Essex will have a few closures affecting the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing in the early hours of the morning over the weekend

A MAN from Dovercourt has been jailed for 15 years after being convicted of robbery, aggravated burglary and blackmail.

A CULTURAL venue will be commemorating 40 years of the Falklands War in a spring exhibition.

DOZENS of toiletry bags complete with essentials have been donated to local vulnerable people by members of a church.

FRESH plans have been submitted for Clacton’s purpose-built hospice day centre to be converted into flats.

A CARING youngster had to fend off snakes during a demanding walk while raising money for Ukrainian families.

A HOSPITAL trust has stated it will be keeping visiting restrictions in place amid continued concerns about the spread of Covid.

COMPETITORS are warming up to take part in a town's famous mud race which attracts visitors worldwide and raises thousands of pounds for charities.

CARE home residents experienced some animal magic after spending time with four-legged friends.

A YOUNG girl who was suffering 15 seizures every day will have the two halves of her brain disconnected as part of a complex operation.

ROMANS are returning to Colchester with the launch of a brand new season of open-air performances in Castle Park.

To mark Earth Day this year, Tripadvisor has rounded up an unforgettable range of sustainable travel experiences.

Lakeland has launched a Super Savings Event which includes discounts on brands such as KitchenAid, Joseph Joseph and SodaStream.

Mark Earth Day this year by getting back to nature with one of these incredible sustainable gift experiences.

Outdoor garden sets to suit every budget from The Range, Aldi and B&Q.

Martin Lewis revealed UK households saved an estimated £180billion extra as society shut down following the coronavirus outbreak.

The annual Lyrid meteor show will peak across the UK sky on Thursday night and into Friday morning near Colchester

A WORRIED horse owner has appealed to visitors to a beauty spot amid fears her animals could have become seriously ill after being fed mouldy bread.

A TOWN centre bank has revealed plans to cut its opening hours for customers.

DRIVERS and motor fans are gearing up for the return of the Corbeau Seats Rally in Tendring this weekend.

A SALON owner has ramped up security after being left with psychological damage caused by her premises being broken into.

A PUB OPERATOR has praised the efforts of the Colchester community after hundreds of people signed a petition to get a much-loved pub refurbished.

A BANK has announced it will be reducing its opening times on Saturdays to a half-day service.

COLCHESTER Zoo has announced the birth of four adorable warthog piglets in its park.

A MAN convicted of more than 40 child sex offences has been jailed for eight years.

A HOSPITAL trust has stated it is keeping visiting restrictions in place amid continued concern about the spread of Covid-19.

EMBERS from a fire pit have been blamed for sparking a huge blaze which has left a person homeless.

COLCHESTER Zoo has apologised to visitors ahead of closing its indoor play area for maintenance.

A LEADING food-on-the-go retailer has opened a new shop in town.

A WRITING group is inviting book enthusiasts to its inaugural event at its new home.

A BOWLING club has celebrated the start of its much anticipated centenary season with special guests in attendance.

A UNIQUE sporting event will see hundreds of runners pound the pavements against a glorious backdrop of animals from around the world.

A MAN was put in a headlock before being yanked to the ground during a vicious attack outside a popular hardware store.

THE A12 is partially blocked after an accident near a busy junction.

A THUG who assaulted a man in Colchester has been ordered to pay a hefty sum for his crime.

BLUEPRINTS have been submitted for a major development of almost 900 homes on farmland north of Clacton.

A SEASIDE town famous for its historic generosity throughout the Kindertransport is welcoming 20 Ukrainian refugees daily, figures suggest.

JUBILEE fever will be coming to Colchester with modern twist this summer with a special virtual augmented reality trail. 

TOWN bosses have vowed plans for a new cycle lane in Colchester will have “as little as possible” impact on the environment.

RADICAL plans to ensure empty town centre shops don't stay vacant for months has been welcomed in Colchester.

She attended the Kate Piper Foundation after suffering burns in Kings Head Sudbury

A DISGUSTED councillor has branded the actions of a man who attacked a 12-year-old girl while wearing spiked gloves as "unforgiveable."

LIBRARIES in Essex have been saved for at least a further four years after “ambitious” and “sustainable” plans were given the green-light.

30th March 2022, Attwells Solicitors has won the Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award for a third year running.

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Get two Nintendo Switch games for just £20 at Game.

Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Thursday April 21

Until they make National Tea Drinking Day a national holiday, we're simply going to have to celebrate with novelty mugs.

Here's everything you need to know about when the £150 council tax rebate will be paid to people in Colchester

A PROPERTY expert who says he grew up with “zero representation” has taken on a marathon charity challenge in support of LGBTQ+ rights.