EXPERT researchers are set to swap their state-of-the-art laboratories for the popular pubs of Colchester as part of a unique and thought-provoking event.

A PIANO teacher and keen sword fighter has combined her two true loves to create a heavy metal Viking musical which will now be staged at a legendary festival.

Almost 300 UK MPs have been sanctioned

A BRAVE boy was hailed a hero after putting out a fire in a caravan park.

THE county’s busiest foodbank has pledged to cease its operations by 2030 as it battles to meet rising demand from vulnerable families.

A FOOTBALL fanatic whose vulnerability means he has barely left his house for two years during the pandemic has finally been coaxed outside… by soccer legend Harry Redknapp.

POLICE have launched a probe after reports that video of teenagers killing defenceless baby ducks emerged online.

A SEX offender who repeatedly targeted a child more than 30 years ago has been jailed.

The council’s licensing sub-committee will now decide

The supermarket warned that profits would be dented in the coming year as it reduces prices to help customers with the cost-of-living crisis

The iPhone has become the most popular mobile phone device in the world since its first release all the way back in 2007.

Here's a selection of items you'll find in Aldi Specialbuys and Lidl's middle aisle from Thursday, April 28.

Make summery ice lollies and virgin mojitos with these Myprotein recipes.

Wickes has major discounts on its lawnmowers, pressure washers and wood treatments. See the best deals.

National Superhero Day is a day where anyone and everyone can be a hero, so long as they have the right equipment. How to get yours from BargainMax.

The Chief Scout has said it is important to build adult volunteer numbers back up.

There are several pets from RSPCA branches in Essex who are looking for new homes.

A NURSERY housed in an historic garrison building has been sold by its owners.

A DARTS legend and two celebrities are set to hit Clacton for a Channel 4 show that will see the pair learn to play the sport.

ELECTION hopefuls will go toe-to-toe at an arts and entertainment complex as part of a debate being held days before residents head to the polls.

A CAMPAIGNER has vowed to continue to fight for changes to local election voting ID laws, after losing his case in the Supreme Court.

A FAMILY were shocked to find a swarm of bees had taken over their garden at the weekend.

TENDRING Council has elected a new chairman following the authority’s annual meeting.

A TEENAGE girl suffered injuries and was left requiring treatment after being attacked outside a college in broad daylight.

TWO dashing dogs whose brotherly love sees them do absolutely everything together are looking for a new home and a caring family.

A NEW takeaway restaurant serving up traditional Bangladeshi and Indian cuisine is launching in a coastal village.

A FREE family fun day will be taking place in Mistley this weekend as part of a rugby club’s popular annual President’s Day.

FORMER glamour model Katie Price has been told she is in “grave danger” of going to prison following her appearance in court this morning.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a 'serious collision'.

TEN Essex MPs have been banned from entering Russia for the alleged “whipping up of Russophobic hysteria”.

A DEVELOPMENT constructing more than 1,200 student bedrooms has taken one step closer to completion after plans were approved.

Quixotes Beard (pronounced kee-ho-tee-s) are a Cambridgeshire/Harlow based band, comprised of David Brown, Robert Tucker, Phil Hardcastle and Andy Clapp. They have been performing a mixture of punk rock style original and cover songs in venues all ac...

A PRIMARY school has had plans to install eco-friendly measures given the green light.

A LEGENDARY race has revealed its next date after raising £30,000 for charities.

The closure is expected to impact traffic

Essex Youthbuild is a Chelmsford-based charity, which offers construction and employability skills training to young people. Individuals aged 11-19, from all over Essex, benefit from this scheme.

A TEENAGER from Essex has appeared in court after being charged with rape.

BLUEBELLS are in full bloom as Camera Club members take advantage of the beautiful flowers.

A CONCERNED campaigner who almost got hit a couple of times while crossing a “dangerous” junction has warned more pedestrians could be injured if the lack of awareness of the Highway Code continues.

A BOOKIES has backed the UK as its fourth favourite to win this year's Eurovision, as the country is represented by a Maldon singer-songwriter.

A WOMAN from Rayleigh has wowed the judges after her audition on Britain’s Got Talent.

A NEW chairman and vice-chairman have been elected for Braintree Council.

A CHRISTIAN charity has apologised to Hadleigh residents who were left living in rat-infested squalid homes despite almost a decade of complaints.

She threatened to harm a patient while restraining them

A HEADTEACHER who took over a poor performing school with a view of turning it around says she is “immensely proud” after inspectors gave it a seal of approval.

A MAN who is “in constant pain” due to suffering from excruciating arthritis says he was left in “disbelief” when he realised his car had been stolen.

WELL-LOVED residents are heartbroken from the attack on their property for the third time in two years.

HARWICH will see a slimmed down mayor-making ceremony this year after the mayor elect withdrew due to health reasons.

AN imposing Roman marble bust is set to go under the hammer… and is expected to fetch up to £50,000.

A LEADING cycle race that is coming to Clacton will be broadcast live for the first time.