The five hardest secondary schools to get into across Essex this year revealed
An ‘all-through’ school has beaten one of Essex’s top grammar schools to become the hardest to get into this year, with just over half of applicants securing a place, new figures have shown
Rail disruption on route to Stansted Airport after person hit by train
All Greater Anglia routes are blocked between Cheshunt and Tottenham Hale, including lines to Stansted Airport, after a person was hit by a train.
Complaints against Essex Police a third higher than national average, figures reveal
A report has revealed that complaints against Essex Police are higher than the national average and other similar forces, and have been rising.
Drivers face hour long delays on major Essex road after multivehicle collision
Delays are reaching back to the junction with the M25, as motorists are facing delays of nearly an hour.
Essex doctor banned from practicing after conviction for child sexual communications
Dr Ian Hudson, ex-MHRA chief, struck off UK medical register after being convicted for sexual online chats with what he believed to be underage girls.
Here's the cheapest petrol stations in parts of Essex as Iran conflict hikes prices
Find the cheapest petrol and diesel stations in Essex, including Colchester, Chelmsford, Braintree and more as prices continue to jump over the Iran conflict.
Stansted Airport hotel evacuated after blaze on third floor
Staff and guests safely evacuated after fire at Hampton by Hilton, Stansted Airport as Essex Fire Service extinguished blaze; investigation ongoing.
CCTV appeal after three injured during Essex pub brawl involving ten people
A pub brawl left three people injured - including two with head injuries - and has sparked a CCTV appeal by Essex Police.
'Vibrant' Essex restaurant with 'excellent food' named one of UK's best to visit
OpenTable has shared its list of the Top 100 Brunch and Lunch Restaurants for 2026 and one spot in Essex was picked out.
Rare Royal Mint 50p coin selling for more than 450 times its value in Essex
The 50p in question is the Peter Rabbit 50p, released in 2018 as part of the Beatrix Potter series.
Sex offender who deleted web history found breaching court orders in police check
Essex Police’s special unit for sex offenders who are living in the community, carried out a routine check.
Greater Anglia giving out hundreds of thousands of pounds for community projects
Greater Anglia has announced its Customer and Community Improvement Fund for 2026 and 2027.
New independent coffee shop opens near busy Essex train station
Duke Street Store, Chelmsford’s new independent coffee shop and corner store, open near the station.
Colchester firm is looking to fill 21 jobs across the wider area
Care UK is recruiting for 21 care home jobs in Colchester, Halstead, Clacton and Chelmsford.
More than 1,000 drivers caught speeding in Essex within two weeks
Roads policing officers stepped up patrols across north, south and west Essex after residents raised concerns about speeding and school safety.
The 9 exciting new routes and 2 new airlines coming to Stansted Airport in 2026
Stansted Airport already has an array of exciting destinations to choose from, but there are some new services that will be coming in 2026.
Essex's highest rated chippy that has 'perfectly cooked' food with 'cosy atmosphere'
Dr Chippy's can be found in Colchester and enjoys an impressive 4.8/5 rating on Tripadvisor from hundreds of reviews.
Essex charity marks International Women's Day by celebrating female staff
Open Road, which provides drug and alcohol support services across Essex and Medway, joined organisations around the world.
Four Essex women over 50 finish 3,000-mile world’s toughest row across Atlantic
They took on the challenge of rowing 3,000 miles across the Atlantic ocean and successfully finished it.
Craig David announced for Essex summer festival
Craig David will perform at the New World Festival in Chelmsford.
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