Braintree and Witham Times

Christmas Magic returns to Lakeside Shopping Centre on October 31, bringing festive decorations, gifts and Christmas trees to south Essex shoppers this year.

Channel 4 reportedly axes Renovation Rescue, backed by Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine, amid UK broadcasters’ rethink of home makeover shows.

Essex Police stopped an overloaded Transit van in Chelmsford on October 16, finding it more than 40% over its legal weight limit and unsafe to continue.

A12 southbound crash near Witham causes delays between Junction 22 and Junction 21, with slow traffic. Essex Police has been contacted for comment.

Olly Murs will headline Southend’s Lazydays Festival at Priory Park on July 25, 2027, joining Dizzee Rascal and Kaiser Chiefs for an Essex homecoming.

Young photographers can enter Essex Wildlife Trust's 10th anniversary photography competition.

Former PC Rebecca Brennan is alleged to have committed gross misconduct after she was convicted of assault by beating while off duty.

Essex residents react to the Government’s Be Ready campaign as households are urged to prepare for emergencies and stock up on essentials.

The fiancé of a woman missing from Essex for almost eight months has pleaded for help.

The Booking Hall Cafe in Rayne has become popular for its giant sandwiches, with guests describing it as "brilliant".

Discover Kenwood House and Gardens, an English Heritage gem with art, historic rooms, parkland and free pre-booked entry for families.

Saffron Walden named the best place to live in Essex for 2027 by Muddy Stilettos. Here's why.

A collision is blocking the A120 at Stisted Junction, causing delays in both directions.

The family of Henry Nowak have said they will not stop fighting for answers following the announcement of an independent review into his murder.

Superdry & Co opens at Braintree Village on November 13, with Sweaty Betty, Lisa Angel and Christmas pop-up shops joining the Essex outlet.

From the moment I arrived at Hatter's Farm, it was clear why the pumpkin patch is a popular spot among celebrities.

A family who has spent almost three years navigating the criminal justice system after a teenage girl was sexually assaulted have welcomed specialist courts.

Volunteer and sporting heroes across Braintree were honoured at this year's Braintree District Volunteer and Active Braintree Awards.

Essex is named the UK's third-biggest haunted road hotspot, with 50 paranormal reports, including ghostly sightings near Colchester and Margaretting.

New Telegraph guide grades every secondary school in Essex. See local scores, with Chelmsford's KEGS topping England on a perfect 40/40 score.