In pictures - The best of Summer Series so far
THE Colchester Castle Summer Series is well underway.
SEVERE delays on M11 as all traffic held near Stansted Airport
Drivers are facing severe delays in Essex this afternoon following an earlier road block on the M11.
The Essex school that will not reopen after the summer holidays
A school on the Essex-London border will not reopen when the new academic year begins, bringing an end to its long history.
Thunder and MORE torrential downpours could hit Essex this week
Essex is set for a change in conditions later this week, with forecasters warning of more unsettled weather.
Manhunt launched after pub raided of more than £1,000 worth of alcohol
Police are seeking a man after a Walton pub was raided of more than £1,000 worth of alcohol.
Major rail operator issues Stansted update as it cancels 'almost all routes'
Passengers using trains to Stansted Airport are being urged to check their journey after a major issue affected services across much of the country.
Talented young musicians in Essex invited to join free workshops
Young musicians in Essex can join free workshops by Essex Youth Orchestra and Essex Youth Jazz Orchestra.
Five cats with Cats Protection in Essex looking for forever homes
Five cats, currently under care of Cats Protection in Essex, are looking for their forever homes are hoping to capture the hearts of new owners.
Photography competition launched for Essex residents to feature in 2027 calendar
A photography competition celebrating the beauty of Essex is giving residents the chance to see their images featured in a glossy 2027 calendar
Summer Series headliner stops concert due to medical emergencies
Becky Hill performed to thousands of fans in Lower Castle Park last night.
Delays on multiple Essex train routes due to track defect
Commuters travelling through part of Essex this morning are being warned to allow extra time for their journeys following a track defect
Fresh plans submitted to transform HMO into children's care home in Basildon
A HMO could be turned into a new children’s care home under fresh plans submitted to Basildon Council
Colchester business boss confirmed for hit Netflix show, Love Is Blind UK
A Colchester business owner is set to take on a new challenge as he is confirmed as a cast member for season 3 of hit Netflix reality show, Love Is Blind K
Stunning grade II listed Essex cottage on the market reduced by over £200,000
A Grade II listed cottage in the centre of one of Essex’s most sought-after villages has had £225,000 knocked off its asking price.
Drivers facing increasing delays on A12 due to crash
Drivers are facing delays on a major Essex route following a crash near the Boreham Interchange.
Police investigation launched after person hospitalised in serious crash
An investigation has been launched following a serious collision on a busy route near Felsted.
Two men sought after assault and robbery at busy retail park
Police are appealing for information following a robbery at Blackwater Retail Park, Maldon.
Body recovered after man goes overboard cruise ship operated by Essex firm
Emergency services were called after the incident involving Ambassador Cruise Line’s Ambition in the North Sea on Friday, August 21.
Essex rape survivor speaks out to help other women after attacker jailed
Charlie Goody, 24, of Field Street, Boston, Lincolnshire, was found guilty of two counts of rape following a trial at Chelmsford Crown Court in April.
Audi recovered and man arrested after theft in rural Essex village
A stolen vehicle has been recovered, and a man arrested in connection with a theft in a rural Essex village.
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