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New pet awards launched to celebrate Colchester's 'unsung heroes'
The Colchester Pet Awards are celebrating the life-changing impact of animals and the people who care for them.
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Drivers facing long delays on busy stretch of A120
Drivers are facing long delays on the A120 with a lane closure in place.
Large cannabis 'factory' with 420 plants found at former Essex pub
Officers uncover a large cannabis grow inside an abandoned pub near New England, as Braintree neighbourhood police seize 420 plants in a rural drugs operation.
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Long-standing County Hall flag replaced after Reform election win
Essex County Council has made a significant change to the flags flown at County Hall after Reform UK’s election victory.
Cancellations after person hit by train with Essex commuters facing disruption
Greater Anglia trains between Essex and London are currently affected due to a person being hit by a train.
Super rare ancient coins discovered in Essex land
Two more ancient coins have been discovered at the original site of the Great Baddow Hoard, Essex.
Lorry driver hospitalised in crash causing major delays
Long delays have built up on a major route following a collision where a lorry driver has been taken to hospital.
Shop in Witham closed after selling illegal tobacco and vapes to children
A shop that sold illegal tobacco and vapes to children has been closed down for three months by Braintree District Council.
High Court injunction issued after unauthorised traveller site built
An injunction has been issued for Willows Green, near Felsted, after the site was 'taken over' by travellers without permission.
'Crash' causing long delays on MAJOR Essex route
Long delays have built up on a major Essex route following a reported collision on the M11 Southbound.
Drivers facing MILES of congestion on major Essex route
Miles of congestion have built up on the A12 at Copdock Interchange following an incident that has caused significant disruption for drivers.
Murderer who brutally killed elderly wife of 30 years dies in prison
John Chapman who brutally murdered his wife, Jean in 2017 has died eight years after her death in prison.
Appeal to find man in connection to 'serious' sexual assault on estate footpath
Essex Police have launched an appeal to find a man wanted in connection to a 'serious' sexual assault in the Greenstead area of Colchester on May 4.
Meet the Essex-born property tycoon named in Sunday Times Rich List
Jon Hunt, the founder of property agents Foxtons, is a billionaire born in Colchester, Essex. Hunt was recently named on the Sunday Times Rich List.
How this Essex billionaire duo became among richest in the UK
Owners of Matchroom Sport, Barry and Eddie Hearn have been named on the Sunday Times Rich List for 2026.
Homes Under the Hammer star with Essex auction house dies aged 79
Clive Emson, best known for his appearances on Homes Under the Hammer, died peacefully aged 79 on Wednesday.
18 drivers arrested on suspicion of drink and drug offences in ONE day
21 drivers in have been arrested in one day in Chelmsford with 18 relating to drink and drug driving as part of a crackdown.
Councillor will be 'hugely missed' after announcement of his death
Uttlesford Council has announced the death of serving councillor for Great Dunmow North, Alexander Armstrong.
How collaboration is helping power grid upgrades and support communities
Balfour Beatty is delivering essential electricity infrastructure and supporting communities along the route of National Grid’s Bramford to Twinstead project.
Essex mental health service extends support for families after baby loss
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is extending its support to families experiencing baby loss.