Police officers have been scene at the home of Maldon and Tiptree Football Club, amid an ongoing investigation that saw a polling station close.

A crash on the A12 Colchester Road near Brentwood has left the road partially blocked, causing queues of traffic to form and delays are building.

Firefighters are currently at the scene of an incident on the A127 London‑bound carriageway near Basildon, Essex.

Veteran sports promoter Barry Hearn will compete in the UK Open Pool Championship being held in Brentwood, Essex.

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service workers were called out to Friday Woods on Friday evening after reports of a huge grasslands fire.

Boxted Bridge, in Wick Road, shut three years ago as it was deemed unsafe and in need of repair.

Shannon Molloy, 29, was suffering from post-natal depression and had not eaten for three days when she launched a brutal attack on two boys.

Brooke O’Sullivan, 21, was charged with causing unnecessary suffering to an animal which belonged to his ex-girlfriend.

Voters will cast their ballots on from 7am in elections that could reshape the political landscape across the county.

AN ongoing "police investigation" at Maldon and Tiptree FC's ground in Essex has forced the relocation of a local election polling station

I’ll be honest—I haven’t seen the original Danish film that Festen is based on.

A company which runs two Essex restaurants will “simply run out of money” if a restructuring plan is not approved, the High Court has been told

A unique event blending nature, wellbeing and community spirit to arrive at Beth Chatto’s Gardens in Essex this May.

Funky Voices, set up by Sandra Colston in 2006, will perform at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane and the Ipswich Regent Theatre next month.

Hills Residential Construction Ltd has put forward plans to install 80 homes on land north of Michael Wright Way and East of Heckfords Road.

Containers of Maldon Salt Ltd products have been spotted in scenes of new sequel film, The Devil Wears Prada 2.

Colchester Zoo, in Maldon Road, has confirmed on its Facebook page that the Jungle Tumble soft play area will close...

The statue of Jane Taylor who wrote a poem which later became the lyrics to Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, and her sister Ann was unveiled two years go on May 5, 2024.

North West Essex MP Kemi Badenoch has launched a campaign against plans to scrap Essex County Council and create new unitary authorities.

An Essex estate agent has reported a strong start to the year in the first quarter of 2026.

The father of Roman and Darcie Casselden told a Basildon court he suffered nightmares after Deimante Ziobryte, from Benfleet, left them injured in the road.

Women experiencing a severe fear of childbirth are receiving support through a new resource from Essex Partnership University NHS Trust.

AN Essex driver has been arrested after a crash that has left a cyclist in a serious condition

A gross misconduct hearing regarding a former Essex Police officer disclosed he had sped at excessive speeds hundreds of times.

The Serpent's Curse after-hours escape experience is coming to Colchester Castle.

A Russian warship has been monitored in UK waters, including by Galloper wind farm off the coast of north Essex.

The MP for Braintree, Sir James Cleverly has provided an update on an unauthorised traveller site near Felsted.

Essex Wildlife Trust held its Bluebell Bazaar on the weekend, inviting people to enjoy the bluebell-clad gardens and multiple local businesses selling goods.

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of human trafficking and rape as part of an investigation led by Essex Police

Reality TV star, Maura Higgins has revealed plans to renovate her £1.25m home in Essex.

Easyjet has warned of flights being cancelled between Stansted Airport and Italy amid strikes and planned walkout.

A large section of the A12 between Chelmsford and Brentwood is set to close while white lines are repainted.

A new rapid-access cataract surgery option is now available for patients from Optegra Eye Clinic in Colchester.

AN Eastenders star is heading to a Colchester venue for an exclusive event where she will discuss her career.

The New Inn, Colchester is set to close once again due to another tenant due to leave after an eight month stint.

Two Suffolk men who were arrested after £400,000 of cocaine was found in a house in Pebmarsh have been jailed for 15 years.

EasyJet has announced the return of flights to Belfast from Southend Airport, with fares as little as £25.99.

A record 13 businesses in Essex have received the King’s Awards for Enterprise.

A 17-year-old pedestrian has been hit by a car on the A134 at Leavenheath, near to Colchester on the Essex and Suffolk border.

A 16-year-old boy has died after being involved in a crash between two pedestrians and a van in Leaden Roding.

Commuters are facing severe disruption to rail services between Colchester and London Liverpool Street due to a train fault.

With many preparing to vote in local elections this week, when can we expect the results to be revealed across Essex

The café at the Old Heath Recreation Ground was at risk after Colchester Council ended its lease with previous operator, GO4 Enterprises, on April 24.

Colchester-based trade advisory firm ETK Group has won the King’s Award for Enterprise.

A Colchester councillor has called for action on mental health support after a major emergency response at a city centre hotel.

An inquest into his death heard his flatmate found him unresponsive in bed before police and paramedics were called.

With a population over 600,000, Montenegro is described as a "small and beautiful" Europe hidden gem, soaking up between 240 to 270 days of sun each year.

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested after two people were stabbed at a holiday park in Essex.

Brooke O’Sullivan is accused of taking items including a Chanel suitcase, a Canada Goose jacket, an iPhone, and £1,000 in cash from Riley-Grace Slater.

Duncan Edwards, 62, is accused of raping and assaulting women and men during a 40-year period in Colchester, Newmarket, and Bolton.