The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex has spoken of his sadness following the fatal incident off West Mersea beach.

Former Tottenham Hotspur and England midfielder David Bentley has paid a heartfelt tribute to 11-year-old George Dennis.

Two people have died and a third remains in a serious condition in hospital after several people got into difficulty in Mersea.

Emergency services have restricted access to part of a popular Essex beach after a "tragic" incident on Mersea Island.

A key route in Chelmsford is closed for roadworks today, with a diversion in place via Chelmer Valley Road. Broomfield Road ...

More than a third of Brits save their favourite TV shows and films to watch during long train or plane journeys.

The gripping Irish drama Kin has been confirmed to be returning for a third series leaving fans "excited" for its come back.

Morning showers, early alarms, and coffee over tea have emerged as some of the UK’s most hotly defended daily rituals. According to a new survey of 2,000 Brits, 83% stick rigidly to a morning routine, ...

ESSEX MP Sir Bernard Jenkin has warned the public about the dangers of water after two people drowned off the coast of Mersea Island. The incident happened at about 5.30pm on Wednesday and has also ...

Santander has pledged not to close any more Santander or TSB branches before 2028, offering reassurance to millions of customers after years ...

A penguin chick has hatched at Colchester Zoological Society (CZS). The Humboldt penguin chick was discovered by the Animal Care Team in the early hours of Monday 4th May 2026, becoming the third ...

Large emergency service presence in Mersea last night Air ambulance, ambulances and police all reportedly at the scene Residents told to ...