A flood alert has been issued for Clacton by the Environment Agency with the rain set to arrive today

A Southend park turned purple this evening as mourners paid tribute to “beautiful” Archie Battersbee.

PARENTS thinking of leaving their children at home while they head out are being urged to read the latest NSPCC advice.

It follows a controversial planning decision

Volunteers are needed

Joanne started at the school back in 1973 and is looking to find her fellow classmates

THOUSANDS of patients waited longer than a year for routine treatment at the trust running Colchester and Ipswich hospitals in June, figures show.

A stinger device was used to stop Singh on the A12

Essex County Council is to finalise a decision on the ban

General traffic is banned from accessing the road during the day

The decision was branded "insulting"

She hopes to help others

A NURSE and grandmother stepped in to help deliver her latest grandchild at the last minute and says she feels a special bond with the baby boy.

The animal, believed to be a grass snake, disappeared later in the night.

The supermarket has taken the “precautionary action” to recall the product because of the risk, which has occurred due to a production fault

Some schools will see an expected 300 per cent rise in energy costs.

Firefighters worked quickly to stop a fire in the open from spreading to homes in Colchester today.

Officers evacuated the Harvester and Sainsbury's as a precaution

WITH a stunning seafront view, spacious open plan set-up, and refurbished glean, it is no wonder why this house is currently the most expensive on the market in Tendring.

THUNDERSTORMS are due to bring an end to the latest heatwave in Essex this week, with forecasters warning for the potential of torrential downpours.

THESE are the faces of two violent offenders who left their victims seriously injured during a street brawl in Clacton.

It will return next month

Resurfacing works and more are set for multiple roads

MYLAND Community Council will be hosting an event for relatives of those who perished during the bombing of Severalls Hospital during the Second World War, as well as members of the public.

We ask readers on whether disposable barbeques should be banned from beaches.

THE launch of a new paranormal-themed book is set to be a spooky affair as it takes place in Colchester’s most haunted pub.

A COMMUNITY has been left bitterly divided over controversial plans for a social club - with locals picking sides between the neighbouring pub’s new and old licensees.

A CAMPAIGNING councillor has said “we need to take control of our buses” after transport bosses reportedly unveiled further plans to shake-up services.

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FIREFIGHTERS are calling on people to be careful following a chaotic start of the month for fire crews who respond to countless incidents.

Here is how to apply

The thief was spared a prison sentence

Ahead of his last show on BBC Radio 2, Paul O'Grady reveals the real reason he's leaving.

If you have grown sick of chasing flies out of your house during the summer months, a little-known tip could help to solve the problem.

The Bank of England said that it would hike interest rates by 0.5 percentage points to 1.75% last week.

Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, August 14.

A busy road is closed as officers are on the scene of a single-vehicle crash.

A young man is in hospital after being knocked to the ground in an assault in Colchester High Street.

Photos show the aftermath of a huge multi-vehicle crash on a major road in Essex yesterday.

Police and firefighters have thanked residents for their "incredible" support after one of the largest field fires Essex Fire and Rescue Service has ever seen.

A train company in Essex is accepting Greater Anglia tickets today as train drivers walk out today amid the worsening disputes over jobs, pay and conditions.

As Essex heads into another hot and dry weekend, Essex Fire and Rescue Service has issued a plea for everyone to have "fire free fun".

The Colchester Toy Library has run for 36 years thanks to the efforts of volunteers who want to help children

There is plenty happening in and around the city.

He has been fined

The following food and drink businesses opened this year in Essex

ELDERLY care home residents were treated to a spirit-lifting live show in their living rooms when an experienced musician paid them a visit.

HOUSEHOLDS across the county are being urged to be vigilant this summer due to a rise in rogue traders.

COLCHESTER may not be getting a Royal visit this year to mark its new-found city status.

PITCH-PERFECT students from schools in and around Colchester took part in a “wonderful” singing project inspired by climate activism.