Gazette News

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Tributes paid to 'forever missed' Essex schoolboy as murder probe launched
Tributes have been left for a 12-year-old Essex schoolboy who was tragically killed following a collision on Ashwells Road in Brentwood this past weekend.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:33:56 +0100
Severe delays after crash involving lorry and car on busy route
Drivers are facing severe delays on the A120 near Coggeshall in Essex following a crash between a lorry and a car.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0100
Why this historic corner of Essex is the perfect day trip
Waltham Abbey, a market town with an 800-year-old charter, combines heritage, culture and outdoor adventure.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0100
Invasive plant hotspots in Essex as incorrect disposal could land you a hefty fine
UK homeowners could land themselves in legal trouble if they incorrectly dispose of the invasive Japanese knotweed, including a fine or prison time.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:52:03 +0100
Live updates as overturned lorry AND crash cause severe delays on M11
An overturned lorry and a crash on the M11 is causing severe delays to drivers near to the M25 in Essex.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:45:00 +0100
Wildlife park announces arrival of endangered animal
Jimmy’s Farm and Wildlife Park, found between Manningtree and Ipswich, has welcomed the laying of a rare pancake tortoise egg.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:34:05 +0100
Overturned lorry on major Essex road causing severe delays for morning commuters
A lorry has overturned on the entry to the M11 from the M25 at Junction 27. Delays building and queues beginning to form.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:35:00 +0100
Met launches inquiry into alleged historic exploitation as football owner steps down
Police appeal for victims to come forward after allegations have been published about former West Ham owner David Sullivan.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:25:00 +0100
Zelensky appeals after Reform UK replaces Ukrainian flags with Union flags
Ukrainian President, Volodymr Zelensky, has issued an appeal to English councils who removed the Ukrainian flag. Essex County Council one of those councils.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:37:00 +0100
Green light for indoor padel courts at vacant Colchester unit
A vacant commercial unit will be transformed into an indoor padel sports facility after plans were given the green light by the council.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Woman robbed man in terrifying 4am attack after propositioning him for sex
Louise Power, 48, approached the man after he left a city centre bar at 4am while an accomplice, Pearl Draper, 50, watched from nearby.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inspiring nature enthusiast, 7, set to get all 44 Beavers badges in two years
A seven-year-old nature enthusiast who idolises David Attenborough is set to earn every single badge available – almost 50 badges – in Beavers in just two years.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:23:56 +0100
Essex school to feature on documentary with Sir Gareth Southgate TONIGHT
The Bromfords school, Wickford will feature on a documentary with former England manager Sir Gareth Southgate.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:03:42 +0100
Drewitt-Barlows remain on remand after plea hearing delayed by two weeks
Barrie Drewitt-Barlow, 58, and Scott Drewitt-Barlow, 31, are accused of sex trafficking offences and have been on remand since they were arrested.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:31 +0100
Delays on busy stretch of A12 due to car fire
A major Essex road is experiencing disruption following a car fire on the A12 near Stratford St Mary.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:41:38 +0100
Further arrest as Essex man charged in counter terror probe into shooting
A man has been arrested as a man from Great Dunmow has been charged in a counter terrorism investigation.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:51:47 +0100
Travellers on Hilly Fields say: 'Our way of life is getting harder and harder'
The Loveridge family arrived in Hilly Fields, next to Colchester Institute, on Sunday in about 20 caravans.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:28:51 +0100
ALL lanes stopped on M25 after multi-vehicle crash and fuel spillage
All lanes have been stopped on the M25 near Waltham Abbey after a multi vehicle crash and fuel spillage.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:01:40 +0100
Seafront road BLOCKED due to crash
Marine Parade West in Clacton is experiencing disruption following a crash near Collingwood Road.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Urgent repairs set to begin on sections of Essex coastal defences
Urgent repairs are set to begin on sections of coastal defences in Tendring. Specialist contractors have been appointed to carry out the works in Dovercourt.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Caravan site launches appeal after council slams plans for 'visually dominant' sign
Fen Farm Caravan Site, in Moore Lane, East Mersea, submitted a planning application for advertising consent to the authority back in January.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Popular Essex festival cancelled due to low ticket sales
A popular Chelmsford food and music festival will not go ahead next year due to costs "through the roof."

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Belgian Malinois bit two people after escaping its owner, court heard
A man whose dog escaped his control and bit two people said he had previously walked it 1,000 times with no issue.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:59:58 +0100
ACL Essex highlights support available for unpaid carers during Carers Week
Adult learning provider ACL Essex is highlighting support available to unpaid carers during Carers Week.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:45:19 +0100
Leader of Essex County Council pens letter following murder of Essex teenager
A murder case has sparked questions over public trust in policing as the leader of Essex County Council has written a letter

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:40:00 +0100
Update as man charged with Essex attempted murder appears in court
A man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court today charged with attempted murder in Chelmsford.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0100
Major delays on M25 due to lorry crash
The QE2 bridge on the M25 is facing major delays due to a lorry crash causing tailbacks into Essex.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:57:00 +0100
Murder investigation launched after boy, 12, dies
A murder investigation has been launched after a 12-year-old boy died in a suspected collision with a vehicle in Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:46:03 +0100
Chelmsford students ask parliament for CPR kit funding
Students from Beaulieu Park School in Chelmsford have visited parliament asking for funding to support CPR training in schools.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0100
Council could seek legal action against illegal traveller site on nature reserve
Colchester Council could take legal action against a group of travellers who have illegally set up site at Hilly Fields Nature Reserve.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:30:00 +0100
Drivers to be hit with multiple A12 closures this week
A series of overnight closures is planned on the northbound A12 this week, affecting junctions between Chelmsford, Witham, Kelvedon and Colchester.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:20:00 +0100
Road near busy nature reserve BLOCKED due to crash
Wrabness Road near Wrabness Nature Reserve is currently blocked due to a crash.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:35:00 +0100
Number of travellers pitch up on beauty spot
An illegal traveller site has been spotted on a beauty spot in Colchester, raising fresh concerns about public safety and land use.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0100
New TV doc tonight to explore 'fresh evidence' in notorious Essex murder case
Fresh evidence in the notorious case of Jeremy Bamber who was convicted for the 1985 White House Farm killings is set for scrutiny in a new documentary.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:09:29 +0100
Boat restoration project in Brightlingsea seeks new apprentices
The Pioneer Sailing Trust is recruiting two new apprentices to work in Brightlingsea helping to save a part of the UK's maritime heritage.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Much-loved zoo welcomes birth of endangered species
A highly endangered cherry-crowned Mangabey has been born at Colchester Zoo.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:40:00 +0100
Thousands of Essex patient records taken in NHS cyber attack
Thousands of patient records were compromised in a cyber attack linked to a major NHS data breach, Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust has confirmed.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Pub next to Stansted Airport once visited by royalty is up for sale at £600k
A historic pub next to Stansted Airport once frequented by royalty and notorious highwayman Dick Turpin has been put up for sale.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:26:54 +0100
Have your say on plans for 145 new homes in Eight Ash Green
Bellway has launched a consultation on plans to build 145 homes in Eight Ash Green, Colchester.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:15:47 +0100
Colchester care home to hold open day as part of Care Home Open Week
The Oaks Care Home in Colchester is inviting visitors to drop in for a day of tea, cake and conversation during Care Home Open Week.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:06:33 +0100
Two Colchester businesses celebrated at Downing Street reception
Two Colchester businesses were celebrated at a reception in Downing Street for their outstanding achievements.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
In pictures - history lovers turn out for Colchester's Roman and Medieval Festival
The annual Roman and Medieval Festival took place in Lower Castle Park across the weekend.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0100
The aircraft set to roar over Essex for the King's birthday flypast this week
Here is a round-up of the aircrafts you may see roar over the skies of Essex for King Charles III's birthday flypast on June 13.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:10:00 +0100
New route to holiday hotspot launching at Stansted Airport this month
A new route to the Turkish Riviera will launch this month from Stansted Airport.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:08:31 +0100
21-gun salute to mark King’s official birthday in Essex town
Gunners and musicians are joining forces in Lower Castle Park, Colchester to celebrate the King's official birthday.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:49:16 +0100
Packed summer of cultural events planned across Essex
Essex Summer of Culture and Heritage will feature a range of events to highlight the county's arts and heritage scene.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:09:05 +0100
Colchester school calls on businesses to support grand raffle at summer fair
St John's Green Primary School in Colchester is calling on businesses to support the grand raffle at their summer fair.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0100
Person 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 +0100
New 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 +0100
Man 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.

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