Braintree and Witham Times

Melanie Leahy demands justice and accountability after losing her son Matthew and partner Colin following care by health services in Essex.

Dominic Moss, 19, exposed his victim to controlling and coercive behaviour from when he was just 15 by repeatedly taking her.

The Lillies Cafe in Wickford is a garden centre cafe that guests have described as "lovely" and "excellent".

Springfield Parish Council has announced it has cancelled the Christmas fayre due to a low amount of interest.

A130 northbound traffic in Essex faces severe delays, with average speeds of 5mph and 14-minute hold-ups. Drivers urged to allow extra journey time.

Henry Nowak’s family condemn riots and political exploitation after his stabbing death, as IOPC probes police response and ITV documentary seeks justice.

Greater Anglia trains face delays and changes of up to 15 minutes after a passenger fell ill at Hatfield Peverel on November 3, affecting Essex routes.

Tom Skinner launches NWVA recruitment drive, with jobs for recovery drivers, windscreen technicians and call centre staff in Essex, London and across the UK.

An unusual former chapel in an Essex seaside town has gone on the market with a guide price of £135,000.

Ongar Garden Centre unveils Christmas events including Breakfast with Santa, festive dinners and afternoon tea for families across Essex this Christmas season.

Colchester Zoo is hiring two senior animal keepers for its Carnivore and Familiar Friends sections, with £29,432 salaries and November 20 and 27 deadlines.

A warning has been issued for beachgoers along the Essex coast concerning the venomous weever fish.

The Witham and Braintree Hubs will again serve free soup and a roll through their Warm Space initiative thanks to funding from councillors.

Drivers in south Essex and Thurrock face a 23-mile diversion as Lower Thames Crossing works run from November 4 to November 10, National Highways warns.

Essex County Council has appointed councillor Isi Rocha as its new cabinet member for education, SEND and skills.

Essex Police officer PC Jake Lay-Flurrie faces a misconduct hearing over alleged repeated speeding in marked cars and unauthorised use of emergency lights.

The Cork House bar in Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex, has closed after 16 years in business, thanking staff and customers for memories and support.

A large emergency presence has been spotted in Tiptree Heath near Colchester with reports of a medical incident.

Drivers on the A12 are facing severe delays after a crash near Shenfield.

Essex County Council admits opportunities were missed before autistic teenager Scotty Henniker died, as coroner flags serious care and mental health failings.