Gazette News
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:36:05 +0000Live traffic updates as incident causes severe traffic on A120
Follow our live updates on an incident which is causing traffic delays on the A120
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:30:09 +0000Delays on A120 after reports of crash between Coggeshall and Bradwell
The crash is affecting traffic on the westbound side of the A120, according to Essex traffic control centre.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Three men spared jail after serious attack in Colchester city centre
Three men have been spared jail following a drunken attack in Colchester’s city centre.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Colchester outdoor nursery officially opens becoming first of its kind in Essex
An outdoor nursery at Langenhoe Community Primary School in Colchester has opened, becoming the first in Essex.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Village social club-turned-pub granted licence after residents voiced concerns
A social club-turned-pub was granted its bid for a new licence after residents voiced concerns.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Essex councillor calls for better safety measures along blackspot B1024 road
A COUNTY councillor is calling for improved safety measures along a dangerous road near Kelvedon, claiming 'a car ends up in the ditch every week'.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Colchester pub tenants to retire after 5 years of 'tremendous work' serving punters
Bosses of The Foresters Arms in Colchester are due to retire after five years of serving punters with a new tenant needed from next year.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000'Genuinely shocking': Bombshell new evidence in Jeremy Bamber murder podcast
Heidi Blake discusses her new true crime podcast Blood Relatives, which uncovered bombshell new evidence in the White House Farm murder case.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000North and mid Essex road and public path closures happening as December approaches
Rectory Road in Little Bentley will be closed for 11 days from while carriageway repair and signage works are undertaken by Essex County Council.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000The latest planning applications and decisions from Colchester Council
The latest planning applications and decisions from Colchester Council.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Plans for listed Colchester building to become an open-plan bridal business
Air conditioning would be added with external units being discretely concealed on the flat roof extension which is not visible to the public at street level.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Jailed: The two friends who set woman's house on fire and filmed it as it burned
Anakin Culley, 22, and Rory Boutell, 21, were drunk when they wandered into the address in Alexandra Street which was being redeveloped.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 15:57:29 +0000Suspected Lakeside robber accused of stealing more than £30,000 worth of iPhone 17s
A suspected robber has been charged for stealing more than £30,000 worth of iPhones from Lakeside Shopping Centre.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 14:12:34 +0000Man charged with drug offences after Essex police stop and search car
A man has been charged with three counts of possession of drugs after his car was stopped in Rayleigh.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:12:58 +0000Family of missing Colchester sailor find burnt devices as search continues
The family of a sailor who vanished on the Spanish island of Gran Canaria have said they have discovered the burnt remains of an iPad and a phone.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Wivenhoe Art Trail offers inspiring art and cosy Christmas shopping experience
A much-loved community Art Trail supporting artists and makers will fill a town with colour and creativity next weekend.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Colchester land could become dog walking field if application is approved
An application has been submitted for land in Colchester to become a dog walking field if it is approved.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Colchester care home receives 'good' CQC rating after major turnaround
The Oaks Care Home in Colchester, run by Aurem Care, has been rated 'good' by the CQC in all areas following a major turnaround.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 11:57:09 +0000'Fast-moving and large' police probe launched after string of Essex robberies
A spate of robberies has sparked “a fast-moving and large” Essex Police investigation as witnesses are urged to come forward.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Grade II listed village pub building hits the market for more than £1million
It is currently let to The Wild Pub Company with its lease expiring in August 2029 and according to the listing, the pub would not be affected by the sale of the property.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Some of the best places for late night shopping this Christmas across Essex
With Christmas comes Christmas shopping, and here are some great places to enjoy some late night Christmas shopping in Essex.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Free books delivered to 150 families in Colchester as Christmas appeal is launched
There is a drop-off hub with wrapping donations also encouraged in St Stephens Church in Canterbury Road.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Colchester bus driver wins two awards at international beauty competition
Outside of her 9 to 5 Anya Hudson, 24, competes in beauty pageantries.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Family-run restaurant in Essex with 'best Sunday roast' named in UK's top 100
OpenTable has revealed its annual picks for the top 100 restaurants in the UK, determining the top restaurants across the country.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Here are the strange UFO sightings sent to Essex Police in the past decade
UFO reports are recorded in line with National Standards of Incident Recording, whereby Essex Police is required to record matters specifically relating to a policing purpose.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:01:00 +0000Train fares across Essex to be frozen for first time in 30 years in upcoming budget
Commuters on more expensive routes will save more than £300 per year, meaning they keep more of their hard-earned cash.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 19:50:57 +0000Serious attack leaves man with injuries to abdomen as Essex Police launch appeal
A serious attack that left a man in his 20s with injuries to his chest and abdomen has sparked an Essex Police appeal for information.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000'The cat is out of the bag': New faces to run start-up pub
Bosses of a former cafe confirmed their takeover of a popular village pub.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000In the dock: The latest cases heard at North Essex Magistrates Court
HERE are the latest cases heard at North Essex Magistrates Court.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Colchester man starts petiton to include 'day time' care for child maintenance
"If I was to spend five days a week eight in the morning to eight at night, breakfast lunch dinner, I’d still have to pay maintenance to the mum because they are not staying overnight."
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Essex pub is 'everything a proper English village pub should be'
Located just off market hill, it's right in the centre of the small village of Coggeshall in Essex and is everything a proper English pub should be.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Former site of much-loved city centre business sells at auction
The former site of Colchester café, L'Patisserie has sold at the latest Savills auction for more than £350,000.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000See inside historic Nayland home that is on sale for £850,000
A historic home set on 10 acres of communal gardens, and a tennis court is up for sale.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 15:38:56 +0000Discover the historic village pubs that are currently on the market across Essex
Across Essex, there are several well-known village inns and historic watering holes on the hunt for new custodians.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:37:26 +0000Traffic disruption on M25 in Essex as stalled vehicle sees one lane closed
Drivers are facing traffic and journey delays as a result of a stalled vehicle on the M25 near Waltham Abbey.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:04:54 +0000Crashes and obstructions cause disruption for Essex drivers on several major roads
Crashes and road obstructions are causing traffic headaches for drivers on major roads in Essex.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Colchester Guides praised for achievements at Jack Petchey awards
Colchester Guides were recognised for their dedication at the Jack Petchey Foundation Achievement Awards.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +00005 great events happening this week in Colchester
On Saturday, The Nick Alexander Music Trust presents A Peaceful Noise, a ten-venue event with local and national artists
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Engineering works to disrupt Colchester to London trains next week – here's when
Services between London and Colchester will be disrupted on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday due to engineering works.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Group of four one-bedroom flats to sell at auction
A residential investment in Colchester, comprising of four one-bedroom flats is set to go under the hammer at the upcoming Clive Emson auction.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000See the must-visit Italian restaurant in a picturesque pub setting with hotel
Tucked just off a main road in Felsted sits The Swan Inn, a proud building with historic wooden beams and red brick walls.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 10:51:21 +0000The Essex schools on the hunt for new headteachers to lead staff and pupils
Advertisements have been put out by two Essex school on the hunt for new headteachers to take the helm in the Spring.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000NHS urges Essex residents to get flu jabs as cases rise
The NHS is urging Essex residents to get their flu jab in the run-up to Christmas as cases rise in the East of England.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Colchester man to be remembered at places he used to perform at this weekend
The Nick Alexander Music Trust (NAMT) is hosting its 10th edition of it’s a Peaceful Noise concert across 10 venues on Saturday.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Chocolate box' market town in Essex straight out of an 'old English storybook'
Thaxted can be found in north-west Essex and is said to have the "atmosphere of an old English storybook".
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Meet the owner of Colchester's new music practise studio
THE young boss behind a new business which gives bands in Colchester a space to practise says he hopes to make it a "multi-use creative space".
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Morning, deer' - Residents surprised after deer takes a tour of housing estate
A beautiful but likely confused deer had an adventure when she took in the sights of a housing estate early one morning.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Need some festive fun? Here's 5 great Essex Christmas markets to visit in 2025
Christmas is fast approaching, so many Christmas markets are coming very soon.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Calls for Farage to explain racist allegations after Guardian article and PMQs
The Prime Minister has said Nigel Farage must “urgently” explain the racist comments he allegedly made when he was a schoolboy.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000This Essex village café in a historic building is a must-visit for lunch
A review of the Shoulder of Mutton in Aldham, Essex: a cosy café set in a historic former pub serving up delicious food.