Essex men among 43 suspects arrested in major hare coursing investigation
Three Essex men are among the 17 people issued with community protection notices following a hare coursing investigation.
LIVE: Stansted Airport impacted by national air traffic control issue
A national technical issue at air traffic control this afternoon has impacted Stansted Airport.
Stansted Airport affected by national technical issue at air traffic control
Stansted Airport is among the airports affected by a national technical issue at the air traffic control centre.
Braintree hosts second ever Pride with spotlight on Trans community
A town hosted its second ever Pride event with music, games and a lot of colourful support.
'A mash made in heaven' - Police seize 1.4 tonnes of potatoes in fraud investigation
Officers who seized 1.4 tonnes of potatoes as part of an £18,000 fraud investigation chipped in to a good cause.
Crash on A120 involving car and bike close to Stansted Airport causing delays
A crash on the A120 close to Stansted Airport before the M11 turn off is causing delays, with traffic said to be building.
Wild otter cub found in flamingo enclosure at Colchester Zoo rescued
A tiny lost otter cub who was found at Colchester Zoo has been rescued and given a second chance at life.
Bail denied for man accused of 41 dog deaths in Essex over his own safety
A bail application hearing has seen a man accused of fraud an animal welfare offences denied bail for multiple reasons, including his own safety
Essex celebrity chef's plans for pop up bakery in jeopardy after council delay
A celebrity chef’s plans to transform part of his historic home into a pop-up bakery have been put in jeopardy by a council blunder.
Former BGT winner reveals 'unforgettable advice' Simon Cowell gave him after victory
Former Britain's Got Talent winner Richard Jones has revealed the advice from Simon Cowell which stuck with him after his 2016 competition success.
Yellow weather warning for 'thunderstorms and heavy showers' issued for Essex
A weather warning has been issued across Essex ahead of a thunderstorm.
Classic summer fete brings together community spirit and nostalgia
Stisted Hall Fete drew over 500 visitors for an afternoon of fun, music, and community celebration.
Historic house hosting lawn games, storytelling and market at free open day
A historic estate is opening its doors for a special day of food, crafts and storytelling.
Teenager charged after customer assaulted at Co-Op Food branch
Officers attended an incident where a customer was assaulted at the Co-Op Food in Colchester Road on March 23, 2025.
Braintree Council celebrates achievements after completion of 30 community projects
Each of the projects focusing on different meaningful areas such as housing, public spaces, and health.
Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after attack at Essex Lidl
Essex Police officers were called to a serious incident at Lidl, in Brook Park West Retail Park, at 11.05am today
This Lioness who is England's youngest player was born in Essex
The 19-year-old striker, born in South Ockendon, Thurrock, has become England's youngest player and the tournament's breakout sensation.
Delays for holiday-goers at busy Essex airport due to nationwide technical issue
HOLIDAY-goers are facing delays passing through border security due to a major malfunction.
Police arrest man, 29, after four cars were damaged by fire in Essex
A MAN has been charged following a car fire in Essex.
Taxi driver fined over £1K after refusing to transport guide dog and owner in Witham
A TAXI driver has been fined more than £1000, after refusing to transport a guide dog and its owner in Witham.
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