Five lesser-known destinations for last-minute summer holidays from Stansted
Stansted Airport has shared five lesser-known destinations that offer beautiful beaches, rich culture, incredible food, and exceptional value.
Fire service update after major grassland blaze
Essex fire service has provided an update after a fire at Middlewick Ranges in Colchester.
Essex holiday-goers face CANCELLED flights to Spanish airport
Stansted and Southend airport passengers face cancelled flights to Almeria due to runway repairs.
TV presenter and actor to appear in Colchester court charged with drink-driving
TV presenter and former Eastenders actor, Shane Richie is due to appear at court in Colchester charged with drink-driving.
Man in his 80s left with head injuries after late-night attack
A man in his 80s has been left with head injuries after a late-night attack in Latchingdon.
Why this charming Essex village is one of the county's best kept secrets
Herongate, a village near Brentwood, has retained its traditional English village charm despite its close proximity to a busy town centre.
Historic Essex attraction looking to fill two exciting roles
A popular Essex attraction, Hedingham Castle in Halstead, is looking to fill two exciting roles.
Cosy pub is village’s go-to spot for hearty, great-value meals
A cosy interior and welcoming prices invite visitors to The Ship Inn, one of the pearls of Tiptree tucked on a bend on Maldon Road.
What happened the last time Essex and Suffolk Water introduced a hosepipe ban?
Essex and Suffolk Water’s new hosepipe ban is the first since 1997 - here’s what happened the last time restrictions were imposed almost 30 years ago.
Video shows flames and smoke as 20 firefighters at major field blaze
Firefighters are tackling a field fire that has sent smoke billowing across the area in Ingatestone.
Fresh hot weather warning issued for Essex as high temperatures forecast
A heat-health alert has been issued across Essex as high temperatures continue to cause health and safety concerns.
Busy road set to remain closed after major blaze at beauty spot
A Colchester road is expected to remain closed throughout the evening following a fire at Middlewick Ranges.
'Avoid the area' warning as 20 firefighters at scene of major field fire
Plumes of smoke can be seen from Billericay as residents are urged to "avoid the area" of a major field fire near Ingatestone.
One taken to hospital after crash on major route near Stansted Airport
A person has been taken to hospital following a crash on the M11 near Stansted Airport.
Betting company could shut Essex shops amid 132 closures
Betfred announces it will close 132 stores across the UK which could result in Essex shops being closed.
Delay repay searches soar following heatwave-related train cancellations
Online searches for delay repayments have soared in the wake of widespread heatwave-related train cancellations in Essex by c2c and Greater Anglia.
Ambulance and fire crews on scene of crash near Stansted Airport
Ambulance and fire crews have attended a crash on the M11 northbound near Stansted Airport, where two lanes have been closed.
National retailer opens new superstore marking major milestone
Cancer Research UK has opened its 50th superstore in Thurrock, marking a major milestone for the charity.
All the rules and exceptions as Essex and Suffolk Water announce hosepipe ban
A hosepipe ban is being introduced across Essex and Suffolk Water's supply area for the first time since 1997. Here are all the rules and exceptions.
Essex reservoir now 'exceptionally low' as hosepipe bans issued
England is on track for its driest July on record, with one Essex reservoir now classed as "exceptionally low" as a hosepipe ban comes into force .
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