Have your say on the councils of the future
20 November 2025
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The Government is seeking your views on how local government in Essex could be reshaped in the next three years.
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Memorial garden for Hanbury family re-opens in Chelmsford’s Hylands Park
A memorial garden has been restored in Chelmsford’s Hylands Park giving residents of all ages a place for quiet reflection.
Next steps for Hylands Estate parking plans
Plans to introduce charges at Hylands Estate’s car parks are entering their next phase with a proposed Traffic Regulation Order.
Young people to be empowered by anti-violence monument’s Chelmsford visit
Chelmsford is launching an innovative programme of events to support the arrival of a huge anti-violence sculpture this September.
City Council by-election results for Writtle
On Thursday 1 July, the residents of Writtle voted in Andrew George Thorpe-Apps of the Conservative Party as their new City Councillor.
City Talk: Ruby Violet on opening up and Chelmsford’s LGBTQ+ scene
Garry Patrick, who's performed as drag queen Ruby Violet at various venues, contacted City Life to chat about the LGBTQ scene in Chelmsford.
Explore Chelmsford on your bike
There is no better excuse to get on your bike than British summertime!
Chelmsford Mayor invites you to virtual civic service
The Mayor of Chelmsford would like to warmly invite everyone to watch the civic service being streamed online on Monday 28 June.
Council urges anyone faced with eviction to contact them ASAP
Chelmsford City Council is asking anyone who thinks they may be in danger of becoming homeless to contact them as early as possible.
Celebrate culture at Chelmsford Festival
Chelmsford Festival of Arts and Culture is set to return this summer with some excellent events lined up for your enjoyment.
Flying the flag for Armed Forces Day in Chelmsford
On 21 June Chelmsford City Council will be joining other local authorities to raise specially commissioned Armed Forces Day Flags in unison.
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