Braintree and Witham Times

A busy road in north Essex has been closed following a crash on the A131 at High Garrett.

Firefighters were called out late at night after a blaze broke out at a property in Billericay affecting two motorbikes and two garages.

A busy road in north Essex is experiencing disruption following a reported crash on the A131 at High Garrett.

An apprentice in Witham has earned a full-time role helping older people stay active and connected through the Sporting Memories initiative.

East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) has seen improved response times compared to last year, despite higher demand.

The M25 motorway is facing severe disruption this afternoon following a six vehicle crash and police incident.

Traffic is expected to begin moving again shortly as the police have resolved an incident on the QEII Bridge

Drivers are being forced onto a lengthy diversion route around the M25 after the QEII Bridge at the Dartford Crossing has been closed by police dealing with a concern for a mans welfare.

SCAMMERS pretending to be from Essex libraries are targeting residents with calls about overdue books.

The world's largest touring inflatable attraction is about to land in the UK for the first time in Essex.

Four men have been jailed for their roles in violent disorder that erupted in Southampton after Essex student Henry Nowak was murdered by Vickrum Digwa.

POLICE are urging drivers to avoid the area amid the closure of the QEII Bridge at the Dartford Crossing.

A WARNING has been issued by the Government as we enter the "greatest risk period" for sightings of toxic caterpillars in Essex.

Traffic has been held on the QEII Bridge at the Dartford Crossing due to a "police led" incident.

A police led incident has brought traffic to a standstill on the QEII Bridge between Kent and Essex.

Witham MP Priti Patel has pledged to support a junior school facing major disruption during rebuilding works.

A new campaign has been launched in Braintree to raise awareness of domestic abuse around the World Cup.

There are major delays on an A12 slip road near Beaulieu Park station following a six-vehicle collision involving a lorry.

Leaked videos have shown EastEnders filming in Essex with a major twist for a much-loved character of the show.

CCTV footage appears to capture a pro-Palestine protester scaling Big Ben, in footage that was shown at Southwark Crown Court.