Chelmsford Weekly News

A fuel leak forced a passenger jet to divert to Stansted Airport, and has since prompted safety concerns as the Air Accidents Investigation Branch find the pilots increased fire risk.

Experts at The Times have revealed their picks for the 20 best spring walks across the British countryside, including one in Essex.

A Frinton teacher has been banned indefinitely for misconduct involving befriending pupils on Facebook, taking pupils on day trips and lying about his disciplinary history.

Colchester Zoo is upgrading one of its most popular habitats after the death of an animal.

A Harwich dog groomer is taking a special holiday with her two Shih Tzu pups to celebrate winning £10,000 every month for a year from the National Lottery.

Groundwork Coffee has opened a new independent coffee shop at Beaulieu Park station, providing "A welcome upgrade to the commuting experience"

Colchester Zoo has been named among the country’s best attractions by consumer champion Which?.

East of England ambulance crews have achieved the fastest average response times for serious emergencies in nearly five years.

Police patrols have increased in the South Woodham Ferrers area after reports of anti-social behaviour and drug use. Drug use and antisocial behaviour in South Woodham Ferrers brings police patrols

A broken down vehicle is partially blocking the A120 in Braintree before the London Road exit.

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service attended a garden fire in South Woodham Ferrers on Thursday which spread to three properties.

TOWIE star Gemma Collins clashes with campmate Sinitta as tensions begin to rise on tonight’s episode of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! South Africa.

The A12 is partially blocked due to a stalled vehicle and spilled fuel near Chelmsford.

The Care Quality Commission has issued warning notices to HCRG Care Services at HMP YOI Chelmsford after inspection found patient safety and governance failings.

Publisher Conde Nast Traveller (CNT) has rounded up its picks of the 15 prettiest villages near London to visit.

A warning has been issued after ordinary 50p coins were listed for thousands of pounds online around the Colchester area.

Drivers across Essex are being urged to fill up their tanks today before prices rise at the weekend.

Gemma Collins has complained of "rancid" conditions of the Savannah Slum camp in an episode of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here.

Police are appealing for witnesses over a crash between a car and pedestrian which left a woman with serious injuries in Manningtree.

Speaking to residents a clear picture emerges: while the warmer months are crucial, charm of these towns stretches far beyond.