Chelmsford Weekly News

David Walliams named after High Court rejects injunction blocking ITN and Guardian reports on denied allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power.

Essex households urged to prepare for cyber attacks, floods and power cuts by following the Government’s Be Ready advice and keeping three days of supplies.

Residents have launched a petition against plans to house asylum seekers in the rural village of Tillingham, prompting concern from councillors

Jemima Goldsmith accuses convicted rapist Russell Brand of violence and abuse after his 10-year, six-month sentence at Southwark Crown Court.

Multi-vehicle crash closes the northbound A12 near Colchester between junctions 29 and 30, with National Highways warning of delays exceeding 60 minutes.

Battery fire in a Latchingdon cupboard prompts Burnham firefighters to warn Essex residents about safe storage, smoke alarms and evacuation on November 9.

Community360's collapse has axed vital transport for elderly and vulnerable Essex residents in Colchester, Chelmsford and Maldon, threatening hospital trips.

Latest Postcode Lottery results reveal £1,000 wins for Essex in Colchester and Rainham, Thurrock, plus a £377,224 Millionaire Street Prize elsewhere in the UK.

National ambulance guidelines are set to be revised after an Essex coroner raised concerns following the death of a 60-year-old woman.

Former New Courthouse pub in Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, goes on sale as a freehold 0.63-acre town-centre site with potential for redevelopment or alternative uses.

Chelmsford traffic delays follow a multi-vehicle crash partially blocking the A1016 Westway northbound between Britvic Roundabout and Writtle Road.

Crash partially blocks Fourth Avenue near Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, causing delays in both directions. Drivers advised to allow extra time.

Russell Brand’s father calls him a “victim” after the comedian’s 10-and-a-half-year prison sentence for rape and sexual assault; police probe two allegations.

Homeless people in Essex can now get free flu vaccinations this winter under expanded NHS rules.

Essex Police receives £57,721 to tackle rural crime, funding an off-road vehicle, mobile ANPR, trail cameras and action against hare coursing, poaching and theft.

Manningtree Station pub in Essex is named the East of England’s best railway station pub, ranking 11th nationally among 46 across Great Britain.

The Punch Bowl in Paglesham has been named Essex’s best restaurant by OpenTable diners, earning top spot with a 4.8-star rating and two AA Rosettes.

Essex criminals jailed for sexual offences, attempted murder, domestic abuse, violence, drug dealing and child cruelty throughout October 2026.

Essex Police appeal for witnesses after boy hit by car on Bergholt Road, Colchester, on November 9, suffering an arm injury. Road reopened.

Witham-born former Tottenham goalkeeper Barry Daines has died aged 75. The Spurs loyal servant made 173 appearances during a 12-year career at the club.