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Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:40:00 +0100Three geese injured after being shot by 'slingshot or crossbow' in Essex park
Three geese have been injured by what police believe to be a crossbow or slingshot in a Waltham Abbey park in Essex.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0100Two Colchester United fans given football banning orders after incident
Two men have been banned from football matches for three years with one admitting to possession of a Class A drug.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:10:00 +0100Delays of 90 minutes on M11 after serious crash
A major Essex motorway is experiencing disruption following a crash on the M11 near Harlow.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:45:00 +0100Tommy Robinson joins protest amid outrage over Henry Nowak murder
Political activist, Tommy Robinson joined hundreds to protest in Southampton over the murder of Essex student, Henry Nowak.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:45:00 +0100Cancellations to Essex train services due to 'trespass incident'
Train services have been cancelled due to a trespass incident including those between Liverpool Street and Stansted.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:34:00 +0100Delays on busy stretch of A12 after crash
A major Essex road is experiencing disruption following a crash on the A12 Northbound near Chelmsford.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:13:52 +0100Reform orders Essex libraries to STOP promoting LGBTQ pride events
The new Reform UK leadership at Essex County Council has told staff not to promote the inclusive events
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:27:07 +0100Violence erupts as protestors target police over murder of Essex student
Violence has erupted between police and protestors in Southampton over the death of Henry Nowak.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Historic Thames barge ship returns to Essex coast after 30-years
The vessel is due to arrive on the afternoon of Saturday, June 7, before opening to visitors the following day.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Residents told to 'prepare' for EXTREME weather phenomenon
Residents are being told to prepare ahead of extreme weather phenomenon El Nino which could arrive in the UK this year.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +010015th-century Essex pub featured in iconic BBC show has asking price cut
A 15th-century pub featured in the 80s-90s BBC series Lovejoy has had its asking price cut by £134,500.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Reported 22,000 sexual offences in 5 years in Essex does not tell the full story
Almost 22,000 rape and sexual assault offences were recorded by police across Essex in just five years, figures show.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Anger as dead seal left 'decomposing' on beach for five days
Residents of Walton-on-the-Naze were "appalled" that the body of a seal which had been washed up opposite the Bath House Pub was not removed for almost a week.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100New bus service to improve key transport links for rural communities
The 90 route connecting Witham and Maldon has been welcomed by the MP for Witham
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Essex in long 'crisis' of sexual violence as 93% of victims knew their attacker
CARA, a charity providing specialist support for victims and survivors of sexual offences, says 93 per cent of victims were assaulted by someone they knew.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Colchester home care agency out of special measures but 'requires improvement'
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspected Colchester-based Independent Excel Care Consortium (IECC Care) in February and April, before publishing its findings on Monday.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:33:23 +0100Teen jailed for 'significant role' in drugs gang as £147k cocaine seized
A teenager from Witham who played a "significant role" in a drugs gang flooding the town with cocaine has been jailed for three years.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:05:31 +0100Updates as protestors clash with police over Henry Nowak murder response
Hundreds of protesters have gathered outside Southampton police station over the police response at the scene of Henry Nowak's fatal stabbing. Vickrum Digwa was jailed at Southampton Crown Court for life with a minimum term of 21 years for the murder...
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:18:25 +0100Killer of Essex teen was investigated in 2023 over reported theft of blades
Vickrum Digwa, who stabbed university student Henry Nowak to death, was investigated by police in 2023 on suspicion of stealing Sikh ceremonial blades.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:03:05 +0100Murder probe continues as Essex victim named after three arrests
A murder investigation continues after the death of an Essex man recovered from the water in Poole Harbour near Arne Bay.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100School's garden honours 'loveable' boy who died from undiagnosed illness
A family are thankful for a garden honouring their 11-year-old boy who died suddenly as they launch a petition to raise awareness of his condition.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Deputy county council leader cancels 'foolish' net zero and promotes fostering
Essex County Council’s deputy leader used his first executive statement to cancel “net zero ideology” and to champion a major push for fostering in Essex.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Deal struck on who will lead Colchester Council ahead of meeting
The authority held its first ever full council meeting last Wednesday following the local election on May 7.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Woman who lost job due to undiagnosed condition now campaigning for change
Karen Barber, 65, worked as a successful civil servant for 10 years, until she was let go due to her "poor performance" at the age of 50.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100High Steward says public has been 'conned' over plans for 7,750-home development
A former Colchester MP claims the public has been ‘misled, deceived and conned’ over proposals for a 7,750-home garden community.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Fate of multi-million-pound restaurant still unclear as old pub boarded up
A HISTORIC former pub which is amidst a multi-million-pound transformation has had its windows boarded up and faces an uncertain future.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0100Long-standing fast-food restaurant mysteriously closes
A well-recognised Burger King branch between Colchester and Ipswich has closed with no sign of why.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0100Family pay tribute to cyclist after fatal crash that saw Essex driver arrested
The family of Ian Simpson have paid tribute to the cyclist following a fatal crash with a van driver from Canvey.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:40:00 +0100'A bright young man' - Thurrock MP pays tribute to murdered Essex teen
Labour MP for Thurrock, Jen Craft, has paid tribute to her constituent, Henry Nowak, who was tragically murdered in Southampton late last year.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:15:00 +0100PM says watchdog is 'right' to investigate police handling of Essex teen murder
Sir Keir Starmer has said it is right that the police response to Henry Nowak’s death is being investigated. Police handcuffed Henry Nowak as he lay dying.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:10:00 +0100US chain to takeover Wendy's in Essex high street after £400k investment
An investment of over £400,000 is bringing a new American restaurant to Chelmsford High Street.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0100When could Essex see a second heatwave?
Forecasts suggest Essex could see temperatures climbing as high as 27C, starting Thursday, June 11, and lasting possibly until Tuesday, June 16.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:42:31 +0100Brother and father of Essex teen's killer to face weapons charges
The father and brother of convicted murderer Vickrum Digwa are facing charges related to alleged weapons offences, dated back to the day Henry Nowak was killed.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100Electrical retailer to close store in seaside town
Independent electrical retailer, Hughes Electrical, has announced it will close its store in Clacton as a part of eight closures in the East of England.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:46:10 +0100Family of killer who murdered south Essex teen issue apology to victim's family
The family of a killer who murdered a south Essex teen have issued an apology to the victim's family
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0100No joining fee on leisure centre memberships until end of July
Colchester Leisure World and sports park have unveiled a special offer for no joining fee until the end of July.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:20:00 +0100Nigel Farage calls for 'pure cold rage' over treatment of Essex student
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has called for "pure cold rage" over the treatment of murdered Essex student Henry Nowak.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0100Torrential downpours expected to continue in Essex this week
Torrential downpours are set to continue across Essex this week. The Met Office has forecast heavy showers, hail, and possible thunderstorms
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:12:00 +0100Delays after 'serious' crash on busy route
A 'serious accident' has been reported by Halstead Town Council on the A1124 Tyburn Hill. Traffic appears to be slow.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100BizzFest returns to Cressing Temple Barns for 'bigger, louder' celebration
BizzFest is returning to Cressing Temple Barns in Essex for an even bigger celebration of business, innovation and connection.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0100Pictures show caravans destroyed in devastating fire
Pictures have emerged from fire crews, showing three caravans destroyed in a fire in Creeksea Lane, Burnham.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:49:00 +0100Motorcyclist killed in crash on major route
A motorcyclist has died after being involved in a crash on the M11 near Saffron Walden.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:41:00 +0100Essex man arrested after murder probe launched
An Essex man has been arrested in connection with a murder probe into a missing man after reports of him going overboard in Dorset.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:34:14 +0100Police release bodycam footage of murdered Essex student in final moments
Police have released bodycam footage of Essex student Henry Nowak in his final moments being handcuffed by Hampshire Constabulary
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100'It's just letting people down' - Colchester residents react to council chaos
The overwhelming message from those we spoke to on the streets of Colchester was one of frustration
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Dad smashed whisky bottle into player’s face at park basketball game, court told
A man smashed a whisky bottle into a pal’s head at a basketball game after telling him not to criticise his young son, a court heard.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100New Netflix drama to explore aftermath of former Colchester schoolgirl's killing
A drama series exploring the aftermath of the 1992 murder of former Colchester schoolgirl Rachel Nickell is set to be released on Netflix.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Essex County Council leader says cancelling A120 and A12 was 'terrible decision'
Essex County Council’s new leader has warned that poor infrastructure is holding back safety and investment across north and mid-Essex.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Jailed: The man who earned £150k by helping construction workers cheat on exams
Bill White, 63, who owns Whitewaters Training in Sible Hedingham, earned at least £153,000 from hundreds of applicants.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Mersea nurse publishes book about furry island celebrity Maximus
Maximus the Ginormous Cat follows the story of Debbie's biggest cat, Maximus the Maine Coon, who weighs 10kgs and is the size of a Cocker Spaniel.