Braintree and Witham Times

Essex has many well-known places, but these places are commonly said incorrectly, whether it be from visitors or even locals who get it wrong.

Local news has never been more important than it is today – and it was only right to see the government acknowledge this in the publication of its Local Media Strategy, a document supporting local news provision.

Jamie Oliver was born and raised in Essex, and this restaurant in the county is one of his favourites.

Discover Harlow’s Sculpture Trail with works by Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth, explore Harlow Museum, and learn about the new Marks and Spencer store

Six individuals have been put behind bars across Essex for sexual assault and paedophilia offences so far this year.

The 31-year-old shared a video from his hospital bed as he is treated for meningitis and encephalitis.

An Essex mum is urging others to consider a career in probation.

Lifestyle brand, Muddy Stilettos has put together the top 10 places to see bluebells in bloom across Essex.

JJ Smith was arrested on January 15, when he was found hiding from police officers.

Greater Anglia warned passengers about the fault between Manningtree and Ipswich, which is affecting trains between Beaulieu Park and Norwich.

Prezzo Italian in Essex offers 99p main courses on Mega Monday, 23 March 2026.

The list has been compiled by The Telegraph, with ten county towns across the country named.

Here are five dogs from the Dogs Trust Basildon currently seeking their forever homes this Spring.

Here is why you should visit the village of Bradwell-on-Sea, located on the Dengie Peninsula in Essex including one of the oldest churches in England a former RAF base.

The Anchor in Hullbridge, Essex, named among the UK’s best beer gardens by The Sun, boasts riverside views, outdoor seating, and a scenic countryside setting

The AA traffic monitor is reporting very slow traffic as the road is partially blocked on the southbound carriageway.

Vitória Figueiredo Barreto has been missing since March 4.

In total, 55 pupils from Lift New Rickstones spent nine days visiting Berlin, Kraków and Prague.

The University of Essex has proposed to cut German, Portuguese and Italian language courses, leaving the future of their staff "very unclear".

A section of the A120 is experiencing delays due to an obstruction which has been reported in the road.