Colchester City Council1 day agoCould three Essex councils become one?Braintree, Colchester and Tendring council leaders say they make up a "sensible geography" .1 day agoEssex5 days agoParking spaces 'too narrow for modern vehicles'A city is widening spaces in two of its car parks to accommodate larger cars.5 days agoEssex27 Dec 2024Cinema withdrawal from leisure park a 'heartbreak'Locals are disappointed another cinema operator has still not been found after Cineworld dropped out.27 Dec 2024Essex14 Dec 2024Rare breed sheep to aid conservation effortsA flock of Dorset Down has arrived at the park to graze the land during the winter months.14 Dec 2024Essex6 Dec 2024Reducing city speed limit to 20mph a 'no brainer'A council votes in favour of reducing speed limits on many streets in a city to 20mph (32km/h).6 Dec 2024Essex30 Nov 2024Restoration work on historic ceiling approvedRepairs on the Victorian-built Moot Hall is agreed by planners, meaning the work can begin.30 Nov 2024Essex29 Nov 2024City's speed limits could be cut to 20mphA council considers plans to change speed limits on roads "where people live, work, play or learn".29 Nov 2024Essex28 Nov 2024Pop-up Irish-themed pub event rejected by plannersThe negative impacts of the outdoor event cannot be mitigated, says the licensing authority.28 Nov 2024Essex13 Nov 2024Council warns of 'scammer' selling fake waste dealThe perpetrator wears a hi-vis jacket and uses fabricated stickers to trick people, a council says.13 Nov 2024Essex