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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.

SpaceX has launched its enormous Starship into orbit for the first time and successfully delivered the most advanced Starlinks yet, but cut the flight short to ensure safety.

Nicola Sturgeon will teach women from around the world how to lead under pressure in a new masterclass launching next year.

New trains could be publicly owned under Great British Railways to reduce costs and “best serve taxpayers”, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said.

John Healey has set out plans to reindustrialise Britain with investment in industry and support for apprenticeships as part of the Government’s search for economic growth.

Ben Perry made a welcome return to action for Colchester Unite

Colchester Rugby Club lost out at Guernsey but claimed bonus point

Colchester United showed plenty of spirit in Shrewsbury Town draw

Tom Westley has stepped down as Essex County Cricket Club captain