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Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100
How to spend the day in Essex's poshest village
The village of Stock in Essex could be the perfect family day out with a deep rooted history and plenty of fun to be had.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:39:11 +0100
Urgent appeal for missing Essex man
A missing man from Chelmsford has prompted police to ask for help, as they are "worried" about him

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
3 of the prettiest villages in Essex and how much it costs to live in each of them
Here are three of the prettiest villages in Essex along with some of the best things to do and how much it costs to live there.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council recognises matchday traffic issues at Colchester United
Colchester United held a live-streamed Fan Forum with the club’s chairman Robbie Cowling alongside coach Danny Cowley and assistant head coach, Nicky Cowley, on Tuesday.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Major budget airline offering 100 new cabin crew jobs at Essex Airport
Ryanair has announced they will be taking offering 100 new cabin crew jobs based at Stansted Airport.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:23:15 +0100
Colchester and Clacton train passengers facing travel chaos after 'mass signal loss'
Hundreds of people were delayed at London Liverpool Street on Saturday night after the issue was first reported shortly after 9.30pm.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:54:12 +0100
Essex influencer dies after being hit by former X Factor finalist
An influencer from Essex has died after a collision in Westminster which saw a former X Factor finalist charged with murder

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
The latest planning applications and decisions from Colchester Council
Here are the latest planning applications received and decided by Colchester Council.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
This is how works are progressing at Colchester's second Burger King
Burger King plans to open its second branch in the city, between Costa Coffee and Nando’s in Stane Leisure Park.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Village cafe with 'feel good food' and unique atmosphere
Earls Colne has everything its residents need – including a top-notch cafe.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
More than 200 homes could be built in village between Clacton and Colchester
More than 200 homes could be built in Great Bentley after plans for a new housing development were revealed.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'Fox cubs and bunny bundles' - Essex's spring baby boom in pictures at rescue centre
Wildlives Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre staff have been hard at work taking in dozens of animals in need every day - and it has been busier than usual this spring.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
I visited Colchester's oldest cinema and here's what I thought
After a move, the cinema has now been showing the latest Hollywood blockbusters for the last 24 years in Head Street.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'Brave' man to take on London Marathon seven years after being paralysed
A Harwich man will take on one of the world’s most iconic races this weekend seven years after being paralysed.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Meet the couple who are taking on this popular pub in Colchester
AN army veteran is “really excited” to be taking on the reigns of a longstanding Colchester pub with his wife.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:39:12 +0100
Appeal for help to find missing 15-year-old from Essex
A missing teenager, 15, from Essex has prompted a police appeal

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:05:45 +0100
Plane crashes leaving two injured at Essex airfield
Two people have been injured after a plane crashed into an airfield near an Essex town

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:25:27 +0100
Man injured after crashing into tree on slip road onto major Essex route
A man has been left injured after a car reportedly hit a tree on the A12

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:37:19 +0100
Men jailed for combined 12 years after Essex weapon investigation
Two men have been jailed for a combined 12 years after a police investigation in Epping

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:01:43 +0100
Air ambulance called to park in Essex for football injury
An air ambulance was called to a park in Colchester after a man was injured while playing football

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:10:23 +0100
Air ambulance called to incident in Colchester
An air ambulance has been called to an incident in Colchester as reports came in of a sporting injury

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Munnings Art Museum marks 65th anniversary with special exhibitions
The Munnings Art Museum in Dedham is marking 65 years since it first opened to the public with two exhibitions.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Five things to do in Colchester this week from Ember Sessions to an author event
Arts stalwart Ben Howard takes us through five great events to enjoy in Colchester in the coming week.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Tribute band to hugely successful British boy band performing in Colchester
 The Take That Experience will headline Mercury Theatre, Colchester, in July.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Explore Colchester and its surroundings with Jane's Walk
The Jane's Walk walking festival is returning to Colchester, with 32 walks on offer in the city and its surroundings.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Essex estuary walk named in top 10 for 'loveliest views' in UK
The walk along the Colne Estuary in Colchester has been named among the best in the UK by The Telegraph.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:02:49 +0100
Woman arrested after four taken to hospital in ambulance crash
A woman has been arrested after four were taken to hospital following a crash which overturned an ambulance

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Drivers set to face MORE closures on busy stretch of A12
Drivers using the A12 are being warned of delays between Ipswich and Colchester which are set to begin in May.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Why you should visit the Essex town dubbed as 'the next big thing'
Recognised as a rising location in the UK, an Essex town has been dubbed "the next big thing".

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
'Unwelcome Journey' grief seminar held in Frinton
A community seminar on grief was held at Frinton Community Association to provide guidance and support.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Why is the Turkey hair transplant cost so low in 2026?
Find out why the Turkey hair transplant cost in 2026 is so much lower than in the UK, what is included, and what patients should know.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:37:15 +0100
Protest planned at former Essex RAF site prompts police dispersal order
A dispersal order has been announced near to a former air force base in Essex, as a planned protest is due to take place this weekend

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The top 10 primary schools across Colchester ranked by independent School Guide
AN independent website has highlighted its top 10 primary schools across Colchester

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Colchester couple 'excited' as salon celebrates anniversary with special event
An independent Colchester salon is preparing to celebrate its first anniversary with exciting community-focused event.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
A to Z bucket list of things to do and places to see for a true Essex experience
We have created an A to Z bucket list, full of things you can enjoy to get a true Essex experience.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
City centre café which is under new ownership set to temporarily close
Roots and Grooves café, in St Nicholas Square, will shut its doors from 5pm on Monday as the business is receiving a refurbishment.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Some of the best Essex car boot sales as summer edges closer
As summer quickly approaches, people across Essex will be having spring clear outs and looking to sell preloved items, these car boot sales could help.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nigel Farage Column: Here are the Sunshine Coast's major events you should know about
One of my favourite events of the whole year is the Clacton Airshow, so I was very pleased to read the other day that the Red Arrows will return once again.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:49:04 +0100
Third reported crash on A12 today causing increasing delays for Essex drivers
Essex drivers are facing delays on the A12, following reports of a third crash on the route today.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:19:42 +0100
Reports of second crash on major route causing CHAOS for commuters
A section of the A12 is blocked due to a reported crash in Essex.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:18:02 +0100
Winners announced for Beat the Street Colchester challenge
Winners have been crowned for Colchester's Beat the Street challenge.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:05:17 +0100
Standstill traffic on major road after reports of a crash
A major route is currently experiencing standstill traffic due to a reported crash affecting commuters.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:05:54 +0100
Network Rail warns of 'dangerous overconfidence' when using level crossings
New research has revealed "dangerous overconfidence" is putting young adults' lives at risk on level crossings in the Anglia region.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
International company proposes Essex site closure putting jobs at risk
Dozens of jobs are at risk as part of a proposed site closure in Chelmsford, Essex.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Man arrested on suspicion of sexual communications with child
Essex Police were made aware of an alleged incident at Longfield Medical Centre, in Princes Road, Maldon, last Thursday evening.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'Shocking' fuel thefts at Konectbus depot reason for bus disruptions
Bus bosses have now come forward to explain what has been happening behind the scenes.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Hundreds of bottles dumped near bins after bottle banks removed
"It seems a bit drastic to completely remove the bottle bank because of fly tipping."

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Man 'blindfolded and tortured boy in campaign of abuse', witness tells jury
A witness told a jury sitting at Ipswich Crown Court that Parker had abused the child on a number of occasions and left him needing to see a doctor.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:46:00 +0100
Five injured after private ambulance involved in crash on A13
Four people have been transported to hospital by road following a crash on the A13 near Basildon.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:45:53 +0100
Ambulance service up for award for video calls which help stroke patients
The East of England Ambulance Service has been nominated for a national award for using video calls to help stroke patients.

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