Essex news

• Popular children's reading and drama classes to become franchises across Essex

  26-01-2026 18:00
  
  Storytelling classes which build children’s confidence and love of reading are becoming a franchise and expanding across Essex.
  
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• Police and fire precepts to increase in bid to make Essex safer

  26-01-2026 18:00
  
  Budget proposals have been put forward in Essex as part of plans to keep the county safe and secure.
  
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• Family-run Essex café which has earned national praise for 'crowd-pleasing food'

  26-01-2026 18:00
  
  Maldon’s Tin Roof Café has been given a glowing write-up with The Guardian describing it as “not-so-hidden gem”.
  
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• Council boss provides update on empty Debenhams building in Colchester city centre

  26-01-2026 18:00
  
  It has been four years and eight months since Debenhams, in Culver Street West and Culver Square, closed its doors for good.
  
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• Colchester Half Marathon looking for vital volunteers who can 'make memories'

  26-01-2026 18:00
  
  There are numerous roles which can be done as a team or individually.
  
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• Boost for Colchester train travellers with long-awaited station upgrades

  26-01-2026 18:00
  
  New investment at Colchester Railway Station in North Station Road is bringing more independence to passengers, Colchester’s MP confirmed.
  
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• Major disruption on trains to London Stansted Airport as points failure in Essex

  26-01-2026 17:19
  
  Passengers travelling between London and Stansted Airport are facing significant disruption following a points failure in Essex.
  
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• 47-year-old to stand trial accused of sexual assault at Trilogy nightclub

  26-01-2026 17:16
  
  Danijel Grmoja, 47, is alleged to have committed the offence in the smoking area of Trilogy nightclub in March last year.
  
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• A12 Colchester-bound blocked after crash causing severe traffic delays in Essex

  26-01-2026 16:20
  
  A12 Colchester-bound traffic is currently blocked between Junction 27 (A133) and Junction 28 (A134) following a collision.
  
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• Man charged for 'possessing cocaine with intent to supply' in Essex

  26-01-2026 16:10
  
  Cambridge man has been sent to crown court accused of possessing cocaine with intent to supply in Rayne.
  
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• Listed: The UK High street brands that have disappeared from Essex in 2026

  26-01-2026 15:00
  
  Retail landscape in Essex underwent significant change in 2025 as several well-known national brands were dramatically reshaped
  
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• Man sexually assaulted woman in train toilet

  26-01-2026 14:59 via bbc.com
  Police say Daniel Odubanjo forced himself into the toilet, before the victim screamed for help.
  
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• Men stuck on sand banks in the sea rescued

  26-01-2026 13:40 via bbc.com
  The men were 10 minutes away from being completely submerged by the rising tide, say police.
  
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• Pato consortium interested in Colchester takeover

  26-01-2026 13:17 via bbc.com
  Former AC Milan and Brazil forward Alexandre Pato is a member of a consortium interested in taking over Colchester United.
  
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• What is B Corp corporate certificate and why is it worth it for businesses?

  26-01-2026 13:00
  
  An Essex company which went through the ‘incredibly rigorous’ process to earn a coveted corporate certificate has shared why it was worth it.
  
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• Live updates: former AC Milan footballer in talks to takeover Colchester United

  26-01-2026 12:35
  
  FORMER AC Milan striker and Brazil international Alexandre Pato has held provisional talks regarding a stunning potential takeover at Colchester United.
  
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• Watch:Five-year-old puppy leaps for joy after being reunited with owner in Essex

  26-01-2026 12:29
  
  A Pomsky couldn’t contain his excitement after his owner returned home following nearly a month apart.
  
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• Storm Chandra named as strong rain and gusty winds to hit UK– warnings for Essex

  26-01-2026 12:17
  
  Parts of Essex are set to see periods of heavy rain and gusty winds, particularly during the early hours of Tuesday.
  
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• Met Office say Storm Chandra to bring strong rain and winds to South-East England

  26-01-2026 12:17
  
  Parts of Essex are set to see periods of heavy rain and gusty winds, particularly during the early hours of Tuesday.
  
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• Colchester cruise company raised £35k for cancer charity in 2025

  26-01-2026 11:00
  
  ROL Cruise in Colchester raised £35,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support throughout 2025.
  
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• Future health workers say they are committed to the NHS

  26-01-2026 07:55 via bbc.com
  Students set to start careers in the NHS are committed to the service despite its challenges.
  
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• Police chief 'not complacent' after criticism

  26-01-2026 07:41 via bbc.com
  Ch Insp Paul Hogben hits back at claims his officers are not tackling anti-social behaviour.
  
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• Doctors are leaving to work in Australia, GP warns

  26-01-2026 07:39 via bbc.com
  Many medical professionals are burned out and traumatised, says the Essex-based doctor.
  
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• Gigs planned to celebrate independent venues

  26-01-2026 07:18 via bbc.com
  The week-long event's organiser says it is very important to "preserve and celebrate" these spaces.
  
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• Plans to cut number of police forces 'distressing and triggering'

  26-01-2026 07:08 via bbc.com
  The government plans to radically reduce the number of police forces in England and Wales.
  
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• Updated plans published for more than major housing development near the A12

  26-01-2026 06:00
  
  The land north of Wyvern Farm covers an area between Stanway and Copford, which was previously arable farmland, stretching from north of London Road to the A12.
  
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• Updated plans published for major housing development near the A12

  26-01-2026 06:00
  
  The land north of Wyvern Farm covers an area between Stanway and Copford, which was previously arable farmland, stretching from north of London Road to the A12.
  
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• Nurse agrees to be struck-off after alleged 'white scum' Facebook comment

  26-01-2026 06:00
  
  It is alleged she had made racist comments on social media including “white scum” and “white trash”.
  
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• Nurse agrees to be removed from register after alleged 'white scum' Facebook comment

  26-01-2026 06:00
  
  It is alleged she had made racist comments on social media including “white scum” and “white trash”.
  
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• Essex blind baker to offer wedding cake services to happy couples

  26-01-2026 06:00
  
  Annie's Cake Creations opened for business in 2022, and is now offering wedding cakes to happy couples.
  
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