Colchester Zoo said sea lions Sydney and Milan were put down on Friday “in the interest of their welfare”.

Roads policing officers stepped up patrols across north, south and west Essex after residents raised concerns about speeding and school safety.

Dr Chippy's can be found in Colchester and enjoys an impressive 4.8/5 rating on Tripadvisor from hundreds of reviews.

The Tom Bowdidge Youth Cancer Foundation held its latest annual Feather Ball at Braxted Park on February 28, and the sold-out event raised more than £60,000.

Stansted Airport already has an array of exciting destinations to choose from, but there are some new services that will be coming in 2026.

Services from Colchester to London will be disrupted as a result of engineering works being carried out by Greater Anglia.

Tucked in the riverside town of Burnham-on-Crouch, The Star Inn is the kind of pub that instantly catches your eye.

Writer and former journalist Elodie Harper will sign copies of her new paperback book Boudicca’s Daughter at Red Lion Books, in High Street, on April 23.

Ninety years ago, a visitor to Clacton could enjoy a different cinema almost every night of the week.

Riyasat, at the Old Siege House, 75 East Street, opened to the public at 4pm today following a £50,000 refurbishment.

A spokesperson for the force said two people have been taken to hospital.

All-girls independent school St Mary's Colchester has confirmed an increase in Year 7 acceptances for the forthcoming academic year.

There is further congestion to Marks Tey.

The playwright Ava Pickett – beloved by Margot Robbie – created a stunning and ultimately faithful adaptation.

They took on the challenge of rowing 3,000 miles across the Atlantic ocean and successfully finished it.

Open Road, which provides drug and alcohol support services across Essex and Medway, joined organisations around the world.

Former leader of the Labour group at Colchester City Council has issued a statement responding to criticism from Green councillors.

The Mercury Theatre will welcome the critically acclaimed touring production of The Talented Mr Ripley.

Colchester eateries Coffee Link and Vinny’s rated 0 for food hygiene, with urgent improvements needed.

Residents in Coggeshall elected the first Reform councillor in the latest by-election.

Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington said the new recruits were joining an incredible team.

Harwich and Dovercourt High School told it requires significant improvement after an Ofsted report.

The council has provided an update on when we can finally expect to see the Clingoe Hill bus lane to open.

Deimante Ziobryte, 21, appeared at Basildon Magistrates' Court today (March 6) to admit leaving the scene the road accident

British Transport Police have issued an update following concerns for the welfare of a woman which caused delays on train lines.

Essex County Council has announced the launch of a major project to try and fix roads across Essex after poor weather conditions.

Fresh surfaces have further been laid across the main circulation areas alongside other subtler enhancements.

All lines heading between London and Essex are blocked due to concerns over the welfare of a member of the public.

The scammers then carry out work not asked for and demand fees of up to £12,000, threatening violence and damage to property and farm machinery if the farmers do not pay.

Craig David will perform at the New World Festival in Chelmsford.

The CIC will host its third Pattern Up event at the Commons Café inside The Minories on Saturday from 6pm until 11pm, headlined by DJ V Dubz.

That said, when I came out to my grandmother she was delighted.

Multiple train routes from north and mid Essex to London were blocked yesterday as a person had been hit by a train.

Essex Police have released new pictures of Vitoria Barreto who was last seen boarding a bus in Wivenhoe.

The A12 is currently closed in parts with queues of traffic as a result.

The Met Office has predicted skies could be littered with so called "blood rain" tonight across Essex and create a unique sunset.

Temperatures look set to increase across the country in the coming days, so we have put together a detailed Colchester forecast.

A couple who were on the first government flight back from the Middle East to Stansted Airport say they were sheltered underneath their hotel.

A flight which was chartered by government to bring stranded Britons back from the Middle East has landed at Stansted Airport.

Colchester Council received a proposal suggesting turning part of Victoria Chambers in St Runwald Street into accommodation.

Witham’s number one attraction on Tripadvisor may no longer exist as works to repair it are on track to begin this year.

There are calls for massive potholes in Berechurch Hall Road to be sorted with concerns for the safety of motorists.

Colchester residents are continuing to suffer with issues of raw sewage discharge which is being found flowing through the River Colne.

Work is underway to improve the dire situation of the bus station in Osborn Street, as an eager community initiative is pushing for change.

It’s A Bark Life Ltd provides solo and group walks for canines and dog care, at land rear of Rouval, Turnpike Close, in Langham.

The first-ever Winter Fresh Air Festival took place over the weekend, with hundreds of people in attendance of the unique event.

Red Lion landlord Tom West urges Colchester City Council to let businesses use council tips, claiming restricted access could cut fly-tipping in Manningtree.

A council spokesperson said households will be notified directly ahead of any changes to their service.

Households could see energy bills rise again later this year despite prices falling in April, as tensions in the Middle East push up global oil and gas costs.

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