cause of blaze that damaged 36 buses
The fire service has provided an update on a blaze which resulted in 36 buses being destroyed between Linford and Chadwell St Mary.
Plan to replace poultry shed for farm's 'long-term future' approved despite concerns
A controversial plan to redevelop a poultry unit in Shalford Green has been approved by councillors despite warnings over potential impacts.
The 10 best performing secondary schools in Essex revealed from new league table
Using a new league table from The Telegraph, we have crunched the data and revealed the top 10 best secondary schools across Essex.
In the dock - the latest cases heard at North Essex Magistrates' Court
A round-up of selected recent cases heard at North Essex Magistrates’ Court in both Chelmsford and Colchester.
How to spend a day at the splendid seaside town a short drive from Essex city
Brightlingsea is an easy seaside escape less than half an hour’s drive from Colchester, offering a quiet day out in Essex.
Essex island with 'old-school seaside charm' named best in UK
Mersea Island in Colchester has been named among the best islands for a UK staycation by Conde Nast Traveller.
The 'picturesque' Essex border town named UK's top summer destination for 2026
A TOWN on the Essex border has been named the UK’s top summer holiday destination for 2026 by Expedia.
Murderer given extra jail time after having 1,000 indecent images of children
A convicted murderer serving a life term has been handed additional years for having more than 1,000 indecent images of children.
Mother who murdered one-year-old son sentenced to life in jail
An Essex mother who poisoned her one-year-old son has been jailed for life.
Why this major Essex route was closed for more than 10 hours today
The M25 between Junction 27 and Junction 25 near Theydon Bois was shut for more than 10 hours today due to emergency roadworks.
Cyclist dies after being hit by car
A man has died after being hit by a car on Maldon Road in Tiptree as police continue their investigations.
Essex singer performs alongside Ed Sheeran in surprise gig
Lianne Kaye, a singer from Colchester, performed alongside megastar Ed Sheeran in a surprise gig at Ipswich Waterfront.
Car destroyed and tattoo shop damaged after blaze breaks out
A vehicle fire has damaged the premises of a popular tattoo shop in Braintree on Rayne Road, Essex.
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