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Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100A trusted name in Brightlingsea enters an exciting new chapter
For more than 100 years, John Fowlers Solicitors has proudly supported the Brightlingsea community with expert, reliable legal advice
Mon, 18 May 2026 09:40:00 +0100How hot will it get in Essex this week during 'mini heatwave'?
Temperatures are expected to soar again this week as a 'mini heatwave' could hit Essex with the Met Office and WX Charts forecasting warmer weather.
Mon, 18 May 2026 08:55:00 +0100US fast food giant to create 50 new jobs with new Colchester store
Major US fried chicken chain Popeyes is set to open a new restaurant in Colchester, bringing a taste of Louisiana to the area.
Mon, 18 May 2026 07:07:36 +0100Officers deployed after reports of late-night disturbance in Essex city
Police carried out reassurance patrols in Chelmsford, Essex, after reports of a large disturbance, with drones and officers searching the area. Can you help with information?
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100All the big name brands which should come to Colchester according to readers
Among the most frequently mentioned names was Marks & Spencer, with multiple Gazette readers highlighting it.
Watford Observer
Mon, 18 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100Take on the Mystery Missions challenge at English Heritage sites this May
Looking for ideas for family days out for May half-term?
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:30:00 +0100Hertfordshire M1, M25 and A1(M) set for several closures ahead of bank holiday
Overnight M1, M25, and A1(M) closures appear to have been packed into a condensed timetable this week ahead of the bank holiday weekend.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:30:00 +0100Two-week works to prepare for major development plan start today
Site works will begin today in preparation for plans to build more than 100 homes, shops, and a multi-storey car park at Bushey Country Club.
Sun, 17 May 2026 18:00:00 +0100Checkout revolt - shoppers refuse to work for supermarkets
Brett Ellis says frustration with self-checkouts is growing, as shoppers rebel against doing unpaid work at supermarket tills.
Sun, 17 May 2026 17:15:00 +0100Police looking for wanted man over 'violent offences'
Herts Police are looking for a wanted man from Kings Langley who has links to Watford.