Fire crews from across Essex called to cross-border industrial fire
Fire crews from across Essex were called to assist at a cross-border industrial fire in Haverhill last night.
Hundreds of Essex Police officers to use new generation Taser
Essex Police has begun rolling out the Axon Taser 10 (T10). A total of 665 frontline officers are being trained in its use the new generation Taser.
NHS to launch free home HPV test in Essex to prevent cervical cancer
The NHS will soon invite eligible residents in Essex to take part in a free at-home HPV self-test to help prevent cervical cancer.
Essex Second World War veteran who fought after lying about his age dies aged 101
Donald Turrell, a Second World War veteran who lived in Frinton, has died aged 101.
Why prime Chelmsford High Street shops are standing empty
BIG brands and independent businesses have closed their premises in a busy city centre, leaving prime retail space empty
Braintree MP James Cleverly announces decision to run for London Mayor
Braintree MP Sir James Cleverly has announced he will be stepping down from the shadow cabinet to run for London Mayor.
Crash near busy A12 junction causing heavy traffic
Heavy traffic is beginning to build on the A12 northbound following a crash near junction 18 for Danbury.
Hours of disruption across Essex after train hits obstruction on tracks
Greater Anglia services across Essex are set to be disrupted for more than three hours after a train hit an obstruction on the line.
NHS trust appoints interim chair after predecessor called 'inspirational'
A new interim chair has been appointed to lead Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT).
Council to hire private security for Essex towns amid 'increase' in migrants
Essex County Council have announced Operation Vanguard in response to safety concerns over migrant numbers in Braintree, Colchester and Chelmsford.
Second headliner pause Summer Series act due to medical emergency
Much-loved UK boyband JLS paused their headline act at the Colchester Castle Summer Series due to a medical emergency in the crowd
Hour-by-hour forecast as Essex set for wet start to bank holiday weekend
Here is an hour-by-hour forecast for Essex as the county is set for a wet and windy start to the bank holiday weekend.
Essex addiction clinic boss says kids 'skipping meals' to scroll social media
Children are “skipping meals” to instead scroll through social media, says the Head of Therapy at an Essex rehabilitation facility.
100-million-year-old fossil found discovered in 'Roman pit'
The ichthyosaur vertebra was found in a Roman-era pit in Colchester.
Major Essex road CLOSED due to ongoing 'police incident'
A road leading on and off Canvey Island has been closed in both directions this evening due to a police incident.
Police launch search for missing 81-year-old Essex man
Police are searching for an 81-year-old man who has been reported missing from the South Ockenden area of Essex.
Cancellations to multiple Essex trains after fault at major station
Passengers travelling between Essex and London Liverpool Street are facing delays, cancellations and alterations after a signalling fault at the London station.
Hero retired police dog Baloo learning to navigate life after losing her sight
Retired police dog Baloo, who was crowned the Hero Dog at Crufts last year, is learning to navigate the world after losing her sight.
Parents give views on teen social media addiction after landmark Meta settlement
Facebook and Instagram owner Meta has agreed to pay up to 18 billion US dollars (£13.3 billion) as part of a settlement ending a legal battle in the US.
Major Essex road CLOSED due to ongoing 'incident'
The A120 has been closed eastbound near Braintree this afternoon following an 'incident', causing severe delays.
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