Culver Square has partnered with Colchester Foodbank to help families in need over Christmas.

A crash is causing mile-long delays on the northbound A12 this morning.

Motorists on the A12 are experiencing mile-long delays following a crash.

A Colchester mum has praised the city’s community after a memorial sculpture of her daughter was vandalised and stolen.

An application was initially made for a certificate of lawful use or development to Colchester Council by Stacey Sumner, of Clacton, back in June 2024.

With several prominent buildings lying empty and Colchester high street continuing to evolve, residents offered their thoughts on decline.

Volunteers of the Wildlives Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre in Thorrington were called to the rescue of two young swans on Wednesday.

Stuart Wilson, a birdwatcher living in Colchester, has raised concerns about how the falcons will know where the nesting box has moved to.

A collection of photos depicting Colchester down the years including royal visits, old businesses and former school students.

Heroes from all branches of the armed forces were honoured in a solemn ceremony at today's Remembrance parade in Colchester.

A crash involving "at least seven" vehicles has been reported on the M25 in Essex with all traffic stopped.

Alarming footage from the scene of a shop fire which disrupted the Clacton Remembrance parade today shows fire crews tackling the blaze.

We have put together some of the most notable road closures across Colchester, north and mid Essex in the coming weeks.

Here are the latest planning applications decided by Colchester Council.

Located on the corner of Head Street, Vinny’s Restaurant has outlasted many other cafes, having been in the city for more than 25 years. So, on a quiet winter morning, I went to visit the establishment to see if it’s worth it.

Two places in Essex have been named by The Telegraph in their guide to affordable places to live which have great schools.

A much-loved man who collected for the Poppy Appeal for seven decades is also being remembered this November.

New Chapter is a wonderful addition to Colchester's dining scene. Specializing in Malaysian cuisine ,this stunning venue deserves far more attention.

Fire crews were called to tackle a shop blaze on the route of today's Remembrance parade in Clacton this morning.

A thug who launched an "unprovoked" attack on a man he just met has been jailed for more than three years.

A Jaywick man has been charged after a reported incident where a person was "dragged" behind a car in Brightlingsea.

New Copford Place care home in Colchester is welcoming Santa for a community Christmas bazaar.

MID and North Essex Mind is calling on runners to take part in a 10k Stampede at Colchester Zoological Society.

Arts stalwart Ben Howard takes us through five great events to enjoy in Colchester in the coming week.

There will also be a demonstration on how to use a thermal camera and loan service as well as how to cook a meal for a family within seven minutes by using an eco-cook box.

The McDonald's is under construction in Gershwin Boulevard, Witham, after plans were agreed last November.

A project in Colchester which works with women who have survived domestic abuse have been given more than £18k by the National Lottery Fund.

Housebuilder Dandara, currently working on the Oaklands development in Copford, has donated £250 to help plant replacement oak trees.

A two-storey office building in the heart of Colchester has been placed on the market.

Holmwood House school in Colchester has been recognised as one of the best schools in the country.

Publisher Muddy Stilettos has rounded up its picks for the best Sunday roasts across the UK, with this spot in Essex being picked out.

Stock has been included in Muddy Stilettos' Best Places to Live series, and here is why.

A MAN originally from Colchester has embarked on a huge challenge, walking more than 80 miles to raise funds for charity after his wife battled a brain tumour.

HM Land Registry data from January 1, 2025, to October 23, 2025, has shown where the least expensive homes are in Colchester.

Steve Norman is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter best known as the gifted saxophonist of Spandau Ballet, the legendary new wave group which has sold millions of records across the world.

A former shop in Clacton has plans to turn it into a tanning salon and barbers approved.

THE lost identity of a war hero from a historic Essex borough who was killed in WWI has been uncovered in time for Remembrance Sunday.

The county of Essex has featured in its fair share of popular pieces of media, from vintage sit-coms to historic documentaries.

Objections have been submitted against plans for a Starbucks drive-thru which could be built next to a hotel off the A12.

The second most expensive property of the year was Flat 2 in Pico Wharf in Whitehall Road in the CO2 area which sold for £2,225,000 in February.

A review of Colchester shop Knoops for a chocolatey drink six months after its launch in the city.

A family which dedicates Christmas Day to delivering dinner to elderly and vulnerable neighbours is celebrating two decades of the tradition this year.

Here are the latest cases heard at Colchester and Chelmsford magistrates courts.

A modern family home in Colchester oozing with luxury features is looking for new owners.

A COLCHESTER councillor has teamed up with an organisation to offer a free club for youngsters in Highwoods.

Traffic is currently being held on the M11 as fire crews are tackling a car blaze near Stansted Airport.

Essex Police are appealing for information after a person was "dragged" behind a car in an incident which began in Brightlingsea.

Essex Police have launched a CCTV appeal for a man they want to speak with in connection to a church break-in and attempted theft of a donation box.

The M25 is closed at the Essex border with an air ambulance in attendance after a multi-vehicle crash this afternoon.

A Colchester community group has scooped a national award for sports and play constructions.