Huge response as 20 fire crews tackle TWO separate major industrial site blazes
TWO massive blazes in Essex at different industrial sites broke out late last night as firefighters launched a huge response.
Stretch of major A-road to close for urgent pothole repairs from TODAY
The A1017 in Sturmer will be closed overnight for resurfacing work starting April 20.
Group warns new library fees could be a 'self-fulfilling prophecy' for closures
Save Our Libraries Essex (SOLE) have been advocating for services across the country and objected an introduced charge of £1.15, which will be due to all users reserving a book from April 22 onwards.
Former Post Office among eight properties across Essex to go under the hammer
Houses, flats, commercial premises and land across Essex are all set to go under the auctioneer’s gavel next month
Woman behind 'beloved' bookshop retires after 30 years serving community
A beloved Wivenhoe figure has said goodbye after more than 30 years to town’s most popular independent bookshop.
I tried Filipino food for the first time in 'hidden gem' restaurant in Essex
Tucked away on North Hill in Colchester, Tayo Cafe by Bien is the kind of place you might walk past a dozen times.
Essex airport to host jobs fair looking to fill over 500 vacancies
Hundreds of job opportunities will be showcased at a major jobs fair at London Stansted Airport.
South Essex teen stabbed to death to be honoured with celebrity football match
A young man from south Essex who was stabbed to death in Southampton will be honoured with a celebrity football match in his name
Crews from three fire stations attend scene of large fire in South Essex town
Firefighters tackled significant blaze at a recycling centre in Oliver Road, Grays late on Friday night.
5 Essex villages that could soon become towns
Five Essex villages are on the brink of becoming towns due to growing populations and increased infrastructure including Ingatestone, Stock and Great Leighs.
Jesy Nelson offers £10k reward as car containing babies' medical equipment stolen
Former Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson has asked her fans for help this morning (April 19) as she hopes to find her car that has been stolen.
10 of the best dog-friendly spots to eat and drink in Essex
Whether it’s a pit stop after a countryside stroll or a well-earned breather by the beach, here are ten of the best dog-friendly spots in Essex.
I tried breakfast at south Essex café and I was impressed with this one thing
I tried an English Breakfast at Dream Cafe & Restaurant on Southernhay, Basildon
Tiny hidden gem cafe lit by fairy lights serves fresh breakfast
The Little Book Cafe offers delicious breakfasts and homemade cakes with second-hand books to peruse.
Three employed cleaners stole thousands of pounds worth of goods from Ryanair
Robert Vernica, 34, Maciej Dworzynski, 34, and Tomasz Chilinski, 42, appeared before Colchester Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.
What it is like to travel in a police car on blue lights responding to a 999 call
Braintree and Uttlesford Sergeant Harvey Hillson talks through the force's intensive blue light training course.
20-year-old behind 'affordable' Essex nail business is finalist at major awards
Alina McCulloch, 20, from Great Bentley, has been shortlisted in the HBA Rising Star of the Year category.
Serial burglar jailed after series of shop thefts in Essex, police recover cash
A prolific burglar who targeted businesses in Saffron Walden has been jailed following a detailed police investigation.
Essex family to appear on hit BBC TV show
A family from Southend in Essex is hoping to swap life in the busy city for the countryside when they appear on the BBC One show Escape to the Country.
Why you should visit picturesque Essex village named among UK's poshest
The picturesque Essex village of Stock has been named one of the 'poshest' in Britain, and here are some reasons why people should visit the area.
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