Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted at The Railway pub in South Woodham Ferrers and left with head injuries

One of the world’s largest container ships is set to dock in Essex this week as the Singapore Express docks at London Gateway port.

The council’s AGM ended last week without councillors electing a leader new leader, leaving the local authority in limbo.

No leader was elected to lead Colchester Council during the authority’s tense full council meeting last Wednesday.

It may sound slightly odd but the tradition - known as kitchel throwing - has spanned four centuries and is a key part of the annual mayor-making ceremony.

Little Waltham is in the Chelmsford District, about 3 miles north of the centre of Chelmsford itself.

These stunning gardens in Essex will be open next month for visitors as part of the National Garden Scheme.

A record number of badger cubs have been spotted at Fingringhoe Wick nature reserve in Colchester.

Massive attraction Colchester Zoo is hiring for an exciting key job ahead of the summer season

The large parcel of land is part of the wider Cymbeline Farm and Colchester Council has owned it since 1988.

Cats Protection, the UK's leading cat welfare charity, is looking to find some new homes for five adorable felines. Can you help?

Thomas Skinner, who rose to fame on The Apprentice and is known for his catchphrase 'bosh!', visited The Destination at Lakeside in West Thurrock.

Sonny Green will make Southend and Essex proud as he competes in the Britain's Got Talent final tonight.

The skeletal remains and lead coffin of a Roman woman believed to be in her 20s or 30s were discovered by the Colchester Archaeological Trust.

Here are five celebrities who have deep links to north and mid Essex.

Data from Essex Police has highlighted crime hot spots and the most common offences reported in the Greenstead area of Colchester.

A tractor and trailer were stopped at Boreham Interchange by Essex Police who reported an unsecured load.

A major route into Essex is experiencing severe delays near the QEII Bridge on the M25.

Reports of a fire late at night led to an emergency response in a Rettendon as fire crews attended van blaze.

A major Essex route is experiencing disruption following a crash on the A13 near Lakeside and the M25.

The Mersea Island Art Trail took place across last weekend.

Arts stalwart Ben Howard takes us through five great events to enjoy in Colchester in the coming week.

A major Essex road has been closed following a reported crash near Margaretting on the A12.

The M25 anticlockwise is facing delays following a reported crash on the Essex stretch.

With its maritime charm and peaceful promenade, Burnham-on-Crouch is a favourite day-out destination for many.

Police are appealing for help finding a missing 15-year-old girl from Chelmsford who police believe may have travelled to Colchester and London.

Smyths Toys with branches in Colchester, Chelmsford, Rayleigh and Thurrock has introduced a new fee for customers.

A car crashed into the Old Post Office on Upper Street Higham, made famous by John Constable's painting 'The Stour Valley from Higham’.

Shoppers heading to Braintree Village have plenty of new names to look out for such as Crocs. Lovisa, Levi's and more.

One of Essex’s most anticipated summer events is set to return this June, as the Essex County Craft Show comes back to Ingatestone Hall for a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, food, music, and family entertainment.

Drivers are being warned of overnight closures on the A12 in Essex today (May 30) as National Highways carries out work.

The Cabin Dairy is a dog-friendly café-bistro found in the village of Burnham-on-Crouch.

Openreach has begun work in Tiptree to deliver the new network, which will offer gigabit-capable connectivity to residents and businesses.

Take a look arounf the unique West Bergholt home just north of Colchester that is new to the market.

In just a few days drivers using the A120 near Braintree are to face 33-mile diversions due to National Highways work.

The spring version of the Tendring Community Village Garage Sale Trail took place at Tendring Green last Sunday.

Five dogs are looking for their forever homes in Essex, they are currently being looked after by Dogs Trust in Basildon.

A resident in Harlow, Essex, who snapped up a £250k win, has become the fourth Harlow resident to win big on the Postcode Lottery in two years.

Ellis Denton-Cox, 50, did not seek medical attention after the incident and was found at his home address two days later after concerns for his welfare.

Colchester Museums is launching the event at Hollytrees Museum, offering an immersive experience rooted in folklore and historical belief

A UNIQUE independent shop has closed down after just over a year in business.

TOWIE star Chloe Lewis has paid tribute to her "first love" Jake Hall who suddenly died earlier this month in Majorca.

A teenage girl has been taken to hospital with 'serious injuries' after a collision with a car on Ongar Close in Clacton, Essex.

Former police officer and business founder Christian Hunt, of Mildmay Road, Burnham, has appeared at court facing multiple fraud charges.

Pictures show the scene of a car that crashed into a home in the idyllic village of Higham, which caused 'serious' structural damage.

Essex Police rescued a kitesurfer off the coast of Frinton after he became stranded once the wind had dropped.

A man living at RAF Wethersfield has been charged following reports a woman was assaulted on a Braintree street.

A serial burglar has been jailed after admitting a series of break-ins across four counties including Essex and Suffolk.

Essex Police have launched an appeal for find 53-year-old man Scott Game, who has been reported missing from the Clacton area.

Drivers commuting into Essex via the Dartford Tunnel are experiencing severe delays, due to heavier-than-normal traffic conditions.