The A12 northbound is partially blocked with delays after a collision.

Organisations across Brightlingsea are hosting a health and wellbeing day for all residents.

Renowned musician and drummer for Blur Dave Rowntree is headlining the Colchester Arts Centre and there will be discussion about his photography and the band.

Walid Khan, 52, appeared before Ipswich Crown Court on Monday following an incident in June last year at the Tesco Superstore in Greenstead Road.

Beverly’s mother Sylvia,92 described her as "forever my baby girl. Never forgotten, with me always. You was so brave."

Colchester councillor, Alison Jay is joining up with a specialist team to put on dance classes for residents living with dementia.

A viral TikTok highlights JD Sports Outlet at Clacton Shopping Village, Essex offering discounted trainers, Nike, adidas, and more at bargain prices.

Veran Tull, 37, was diagnosed with skin cancer two years ago after his wife urged him to get a mole checked out.

Mr Pugh said without the SSSI there is no legal guarantee for protection from the landowner.

Cygnet Hospital Colchester has received an 'outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

UK motorists are being urged to revisit their Highway Code knowledge after new research revealed widespread confusion over road signs.

People who follow this habit are more confident about their finances and have firmer plans on how they'll save and spend.

Lord Mandelson has been accused of passing sensitive information to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein during his time as business secretary.

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis told the Conservative leader: “I am not saying nothing can be done, I am saying what you should do.”

Major collision has forced the closure of one lane on the London-bound carriageway of the A12 near Boreham.

Tesco pharmacy teams are offering free 10-minute checks in private consultation rooms, with no appointment required.

Essex County Council is kicking off its revamp of St Botolph’s Circus in the city centre by removing trees today.

In March and June last year, works took place to set up eleven speed cameras at two accident hotspot areas along the A120.

Natalie Cassidy, 42, best known for playing Sonia Fowler in the soap, is set to bring her Live With Nat podcast tour to Colchester Arts Centre on February 28.

Malachi Brown, 20, appeared before Ipswich Crown Court on Monday, to enter pleas following a fatal incident in September 2024.

Sarah Hardy, 55, was recruited to work on the film due to her talent for making weird edible creations

Garden fire in Clacton was brought under control after firefighters from the Essex County Fire and Rescue Service rushed to the scene.

One person has been taken to hospital after a crash on a busy Colchester road.

Pöpinä, the vibrant Greek-inspired pop-up bar and social spot in the heart of the city’s Lion Walk Courtyard.

An oak tree at the High Street car park near the King George V playing field has been the centre of debate between Wivenhoe Town Council and a resident group.

The project will restore the historic former churchyard of Holy Trinity Church — one of the oldest surviving buildings in Colchester.

Air Algérie plans to expand capacity during the summer season, with frequencies rising to between one and two flights per day.

Heavy traffic is affecting a Colchester road after reports of a 'crash.'

Residents in the Colchester have been left without electricity for several hours this morning after an unexpected power outage.

A Boozy Bingo Night at Trotters Bar in Colchester has raised more than £1,000 to support Dedham Therapy Farm.

Kyle Anderson witnessed the fumes at around 8am and believes it is a 'house fire.'

A Colchester school has announced an emergency closure this morning.

Darren Simmons, 58, led the operation supplying large quantities of Class A, B and C drugs

Starz Performing Arts Academy  is running a series of workshops this half term, introducing children to theatre, acting and stage performance.

Wolf River Electric said this was due to the city’s high proportion of older housing, including Victorian and Edwardian terraces.

Police have issued an update following an arson attack on a barn in Bures last week.

Five-bedroom detached home near Nayland, Essex/Suffolk border, for sale at £2m. Includes swimming pool, tennis court, 1.4 acres, and luxury amenities.

A former councillor has said Brightlingsea would suffer from an additional 300 new homes.

The annual Changemakers list celebrates individuals and organisations across the UK who are creating meaningful social change.

Registered osteopath and qualified sleep therapist Tracy Hannigan has recommended using a tennis ball on a flight.

A brand new KitKat bar has finally been spotted on shelves.

Call the Midwife creator, Hedi Thomas, has hinted that huge news on the series future will be revealed in the series finale.

Six planets will align in February as part of a rare planetary parade. Find out how and when you can see the event.

We asked Gazette readers to share their favourite “old school” locals — the places that still feel like the heart of the town.

The Coffee Shed in Colchester has been named as the perfect pitstop for coffee and croissants

Thorington Street, north of Colchester, has officially been named an International DarkSky Community, the first place in the area to get the status.

An 82-year-old man from Frinton is seeing life more clearly after receiving a pioneering eye procedure at Colchester Hospital

Ben was 39 when he got his autism diagnosis which was followed by his ADHD diagnosis about seven months later.

Founded in 1968 named after their new born son, Anthony, the company began as a traditional formalwear specialist.

Police officers are investigating the theft of 81 air guns which were taken from a parked lorry in Paycocke Road between 8.30pm last Thursday and 4.30am last Friday, February 20.