Step back in time with us as we celebrate 139 incredible years of Hatfields Furniture & Interiors. Our story began in 1886 in a modest front room on St John’s Street, Colchester. What started as a small family venture has grown into one of East...

Steven Southgate, 53, told his victim he would stab her, suffocate her, and throw acid over her in a series of threats which were made out of "pure malice”.

The most recent inspection took place on October 27 with the inspector saying Ofsted did not meet all its requirements for registration.

A site which has permission for 20 homes and plans for the renovation of a Grade II Listed building in Colchester is up for sale.

Essex seafronts could be in line for flooding in line with the predicted weather forecast and high tides.

Firstsite is gearing up for the Christmas season with a packed line-up of creative activities.

As work is underway to restore a church in the heart of Colchester, we are taking a look back at one of the city’s most popular streets.

Here are the latest planning applications at Colchester Council.

We have put together some of the most notable road closures coming up across north and mid Essex in the coming weeks.

A woman from Clacton who stole alcohol to fund her drugs habit has been handed a lifeline by magistrates.

Here is a list of markets and fairs over the next four weeks.

Packaging company Sadlers has analysed the government's local authority collected waste management annual results between 2023 and 2024.

A unique Indian restaurant offering exciting new flavours said Colchester has “been so welcoming” in its first year and a half of business.

The business is also applying to keep an extra two goods vehicles, with no trailers, at Silverton Aggregates in Haven Road in Colchester.

There will be friendly advice, practical tips, and some free goodies to take home – including energy-saving items.

The Robin Cancer Trust, based in Essex, is urging people to take part in the Virtual Big Ballsy Challenge to raise awareness of testicular cancer.

“I’m so passionate that every small business can use digital channels to grow their business and reach their goals and I’m delighted to play a small part in supporting them.”

Roach Vale Primary School in Colchester are continuing to put the emotional needs of children first with a new centre.

Author Ken Rickwood has released a book exploring the rich history of Colchester's chimneys.

Colchester Council is looking ahead as a draft plan for future development in and around the city has been agreed on.

Here are the biggest Christmas Lights and Essex Lights Shows happening across the county this festive season!

There are many different new routes Gazette readers want to see added as options for Stansted Airport, including Jersey and Inverness.

TikTok user @mohibsheraz, who has 1.5 million followers on the social media platform, shared a video in Colchester of him trying out Big Juicy Burgers.

We went to try food put on by an outside catering company who provide a range of food and we weren't disappointed.

A Suffolk village in the heart of Constable Country, just 10 miles from Colchester has been named among the best places to live in the UK.

Here are the latest cases heard at North Essex Magistrates Court.

A COLCHESTER councillor is “extremely disappointed” in the council as she feels she did not receive enough support for an upcoming event and almost had to cancel it as a result.

The New Homes Group, which has its headquarters in Peartree Road, announced a special event next week in support of Little Lifts.

The Lexden Crown pub in Colchester is hosting a special speed dating event for singles aged between 30 and 50.

A unique family home overlooking a lush green space in Colchester has hit the market.

A teenage boy has been left with serious injuries after being hit by a car in Essex.

The kitchen of an Essex home has been left with smoke and fire damage after a pan caught alight.

A motorcyclist hit by a car in Essex says he is lucky to be alive after being left with serious injuries.

After it was announced BonCulina, a food supply company in Colchester had gone into administration, we looked at the history of the business.

On the programme will be Crown Imperial by Walton and Fantasia on Greensleeves by Vaughan Williams.

Brightlingsea's Late Night Shopping event is returning with the 'biggest event yet'.

Arts stalwart Ben Howard takes us through five great events to enjoy in Colchester in the coming week.

If you’re looking for a traditional country pub mixed with a family friendly restaurant venue, the Duke of Wellington in Hatfield Peverel is a must-visit.

What is the difference between TG Jones and WH Smith? We had a look around its Colchester store to find out.

Spotlight on Burnham-on-Crouch and views on the town from the people who live there.

UK Power Networks has announced their new apprentices as part of their new £6million scheme.

Hold onto your tubs: during last year's panto run, the theatre sold a staggering 13,043 ice creams.

A grey Range Rover smashed into the side of the Tesco Express, in Crouch Street, Colchester, at around 8.30am today.

The Great British Schools Guide (GBSG) has released data to reveal the schools where children are the most well behaved, as rated by parents.

A Grade II listed building in Colchester which has reportedly been empty for around 20 years is set to go under the hammer at auction.

An outside catering business, The Food Station are continuing to succeed with their good quality food at an affordable price.

COLCHESTER is home to several popular independent businesses, with some dating back generations.

The care model is to replicate a family home with structured meals, attendance, homework, and leisure activities.

There is a wide selection of puddings including baked vanilla cheesecake, a British cheese selection, apple and blackberry crumbling, and Christmas pudding.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault on an emergency worker in Colchester following a disturbance.