Essex will have a few closures affecting the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing in the early hours of the morning over the weekend

A TOWN centre pub has been told its food safety needs major improvement in a damning report.

A COASTAL distillery which opened its doors during the pandemic is hoping it will be just the tonic for the hard-hit hospitality industry in north Essex.

A HEALTH centre has celebrated being removed from special measures after making improvements to its services.

A WOMAN who took a car and drove it while above the drug drive limit has avoided an immediate jail sentence.

DETECTIVE who led the investigation into the stabbing of three men who suffered 60 separate wounds said the culprit posed “a very real danger to the public”.

A HUGE blow has been dealt to Middlewick campaigners as a senior Ministry of Defence boss has refused to withdraw from selling the site.

A fundraising event has been arranged for tomorrow as residents on a housing estate look to play their part in supporting war-stricken Ukrainians.

He had not eaten or slept in the three days before the killings

A MAJOR investment will help a community to shoot some hoops after a landmark funding was pledged to improve deteriorating sporting facilities.

Taking place in May, BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend will be in Coventry with Ed Sheeran, Lorde and Calvin Harris among the headlining acts.

Great Scott! LEGO has released a Back to the Future Time Machine. Here's how you can build you own.

Homeware retailer Dunelm has announced an exciting new collaboration with the Natural History Museum, celebrating the wonders of the natural world.

From bags to sweatshirts see all the Disney products for Mother's Day.

Gymshark has launched a sale and if you’re looking to update your wardrobe, there's plenty of discounts for you to grab.

See some of the best log burners and firepits from Aldi, Wayfair, The Range and more to help warm your patio, garden or deck.

An Essex-based hand sanitiser company has scored an investment after appearing on Dragons' Den.

A CHRISTIAN youth group will be holding a family event in support of a woman with a terminal cancer diagnosis.

SPADES are in the ground for a £65 million leisure park as work got underway this week.

A FRUSTRATED mum-of-two has had her cruise holiday plans sunk again because her teenage son cannot be vaccinated.

She was enjoying her first night out when she was heckled

ACTOR Martin Compston is reuniting with his Line of Duty colleagues for a spectacular one-off event next week in aid of a hospice close to his heart – and we are giving our subscribers EXCLUSIVE access to the show.

A THIEF who stole more than £150 worth of meat in Colchester has been made to pay the price.

Cast and huge crews teams are filming on Shoebury East Beach.

RESIDENTS have been left outraged by Frinton Summer Theatre's plans to put up a big tent on the town's hallowed greensward for five weeks during the summer holidays.

A new Harry Potter experience is opening in the UK this autumn, giving fans the chance to wander through the Forbidden Forest.

AN experienced dog trainer best known for being the star of a popular television show is set to bring his “wisdom, charm, and puppy prowess” to a Colchester venue.

A KILLER has been sentenced to life imprisonment after he became consumed by paranoid delusions before inflicting more than 60 stab wounds on three men in a “swift and sadistic” attack of “extraordinary wickedness”.

A LUXURIOUS health club has revealed the installation date for its brand new sauna.

The release date of the Victorian drama has been announced

A PAIR of friends are set to take on a huge challenge to fundraise for two charities.

AN inspiring young boy for whom haircuts are scary and stressful is preparing to brave a trim in aid of children fighting cancer.

TENDRING'S prestigious Blue Ribbon business awards are set to return after three years.

The tricksters phoned victims pretending to be their bank

A HOUSING provider has announced it will stop using what many consider to be a harmful weed killer across all its communities.

Martin Lewis gave the warning relating to people claiming tax before the end of the current tax year.

A LANE is blocked on a major route due to an incident involving a lorry.

A FOUL smell in Colchester is being investigated by the town’s MP.

A MAN armed with a dagger in Colchester has been ordered to undertake rehabilitation.

DOG owners will be able to swim with their furry friends at a new outdoor swimming pool opening in Essex.

A MAN who lived with untreated psychosis for six years before stabbing three men more than 60 times “had an inability to exercise selfcontrol”, a court heard.

A WOMAN who assaulted three police officers has been ordered to pay her victims compensation.

A DESERTED building could be used to host fleeing Ukrainian refugees if and when they arrive in Colchester.

He admitted the offence when he appeared at Colchester Magistrates’ Court

It means each year group will grow from 20 to 30 children

A DEVASTATED dog owner is warning others to look out for a dangerous plant which leaves pooches in severe pain.

Generally, people are reporting milder Covid reactions however many patients have noticed they are different to Alpha, Beta and Delta.

We have rounded up some of the best Irish whiskey on the market to help you get your hands on some today.

Stacey Solomon has partnered with Air Wick on her first-ever exclusive home fragrance collection Spring Roses.

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