Essex news

• 'Vulnerable' pedestrian killed in suspected hit and run on A120, police confirm

  03-01-2026 22:23
  
  Police say a burned-out van was found on the westbound carriageway near Watery Lane – about three miles west from where the man was hit.
  
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• Meet the heroic Tiptree lifesaver honoured alongside his identical twin

  03-01-2026 18:00
  
  A MAN who has saved countless lives says "it is lovely" to be recognised alongside his identical twin brother in the New Year Honours list.
  
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• Listed - Every person in Essex awarded in King's New Year Honours list

  03-01-2026 18:00
  
  A group of 31 Essex residents have been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours list for their service and charitable contributions.
  
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• Football team to reunite 40 years after historic back-to-back league wins

  03-01-2026 18:00
  
  Braintree Town FC is holding its first reunion in 40 years to celebrate two title wins in the 1980s.
  
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• Darts shop applies for drinks licence to become 'social hub'

  03-01-2026 18:00
  
  The owners wanted to create a space and social hub for Colchester.
  
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• A day in the life of a crime and court reporter, and why the role is a privilege

  03-01-2026 18:00
  
  Being a reporter for a local newspaper can involve meeting some incredible people, and crossing swords with some less than savoury characters
  
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• Thousands of unique items will be available at this Colchester jumble sale

  03-01-2026 13:00
  
  The Great Arts Centre Jumble Sale, at Colchester Arts Centre, in Church Street, will be back on January 4.
  
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• This Essex industrial estate unit is up for sale for more than £5million

  03-01-2026 13:00
  
  Unit one Quayside Industrial Estate, in Bates Road, Heybridge, has been listed on Rightmove by property firm Kemsley LLP Property Consultants.
  
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• Here's how you can visit Colchester Zoo for as little as £10

  03-01-2026 13:00
  
  Colchester Zoo is bringing back its Winter Blues sale from January 5 to February 13.
  
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• Birch Grove Golf Club continue to support charity with generous donation

  03-01-2026 13:00
  
  Birch Grove Golf Club in Colchester are continuing to support a number of charities including St Helena Hospice with another generous donation.
  
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• A120 crash: police appeal for information after man dies on A120

  03-01-2026 13:00
  
  Police have confirmed a pedestrian has died following a collision on the A120. The incident is being treated as a suspected hit and run.
  
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• A120 crash: live updates after serious incident on Coggeshall bypass

  03-01-2026 13:00
  
  The A120 Coggeshall bypass is closed in both directions after there was a serious crash at about 7am on Saturday morning.
  
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• Police close A120 after serious crash between Colchester and Braintree

  03-01-2026 11:48
  
  The incident took place on the Coggeshall bypass between West Street and Colchester Road at about 7am this morning.
  
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• Police search for 'extremely vulnerable' 90-year-old woman missing in Essex

  03-01-2026 11:32
  
  Police say Marie Hutchinson, 90, was last seen wearing dark-coloured trousers and a blue jacket over a peach jumper.
  
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• Police launch appeal for 'extremely vulnerable' 90-year-old woman who is missing

  03-01-2026 11:32
  
  Police say Marie Hutchinson, 90, was last seen wearing dark-coloured trousers and a blue jacket over a peach jumper.
  
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• Visit Essex unveils festivals, food and new attractions launching in 2026

  03-01-2026 06:00
  
  Highlights include a new city festival, luxury short breaks and the celebration of a major sporting milestone.
  
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• Roads policing boss says Essex roads need upgrades to meet 'demand and pressure'

  03-01-2026 06:00
  
  A roads policing boss has said Essex needs infrastructure which is fit for purpose as more pressure on major roads is starting to “suck the life” out of traffic teams.
  
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• First units of £65million Tollgate Village site available from next month

  03-01-2026 06:00
  
  Judds Place is a new business park off Tollgate West, opposite the Currys retail unit.
  
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• Colchester Council defends itself over claims nightlife economy is given no support

  03-01-2026 06:00
  
  Colchester Council defended its strategy saying work is constantly being done to improve the city and drive punters in.
  
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• Behind the scenes at Harwich's Funnelwick Limb as 1,500 children see festive show

  03-01-2026 06:00
  
  Nina said theatre is a place where children and adults are equal at school.
  
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• Abandoned forts off Essex coast are among Britain’s most 'underrated' spots to visit

  03-01-2026 06:00
  
  The Telegraph has rounded up its picks of Britain’s 10 most underrated places to visit in 2026.
  
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