Almost half of rail apprentices in the East of England are people changing careers later in life, Network Rail Anglia has revealed.

A mother who lost her son in a motorbike accident told today why she put up a roadside memorial as part of a national road safety campaign.

Villages north of Colchester should have power back on this afternoon after a routine check.

UK Power Networks (UKPN) has apologised due to additional traffic delays along a stretch of Colchester road as works are set to continue.

The Clacton MP and Reform UK leader, Nigel Farage, spoke in front of a crowd of around 2,000 people at a rally in Birmingham yesterday.

National Highways announced works on the entry slip road entering the London-bound A12 at Stanway.

A petition to put a pelican crossing in place in Mersea Road by Langenhoe Community Primary School has had more than 500 signatures.

To mark National Apprenticeship Week, ex-apprentice Carla McGrath from Colchester said 'learning from experienced colleagues' was a life-changing opportunity.

The Church of St Peter and Paul in Birch, a 170-year-old church with a 110ft-tall spire, has been disused since 1990.

Sir Bob Russell told councillors the plans for the revival of Holy Trinity Square and its church would put it at risk of being used for anti-social behaviour.

Best friends Tom Morris and Joseph Ball from Essex ran 100 miles through a storm, pulling each other out of dark places in their greatest challenge yet.

TV personality Kate Ferdinand has said she thinks women feel “pressure” to use weight-loss jabs “because everyone else is”, adding she wants to be a “healthy role model” for her children.

Essex Highways has revealed a traffic regulation order proposal for a section of A133 Clingoe Hill.

Football legend David Beckham visited Tony's Pie & Mash in Waltham Abbey and even gifted them a shirt signed by Lionel Messi.

Traffic control has reported more congestion on London Road near the entrance to Lexden Hospital.

On day three of the trial of 41-year-old Ashley Warren, of Walnut Road, Layton, the jury heard further evidence about the dog and their home.

Teachers at a mental health unit in Colchester are helping young patients build confidence and support networks.

Walsh and Associates applied for permission to start work on a small development on land south of Main Road, Frating.

National Apprenticeship Week takes place from February 9 to February 15, and spreads awareness about the benefits that apprentices bring for businesses.

Friends of the Wick shared a response from the Ministry of Defence to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request.

Anglian Water is launching its biggest-ever apprenticeship drive, offering 130 roles.

Today marks National Pizza Day and spots serving up the classic Italian dish around Essex are offering some great deals.

Colcheco refill shop in Colchester is celebrating five years of helping people cut down on single-use plastic.

Greater Anglia has announced a vehicle has hit a bridge between Weeley and Great Bentley, resulting in all train speeds being reduced.

The festival will have a capacity of around 30,000 and have three main stages.

A COLCHESTER man is now behind bars after a string of East of England Co-op thefts which equated to more than £1,000 worth of goods being stolen.

Greater Anglia is celebrating its apprenticeships scheme for National Apprenticeships Week.

A STRIKE and rally are set to begin later this week against Essex University plans to cut more than 400 jobs.

Ashley Warren, 41, is accused of being responsible for the death of his ex-partner’s mother, 68-year-old Esther Martin.

Training2Care has hosted an autism inclusive community event at the Earls Colne Recreation Club as part of a village-based project.

A Colchester man says the situation after a series of thefts at the home a 86-year-old man “has got worse”.

This is to help keep roads safe in support of the Vision Zero campaign.

Team GB athlete Gus Kenworthy has said that he has received "awful messages" over a social media post against the controversial ICE Agency.

Residents and councillors in a Colchester village are calling for a vital road to be resurfaced.

Donovans Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts is through to international competitions in New York after receiving the Golden Buzzer at prestigious awards.

The society is proposing that the gardens be open from 11am to 5pm on both days.

Engaines Primary School and Nursery, in Little Clacton, has received recognition from Bridget Phillipson, secretary of state for education.

Satin Singh, 45, is preparing to open a new Indian restaurant, Riyasat, at the Old Siege House.

Network Rail announced earlier this week that London Liverpool Street Station will be closed on certain weekends in March.

Here are the latest cases heard at North Essex Magistrates Court.

A major military monument will be unveiled this summer, it has been confirmed.

Designed by FAT Architecture in collaboration with artist Grayson Perry, A House for Essex is both a place to stay and a complete artwork.

Some of the most notable road closures which are set to take place across north and mid Essex in the coming weeks.

Here are the latest planning applications decided by Colchester Council.

A picture has been shared showing the extent of flooding which forced Paper Mill Lock Tearooms to be closed.

A 37-year-old convicted robber who absconded from a Suffolk prison has been arrested in Colchester.

Premier Inn bosses have confirmed an Essex hotel which was subject to a fire which caused guests to be evacuated is to remain closed due to some damage.

There are 25 areas of Essex which are at risk of flooding after three alerts were issued for across the county.

Paper Mill Lock Tearoom has been closed for three days due to severe flooding in the area.

Marc said you cannot come to Colchester and not think about Blur