Braintree and Witham Times

The Old School Room in Rayne has been given a new lease of life following the completion of restoration works.

A COUNCILLOR has explained the reason behind his comments at a heated council meeting, explaining he wants to “see a society where people can disagree well”.

Many councillors had passionately spoke for and against the motion, including Colchester’s Reform leader Andrew Harding.

A council meeting turned heated when a councillor claimed 'practicing Catholics and evangelical Christians' would feel they are entering a "hostile environment" if libraries display Pride flags.

Holland & Barrett has hired undercover detectives in some shops due to shoplifting

Police are appealing for help to trace a prisoner who has absconded from HMP Hollesley Bay, with links to Essex and Ipswich.

A major stretch of Essex motorway is closed, causing disruption on the M11 near Harlow.

Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to about a robbery in Pilgrims Hatch.

Police are investigating a broad daylight confrontation between two groups in Chelmsford.

Firefighters tackled a late-night wildfire in Tendring that spread rapidly across a field, with crews working alongside a local farmer.

One man is in a critical but stable condition after three people got into difficulty in the sea in Clacton.

Residents living near East Hanningfield are being urged to take care when dealing with ash and debris following Friday’s major fire and explosion.

Rail passengers face disruption today after damage to track equipment blocked the line between Witham and Braintree.

Epping continues to be a popular hotspot for day-trippers looking for a relaxing time out.

Fire crews have remained at Highlands Farm overnight following the huge fire and fertiliser explosion in East Hanningfield.

With the school summer holidays underway and household budgets under pressure, parents across Essex are on the hunt for low-cost days out.

A new volunteer app is helping therapy dog teams spend more time supporting others.

Essex County Fire and Rescue service crews rushed to a fire involving industrial units at Highlands Farm in Southend Road, between East Hanningfield and Rettendon, on Friday at around 4.50pm.

An update has been issued after a major emergency response at Clacton beach.

A major emergency response is underway at Clacton beach, with multiple services including an air ambulance and coastguard helicopter at the scene.