Essex news

• LIVE: Disruption as woman hit by train at Essex city centre level crossing

  04-12-2025 21:17 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Emergency services are on the scene after a woman has been struck by a train in Colchester.
  
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• LIVE: Disruption as person hit by train at Essex city's level crossing

  04-12-2025 21:17 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Emergency services are on the scene after a person has been struck by a train in Colchester.
  
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• Emergency services at scene of incident after reports of woman being hit by train

  04-12-2025 21:12 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Police and ambulance were the first to arrive at the East Street level crossing where a train was heading from the Hythe towards Colchester North railway station.
  
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• Man arrested and dog removed after five separate reports of dog offences

  04-12-2025 20:57 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A dog has been removed and a man has been arrested in Essex after five separate reports relating to dog offences.
  
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• Dog found dead in Clacton after body washes up on beach

  04-12-2025 19:28 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The dog, which is believed to be a male terrier Jack Russell, was found by a member of the public on Wednesday, November 19.
  
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• Two Colchester restaurants named 'outstanding' in best UK restaurants guide

  04-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Two Colchester restaurants have been dubbed outstanding after the Harden's national diners poll was revealed.
  
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• Shopping centre boss says 'glass walkway' for Roman mosaic will bring tourism to city

  04-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A piece of Roman mosaic was discovered back in 2022 by archaeologists who had planned to recover the relic and put it on show.
  
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• Pedestrian was hit by car in fatal accident on A133

  04-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Harvey O’Donnell, 22, was treated at the scene and taken to Colchester Hospital where he died from his injuries the following morning.
  
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• Man, 22, got out of car after argument with dad and was later hit by driver

  04-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Harvey O’Donnell, 22, was treated at the scene and taken to Colchester Hospital where he died from his injuries the following morning.
  
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• Essex University campus closure 'political' says mayoral candidate

  04-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The Green candidate for Essex Mayor has promised to champion opportunities for the county following the closure of a university campus.
  
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• Colchester mum's premature baby denied vital RSV vaccine due to 'gap in policy'

  04-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Colchester mother says a gap in national vaccination policy has left her premature baby vulnerable to serious respiratory illness — despite repeated attempts.
  
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• Essex County Council launches toolkits to tackle underage vaping

  04-12-2025 17:56 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Essex County Council has launched two new toolkits to help tackle the issue of underage vaping.
  
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• Campaign launched for 100 Essex businesses to support young people

  04-12-2025 17:37 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The new 100 in 100 campaign is challenging businesses in Essex to help shape the future workforce.
  
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• Crash on busy Colchester road causes delays

  04-12-2025 16:20 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  B1025 Mersea Road is partially blocked both ways near Berechurch Road due to a collision.
  
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• ROL Cruise donates £10k to mark decade of donating to Poppy Appeal

  04-12-2025 14:50 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  ROL Cruise in Colchester has marked a decade of supporting the Poppy Appeal with a £10,000 donation.
  
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• Essex mayoral candidates react to election postponement

  04-12-2025 13:30 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  CANDIDATES running to be the county's first ever mayor have reacted to the announcement the election has been postponed until 2028.
  
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• A120 slip road to Stansted closed due to multi-vehicle crash

  04-12-2025 13:02 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The A120 eastbound exit slip road to Stansted Airport due to a multi-vehicle collision.
  
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• Government minister confirms Greater Essex mayoral election postponement

  04-12-2025 12:45 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  AN election for a Greater Essex mayor has been delayed until May 2028.
  
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• Did you spot the white halo around the moon in Essex last night?

  04-12-2025 12:18 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Throughout the county, residents eyes were glued to the skies as a glowing white ring formed around the moon last night.
  
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• Petition launched to "remove power to cancel local elections"

  04-12-2025 11:55 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Organised by Dr Chris Barnes, the bid comes after reports that the mayoral elections for Greater Essex could be postponed to 2028.
  
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• Live: reaction to the Essex mayoral election postponement

  04-12-2025 11:39 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  It is believed from reports the postponement is due to be announced at some point today.
  
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• These are the bus services to serve two proposed new bus stops in Colchester

  04-12-2025 11:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Konectbuses and First Bus will service two new bus stops in Stanway, Colchester, it is has been proposed.
  
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• Elmstead Market students get stuck into allotment project

  04-12-2025 11:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Students in Elmstead Market are learning outside the classroom by growing food they hope to cook and sell.
  
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• Essex mayoral elections may be postponed to 2028, according to reports

  04-12-2025 10:41 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  An election for a Greater Essex Mayor could be delayed, national media outlets have reported.
  
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• Essex mayoral election may be postponed to 2028, according to reports

  04-12-2025 10:41 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  An election for a Greater Essex Mayor could be delayed, national media outlets have reported.
  
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• Facial recognition could be expanded as views sought to shape new laws

  04-12-2025 09:30 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Facial recognition could become more frequent in Essex as ministers are seeking to ramp up police use of of the technology to fight crime.
  
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• In pictures: First ever women's charity football team draws large crowds

  04-12-2025 06:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Crowds flocked to the first ever women's charity team's opening game as they raised money for the 'DoItForStu campaign.
  
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• Essex area with rich history named among most 'underrated gems' to visit in UK

  04-12-2025 06:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Travel website KAYAK has revealed a list of the UK’s ignored destinations, revealing 20 domestic spots that Brits "should put on their travel map more".
  
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• Church campaigners looking to bring village landmark back to life make progress

  04-12-2025 06:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Campaigners trying to save a 170-year-old church in a Colchester village have shared a progress update after being granted more time.
  
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• Christmas advent calendar highlighting work of Essex charities underway once again

  04-12-2025 06:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  An initiative which wants to raise the profile of charities across Essex has returned for its second year.
  
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• Braintree crashes cause congestion around the town and A120

  03-12-2025 18:20 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  TWO reported crashes are causing heavy traffic to build up in and around Braintree.
  
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• Northern Lights may be visible in Essex again this week - how and when to see

  03-12-2025 18:11 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The Met Office says that there will be "fast wind from a large coronal hole", as well as a possible "coronal mass ejection, which may enhance the aurora.
  
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• Woman swam 10k for Cancer Research after best friend and husband's cancer battle

  03-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A woman has completed a 10k swim challenge after her friend and husband successfully battled cancer.
  
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• Families in Colchester and Clacton to benefit from train ticket grant

  03-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Families in Colchester and Clacton will benefit from a grant for train tickets.
  
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• Danger signs to look for after reports of fire-starting squirrels in UK homes

  03-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Essex County Fire and Rescue Service has shared danger signs to look out for on electrical items after reports of squirrels causing fires in UK homes.
  
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• City centre road leading to Colchester Castle due to shut for a week due to works

  03-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Museum Street which leads to Colchester Castle is due to close for seven days for works with alternative routes to be put in place.
  
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• Carpenter drove more than twice speed limit in drug-fuelled police chase

  03-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Jay Benham, 33, got behind the wheel of a Vauxhall Astra in Mill Road, Colchester, in May when police realised it was not insured.
  
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• Bar could become mosque and new community centre in Colchester city centre

  03-12-2025 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Controversial plans to transform a former bar in Colchester’s city centre into a place of worship are still up for debate.
  
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• 17 Essex drivers arrested for drink driving offences in one patrol

  03-12-2025 17:45 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Essex roads policing officers were out in Colchester on November 29, patrolling the streets to keep residents safe.
  
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• Former mayor of Colchester supports Compassionate Communities scheme

  03-12-2025 17:06 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Former Colchester mayor Lesley Scott-Boutell is supporting the Compassionate Communities North East Essex scheme.
  
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• Heavy traffic on A12 and A120 near Colchester due to reported incident

  03-12-2025 16:20 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  THERE is heavy traffic on a busy road near Colchester due to an incident.
  
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• Man attacked and left with serious head injury in Essex

  03-12-2025 15:49 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  We want to speak to him in connection with an ongoing investigation into a serious assault in Braintree.
  
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• Popstar Olly Murs drops new Christmas single

  03-12-2025 15:04 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The Essex popstar put out the new Christmas hit, Christmas Starts Tonight, on December 1, and it has already amassed hundreds of thousands of listens.
  
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• Major Essex airport to get its first ever route to country with 'year-round sunshine'

  03-12-2025 14:08 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Jet2 has announced a route from Stansted Airport to Egypt, alongside an offer on holidays to the country.
  
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• First ever route from major Essex airport launching with two 'fantastic destinations'

  03-12-2025 14:08 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Jet2 has announced a route from Stansted Airport to Egypt, alongside an offer on holidays to the country.
  
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• Essex airport to get its first ever route to country with 'year-round sunshine'

  03-12-2025 14:08 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Jet2 has announced a route from Stansted Airport to Egypt, alongside an offer on holidays to the country.
  
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• New bus stops proposed alongside road restrictions for busy Colchester road

  03-12-2025 13:30 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Essex Highways has revealed a traffic regulation order proposal to revoke a ‘no waiting at any time’ order and to implement a ‘no stopping except buses’ restriction in Tollgate Road.
  
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• Huge plot which is home to dog kennel business of 50 years put up for sale

  03-12-2025 13:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A near three acre plot of land which is home to dog kennel business Blackbrook Kennels near Dedham has been listed on the market for £890k.
  
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• City centre plans for five new apartments submitted

  03-12-2025 13:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Plans to convert former offices in Colchester’s city centre into a shop and multiple apartments have been submitted.
  
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• Iconic popstar surprises shoppers with 'mini concert' at Essex shopping centre

  03-12-2025 11:56 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Pop star Jessie J surprised shoppers in Essex with a special set at Lakeside Shopping Centre after her signing at HMV.
  
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