The Essex city where house rents have soared by 38% in five years
Analysis shows that the average cost of renting a one-bedroom property in Colchester has risen by 37.63% since 2020.
Former Essex police officer found guilty of gross misconduct and barred for life
A police officer would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had he not already resigned, a misconduct panel has concluded.
Essex Hannah Dodd announced as leading lady for Netflix Bridgerton season 5
Netflix series Bridgerton is set to make history with Season 5, and a Colchester-born actress takes centre stage in this storyline.
Full line-up of acts for Braintree Festival in the Gardens announced
The full schedule for a popular summer music festival has been revealed – with tickets available.
Major £1.7m investment to boost education and employment in Essex
Essex County Council has announced a major investment to help residents get into work and improve key skills.
MP Priti Patel calls for government commitment to upgrade A12 and A120
MP Priti Patel has written to the transport secretary to demand answers on highways investment plans for the A12 and A120.
Dozens arrested after hundreds of vehicles stopped across North Essex
DOZENS of arrests were made during a major police crackdown across north Essex.
Planned power cut in Tiptree while trees are cut back from power cables
Residents in Tiptree are without power this morning while works are completed to cut trees back from power cables.
Disruption on Greater Anglia trains today due to fault between stations
Greater Anglia trains are facing disruption today with reduced service due to a points failure between two stations.
A120 drivers experiencing delays due to reports of 'obstruction in road'
The A120 is experiencing delays this morning due to an obstruction in the road.
Final weekend of travel disruption before major London station reopens
Passengers from Colchester have been forced to endure lengthy journeys of up to two hours to the capital.
Petition launched calling for A120 to be dualled between Marks Tey and Braintree
A120 Road to Safety campaign - sign our petition today
Kelvedon nursery where 'every child thrives' praised in Ofsted report
Attendance is closely monitered with same day follow up for absences and parents and carers say concerns are handled respectfully.
New National Farmers' Union chairman appointed for Essex
Graham Harvey has been appointed the new National Farmers' Union (NFU) chairman for Essex.
Essex firms meet with US trade delegates as they realise the 'American Dream'
A trade delegation led by Mayor Robert ‘Bobby’ Dyer toured Essex on a sunny Thursday, taking in its past, present and future.
Hundreds of Braintree students attend Green Skills, Careers and Tech Day
Hundreds of Braintree students took part in a day of learning about the importance of sustainability and future green careers.
Greater Anglia offers funding boost of up to £50k for community groups
Greater Anglia's funding scheme is offering groups up to £50,000 to support community improvement projects in the area.
Trains disrupted by points failure between Colchester and Ipswich
Railway passengers experienced delays today after a points failure between Ipswich and Colchester.
A12 Colchester-bound: Road blocked after crash causing serious traffic delays
Traffic on the A12 northbound towards Colchester is currently moving slowly after a collision near the Langham turn‑off .
Police appeal after report of man attempting to gain entry into property
Essex Police is investigating a report that a man attempted to gain entry to a gate at a property.
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