5 great pumpkin patches to visit in Essex (with one ranked among best in the UK)
If you are looking for somewhere to go pumpkin picking in Essex, this spot may be the one for you, having been named among the UK's best.
'Bright and bouncy' pup among 5 pooches at Dogs Trust in Essex looking for homes
There are a number of adorable pooches at the Dogs Trust centre in Essex are looking for their new home - can you help any?
Job fair showcasing local opportunities in a variety of sectors next week
A job fair showcasing local opportunities will take place in Witham next week.
Man who had gone missing from his home in Halstead has been found, police say
Terry Sturman has gone missing from his home in Halstead. The 37-year-old is wearing a dark green jacket or fleece.
Losing Poundland will be a 'big blow' for Witham as residents sign petition
Losing Poundland will be a “big blow for the town” as the store in Witham is set to close its doors at the end of this week.
London Stansted's Meet the Buyers event returns to support businesses
Businesses are preparing for the return of London Stansted's Meet the Buyers event.
Man convicted of assisting Essex city bar murder and preventing decent burial
A man has been found guilty of assisting the murder of a man in an Essex city bar and preventing a decent burial of the body.
Afghan migrant guilty of threatening to kill Nigel Farage in TikTok post
An Afghan small boat migrant has been found guilty of making a threat to kill Reform UK leader Nigel Farage in a TikTok post.
Danny Walker, 15, has been missing from Colchester for two weeks - have you seen him?
Danny Walker was reported missing on September 25 and officers are continuing to locate him and make sure he is safe.
The Avenue in Witham set to reopen after roadworks left town gridlocked for ages
The news comes after weeks of roadworks and traffic chaos that have caused significant delays and disruption for residents and commuters.
Essex residents concerned as postboxes taped up and closed
Walton residents are concerned about the postboxes being out of action, with the tape first appearing last week.
Lift New Rickstones in Witham appoints new principal for 2026
Lift New Rickstones in Witham has appointed Karen Jones as its new deputy headteacher.
Huge UK garage band to perform at Essex estate as part of nationwide tour
The Streets have announced a huge show coming to Audley End Estate, in Saffron Walden, as they bring their album A Grand Don't Come For Free on the road for the first time.
Everything you need to know about Greater Anglia as it is nationalised
Greater Anglia’s trainlines will be transferred to public ownership this weekend, joining half of the UK's rail operators in nationalisation.
World Mental Health Day: Where you can get support in Essex
Here is a list of some of the Essex charities and organisations providing help for people struggling with their mental health.
Essex firefighters rescue dog stuck in fence after 'ruff' game of fetch
The crew was called to Monty the miniature schnauzer after he leaped through the garden railings while chasing his tennis bal
Escape to the Chateau's Dick Strawbridge speaks out about show return
Escape to the Chateau's Dick Strawbridge has revealed whether they would ever be open to returning to the Channel 4 show.
Airport plans for Essex welcomed as bosses back expansion
In June, the airport applied for airfield works to enable eight million more people to take off and land there.
Quiet village with a dark secret: England's 'most haunted house' is in Essex
The sleepy village of Borley in Essex harbours a dark secret that has fascinated paranormal enthusiasts for generations.
Spartan Race raises £5k for family's Disney World trip as mum battles cancer
A mother who has been given a devastating terminal cancer diagnosis has inspired a 21km Spartan Race to help fund one final trip with her family.
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