A Sudbury man has been jailed after police uncovered drug-dealing activity in Sudbury.

Fire crews have remained at Highlands Farm overnight following the huge fire and fertiliser explosion in East Hanningfield.

A 24-hour charity event is set to return next month.

Essex County Fire and Rescue service crews rushed to a fire involving industrial units at Highlands Farm in Southend Road, between East Hanningfield and Rettendon, on Friday at around 4.50pm.

A new volunteer app is helping therapy dog teams spend more time supporting others.

Clacton Counter Crime Partnership has provided a lifeline for businesses across the district with a shared radio system.

A Colchester motorcycle community hosted an evening of camaraderie, solidarity and fun for cancer patients and their families.

With the school summer holidays underway and household budgets under pressure, parents across Essex are on the hunt for low-cost days out.

Colchester United owner and chairman Robbie Cowling answered questions during the football club’s open day event at JobServe Community Stadium last Sunday.

An update has been issued after a major emergency response at Clacton beach.

A major emergency response is underway at Clacton beach, with multiple services including an air ambulance and coastguard helicopter at the scene.

A CLIP shows the dramatic moment when an industrial units fire in Essex led to an explosion in one of the most serious incidents the county fire service has dealt with in recent years.

The M11 is currently experiencing disruption near Harlow after a fallen tree has blocked part of the road.

It comes after the Gazette reported on how sector-wide financial issues and funding pressures had led to redundancies and the closure of ten of its 18 beds at the hospice in 2025.

THE man set to take on a prestigious role on behalf of the county says he feels a mixture of “terror and excitement”.

A UNAMIOUS decision was made at a council meeting to pass a motion connected to Colchester’s Local Plan.

The Heckford Angel, in Maldon Road, is a grade-II listed building which has been disused and in disrepair for several years.

Braintree Road is currently closed in both directions this afternoon due to a police incident.

The Deputy Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex has praised the handling of the Highlands Farm explosion and fire.

A teenager has been seriously injured in a park assault in Aveley.

Firefighters tackled a blaze involving a tractor and straw-filled trailer in Hullbridge this morning while continuing to respond to a separate ongoing incident.

The supermarket chain recently revealed a new list of 25 locations across the country where it is looking to open new stores as part of its expansion.

All lanes have been stopped on the M25 at the Dartford Crossing following a crash involving a motorbike on the QE2 Bridge.

Twenty firefighters have been taken to hospital and three fire engines destroyed after a huge fire and explosion at Highlands Farm near East Hanningfield.

A long serving member of Colchester's community was officially bestowed with a prestigious title at Wednesday’s council meeting.

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

Colchester Council is highlighting the significant progress made in plans to revitalise the city centre.

Police have launched an urgent appeal to locate a missing woman who is believed to be in Essex.

Drivers are facing delays on the M25 this morning following a crash near Romford and Basildon.

A major fire in Essex which triggered a huge explosion and was declared a major incident is believed to have been caused by fertiliser.

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is using World Drowning Prevention Day to urge people across Essex to learn a simple life-saving skill.

Around 25 firefighters remain at the scene of a major blaze that tore through farm buildings in East Hanningfield.

Live updates on major incident in East Hanningfield with fire crews still on scene today

Kingswode Hoe School, in Sussex Road, was marked in the strong standard category by Ofsted following an inspection in June.

Fen Farm Caravan Site, in Moore Lane, East Mersea, had submitted a planning application for advertising consent to the authority in January.

My first visit to Paper Mill Lock quickly turned into one of the loveliest afternoons I’ve spent in Essex.

A DEVELOPER says its plans for a co-living and residential development in Colchester could bring an underused office block “back to life” despite criticism.

With six weeks of summer to fill, keeping the kids entertained can be a challenge. We've rounded up 25 low-cost things to do in and around Colchester.

Around 50 firefighters remain on scene after an explosion gutted farm buildings in East Hanningfield, in south Essex, tonight.

Essex County Fire and Rescue service have provided a further update after a huge fire in Rettendon which was tackled by more than 100 firefighters.

Essex County Fire and Rescue service have provided an update after a huge fire in Rettendon.

Drone footage has shown the extent of an industrial unit fire which has broke out in Rettendon, south Essex

Plumes of smoke are currently filling the sky in south Essex after a loud explosion and fireball.

Smoke plumes into the sky after reports of an explosion Emergency services on scene of fire between Rettendon and East Hanningfield Road closures in place as a result

A Colchester kindergarten held a graduation ceremony to celebrate the children's achievements.

The Future of Essex series has sparked fresh ideas for building stronger, more resilient communities across Greater Essex.

Drivers are facing major delays on the A12 this evening due to two separate obstructions between Chelmsford and Witham and a slip road closure.

The Museum of the Moon immersive lunar art exhibit by artist Luke Jerram has arrived at Colchester Castle.

Essex County Council held its latest full meeting on July 14.

Emma Brook, from Colchester, and her cousin Isla Wootten-Campbell, from Kelvedon, both aged 10, will perform in the English Youth Ballet’s Giselle, set in the Edwardian era after being selected in April.