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Impact of Safer Streets projects felt across Chelmsford
Recent data shows crime has fallen by over 20% in Trinity and The Lawns. The two wards are home to the Chelmer Valley Local Nature Reserve.
Apply to be an ‘Independent Person’
Chelmsford City Council is hiring for an ‘Independent Person’. This is a flexible job opportunity for a unique part-time role.
West End classic Blood Brothers arrives in Chelmsford
After months of anticipation, Bill Kenwright’s multi-award-winning musical, Blood Brothers, has arrived at Chelmsford Theatre.
£10,000 grant available for rural businesses and community groups
A new scheme offering businesses and community groups in ‘rural’ locations up to £10,000 of free grant funding has launched.
39 Chelmsford businesses pledge commitment to Women’s Safety Charter
Our Women's Safety Charter was shared with businesses nine months ago, last week saw is launch to the public.
Picnic in the Park provides free lunches and fun for Chelmsford children
Picnic in the Park returned to Melbourne Park last week, bringing free entertainment, activities and hot lunches to children in the area.
Chelmsford Theatre what’s on Autumn 2023
Chelmsford Theatre’s Autumn brochure has landed, containing a huge array of shows to keep the city entertained as the nights draw in.
Social supermarket helping to feed Chelmsford families
A pop-up community supermarket is helping money go further to feed local families. It launched in Ford End earlier this year.
Chelmsford’s wildlife corridors give space to thrive
We’ve been giving many of the areas we manage some space to thrive. Last year we changed how we maintain around 1,700 acres of our grassland
Go Ape Chelmsford opens at Hylands Estate
On Saturday 29 July Go Ape’s brand-new Chelmsford location opened at Hylands Estate.
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