National Highways have announced the A12 northbound will be closed between junction 19 (Boreham Interchange) and junction 25 (Marks Tey Interchange).

All Saints Church in Brightlingsea is displaying photos by artist Clifford Lawrence.

More than 210,000 aviation enthusiasts flocked to the seafront to enjoy the annual Clacton Airshow.

An Essex and Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) were called to a real-life emergency during a demonstration to Essex Freemasons.

The Wivenhoe fire crew were alerted to the incident on Colchester Road by a member of the public.

Halstead Road in Earls Colne, Essex, is shut both ways between Park Lane and The Kennels, in the construction area, after reports of an incident.

Essex Highways has urged drivers to plan ahead, leave extra time for their journeys and take extra care around schools and crossing points.

Former PC Thomas Fance will appear before a hearing held remotely via Microsoft Teams from Tuesday, September 15 until Friday, September 18.

Paul Spearing, 41, was non-verbal and needed round-the-clock care after he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy as a baby.

Kingsland Church in Colchester is transforming the old Aldi in London Road into a community space.

Taking place on the promenade, dozens of local bespoke creators and sellers with artisan goods opened their stalls for Brightlingsea Food & Drink Festival.

AN Essex wildlife centre has said something is "seriously wrong" with the baby hedgehogs it has tried to rescue this year.

St John’s Walk Shopping Centre in Colchester has been purchased by Nottingham-based ALB Group.

The Wood House, near Copped Hall in Epping, boasts a boating lake, heated swimming pool, all-weather tennis court and full-size football pitch.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has returned to Parliament following his by-election victory.

A local Councillor has said that he is “pleased” that a busy road, in Colchester, will only be subject to a temporary night closure.

Greenstead's Family Fun Day was held on Sunday, with families and locals enjoying what was on offer.

A SHOOTING which left two teenagers hospitalised is thought be linked to drug dealing, Essex Police has confirmed

Jet2 is offering new flights to Bulgaria for Eurovision fans from Stansted Airport.

Jeremiah Maximo, 38, of Drydock Square in Barking, is accused in connection with an incident at Liverpool Street Underground station on August 30.

A new survey has been launched to help shape the future of community transport services in Essex.

The incident has been reported at the Saddlers Farm roundabout, where the A13 meets the A130.

Apple Tree restaurant at Gosfield Lake, near Halstead, has closed its doors after a decade of service.

A 16-year-old boy has been arrested after a 'shotgun' shooting in Braintree town centre left three people in hospital.

There are delays on the M25 approaching the Dartford Crossing this afternoon amid unconfirmed rumours that one side of the Dartford Tunnel has closed.

A historic church in Colchester will be returned to public use following a major funding boost.

A family friendly pub restaurant chain is set to close its doors in north Essex for good this week.

Leisure World in Colchester to close its swimming pool for several months for upgrades, Colchester City Council has confirmed.

The Picture Palace, in Fairfield Road, was placed into lockdown on Monday night, August 31, due to its proximity to the scene of the incident in Market Place.

Two teenage boys suffered potentially serious injuries to their faces and are receiving treatment.

The incident took place in Braintree town centre yesterday around 10.10pm in Market Place.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a serious assault at a busy train station.

FORENSIC investigators are out in force in Braintree after a 'firearms incident' has left three people injured.

The incident took place at around 10.10pm on Market Place in Braintree, on Monday

The East of England Ambulance Service was called to Agar Road shortly after 11.30am on Monday, August 31.

Motorists are facing delays after a car fire on the A12 near Marks Tey in Essex.

Ulting Lane, off Hatfield Road, in Maldon, Essex, has been hit by a fly-tipper.

Essex Police has a large presence in the town centre this morning after the incident took place in Braintree Market Place at around 10.10pm last night.

Motorists are facing standstill traffic towards the Dartford Crossing on the Essex and Kent border.

Three people have been hospitalised after a shooting incident in Braintree town centre.

A road has been closed and motorists are facing delays this morning as police continue to investigate a suspected firearms incident in Braintree.

Three people were taken to hospital with injuries, though none are believed to be life-threatening whilst one person has been arrested and remains in custody.

Operation Vanguard, a new scheme announced by Essex County Council, will see security operatives deployed in three towns and city centres to provide a visible presence, reassure the public, and help deter antisocial behaviour.

PARENTS have spoken out about “crazy” price hikes for their son’s school bus fare

A REVIEW into the death of a Colchester man who choked while eating a croissant has found it “offers powerful learning”.

In Colchester, there has been an increase in speed restrictions across the city centre and surrounding roads

Sir James Cleverly said it would be “a real wrench” to step away from being MP for Braintree before announcing his plans to run for Mayor of London.

Essex Police received reports of a man who was attacked in an underpass close the Tesco Superstore in Greenstead Road at around 2.10am on Monday.

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is celebrating the three dogs who play their part in keeping people safe.

Here are the latest planning applications received and decided by Colchester Council.