Police officer Nicholas Milbank accused his employer, Essex Police, of faking evidence against Jeremy Bamber - until colleagues were sent to challenge him.

A popular farm shop is taking over a brasserie between Colchester in Braintree.

THE headquarters of a Colchester house builder has been put up for sale for more than £1millon.

AN indie rock musician whose band is best known for a 2006 megahit later covered by Amy Winehouse says he is “writing for fun” as the group get ready to perform in Colchester.

Driving instructors’ evidence at High Court gave a clear picture of the “dominant and domineering nature” of the founder of a driving school.

Anyone interested in offering these deserving dogs their forever homes should register their interest online with the National Animal Welfare Trust.

Some of Essex's celebs may have a place they have visited or spotlighted, and if you haven’t visited, a celebrity endorsement might change that.

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TWO people have been arrested following a peaceful protest in Essex this evening.

Motorists are reminded about excavation works limiting the number of car parking spaces in the city centre.

Works to restore North Bridge in Colchester are taking shape, with the grade II listed bridge receiving a revamp and a fresh new look.

“The proposal provides not only a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable children in our society but also economic benefits through job generation in the local area.”

WORK to demolish a village hall near Colchester which was used as a shelter in the Second World War is underway as the site undergoes a huge transformation.

COLCHESTER residents are raising concerns for a 20-year-old tree at risk of removal as part of works for a new roundabout.

Two men have been sentenced for burglary and fraud after a police chase along the A12.

A High Court judge said the founder of a driving school was “frequently aggressive and sarcastic” as he gave evidence in court.

A Harwich man is due to appear in court charged with allegedly running a cannabis farm in the seaside town.

The chain operates 2,750 stores across 17 countries, including around 280 in the UK – among them branches in Colchester, Braintree, and Clacton.

Matthew Sexton from Kelvedon appeared before Ipswich Crown Court, having been found with extreme animal pornography shared to him via WhatsApp.

Around 40 firefighters are battling a blaze in East Hanningfield, near Chelmsford, which is affecting three properties.

Taking on the top role means guiding not only pupils and staff, but also the school’s direction and long-term vision

Readers have given their thoughts on the best places to visit across Colchester for first time visitors to the city.

We took a look at how cheap Essex fuel prices are in comparison to other counties across the UK.

A fabulous line-up of live music will provide the soundtrack to the festivities, while food lovers can enjoy offerings from the barbecue and bar.

The High Court has ruled 20 driving instructors who were franchisees of Benson School of Motoring were legally entitled to terminate their contracts.

A yellow heat health warning has been issued across large parts of the UK, with temperatures set to soar to 30C in the east.

Candlelight concerts return to Colchester Town Hall in October with musical tributes to Queen and Coldplay in a candlelit setting.

A car was rescued after getting trapped underwater on the only road connecting Mersea Island to the UK mainland

The A12 northbound remains completely closed between Junction 19 (Boreham) and Junction 20 (Hatfield Peverel) following a serious collision.

Jeremy Bamber has accused Essex Police of accidentally shooting his sister's dead body, then framing him for murder to cover it up.

Here are the road closures Essex drivers should be aware of this weekend on the A12, M25 and Dartford Crossing.

Ms Hockley-Byam said: “It was good they had a work party, and the badger was spotted as well as the slurry not being so deep so it would not have had have survived.

Old Heath Congregational Church, in Fingringhoe Road, went up in flames shortly after 10pm on May 20.

RESIDENTS at a care home in Essex have been transported back to their youth with a special prom night.

Colchester Zoo has announced the arrival of two female lion-tailed macaques, in an effort to aid their breeding programme.

COLCHESTER residents and concerned councillors are calling out for safety measures to be implemented to bridges after police were called to concerns for the wellbeing of a woman on a bridge.

Emergency services were called to a crash in Mersea Road on Tuesday. A Colchester councillor is now calling for more safety measures.

A planning application has been submitted to convert a listed office building on North Hill into a 13-bedroom house in multiple occupation (HMO)

Colchester is to gain a pickleball court, which is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, with construction due to start next month.

Four crews were called to a field fire in Essex earlier today, where they tackled a blaze spanning four acres of land.

Neighbourhood policing teams from Colchester were in attendance at the Colchester Youth Festival where they engaged with thousands of young people.

Thanks to votes from Gazette readers, the Golden Fillet has won the "Your Favourite Fish and Chip Shop" competition.

Speed cameras are soon to go live as motorists are warned speed checks are already underway.

The end of the first phase of works on the Rapid Transit System in Colchester is coming to an end, to the relief of many across the city.

THE co-founder of an urban music event which aims to inspire Colchester youngsters is offering its first free DJ workshop after being awarded £12,000.

Team Colchester is preparing to formally submit a planning application for the £7 million public realm project next week.

A Colchester man admitted to illegally owning a collection of swords and throwing stars.

The Chapel Inn, on Market Hill, Coggeshall, is being advertised following the departure of its previous bosses.

With the August bank holiday just a couple of weeks away, we have put together some of the best events to enjoy across the weekend.

A man has been banned from flying with Jet2 for life after a "catalogue of disgraceful and aggressive behaviour" resulted in a plane diverting back to Stansted Airport.