Gazette News
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0100Person taken to hospital after crash involving pedestrian on busy road
A person was taken to hospital following a collision on the North Station Road roundabout in Colchester this morning.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:32:27 +0100New public spaces protection order comes into effect in Braintree town centre
A newly amended Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) has come into effect in Braintree town centre.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0100Man charged with attempted murder after woman hospitalised in serious incident
A man has been charged with attempted murder following an incident where police found a woman with serious injuries.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:55:00 +0100Beloved Essex zoo shares precious update after birth of endangered animal
Colchester Zoo has issued an update on a newly born pileated gibbon, who was born at the zoo in February.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:35:00 +0100Emergency services on scene of crash on busy roundabout in Colchester
An ambulance has attended a crash on the North Station Road roundabout in Colchester this morning.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:35:11 +0100Hot weather set to arrive in Essex this weekend after weeks of rain
Hot weather looks set to make a comeback to Essex this weekend, following an extended period of wet weather.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:14:15 +0100Severe delays exceeding 75 minutes on major Essex route due to lane closures
Drivers are facing severe delays on the M25 anticlockwise this morning as emergency repairs and a fuel spillage have closed three lanes.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Uncertainty over when works will start to show for Roman mosaic glass walkway project
A piece of Roman mosaic was discovered back in 2022 in Red Lion Yard by archaeologists who had planned to recover the relic and put it on show.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Colchester Zoo hiring for new job - here's what the job entails
Colchester Zoo is hiring for anew role in their play area ahead of the summer season.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100New café set to move into former fast food premises in city centre
Hosh Café should be moving into the former Paragon Fried Chicken unit at 18 Osborne Street.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Mum who fought for her autistic son's education says he's 'proved people wrong'
A determined mother who won a battle for her son’s education says he is “cracking on” with his current GCSE exams.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100This fast food brand named after Colonel Sanders' daughter is opening this month
Miss Millie’s Colchester was previously announced for the ex-KFC in High Street back in January and it will open on June 24.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Plans submitted for retirement community only 600 metres from Colchester city centre
The Gazette reported in March that McCarthy Stone wanted to build 27 bungalows at the former Arena Leisure Centre off Circular Road East and North opposite the Colchester Garrison Cricket Club.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Colchester estate agent celebrates 50 years with family company
Colchester estate and lettings agent David Boyden, of Boydens, is celebrating 50 years in the industry.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Residents agree A120 'definitely needs to be a dual carriageway' at pop-up event
The Gazette held a pop-up stall in St Nicholas Square on Friday in effort to meet with locals and to raise awareness on the A120: Road to Safety campaign.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Essex Doctor Who fan who had cancer missed by GPs set to meet his 'childhood hero'
Mr Burkey, who works for the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, had previously been diagnosed with stage two melanoma at age 14.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Popular hotel near Colchester gets 4* culinary excellence award
Wivenhoe House Hotel, has been upgraded to an AA 4-star silver award and earned an AA Rosette Award for culinary excellence
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Progressive Independent Alliance say 'Labour determined to keep us at a distance'
Mr McLean also criticised the Liberal Democrats’ approach to coalition negotiations in the aftermath of the May 7 vote.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Dozens attend trans rights protest in Colchester in response to 'single-sex spaces'
The Trans Assembly group held a peaceful protest at the War Memorial next to Castle Park on Sunday afternoon.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0100Five loving cats looking for their forever homes in Essex
Lucky, Marmalade, Jasper, Jeanie and Fergus are five cats under the care of Cats Protection Essex who are looking for forever homes.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0100Footballers born or raised in Essex who played for England
From a World Cup winning legend Bobby Moore to Brentwood-raised icon Frank Lampard, Essex has helped shape England footballing history.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:30:00 +0100Drivers to be hit with 21-MILE diversion next week
Drivers are being warned to expect longer journeys as a key route will see a 21-mile diversion through Earls Colne.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:14:00 +0100Man charged with 'series of sexual assaults' in multiple Essex towns
A man from Chigwell has been charged with nine counts of sexual assault in multiple locations across Essex.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0100The unassuming Essex town that keeps producing global stars
Harlow, one of Britain’s best-known post-war new towns, has quietly emerged as the birthplace of Victoria Beckham, Rupert Grint, and many famous faces.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0100Popular gardening event coming to Essex
A premier gardening event hosted by Gardeners's World is coming to Saffron Walden with a host of activities.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:45:00 +0100Cordon in place as man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Chelmsford with a woman left in a serious condition.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100Facial recognition vans to be deployed in Colchester this week
Live facial recognition is to be deployed in Colchester by Essex Police.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:15:00 +0100Why this often overlooked Essex village is well worth a visit
Reasons why West Bergholt, near Colchester in Essex, is well worth a visit for its history, walks and pubs.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100Children get once in a lifetime experience at football club
Children got the chance to see behind the scenes at Colchester's football stadium for a once in a lifetime experience.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100In pictures: Meet the makers behind Colchester's Craft and Flea Market
Colchester's Craft and Flea Market took over Charter Hall on Sunday, with dozens of handmade gifts and items for sale.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100I tried a vegetarian meal at a popular Essex restaurant – and it was 'spot on'
I finally had the chance to dine at Duke’s Bistro, and the experience more than lived up to expectations.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100Brass band performance strikes a chord for Colchester care home resident
The music brought to life the childhood of Jenny Watton, who grew up in a Salvation Army family, at Alderwood Care Home in Colchester
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100The 5 perfect pubs to watch World Cup games this summer
We have put together five pubs which are perfect to watch the World Cup 2026 games in and around Colchester.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0100The two Essex schools looking for new headteachers
Limebrook Primary School and Nursery in Maldon and Moulsham Infant School in Chelmsford are both looking for experienced leaders.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0100Inside the 'stylish' five-bedroom Colchester home in sought-after area
A detached five-bedroom home in Straight Road, Colchester has been listed on the market.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100Where to see the King’s birthday flypast over Essex NEXT WEEK
The King's birthday flypast is due to travel across a number of Essex locations next week - here's where you can catch it.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:48:06 +0100Trains between Essex and London disrupted throughout TODAY
Train passengers travelling between Essex and London are facing delays due to bus replacements throughout today.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:12:41 +0100Urgent appeal launched for missing man
Essex Police have launched an urgent appeal for a missing man from Harwich.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Inside the coastal home with stunning views of the Essex coast
Take a look inside the stunning coastal home with excellent views in Clacton.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Plans for more than 150 homes in quaint village
Hallam Land has put forward plans to install up to 160 houses on agricultural land off Bromley Road, in Elmstead Market.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Owners of historic Felsted station ordered to pay £70k to clear fly tipped waste
The former Felsted railway station, privately owned since 2013, has been at the centre of a long-running dispute involving antisocial behaviour
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Colchester bike shop rebrands after being saved from closure
The branch at the Peartree Centre in Colchester was at risk of closing down after its company director Darren Thomas applied to be allowed to appoint administrators in February.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100All we know after arson attack destroys 36 buses
All we know after an arson attack at a vehicle storage site in Linford destroyed 36 buses.
Sat, 06 Jun 2026 21:27:28 +0100Essex EuroMillions winner dies after suspected hit and run
A EuroMillions winner from Maldon has died following a suspected hit and run in Tiptree in May.
Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:04:32 +0100The Essex seaside town that 'simply beats the rest for one reason'
A seaside town known for its nostalgic charm has captured the heart of a travel writer who believes it "simply beats the rest."
Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:14:18 +0100Huge fire rips through roof of building
A huge fire has ripped through the roof of a derelict building.
Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0100Tonight's £12million winning National Lottery numbers drawn - have you won?
Tonight's National Lottery Lotto winning numbers for Saturday June 6, 2026, have been drawn.
Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0100Residents and re-enactors step back in time for 'brilliant' Colchester festival
The Roman and Medieval Festival returned to Lower Castle Park today.
Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0100Colchester group keeping tradition alive celebrating 100th anniversary
Colchester Morris is celebrating its 100th anniversary this month and a floral tribute has been unveiled to mark the milestone this morning in Castle Park.
Sat, 06 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Superstar grandad battling cancer set to begin gruelling 450-mile walk
A grandad with cancer from Tendring village is preparing to take on a gruelling 450-mile walk raising money for four charities.