Gazette News

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
In pictures: Families recover stolen golden eggs at Essex fantasy park
Wyvernwood, in Arlseford, held an exciting event over the Easter Holidays, inviting children to help recover Zephyr and Zeta's golden dragon eggs.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Pub on picturesque Essex island named among UK's 'cosiest'
An Essex pub nestled on the picturesque Essex island of Mersea has been named among the 'cosiest' in the UK.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Iconic 90s star announced as final headline act for Castle Park festival
ALB Festival has announced the final act for their 2026, which is due to take place in Colchester Castle Park.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Could Essex see hosepipe ban as reservoirs below normal?
Reservoir levels in Essex are below seasonal averages, prompting calls for continued water-saving efforts by Essex Water.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:23:00 +0100
Warning to south Essex commuters as Tube drivers' strikes to start next week
COMMUTERS have been warned to plan ahead as Tube drivers' strikes are planned to start next week

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:10:00 +0100
Police speak out after claims of Essex car break-in being linked to asylum seeker
Claims of a car break-in being linked to an asylum seeker in the wake of protests in Essex have been dismissed.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:09:22 +0100
Live updates as A12 traffic held due to crash between car and lorry
A crash on the A12 between a car and a lorry is causing severe delays with traffic being held

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:37:00 +0100
Long delays as A12 partially blocked due to 'obstruction in road'
COMMUTERS are facing delays on the A12 near Danbury as it is blocked heading towards London this morning

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:25:00 +0100
Police plan in place as fuel protests planned TODAY at Dartford Crossing and M25
Essex Police says a plan is in place as fuel protests are planned at the Dartford Crossing and M25 today.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Woman claims she was given fake £10 at Post Office branch
A woman is warning people to check their money after she says she was given a counterfeit £10 note from a Post Office branch.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
How to see some of the world's largest passenger planes over Essex
Essex offers some of the most varied and accessible plane-spotting in England with Stansted, Southend and RAF airstrips on the doorstep.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New owners of Colchester Culver square revealed after £11million sale
Blueboys JV (Colchester) Limited, a London-based company incorporated on April 8, 2025, has now been identified as the private investor.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Estate agent, 27, loses 14st after joining Slimming World with mum
Harry followed the Slimming World programme with no weight loss medication or drugs.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Desperate dad used fake number plates to avoid fine for driving uninsured
A father from Heybridge received a heavy fine after using fake license plates to avoid detection from driving without insurance.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Blaring horns and screeching tyres' - boy racers disrupt Colchester car park
The screeching of tyres, car horns blaring and the revving of engines could be heard coming from the top two levels of St John's Car Park on Friday.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
What residents want to see in vacant Colchester Debenhams after building sale
The most popular ideas put forward by Gazette readers for the future of the former Debenhams unit in Culver Square.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
National Trust plans to take over Flatford Wildlife Garden
The National Trust is set to take over Flatford Wildlife Garden in East Bergholt.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:05:00 +0100
New owner to take on much-loved nature reserve
Flatford Wildlife Garden in East Bergholt, near Colchester, will be taken on by the National Trust later this year, following a transfer from the RSPB.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:08:29 +0100
Traffic delays due to two vehicle collision on key Essex road
An Essex road is partially blocked, affecting commuters in the area.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Colchester's Firstsite reveals 'exciting' plans after being handed £900,000
The new immersive digital gallery will be designed as a flexible, future-facing space meaning cutting-edge work across digital art, moving image, and interactive experiences can be supported.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
I took part in an impactful dementia training experience - here's what I learned
As a former dementia carer, I participated in Training2Care's dementia experience - focusing on what it may be like for those with the illness at meal times.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Shop owner says 'thousands of pounds of stock' stolen in break-in
Owner of a trading card shop in Clacton has vowed to “carry on” after thieves stole thousands of pounds worth of stock.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Historic tearooms near Colchester offers perfect sunny lunch spot
The Shoulder of Mutton in Halstead Road at Aldham features five rooms filled with antiques, as well as a cafe offering inside and outdoor seating.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Luxury six-bedroom Essex home with indoor pool goes on sale for £2.2m
A luxurious home with an indoor swimming pool has gone on the market for £2.2 million in Essex.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:52:34 +0100
Drivers facing rush hour delays due to reported obstruction on A12
Drivers are facing rush hour delays due to heavy traffic on the A12 due to reported obstruction.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0100
Legendary rock band to play Essex show for first time in over 50 years
A legendary band, known for their influence on the pop scene, are set to perform in Southend-on-Sea for the first time since 1974.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:32:29 +0100
Filming takes place for feature documentary about women in Essex town
The film, Witchcraft & Stilettos: Redefining the Essex Girl Narrative, is being produced by Blatella Films Ltd.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:15:00 +0100
Toy giant set to open first-ever Essex store at Lakeside Shopping Centre
TOY giant the Lego Group has revealed plans to open its first Essex store at Lakeside Shopping Centre this autumn

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0100
How a viral Essex TikToker got Madonna's hit back into UK charts
A viral TikTok video by influencer Gymskin from Essex has sent a pop classic back into the UK top 20 charts.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:00 +0100
Essex police officer cleared at court after crash in marked police car
A police officer has been cleared after being charged with driving without due care and attention at Chelmsford Magistrates Court.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:00 +0100
Massive UK pet store chain looking to expand across Essex
A UK pet store chain is planning to expand across Essex.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:52:00 +0100
Reports of severe delays on major route just off A12
There are reports of long delays and queueing traffic on the A130 leading up to the A12 near Chelmsford.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Pothole-ridden road in Essex village to close for 11 days of resurfacing
The Street, on the A1017 in Sturmer, on the Essex and Suffolk border, will close later this month for pothole repairs and resurfacing work.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0100
New poll projects huge majority on Essex County Council as candidates revealed
Reform UK is projected to tighten its grip on Essex County Council after candidates have been revealed for the local elections in May.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Celebrations as these Essex postcodes win big in postcode lottery
People living across Essex are celebrating as their streets are named among the latest winners in the People’s Postcode Lottery draws.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:50:00 +0100
Fuel protests planned at Dartford Crossing and M25 with drivers warned
ESSEX Police have responded to reports circulating of planned "fuel protests" on the M25 and at the Dartford Crossing this week.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic railway station becomes 'derelict' with fly tipping onsite
Historic Felsted Railway Station has become “derelict” after being overrun by fly tipping onsite.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Beginners invited to free embroidery workshop at Colchester zero waste shop
The session for beginners in embroidery was held at Colcheco, the popular home and lifestyle store with a focus on sustainability, in Layer Road.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Escape Hunt opens in Colchester with five thrilling escape rooms
Dive into an out-of-this-world adventure as you solve puzzles and complete challenges before the time runs out

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
TV dog trainer Graeme Hall becomes patron of Essex Therapy Dogs
A dog trainer and television personality has become the patron of Essex Therapy Dogs.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:08:00 +0100
Major bus timetable changes started this weekend - what passengers must know
Essex bus timetables change from 12 April 2026, improving punctuality, reliability, and connections across Airlink, Chelmsford, Stansted Airport, and Colchester.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100
New affordable community gym opens in Colchester with memberships from £11.99
Simmply Active gym has opened in Colchester, offering residents memberships for as little as £11.99 per month.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:28:00 +0100
Colchester Institute to become centre of technical excellence - what we know
The criteria for colleges include positive Ofsted grades, strong financial health, and an above average achievement rate among other factors.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man 'fell through net' after police missed desperate call before death in park
Emergency services did not follow up on a man’s welfare and missed a desperate call for help before a man decided to take his life in Colchester, a court heard.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Young farmer, 7, given VIP tour to learn secrets of Tiptree Farm strawberries
Young farmer Archie Morris was invited to Tiptree Farm to learn their secrets of growing the world-famous strawberries.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New vet surgery to provide 'gold standard' care under one roof
The Colchester Vets is preparing its launch in Charter Court this August, offering modern health care services.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Revealed - The 'most dangerous streets' in Colchester
Crime levels on Colchester streets show significant variation, with some areas experiencing a higher footfall of crime, according to police data at data.police.uk.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
University responds after union claims it 'banned' a protest on site
Despite being warned against protesting on University of Essex campus land, determined staff members gathered to protest against the Southend campus closure.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
All we know after woman, 19, dies in Essex dog attack as dad speaks out
A FATHER has called for his family dog to be put down after his teenage daughter was killed by the pet in an "out of the blue" attack

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Humble seaside restaurant serves one of Essex’s best Italian dining experiences
It’s easy to see why Osteria del Mare in Frinton has been getting such strong word of mouth since opening last year.

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