Essex faces an increased risk of colder spells later this winter as record-breaking El Niño brings wetter, stormier autumn weather, says the Met Office.

Greater Anglia warns of delays after overrunning engineering works block lines between Shenfield and Romford, affecting Essex routes until Sunday, October 4.

Colchester's 10-16 Vineyard Street, a fully let mixed-use building with shops and five flats, goes to auction on October 8, generating £67,302 a year.

High-paid jobs around Colchester include financial, technology, construction and sales roles paying up to £85,000, plus SumUp's six-figure commission potential.

Roger Buston retired as a councillor in May, but has said that local residents continue to share their concerns with him. He was first elected to the post of councillor 26 years ago.

A charity has stopped 18 people becoming homeless and supported hundreds of rough sleepers.

Located in the Braintree district of Essex, Halstead sits along the River Colne, and has a rich history and tight-knit community.

A developer has provided an update on the second restaurant set to open in Colchester city centre at the former M&S building.

Jet2 launches 23,000 Christmas market flights from London Stansted for winter 2027/28, with Krakow, Prague, Vienna and Strasbourg routes.

Essex County Council raises drainage concerns over a proposed padel club at the £65m Tollgate Village Two development, seeking flood and water-quality tests.

Ahead of Hospice Care Week 2026, St Helena Hospice patient John Gallant praises brilliant care as Colchester staff share their rewarding palliative care work.

Discover why Borley, Essex, is famed as one of England’s most haunted places, from Borley Rectory and Harry Price to ghostly nuns and disputed claims.

A Witham teenager has landed her dream job despite being told she would “never ever” succeed in her chosen field.

Chelmsford police arrest 48-year-old wanted over domestic abuse offences on September 26 during operation targeting drink and drug drivers, with 17 arrests.

A12 crash closes Essex road between J18 Danbury and J19 Boreham, with queues and delays in both directions.

Man arrested after car crashes into house in Waltham Abbey, Essex, on October 2. Police suspect drink or drug driving; two people receive hospital treatment.

Essex Police arrest a driver on suspicion of drink-driving after stopping a car driven without a tyre in Chelmsford; vehicle banned until repaired for safety.

Emergency crews attended a vehicle and trailer crash on Collingwood Road, Witham, causing traffic disruption near the Newland Street junction.

Joshua Kerry, accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe, is charged with preparing terrorist acts linked to an alleged plot against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

Chelmsford crash causes delays on A1099 Victoria Road and New Street after a collision partially blocks the Wheatsheaf traffic lights junction in Essex.

Cosmina Mirza, a 2024 film school graduate, first visited the airfield in June after being invited one of the club's farewell gatherings.

The Revved Up Tea Bar, on Walton High Street, has been a favourite with bikers from across England since opening in 2012.

Discover five Colchester events this week, including Bobby Davro, The Freestylers, Box River Junction, Colchester Comedian of the Year final and Lightstreams.

Colchester Castle has announced its festive line-up of Christmas events for December.

There are heavy delays as emergency services attend a crash on the A127

A12 crash in Essex causes southbound delays after Junction 12 near Mountnessing and Shenfield, with part of the carriageway blocked.

Leigh-on-Sea residents told not to be alarmed on October 5 as HM Coastguard and Essex Fire hold a joint mud rescue training exercise.

A127 crash in Essex causes delays eastbound between Fairglen Interchange and Rayleigh Weir, with part of the road blocked and slow traffic reported.

Dramatic photos show an accidental workshop fire in Little Walden, near Saffron Walden, tackled by six engines and crews from Essex, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.

Leisure World Colchester is offering 15 per cent off annual memberships in a new October campaign.

Indianapolis Colts arrive at London Stansted Airport ahead of their NFL clash with the Washington Commanders at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this weekend.

B1018 Collingwood Road in Witham, Essex, is closed in both directions after a van and car crash at Newland Street. Drivers urged to use alternative routes.

Essex father and son Ben and Shane Chambers jailed for 7 years and 10 years 9 months after masked ammonia, machete and stabbing attack over fly-tipping.

The Great British Schools Guide identified the 10 hardest-to-access primary schools in the county.

The Meffs, Essex punk-rock duo Lily Hopkins and Lewis Copsey, celebrate as new album Business reaches number one on the UK Independent Album Breakers Chart.

Ahead of Hospice Care Week 2026, the Gazette visited St Helena Hospice. Opened in 1985, the hospice supports people with life-limiting illnesses across Colchester and the surrounding area, at home and in its inpatient unit.

Engineer Chas Bazeley launches his poetry book, Ode To Be In England, featuring humorous and controversial verse, on October 10 at Geedon Gallery.

A Mersea Island rowing club completed a 21-mile Loch Ness challenge in winds reaching 30 miles per hour.

Wivenhoe near Colchester is praised by The Telegraph as an Essex hidden gem, with a historic waterfront, wildlife, River Colne and direct London rail links.

Essex Recovery Trust supports 2,000 people recovering from drug and alcohol addiction, tackling loneliness and stigma through community, training and events.

Essex Police are searching for missing 65-year-old Bilsev Hussein, last seen in Colchester on October 2 carrying a red walking stick. Contact police on 101.

Essex Police warn of UK scam calls offering jobs and asking victims to add callers on WhatsApp, harvesting personal and bank details from victims.

Residents have voiced growing concern over a water leak in a Southend street, with frustrations that 'nobody is listening'

M25 closed anti-clockwise before junction 25 for Enfield after a multi-vehicle crash in Holmesdale Tunnel, causing 66-minute delays.

A12 congestion: northbound obstruction between junctions 23 Kelvedon and 22 Witham North causes queues back to junction 21. Allow extra journey time.

A Colchester man admitted driving "erratically" while under the influence of cocaine.

A popular Colchester cat café will close at the end of this month.

Irish singer Ronan Keating is heading to Colchester next year.

A resident is calling for Colchester Council to clamp down on abandoned supermarket trolleys.

Clacton man Edward Langstone died after being hit by multiple vehicles on the A120 near Coggeshall on January 3, 2026, an inquest has ruled.