A University of Essex study has revealed restaurant complainers do not fit the “Karen” stereotype often seen on social media.

Colchester Borough Homes celebrated another year of progress and community impact at its AGM.

The Headway Essex Classic Vehicle and Vintage Show in Colchester raised thousands to support people with brain injuries.

TV favourite Bradley Walsh is set to take the place of Simon Cowell on the judging panel of Britain's Got Talent for some auditions in the new series.

M25 delays of up to two hours after a lorry fire between Junctions 28 and 29. Three lanes remain closed as recovery work continues on September 29.

Drivers are set to face an hour-long diversion as the A131 in Sudbury is closed for resurfacing from Monday, September 28, to Saturday, October 3.

M25 lorry fire causes severe anticlockwise delays between Junctions 29 and 28, with two lanes closed, 45-minute queues and recovery work ongoing.

A FORMER carer says homelessness can "happen to anybody" after finding himself on the verge of having to sleep rough on the streets.

Safety concerns have been raised about construction work at a play park.

An Essex domestic abuse survivor is calling for Clare's Law to be reformed after waiting two months to learn about allegations against her ex-partner.

A Mersea Island woman is tackling her first half marathon after years of living with undiagnosed endometriosis.

Colchester United beat Ipswich Town 1-0 on this day in 2006

Joey Essex, Scarlett Moffatt and Karen Hauer among 12 contestants announced for new series of popular TV show.

Essex Police and military bomb disposal experts respond after a World War Two shell is found at a Chelmsford home, with safe disposal planned near Brook Lane.

Dartford Crossing delays hit the M25 after a broken-down vehicle closed one lane on the QE2 Bridge. Queues reach Junction 29; AA reports 25-minute delays.

UK diesel prices hit a record 199.18p per litre, leaving Essex drivers facing £2 fuel. See cheapest and most expensive north Essex forecourts near you today.

Essex gliding club members have spoken about what gliding means to them as they prepare to leave Wormingford.

The community has welcomed a unique nostalgia-themed café to Clacton town centre.

A pensioner has denied causing a collision which killed a 73-year-old cyclist in an Essex village.

A convoy of classic cars brought colour, style and a powerful message to Colchester in support of men’s health.

Police have confirmed a woman has died in Sir Isaacs Walk, Colchester, after concerns for her welfare.

Essex woman Rachael Harvey-Purkiss and Allison Condon died in a Romania crash on September 24 while rescuing dogs. Tributes and GoFundMe appeal follow.

Essex council leader Peter Harris defends Operation Vanguard private patrols in Braintree, Chelmsford and Colchester after criticism over Wethersfield pilot.

Essex coast flood alert - residents warned of possible flooding from higher tides on September 28, including Clacton, Maldon, Mersea Island and Jaywick.

A1307 Bartlow crash leaves 73-year-old woman seriously injured; police seek witnesses and dashcam footage following September 27 crash near Essex border.

Convicted fraudster Parmjit Dhami must repay £265,000 after using a fake mortgage to buy an Ilford property, following CPS civil recovery proceedings,.

Waverley resumes Essex coast sailings to Southend and Clacton after Tower Bridge issue forced Sunday's cruise cancellation.

Southend crash - motorcyclist taken to hospital after a road traffic collision on September 26; condition unconfirmed.

London Stansted Airport warns of A120 closures in Essex from September 28 to October 2, with overnight roadworks and diversions for drivers.

Police search for missing Harlow woman Bithiah McSpencer, 26, last seen in London on September 28 after travelling from Epping.

Essex & Suffolk Water reports a 7% fall in demand since its Temporary Use Ban began on August 3, but drought continues with reservoirs at 46% capacity.

Old Road in Harlow, Essex, will close for up to 18 months from October 19 in an Essex County Council trial to tackle rat-running; residents can comment.

Crash between Enfield and Potters Bar and car fire at South Mimms close lanes, causing two-mile anticlockwise queues and disruption.

Essex Police commended schoolteacher Nicole Presland and brothers Ben and Dan Thompson for saving a woman in distress on a Braiswick bridge over the A12.

Community heroes in Colchester have been celebrated for their kindness, generosity and everyday acts of support.

Colchester GP trainees took part in team-building activities to improve communication and teamwork.

School in Harlow closed on September 28 after a water issue caused flooding, with pupils told to stay home and no remote learning provided.

Fields Farm Shop and Café in East Bergholt has temporarily closed after an overnight burglary, with breakfast and lunch services potentially affected.

48-year-old passenger dies after crash on Chase Side on September 20; another man remains critically ill as Met police appeal for witnesses.

The Royal Oak pub in Great Stambridge, near Rochford, has temporarily closed, with hopes it will soon reopen under new ownership once again.

Greater Anglia trains face delays in Essex after a signalling fault between Chelmsford and Beaulieu Park disrupts services on September 28.

A12 Chelmsford Bypass closed at Junction 15 after car and van crash, causing delays of up to 50 minutes and diversions in both directions.

A long-awaited resurfacing scheme has finally been completed on Rowhedge Road.

Colchester Council says its 82ft Christmas Ferris wheel will not return to St Nicholas Square this year, with a new themed city-centre attraction planned.

Peter Shilton urges gambling addicts to seek help as Shilton’s Silverlining raises £5,686 at Walton fundraiser for charity addiction support and awareness.

David Thompson, 64, of Aldham, purchased Mill Race Garden Centre in November after it closed the previous summer and was listed for sale at £2.5 million.

Police have renewed their appeal for a missing Harlow woman who has not been seen for more than two weeks.

A University of Essex playwright's new play about migrant care workers is opening in Colchester.

With the exciting Banksy artworks exhibition coming up next month, The Minories Creative Director Emma Howe is sharing a column on what art lovers can expect from it.

Shoplifting arrests have risen 70 per cent across Essex in five years.