TRAFFIC delays have rippled across Colchester and the city centre following a crash on the A12 and on a level crossing.

Suit Direct opened its doors at The Meadows with an in-store DJ and a fresh team of staff amid major revitalisation plans for the centre.

Fire and rescue service dogs have been honoured with a new national memorial in Rettendon, Essex.

There will be re-enactors from the Viking, Roman and Medieval periods showing fighting skills, cookery, and living history camps.

Essex Police want to speak to a man wanted in connection to an attempted burglary on Lichfield Close in Chelmsford. Appeal for information launched.

Thomas Corcoran, 34, of Colne Valley Close, Halstead, has been charged with three counts of burglary after an elderly resident found a man in their home.

An incident took place in East Street, Colchester, with the level crossing crash affecting lines on Greater Anglia routes between Essex and London.

Drivers around Colchester are facing severe delays after crashes on the A12 and two other roads in the city this morning rush hour.

A crash on the A12 near Colchester United football ground has caused chaos on the roads this morning. Congestion building, and severe delays.

Reform UK have appointed Clacton North councillor Peter Harris as the new leader of Essex County Council, following their win in the recent local elections.

Major excavations of the site helped discover the casket which was the final resting place for a woman who has been dubbed ‘The Lexden Lady’.

Drivers in Essex are facing severe delays this morning following a reported crash on the A12 near Colchester Stadium. Traffic beginning to queue with delays.

Frinton Summer Theatre bosses are thrilled to announce Adjoa Andoh has become its patron.

A government minister has confirmed the A120 Braintree to A12 scheme has been dropped entirely from the government’s Road Investment Strategy.

Charlie Storkey, 21, was handcuffed in the back of a police car travelling at 70mph when he jumped forwards and tried to force the vehicle off the A47.

With a total of 51 councillors sitting at Town Hall from across the city, at least 26 councillors are required to vote together for motions to pass in meetings.

More than 150 motorcycles will ride down Colchester High Street in a thrilling annual display to raise awareness for men’s health.

A rural road in Thorpe-le-Soken is reportedly closed due to a crash, according to traffic data.

Police are appealing for help to find a missing 32-year-old man with links to Harlow and Herts.

Multiple Essex faces are set to appear on the next series of Channel 4's Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins.

Bimla Limbu suffered from anxiety and depression and was said to be struggling after she had a disagreement with one of her children.

It is the most authentic momos served with a deliciously rich chutney that completely blew me away.

Richard Wiper, 40, was convicted unanimously by a jury of two counts of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury.

A pizza chain which used to operate from Colchester’s city centre claimed victory before a court after it said it was targeted by a “smear campaign”.

The Pier to Pier walk between Clacton and Frinton is returning to support St Helena Hospice.

Jo Wheatley and Jay Pettitt are the founders of the volunteer-led Wivenhoe Bike Kitchen and operate from the Fisherman’s Store in St John’s Road.

Heartwarming new photos capture baby Kiera and mum Kora’s playful and peaceful moments at Colchester Zoo.

A large industrial container has been dumped in a lay-by on the A12 London-bound near Colchester, Essex.

The Tiptree tearoom reopened with a special taster event following a refurbishment.

A drug dealer has been jailed after police action led to the discovery of Class A substances in Colchester, Essex.

London Gateway Port in Essex is preparing to welcome two of the world's largest container vessels.

Drivers are facing severe delays on the M11 near Stansted Airport in Essex.

North West Essex MP and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has responded to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's speech today, calling it 'sad to watch'.

A man was rushed to hospital following a medical emergency on a busy Colchester route.

Here are the ten most booked restaurants across the whole of Essex according to OpenTable. List is compiled of spots that stood out for popularity and ratings.

Kirk Norcross shared a heartfelt tribute to his father Mick, who died in January 2021, on what would have been his 63rd birthday.

A public health incident is under investigation following a suspected outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship.

Residents in parts of Essex are celebrating after three postcodes in the county were named among the latest winners in the postcode lottery.

Three British womenswear brands, Hobbs, Whistles, and Phase Eight, are opening a shared outlet store inside Braintree Village.

Drugs gang members who ran a crack cocaine and heroin network in Braintree have been sentenced

A large blaze broke out at a derelict building, prompting a major emergency response

Taylor Whitson, 24, received more than £427,000 from at least eight people across Colchester and Clacton, telling them he could earn them thousands.

Here are some of the big-name brands that are set to close major stores in Essex this year

TalkSPORT host and former football Alan Brazil has undergone a 'life-saving' operation. Ex-pro used to play in Essex for Chelmsford City and Wivenhoe Town.

The Tendring Hundred Farmer's Club (THFC) are bringing agriculture to life for children in Tendring.

Primary schools in Essex have been invited to take part in the nationwide Bitesize Bookworm competition.

TWO passengers who caused a Ryanair flight from Stansted to Ibiza to divert to Toulouse have been convicted in France following the incident.

A banking giant is set to close its branch in Brentwood high street next week due to more people using online banking tools.

Former TOWIE star James Argent has paid tribute to his former co-star Jake Hall, who tragically passed away at a holiday home in Majorca last week.

Essex Police have launched an appeal to find Adam Smith, 40, who is missing from Southend. Officers believe him to be wearing grey joggers and white top.