The 'attractive' and 'scenic' Essex village crowned one of the best in the UK
Which? has revealed its list of the UK’s best towns and villages, based on factors such as peace and quiet, scenery, food and drink and more.
Dogs Trust appeals for urgent foster carers in Essex as domestic abuse cases rise
The service provides temporary foster care for dogs, allowing their owners to escape domestic abuse
A12 reopens both ways after 'vehicle damaged barrier' in Colchester
Motorists were forced to endure hours of backlog on the A12 after National Highways had to perform emergency repairs on the road.
Person dies after being hit by train at Essex train station
A person has died after being hit by a train at an Essex railway station on Monday morning (August 18).
Essex households urged to join energy switch scheme to slash bills
The Essex Energy Switch campaign is inviting residents to switch energy suppliers to get the best prices.
Major disruption on trains in Essex after person hit by train
All lines between Colchester and Chelmsford are blocked due to the incident, with most services cancelled or delayed.
A12 partially closed both ways near Colchester due to emergency repairs
One lane is closed on the A12 both ways between Junction 29, A120 Crown Interchange, and Junction 28, Colchester JobServe Stadium.
Refuge centre set up in Essex after firefighters tackle huge building blaze
Essex firefighters scrambled to deal with the building on fire in West Avenue, when they were called to the scene just after midnight.
Residents say UK's oldest city in Essex is a hidden gem, a 'must-visit'
From its Roman heritage to a vibrant mix of independents, events, and green spaces, Colchester city centre still has everything anyone could ever want.
Here are the upcoming road closures across Essex for August and September
Junctions at Maidenburgh Street, Northgate Street, St Helens Lane, and St Peter’s Street will be temporarily closed as well as Middle Mill for its entire length while special events take place at Castle Park.
Essex mother and daughter performers are a roaring success from TV appearances
AN Essex musical duo spanning two generations are taking their county, stage and the streaming platform Disney+ by storm.
Assistant headteacher swims English Channel for Farleigh Hospice
Assistant headteacher Richard Marshall swam the English Channel to raise money for Farleigh Hospice.
'I am very excited to give it my own twist' - Colchester man on being cast as Shrek
A THEATRE actor from Colchester is giving himself “a bit of pressure” as he prepares to step into the shoes of an iconic animated character.
Police close M11 following 'serious' collision on major Essex road
POLICE have closed the M11 following a 'serious' collision on a major road.
Police preparing for protest at Essex asylum seeker hotel tonight
POLICE are preparing for a planned protest at a hotel housing asylum seekers in Essex.
Officers safely escort young family of swans along busy road in Essex
OFFICERS escorted a young family of swans along a busy road in Essex this weekend.
'I've got my life back' says former 30st Essex man who lost half his weight
Stuart Murray from Colchester shared his weight loss journey, having lost more than 15 stone through Slimming World.
Swim school reaches new milestone across Essex pools
A small swimming school has reached a new milestone, as it recorded 2,000 students a week.
The picturesque 'chocolate box' village near Essex that's worth a visit
This "chocolate box" village is just half an hour or so from northern Essex and is worth a visit.
National pizza franchise seeks permission for overnight sales at Braintree store
A POPULAR pizza franchise in Braintree is seeking permission from the council to trade overnight.
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