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A127 crash closes eastbound Southend Arterial Road at M25 Junction 29, causing delays towards Romford, Basildon and South Essex.

Chelmsford drivers face continued disruption as diversions remain until early next week after Essex & Suffolk Water repairs a road leak.

Essex council workers raised the alarm after a live power cable fell in a Theydon Mount field, sparking a fire risk. UK Power Networks urges caution around it.

Upminster takeaway Kaani Kaana wins Essex and National Takeaway of the Year at the 2026 Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards.

Appeal approved for two gypsy and traveller pitches near Coggeshall Road, Colchester, after inspector rejected highway safety concerns and awarded costs.

Katie Pugh volunteers for UK-registered Barking Mad Dog Rescue

Essex Police has unveiled its newest station in Dovercourt — the first police building built in Essex in 17 years.

Essex Highways will install CCTV after workers faced abuse during Dovercourt’s £9m town centre regeneration.

Sir Ian McKellen will star in the European premiere of a mixed-reality theatre production in Manchester this year, with audiences watching pre-recorded videos of the actors onstage.

The Prince of Wales played cricket on The Mall with England and India stars to celebrate Mumbai hosting his Earthshot Prize.

England have handed teenager Thomas Rew his first international call-up for next month’s T20 series against Australia, with uncapped seamer Eddie Jack also included.

Inmates cheered and punched the air as they were released early from jail as the second phase of a scheme to free up prison places began.

Colchester United see off Maldon & Tiptree 2-0 in the BBC Essex Senior Cup

Colchester United beat Maldon & Tiptree in Essex Senior Cup

Supporters have every right to criticise and question their club, but abusive chanting aimed at Colchester United owner Robbie Cowling crossed a line

Colchester Rugby Club enjoyed a stirring 26-17 victory over Henley Hawks