Drivers face long delays on A12 after crash
A crash on the A12 Colchester Road near Brentwood has left the road partially blocked, causing queues of traffic to form and delays are building.
Sports legend to compete at major Essex tournament
Veteran sports promoter Barry Hearn will compete in the UK Open Pool Championship being held in Brentwood, Essex.
Everything you need to know about the local elections across Essex today
Voters will cast their ballots on from 7am in elections that could reshape the political landscape across the county.
Polling station forced to move after 'police investigation'
AN ongoing "police investigation" at Maldon and Tiptree FC's ground in Essex has forced the relocation of a local election polling station
Major restaurant firm could 'run out of money' with two Essex bars at risk
A company which runs two Essex restaurants will “simply run out of money” if a restructuring plan is not approved, the High Court has been told
Maldon Salt Ltd products spotted in scenes from The Devil Wears Prada 2
Containers of Maldon Salt Ltd products have been spotted in scenes of new sequel film, The Devil Wears Prada 2.
North West Essex MP launches campaign against local government reorganisation
North West Essex MP Kemi Badenoch has launched a campaign against plans to scrap Essex County Council and create new unitary authorities.
New resource in Essex supports women with severe fear of childbirth
Women experiencing a severe fear of childbirth are receiving support through a new resource from Essex Partnership University NHS Trust.
Former officer drove police cars hundreds of times at 'extreme speeds'
A gross misconduct hearing regarding a former Essex Police officer disclosed he had sped at excessive speeds hundreds of times.
Russian warship spotted off Essex coast
A Russian warship has been monitored in UK waters, including by Galloper wind farm off the coast of north Essex.
Temporary stop notice issued over unauthorised traveller site
The MP for Braintree, Sir James Cleverly has provided an update on an unauthorised traveller site near Felsted.
Human trafficking and rape arrests as homes searched in major investigation
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of human trafficking and rape as part of an investigation led by Essex Police
Love Island star shares plans to transform £1.25m Essex home
Reality TV star, Maura Higgins has revealed plans to renovate her £1.25m home in Essex.
Airline could cancel flights to popular European destination
Easyjet has warned of flights being cancelled between the UK and Italy amid strikes and planned walkout.
Drivers warned as 23-mile stretch of A12 to close in both directions
A large section of the A12 between Chelmsford and Brentwood is set to close while white lines are repainted.
Boy, 16, dies after being hit by van
A 16-year-old boy has died after being involved in a crash between two pedestrians and a van in Leaden Roding.
Major rail disruption after train breaks down leaving station
Commuters are facing severe disruption to rail services between Colchester and London Liverpool Street due to a train fault.
When are results of elections are expected to be announced across Essex?
With many preparing to vote in local elections this week, when can we expect the results to be revealed across Essex
Why you need to add this stunning European hidden gem to your travel bucket list
With a population over 600,000, Montenegro is described as a "small and beautiful" Europe hidden gem, soaking up between 240 to 270 days of sun each year.
Record number of Essex firms honoured with King's Awards for Enterprise
A record of 13 Essex businesses have been honoured with King’s Awards for Enterprise.
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