Braintree and Witham Times

A lane on the London-bound carriageway of the A12 is currently closed due to a broken down van, with police on the scene.

A Braintree man has been banned from driving after he was caught drunk behind the wheel twice.

A home in Braintree has been left damaged after a candle fire spread downstairs.

Essex pub The Victoria Inn has started a fundraising page as it needs to replace a section of its roof.

An inquest into Mr Richardson’s death was concluded before Essex Coroner’s Court on Thursday. He was found in the River Blackwater.

Braintree Village teamed up with specialist beekeeping service, Plan Bee.

Motorists on the Colchester-bound A12 are facing delays following reports of a crash.

Essex is hitting the big screens with a feature in a sequel to a popular whodunnit.

Airline and package holiday provider, Jet2.com are providing massive savings on flights and holidays from Stansted Airport for Black Friday.

A TV presenter from Essex has spoken out about the end of his years-long marriage.

Mr Haluk admits that people would rather go to a nail salon or Turkish barbers to spend their money and time, and that affects his moral; but he keeps on going.

A number of residential streets across Halstead and Braintree are set to be affected by the new mansion tax following the 2025 budget.

With more than 30 offers now live, shoppers can enjoy incredible discounts, limited-time promotions and festive-season savings right across the outlet.

The East of England Co-op introduced its new Deli To Go section today, featuring produce from across East Anglia, such as Essex-based Wicks Manor’s award-winning sausages.

A second Chelmsford man has been charged as an investigation into stolen bikes continues.

A new Toys R Us store is set to open in an Essex branch of arts and crafts retailer, Hobbycraft.

Essex Police are investigating an incident where a patient at a hospital in Essex had a necklace stolen.

Trains running between London Liverpool Street and Witham are affected this morning due to a signalling fault.

The village of Coggeshall is one of those delightful corners of the English countryside that seems made for lingering strolls,and afternoon tea.

Hello and welcome to our live blog. Here we will keep you updated on the A120 eastbound, where a multi-vehicle crash has left part of the road closed.