British Transport Police has confirmed a person hit by a train in Colchester was pronounced dead at the scene.

Forget the usual tourist traps, Brits are sleepwalking past some of the UK’s most charming (and often best value) staycation ...

A train station heavily used by Essex commuters has been named as busiest in the UK, with nearly 100m entries and exits ...

DANNY Cowley believes Colchester United’s home clash with Gillingham tomorrow lunchtime represents an opportunity for them to steal an advantage over their League Two rivals.

The broadcaster was involved in covering some of Essex's most significant memories, including being the designated first ...

Lyle Taylor has eight FA Cup goals this season and is hoping to help Chelmsford City reach round three for the first time ...

Jamie Boyce, 37, punched and kicked his victim in May because he was aggrieved about an argument which took place seven months earlier.

Defensive changes could be on the cards for Gillingham this weekend as they make the short trip to Colchester.

In a tense meeting with Justice Secretary David Lammy, the father of a teenage girl assaulted by an asylum seeker expressed ...

THE Echo - backed by Southend’s MPs - is launching a campaign demanding students at the University of Essex are supported as they face ...

A NURSING student has revealed how she is facing a five-hour round trip and spending £30 to £40 every time she travels to Colchester ...

Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Swindon Town vs Bolton Wanderers in the FA Cup ...