Council-funded police patrols deliver on challenging anti-social behaviour
10 September 2026Positive results achieved by Essex Police with additional evening and nighttime summer patrols.
Council committed to best for Chelmsford following decision to withdraw LGR plans in Essex
The government has withdrawn its decision on new councils in Essex
Olympic diver attends swim gala at South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre
Retired international British diver, Sarah Barrow was at SWFLC to present awards to students of this summer's intensive swim programme.
New accessibility pods installed at Chelmsford City Council swimming pools
Both Riverside and South Woodham Ferrers leisure centres now have swimming pool lifts, enabling independent access for disabled users.
Vote for your top treasure at the Museum of Chelmsford
What object do you treasure most at the Museum of Chelmsford?
New Street Care Rangers introduced to support ‘cleaner neighbourhoods’ priority
Chelmsford City Council announces new Street Care Ranger service, improving the appearance, safety, and accessibility of local streets.
Museum’s taxidermy bear supports project to end modern-day wildlife crime
The Museum of Chelmsford's Boris the Bear could help fight illegal poaching thanks to a University of Staffordshire research project.
Neighbourhood Plan voted in by Boreham residents
Residents voted in favour of the proposals in a local referendum.
Proposal for new Chelmsford crematorium and cemetery enters public consultation
People are invited to view draft proposals for a new Chelmsford crematorium and cemetery ahead of a potential planning application.
More than 200 volunteers come together for Chelmsford's poppy knit-a-thon
The next step will be to assemble the poppies ready for the Remembrance display.
