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Over £200,000 of funding made available to boost Chelmsford's businesses and charities

Chelmsford City Council opens applications for two grant schemes helping organisations to adapt, grow and thrive.

Chess garden opens in Chelmsford's Central Park

A new community space has opened in Chelmsford’s Central Park with the installation of a chess garden, located beside the Central Park Café.

Council prepares to submit Chelmsford’s Local Plan to the Government for examination

The final stage of Chelmsford’s Local Plan review begins with councillors asked to agree that it is ready to be submitted to the Government.

Essex County Council election and Broomfield and The Walthams by-election results

Chelmsford residents went to the polls to choose their councillors on Thursday 7 May 2026.

Mayor of Chelmsford recognises voluntary sector at annual awards event

The Chelmsford Awards for Voluntary Service recognises the outstanding contributions of local people to volunteering across the city.

Councils pay tribute to Chelmsford councillor

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Councillor Mike Mackrory.

Budding young performers invited to audition for Cinderella at Chelmsford Theatre

Chelmsford Theatre is looking for talented children aged 9 to 15 to star in this year’s magical family pantomime, Cinderella.

Candidate lists for Essex County Council election and Broomfield and the Walthams by-election in Chelmsford

A full list of Chelmsford candidates standing in the upcoming elections has been published today.

Elections coming up in Essex on Thursday 7 May 2026

Two Notices of Election have been published today ahead of the Essex County Council elections and a Chelmsford City Council by-election

Chelmsford Theatre welcomes Aquabridge Law as first corporate partner

Chelmsford Theatre has confirmed local law firm Aquabridge Law as its first corporate partner.

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