Adnams is closing its doors in Saffron Walden this weekend after almost two decades of serving customers. The Frinton store will also shut after three years.

St Helena Hospice is launching its first charity golf day at Lexden Wood Golf Club to raise vital funds for the hospice.

SEX Pistols legend John Lydon is set to appear in Colchester as part of a newly extended UK tour.

New Copford Place in Colchester is inviting guests to join residents for a week of community activities.

The A134 Southway in Colchester is experiencing disruption following a crash.

A video on social media shows a woman confront a store manager at Colchester's Marks & Spencer over her concerns for gender-neutral changing rooms.

AN Essex expert has given his verdict on claims of a "perfect storm" to draw Asian hornets to the region amid a reported rise in sightings in the UK.

A 17-year-old girl has been reported missing from Colchester. Essex Police have appealed for the public's help to find her.

A lane on Balkerne Hill in Colchester, Essex, has been blocked while police attend an incident.

The M25 in Essex is experiencing disruption following a crash near the QEII bridge on the Essex and Kent border.

Essex and Suffolk Gliding Club has issued an update after an aircraft crash at Wormingford Airflied near Colchester.

Ric Morgan has become Brightlingsea Town Council's new mayor for the 2026-27 year.

Files leaked to the Colchester Gazette found 'longstanding cultural difficulties' within the department.

Experts are calling for infrastructure which could help restore and protect nature – and a new A120 could be a perfect opportunity.

A major community celebration is set to take place beneath one of Colchester’s most iconic landmarks.

The new PNP consultation function enables members of the public to have their say by providing feedback on individual public notices.

Readers who want to subscribe to the Colchester Gazette can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for 4 months or save over 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion.

Police have issued an update regarding an incident near the Dartford crossing with all lanes still closed.

A road in Maldon has been closed in both directions due to a vehicle fire.

Two north Essex businesses have been named among the best companies to work for in 2026 by the Sunday Times.

THE 193rd mayor of Colchester has been sworn in and promises serve in the role “with dignity, humility, and with a respect the office deserves”.

Jonathan Maffia, 43, stole from the BP garage in Ipswich Road, Colchester in January this year, as well as the Co-Op convenience store in Greenstead.

The Turner Road site has been criticised for lack of parking spaces in its main car park over the years.

Colchester will step back in time next month when the Roman and Medieval Festival returns to Castle Park with history, games and live entertainment.

COLCHESTER Council’s annual council meeting took place within Town Hall earlier today following the mayor making ceremony in Moot Hall.

A week of lane closures on the A127 between Warley and Wickford begin tomorrow with delays expected.

Essex Police have provided an update after a man was trapped in a glider after a crash at Wormingford airfield.

More than 100 charities and campaigners are urging the new Health Secretary to continue vital maternity safety reforms.

Georgy Jamieson has been named as an ambassador for Colchester-based charity Autism Anglia.

A man has received treatment after being trapped as a result of being involved in a glider crash in Wormingford.

The Greater Anglia network is facing major disruption due to a points failure which could result in delays of up to 60 minutes.

Firefighters are on the scene of a fire which started in the kitchen of a bungalow in Lavenham just over the Essex border in Suffolk.

Ian Simpson, 77, has died in hospital three weeks after sustaining serious injuries following a crash with a driver from Canvey, who has since been arrested.

A crash on the A133 in Weeley is causing long delays for drivers with a lane closure in place.

More than 400 parking tickets were handed out to poorly-parked vehicles in Clacton, Frinton, Walton and Harwich.

Forecasts from the Met Office show that parts of Essex could see rain this weekend following a long period of record-breaking hot weather.

A 58-year-old and a 40-year-old man have been fined and handed police warnings after illegally dumping waste more than 50 inside two months.

They have said they are an alliance of progressive independents instead of a political group, and won’t have a group whip.

Rose Tresadern, 80, from the Southend area, scooped the £1m Lotto prize with her children, Barry and Julie, after playing her late husband's numbers.

Drivers are facing severe delays on the M25 in south Essex following a vehicle fire near the Dartford Tunnel and Lakeside turn-off.

A newly extended and modernised family home has been put on the market with a guide price of £500,000-£525,000 in Alresford.

The Sun Inn in Dedham earned praise from Sawday’s chief pub inspector who included it in his list of 20 UK pubs with "spectacular" walking routes.

Fire crews from Halstead Fire Station were called to an address in Sible Hedingham yesterday after Daisy the cat became stuck in a tree for more than 24 hours.

Greater Anglia has unveiled an improved version of its live train route map to provide passengers with clear, accessible information.

A new series of witchcraft-themed workshops are taking place at Hollytrees Museum in Colchester.

The 193rd mayor of Colchester will be sworn in today, followed by the council's annual meeting.

Traffic has been building on the stretch of the A12 heading towards the Copdock Roundabout due to a lane closure on the A14 and traffic for the Suffolk Show.

Essex Police have revealed that a motorcyclist was taken to hospital for an assessment following a crash on the A12 yesterday near Sandon and Boreham.

PantherFest2 film festival brought a buzz to Halstead’s historic theatre and raised thousands for the Halstead Dementia Friendly Project.

Plans for a quarry on the edge of Great Bardfield have sparked growing concerns among residents, with fears over health risks and environmental damage.