Zagan Holdings was hoping to transform a rear space unit at 33 to 35 Long Wyre Street into a holiday let.

The Spinnaker on Hythe Quay is what you imagine when you think about what a classic English boozer may look like.

Lewis started creating films while in the Colchester Institute, the first being a film called Alienated in 2024, which was partly shot in the Crown pub near Manningtree.

This pretty village in Essex home to "gourmet pubs" and a "cool coffee shop" has been named one of the poshest in the country - here's why.

The Park and Ride (P&R) just off the A12 in Cuckoo Farm Way has been a handy way for visitors to get into Colchester city centre.

A fire at an area of marshland in Canvey was tackled by nine crews for four hours as they worked to put it out.

The acclaimed American singer-songwriter is set to visit Colchester later this year.

Ellouise Champion has now published two children’s books on Amazon called My Sibling in Heaven and My Sibling Amongst The Stars.

The Hythe in Colchester is home to thousands of residents.

Discover Chatham Green, Essex: a historic hamlet on the Essex Way, home to the award-nominated Windmill pub, Grade II listed buildings, and nature walks.

A man in his 50s is in a serious condition in hospital after being hit by a car in Essex which failed to stop at the scene.

A 19-year-old woman has died after a reported dog attack with a man in his 30s arrested in connection with the incident.

Essex County Council is recruiting for senior roles in Chelmsford, including Head of Data Management, Head of Education, and Senior Product Manager in Social Care.

The Rotary Club of Kelvedon and District has donated nearly £6,000 to fund equipment for the stroke unit at Colchester Hospital.

Homeowners in Second Avenue, Weeley, are turning a garage into a dog grooming salon.

Arts stalwart Ben Howard takes us through five great events to enjoy in Colchester in the coming week.

Readers react to the latest Essex news including damage to a park, a misplaced path in a new housing estate and planning for 41 flats above a store.

Travel agents across north Essex say bookings are starting to recover after they took a big hit in the wake of the Iran War.

Rollerworld held its Eggstravaganza event today, where Charter Hall was transformed into a fantastic roller-skating rink.

Family-run farm Alpaca Acres in Great Tey is seeking a new member to join its dedicated team.

The Met Office has warned of a rare weather phenomenon which could bring heatwaves to Essex this summer.

A group of North Essex villages has been named among the UK's 'prettiest'.

A police cordon is currently in place in Southend outside the Ask Italian restaurant in London Road.

Animal encounters, newly-refurbished attractions, and ice cream in the sunshine - here's what we thought of Colchester Zoo.

Experts at The Times have revealed their picks for the 20 best spring walks across the British countryside, including one in Essex.

Rollerworld owners Anne and Jason Khan announced talks are currently under way with landlords of the old Debenham's building, in Culver Square.

Braintree residents have called for an empty building to become something bringing life to the town centre after a shopping outlet closed.

A fuel leak forced a passenger jet to divert to Stansted Airport, and has since prompted safety concerns as the Air Accidents Investigation Branch find the pilots increased fire risk.

Toto the Ninja Cat is a series of children’s books by Colchester’s Dermot O’Leary with the first book, The Great Snake Escape, now being adapted into a 55-minute play.

Stansted Airport partners with Essex Wildlife Trust to boost biodiversity, backing Manchester Airports Group’s sustainability and local wildlife conservation.

Tone Skeggs, 76 – now affectionately known as “TikTok Tone” – began appearing in light-hearted promotional clips.

Being surrounded by a group of cheerful animals who are free to move in their own space is an experience everyone should have.

A section of the A12 is set to experience closures in both directions near Colchester due to National Highways maintenance work.

A Frinton teacher has been banned indefinitely for misconduct involving befriending pupils on Facebook, taking pupils on day trips and lying about his disciplinary history.

Colchester Zoo is upgrading one of its most popular habitats after the death of an animal.

Tony Smith, 36, was arrested at his address in Mendlesham Close, Clacton, after police turned up for a routine inspection of his devices.

The quaint and quiet village of Cressing has been completely overrun with traffic after a major road closure.

THE names of the 46 candidates bidding to win a seat at Essex County Council in the May elections have been revealed.

Four Colchester Royal Grammar School students have reached the finals of an international maths modelling competition.

A Harwich dog groomer is taking a special holiday with her two Shih Tzu pups to celebrate winning £10,000 every month for a year from the National Lottery.

A SINGER who collaborated with Big Narstie left a stranger with blood dripping down her face after assaulting her with a cup at a nightclub, a court has heard.

NHS manager Ben Page is running the London Marathon to raise funds for the Colchester and Ipswich Hospitals Charity.

A birds nest which fell into a chimney meant firefighters were called to tackle a blaze.

Emergency services were called to a collision in the B1035, also known as Clacton Road, involving a motorcycle and a car

Groundwork Coffee has opened a new independent coffee shop at Beaulieu Park station, providing "A welcome upgrade to the commuting experience"

THE names of the 86 candidates bidding to win a seat at Colchester Town Hall in the May elections have been revealed.

Drivers travelling through Bocking in Braintree will face a 30-mile diversion while roadworks are undertaken.

A lorry tipped on its side after a crash in Essex in the early hours of its morning when the vehicle hit a low railway bridge.

Colchester Zoo has been named among the country’s best attractions by consumer champion Which?.

East of England ambulance crews have achieved the fastest average response times for serious emergencies in nearly five years.