Essex will have a few closures affecting the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing in the early hours of the morning over the weekend from June 24-26

Thousands of hate crimes were recorded

A WELL-KNOWN musician turned promoter has said his “desire to bring exciting music” to the country’s smallest town inspired him to launch his own gig night.

A YOUNG boy from Essex has won a bravery award after working as an ambassador for a charity through his cancer battle.

A DUO of life-long friends are hoping to raise cash for charity by taking on a gruelling 48 hour running challenge.

Her husband lays no blame at the door of the ambulance service

A man fled on foot as police officers arrived

A PERSON who ignorantly fly-tipped a pile of materials has been fined by Colchester Council.

The dealer was found with heroin and crack cocaine

To claim a free meal recipients need to download a voucher from the Toby Carvery app and present it in the restaurant alongside their military ID.

The attack warning relates to a scam which sees mock Facebook pages sent out via Messenger

The average price of petrol was a record 189.3p per litre, which the AA branded “a disgrace”.

Gymshark has launched a new collection of gym wear with one of its athletes, Whitney Simmons.

The luxurious American lingerie brand has slashed the prices of its sought-after bras, pants, sleepwear and PINK range.

Recreate Luca and Jacques's varsity jacket look for yourself with these perfect pre-loved options.

Sky has revealed the content coming to its channels and the streaming service NOW for July 2022.

Live updates on traffic and travel as second day of rail strikes hits Essex

A CYCLIST who was treated by fellow bike riders after suffering a cardiac arrest during a charity cycle race has tragically died.

The owner says he is 'absolutely delighted'

Essex Police confirmed inquiries are ongoing

WOULD-BE burglars attempted to break into a home in broad daylight prompting detectives to launch an investigation.

The music legends enjoyed a cod and chips takeaway in town.

COLCHESTER Council bosses say “mad” opposition councillors are “playing politics” by proposing an amendment to a budget set by a previous adminsitration.

A BRIDGE is to be closed overnight while a series of works are carried out.

A BY-ELECTION has been officially declared after the resignation of a Conservative councillor.

“WE have no control over what shops come to our towns.”

It has been described as an “urgent need"

HUNDREDS of families from frontline emergency services enjoyed free fun in the sun at Clacton Pier at the weekend.

Officers remain at the scene

The Galvin Green Man was recognised at the awards once again

Five tickets were issued

A MAN found in possession of more than 200 indecent images of children has been sentenced three years after he was first arrested.

It was discovered in a charity shop

It is the biggest project in history

The public enjoyed amazing music acts and more at the promenade park.

A SECOND bid by a developer to halt the adoption of a village neighbourhood plan has been dismissed by a judge.

A Colchester councillor described the figure as "absolutely shocking".

SHOPPERS have been left divided after a supermarket giant agreed to explore the possibility of opening a store in a city centre it recently announced it would leave.

The 60-year-old was kicked while pinned to the floor

He stole more than £7,000 worth of goods in total

The food chain, renowned for its famous salad bar, has left customers furious over the change to the way people order.

It is a year since the Bank first issued the polymer £50 banknote featuring Bletchley Park codebreaker and scientist Alan Turing.

Summer is here and it just got even better because Aldi has brought back its best-selling Hot Tub!

Whether you’re hoping to find a new summer scent or your favourite has ran out, there’s no need to panic.

The new streaming service has officially launched in the UK and you can sign up now.

Take a look at some of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Thursday, June 23.

Thunderstorms are expected to hit Essex on Thursday, June 23

He had served the university for more than two decades

A SERIOUS sexual assault probe has been launched by police who yesterday cordoned off a public footpath while they carried out their investigations.

She found the property in a state of disrepair when she moved