‘Five council’ proposal launches public consultation
25 June 2025
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Residents, businesses and local organisations are being asked to share their views on the future of councils in Essex.
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Chelmsford gets ready to celebrate Pride 2025
Chelmsford is celebrating Pride month with some fabulous events coming up soon, including Essex Pride’s annual march and festival.
Panto preparations underway at Chelmsford Theatre
It may only be June but panto preparations are already ramping up for this year's Aladdin at Chelmsford Theatre.
Incredible summer of festivals incoming for Chelmsford
Chelmsford is getting ready for a bustling summer of hosting festivals, music concerts and celebrations around the district!
Grants of up to £10,000 available for rural businesses and community groups
A grant scheme aiming to strengthen rural economies and communities by funding capital projects is now open.
Hylands Park to host Radio 2 in the Park 2025
Radio 2 in the Park will take place in Hylands Park this year, from Friday 5 – Sunday 7 September.
Innovative learn-to-ride cycling facility to open in Tower Gardens
A new, free to use, family-friendly Cycle Skills Circuit will be opening at Tower Gardens in Admirals Park this summer.
30 things to do in Chelmsford this May half term
If you're in need of some inspiration during the school holidays, look no further than our guide to what's on in Chelmsford this half term.
Rooftop beehive installed at Chelmsford's Civic Centre
Urban beehive aims to support pollination, enhance local biodiversity, and foster thriving green spaces in the city.
Introducing the new Mayor of Chelmsford for 2025–26
Councillor Jannetta Sosin has been elected as the Mayor of Chelmsford for 2025–26, with Councillor Smita Rajesh serving as her Deputy Mayor.
Britain’s largest recorded Iron Age gold coin hoard secured for Museum of Chelmsford
A hoard of 933 gold Iron Age coins has been acquired by the Museum of Chelmsford thanks to a major National Lottery Heritage Fund grant.
