Actual Radio

The King’s Birthday Honours list has been revealed for 2026 and Mersea resident Enola Wright has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to the Insulinoma community.

Kim Watson, 61, of Colchester, has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to grassroots netball in East Anglia in the King's Birthday Honours.

Michelle Ageymang and Dame Hellen Mirren are among the many Essex residents who are in the King's Birthday Honours List 2026.

Two Essex neighbourhoods have been revealed among the latest winners in the Postcode Lottery.

A major police operation has led to 29 arrests and the seizure of 36 vehicles in a major police operation.

Drivers into Essex are being urged to follow a diversion route after a major motorway closure on the M11 southbound.

The offences were alleged to have been committed in March 2022 when Cole was a teenager.

The contract for an asylum hotel in Epping has been terminated following months of controversy around its use.

Rugby league great Kevin Sinfield, actress Dame Helen Mirren and six of the European Championship-winning Lionesses lead the King’s Birthday Honours.

David Hockney, one of the most celebrated and influential British artists of modern times, has died aged 88.

Mexico’s misery in World Cup opening games was finally ended as they secured a 2-0 win over South Africa at the Estadio Azteca in a match featuring three red cards.

British rock band Razorlight have announced a tour with dates across the UK and Ireland to mark 20 years since the release of their eponymous hit album.

A devoted Colchester netball volunteer who has spent nearly 20 years growing the grassroots game has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.

Former Colchester United duo join National League South side

Colcheter United supporters have their say on failed takeover bid

The Essex city of Chelmsford was given a surprise mention during ITV's broadcast of the World Cup opening ceremony yesterday.