Mum says she saved £15k by taking kids out of school in term time for holidays
Rachel Smith, 35, takes her two children - Brayden, 13, and Elianna, 11 - out of school every year during term time to go on holiday abroad.
The world's fastest growing sport arrives in Basildon with new courts and bar
Padel, the world's fastest growing sport, is now available to Basildon residents following the opening of four new PadelStars courts.
Puppy 'dumped in bag' at Essex park sparks RSPCA investigation
A puppy found dumped in a carrier bag at Wickford's Nevendon Park is being treated for mange as the RSPCA appeals for information.
Essex nurse told colleague she 'wouldn't be able to stop' him if 'he wasn't married'
Hamid Mahjid Bun-Seisay, a registered agency nurse who worked at HMP Chelmsford, was alleged to have breached professional boundaries by making unwanted physical contact with different colleagues.
Over 15,000 extra road and pavement repairs completed in Essex in past year
The initiative is fully funded and will continue into the 2025/26 financial year.
This week's camera club is full of bluebells, nature and life in Mid Essex
For more brilliant captures and to get involved yourself join the Mid Essex Camera Club group on Facebook.
5 must-visit spots in Essex to spend the day this Early May bank holiday
From railway museums and zoos, to historic gardens and beaches, the county has a lot to offer
Everything to know about Stacey Solomon, Joe Swash and their home Pickle Cottage
Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash's new show Stacey & Joe has been a hit. Here is all to know about the couple and their Essex home Pickle Cottage.
Leading figures call for further A120 action after two more fatal crashes
After two further fatal crashes on the A120 in the past month, leading political figures have called for further action on safety.
Essex to be at heart of AI revolution after summit at university
Professor Fasli’s commitment to unlocking the benefits of AI for local communities inspired the AI Summit.
A120 closed due to crash near Bradwell
A section of the A120 is currently closed due to a crash between Marks Hall and Cherry Lane garden centre.
'Kind' and 'welcoming' school in Braintree praised by Ofsted after inspection
The school, which is part of the Compass Partnership of Schools, has 440 students, all aged between seven and 11.
Essex and Herts Air Ambulance offers free lifesaving CPR programme for schools
The programme, which has been running since 2024, is free, sustainable, and fully supported.
Live updates: Crash on A12 causing traffic as rush hour begins
Live updates as traffic builds on the A12 northbound after a crash near Marks Tey.
Crash on A12 set to cause problems for commuters as rush hour begins
A crash has taken place on the A12 which is set to cause problems for commuters.
Thrilled Essex lorry driver quits job after £5.2m win on National Lottery
A lorry driver who scooped £5.2 million on the lottery quit his job and bought a new vacuum cleaner as his first purchase
Revealed: Essex Police officer who groomed girls was dismissed from force last year
Ling was dismissed from Essex Police following an accelerated misconduct hearing in December
Essex family forced to sleep in car after gas company shuts off supply
A family in Essex claims they had to sleep in their car overnight, after their gas company left them without hot water or heating for five days.
M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex taking place this weekend
Upcoming closures from May 2 to 4 on the A12, Dartford Crossing and M25 may affect some drivers across Essex this weekend.
New roundabout appears by Galleys Corner to take traffic through housing site
A new roundabout has been built as part of ongoing building work for 250 homes in Braintree.
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