Essex news

• A12 Colchester bound blocked after crash causing traffic delays

  15-01-2026 20:36 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Traffic on A12 Colchester bound is partially blocked following a collision between Junction 17 (Howe Green) and Junction 18 (Sandon).
  
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• Robert Jenrick joins Reform UK just hours after being sacked by Tory party

  15-01-2026 18:47 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Robert Jenrick who was formerly a part of Kemi Badenoch's shadow cabinet has joined Reform UK hours after his Tory sacking.
  
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• Police issue update after crash on busy Colchester road

  15-01-2026 18:42 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The police have released an update about the crash that happened in Colchester this evening.
  
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• Man believed to have robbed Essex bank with a gun wanted by police

  15-01-2026 18:35 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A man who is believed to have had a gun when an Essex bank was robbed is wanted by police as they appeal for information.
  
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• Greater Anglia trains disrupted on five routes after lorry hits bridge in Essex

  15-01-2026 18:35 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Emergency services and Network Rail teams have cleared a lorry that struck a railway bridge in the Romford area earlier today.
  
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• A12 lane closure in place due to broken down vehicle with delays building

  15-01-2026 18:14 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  There are currently heavy delays on the A12 due to a broken down vehicle.
  
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• Popular roast caterers bring BBQ and British fare to diners in new venues

  15-01-2026 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Few things hit the spot like a good roast, which Great British Roast Company, based in Halstead, Essex, knows all too well.
  
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• Plans for more than 200 new Colchester homes moving forward with new documents

  15-01-2026 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  New documents have been added to the formed Colchester ABRO site which is at the centre of plans for more than 200 new homes.
  
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• New pedestrian crossing blocked by 'long-term' flooding problem

  15-01-2026 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Traffic lights for a pedestrian crossing were installed by The Maltings student accommodation, completed in 2015.
  
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• New mental health urgent care unit to open in Colchester this summer

  15-01-2026 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is opening a new mental health urgent care unit in Colchester.
  
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• Family run Colchester café bosses expand with stylish wine bar in 1400s venue

  15-01-2026 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A family-run Colchester café and bar has relocated to a historic town-centre building, with plans to expand into evening wine bar.
  
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• Colchester siblings take on half marathon challenge for dog charity

  15-01-2026 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Now they are taking on a running challenge to raise money for a charity close to their hearts.
  
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• Army officer abused responsibility by submitting fake expense claims, court told

  15-01-2026 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Oheneba Sarkodie-Danso forged the statements and lied to investigators by telling them he had kept them as he was planning to start up a business.
  
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• Colchester roads at 'standstill' due to crash on busy road

  15-01-2026 16:59 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Colchester is reportedly at a standstill, with traffic building up on roads throughout the city.
  
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• Man arrested after fatal A120 crash has been ruled out of the investigation

  15-01-2026 16:28 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to the Colchester-bound A120 near Coggeshall on January 3.
  
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• Drivers face delays after crash blocks busy road in Colchester

  15-01-2026 16:08 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Traffic is queueing and the crash was first reported shortly before 3pm.
  
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• Essex could be in line for further snow amid threat of "Beast from the East"

  15-01-2026 15:46 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The UK could be in line for some more snow this month with the threat of the "Beast from the East" moving in.
  
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• Well-loved Labrador dies after 10 years at popular Essex vintage clothes shop

  15-01-2026 15:28 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Best Days Vintage, on Eld Lane, is a vibrant community hub combining a second-hand clothes shop with a music cafe.
  
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• Furry little rodents thriving in Essex after being found in nature reserves

  15-01-2026 15:10 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The nocturnal animals live across Europe, Africa and Asia and get their name from hibernating for six months or more.
  
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• Fleetwood Mac tribute band Brentwood Mac to return to Mersea Island

  15-01-2026 14:58 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Fleetwood Mac tribute band Brentwood Mac will perform at Mersea Island Community Association in April.
  
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• 'Significant pressure' at Essex hospital trust as 'critical incident' declared

  15-01-2026 13:23 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says soaring demand has left its Colchester and Ipswich hospitals under severe strain.
  
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• Further update issued on Colchester crash which left woman with 'serious injuries'

  15-01-2026 13:05 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Emergency services have issued further information regarding a crash between a car and a pedestrian in Colchester which left a woman with serious injuries.
  
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• Social dog walk and storytelling community brings furry family members together

  15-01-2026 13:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A group of dog lovers in Colchester brought their furry family members together for a community dog walk.
  
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• Listed: Planned works on north and mid Essex roads in the next few weeks

  15-01-2026 13:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A number of road closures and restrictions are to be put in place across north and mid Essex over the coming weeks.
  
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• Kings, queens and princesses: Royal visits to Colchester over the years

  15-01-2026 13:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Here are some of the notable visits by members of the Royal Family.
  
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• Colchester's All About Kids Festival calling for acts

  15-01-2026 13:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The festival is interested in bands and musicians, dance schools, dance groups, theatre and drama schools, martial arts clubs, singers, and performers.
  
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• Essex locations being targeted for new stores as part of M&S expansion plans

  15-01-2026 12:51 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Marks & Spencer looking to expand with 500 new stores including 13 locations in Essex they are targeting.
  
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• University of Essex study shows young people think climate education falls short

  15-01-2026 11:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A study from the University of Essex has revealed young people believe climate education is falling short.
  
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• Colchester MP praises Labour crackdown on illegal workers

  15-01-2026 11:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Colchester MP Pam Cox has welcomed the government's tough measures to tackle illegal working.
  
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• Suspected shoplifter arrested in Colchester city centre

  15-01-2026 10:54 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The 23-year-old was arrested after a member of the public raised the alarm.
  
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• As DWP Cold Weather Payments land this 6-digit code can beat AI scammers

  15-01-2026 10:25 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  As the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) sends out another batch of Cold Weather Payments, scammers are launching a stream of AI cyberattacks
  
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• Hot water bottle warning as recall issued due to 'serious fire risk'

  15-01-2026 10:24 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) issued the alert for the hot water bottle, which was listed on TikTok Shop
  
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• Millions of drivers warned they face hefty fines over common roundabout mistake

  15-01-2026 10:21 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A Compare the Market study found six million drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout
  
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• No 1 hit singer of 'The One and Only' to perform at Colchester music venue

  15-01-2026 10:01 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  After more than a decade in Los Angeles, Chesney Hawkes is heading back to the UK.
  
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• How volunteering is connecting energy project with local people

  15-01-2026 10:01 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Community liaison officer Jenny Minnis is building strong links between National Grid and communities from Bramford to Twinstead.
  
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• Woman urges others to come forward as Manningtree paedophile is finally jailed

  15-01-2026 09:25 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A woman whose friend was abused by an Essex paedophile has urged any other victims to 'be brave' and come forward.
  
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• Concern over lack of diet advice on weekends at Essex hospital after woman's death

  15-01-2026 09:06 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Suzanne Pemberton died on September 16, 2024, at Colchester General Hospital from pneumonia and sepsis.
  
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• Son of 80s pop legend believed to have been killed in Essex crash

  15-01-2026 08:25 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  On Tuesday, Essex Police confirmed a motorcyclist in his 30s had died following a crash on the A414, near Bobbingworth, following a police chase of the motorcyclist.
  
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• Teen helped run major drugs line and exploited vulnerable woman in Greenstead

  15-01-2026 06:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Jay Nunn told probation officers in interview he had been earning £2,000 a day as part of the Rocco county line.
  
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• Residents want adequate parking after government announce pavement parking fines

  15-01-2026 06:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Residents want to see councils with powers to fine pavement parkers – but want to see adequate parking options for vehicles.
  
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• Renowned Suffolk and Essex nature writer's archive acquired by British library

  15-01-2026 06:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The collection includes workbooks, index cards, and papers which show his research for his 1969 novel Akenfield.
  
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• 'Relatives would recommend' Colchester care home after recent CQC inspection

  15-01-2026 06:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Stanway Green Lodge, in Stanway Green, provides support to older people, including patients with dementia.
  
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• Plans unveiled for 386 'long-term rental' homes in Colchester Riverside site

  15-01-2026 06:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  The site would be car-free in line with council policy except for blue badge spaces, with cycling facilities and connecting cycling routes being created.
  
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• Clingoe Hill shut overnight for 'safety audit' despite project said to be finished

  14-01-2026 19:31 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Works on Clingoe Hill forced the road to be shut overnight despite the project said to be completed.
  
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• Essex County Council will not call for postponement of 2026 elections

  14-01-2026 19:12 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A letter sent by leader of Essex County Council has confirmed they will not be calling for any postponement of the 2026 elections.
  
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• Essex star to appear on Love Island after wildfires delay filming

  14-01-2026 19:07 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Millie Court, former winner of the show, is set to star on Love Island All Star's new season, which will air on ITVX tomorrow.
  
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• Crash in Colchester involving car and pedestrian leaves woman with 'serious injuries'

  14-01-2026 18:56 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A crash involving a car and a pedestrian in Peartree Road has left a woman with serious injuries.
  
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• St Mary’s School in Colchester appoints new principal

  14-01-2026 18:32 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  St Mary's School in Colchester has appointed a new principal.
  
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• 44-year-old thief jailed after stealing nearly £800 worth of meat from Clacton stores

  14-01-2026 18:25 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  Matthew Jenkins, 44, has been jailed after he stole nearly £800 worth of meat from Aldi and also stole from Boots in Clacton.
  
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• Seriously injured pet duck dumped in Dedham with infected wounds

  14-01-2026 18:00 via gazette-news.co.uk
  
  A pet duck with 'pus-filled wounds' has been saved after it was found abandoned in Dedham.
  
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