Braintree and Witham Times

Drivers are being warned of several overnight A12 southbound closures in Essex over the coming days as National Highways carries out carriageway work.

The Mid Essex Camera Club has been capturing some of the county’s most tranquil and spectacular scenes this week.

Drivers have blasted 'pointless' A12 roadworks after long delays sparked fury among commuters, despite lanes now being reopened following emergency gas repairs.

People visiting a popular Essex beauty spot are being urged to follow new safety advice after venomous snakes were spotted.

Drivers are facing long delays on the A12 following a collision on the northbound carriageway.

A rogue trader roofer has been jailed after conning a vulnerable Essex homeowner out of thousands of pounds following a Trading Standards investigation.

Essex Growth Agency has launched a new website to support businesses and residents.

Nigel Farage MP has demanded tougher action after a group of suspected migrants were dropped off by boat at Holland-on-Sea, Clacton.

Police and National Crime Agency officers are investigating an incident at Holland-on-Sea after a vessel was reportedly seen dropping people off.

Wickes has donated a kitchen to Trust Links' Growing Together site at Cressing Temple.

Colchester Hospital is said to be recovering after a business continuity incident affecting services.

Three crew members and a search dog from Essex County Fire and Rescue Service are part of a UK-wide response team sent to Venezuela.

Crowds gathered for a day of family activities and fundraising at Witham's Mediaeval Fayre.

A volunteer manager from Audley End House and Gardens has been named a tourism superstar by Visit Essex.

Ryanair has warned Stansted Airport passengers over travelling to popular destinations due to the new EES system.

A giant container ship, PARIS EXPRESS, is due to arrive at DP World London Gateway, bringing one of the biggest vessels to visit the Thames.

The chairwoman of the Witham Hub is being honoured with a national award.

Coral Anderson, 33, of Nipsells Chase, Mayland, has been banned from keeping horses for 10 years following a case of animal neglect.

Essex County Council has published its new 100-day plan, setting out a programme of changes just weeks after the authority’s new administration took control.

Killer Vickrum (Vikram) Digwa is being kept in segregation after refusing to move onto a main prison wing because he fears for his life.