Essex set to get £3million in funding for buses and cycle routes
The Local Transport Grant offers revenue funding and cannot be used to build infrastructure.
New provider takes over leisure centres in Braintree, Witham and Halstead
Leisure provider Freedom Leisure has taken over the running of leisure centres across Braintree, Halstead and Witham.
Essex man who harassed neighbours for two years gets five-year court order
Peter Rushton, 43, of North End, was already serving an 18-week suspended prison sentence and had been fined £650 after being found guilty.
Essex singer Olly Murs becomes 'proud' dad for second time
The Witham born singer shared the news of the new arrival on Instagram that he has welcomed a baby son named Albert with bodybuilder wife Amelia Tank.
Greater Anglia trains disrupted on 5 routes after points failure at Liverpool Street
A points failure at London Liverpool Street station has caused widespread disruption across five major rail routes this morning.
Essex's Olly Murs welcomes second child with Amelia Tank and reveals cute name
Essex singer Olly Murs has shared a picture on Instagram after he and wife Amelia Tank welcomed their second child together.
Everything you need to know ahead of Radio 2 in the Park at Hylands Park
What is this year’s lineup?
Taking a closer look at Norwich to Tilbury grid upgrades
Simon Pepper, project director at National Grid, shares some thoughts about its proposed Norwich to Tilbury project.
Self-declared Essex girl and Downtown Abbey star announces pregnancy with first child
Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery has revealed she is pregnant with her first child as she showed off her baby bump at the premiere for the historical drama’s final film.
Traffic delays on A12 due to obstruction on road
Motorists are experiencing delays on the A12 near Witham.
Police station welcomes excited residents for special open day
A police station welcomed hundreds of excited visitors to meet officers and learn about the work of emergency services.
Successful peer money support programme returning to town after great results
A succesfull peer money support programme saw residents manage to improve their financial situation for the next year by an average of £1,800.
5 adorable pets at RSPCA Essex centres who are looking for their forever homes
There are several RSPCA branches in Essex, along with the affiliated Danaher Animal Home, all with pets looking for homes.
Essex man charged with assault and property damage set to appear in court
Bradley Moffat, 49, of Maynard Court, Waltham Abbey, has since been charged with threatening to damage or destroy property, assault and public order offence.
Braintree's Masefield Road Post Office opens 18 months after closure
The new branch restores Post Office services to the community after the previous Masefield Road location closed in January 2023
Two Chatten Free School pupils celebrate progress as they prepare for next step
Two autistic pupils are celebrating their progress as they prepare to leave a specialist school in Witham.
Mum on her way to nursing career thanks to ACL Essex
A healthcare assistant is on her way to a new career in nursing thanks to adult learning provider ACL Essex.
Severe delays on A12 northbound after serious lorry crash near Essex town
The multi-vehicle collision has effectively brought the main route between Chelmsford and Colchester to a complete halt.
Topshop returning to the high street in Essex after 2021 shock closure
This marks the first major high street comeback for Topshop since all its standalone stores closed in 2021.
Heavy showers and thunderstorms to hit Essex throughout the day
Heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected to hit Essex throughout the day.
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