Man arrested in connection with 'serious' assault following 20-minute police chase
A MAN has been arrested in Witham, following a 20-minute chase on-foot.
In photos: Thrilled fans wait outside Essex airport for Lionesses to arrive
THRILLED England fans have gathered outside Southend Airport ahead of the arrival of the victorious Lionesses following their Euro win
Wethersfield Asylum Reception Centre to temporarily increase to 1,245 beds
A CENTRE for asylum seekers near Braintree will have its capacity temporarily increased, government officials have confirmed.
MPs have Disabled people's 'lives in their hands' but do they really understand?
Disability Pride Month is a whole month to celebrate inclusivity and promote equality for the disabled community.
Essex teenager hoping to 'scale past £100k in revenue' with towel business
A SAVVY teenager has launched his own cold sweat towel business out of his bedroom and is now expecting to break £100k in revenue this year.
Japan's ambassador to the UK praises Tiptree jam firm after visit
AN esteemed Japanese diplomat says he “learnt so much” after visiting a famous jam-making business in Tiptree.
Speed restrictions to be implemented on busy Essex road to prevent more fatal crashes
NEW road safety measures are being implemented on a busy Essex road to help reduce fatal crashes.
Charity hopeful to rebuild nature reserve after 'heartbreaking' fire
A charity is hopeful to rebuild a nature reserve in Maldon which was destroyed in a “heartbreaking” fire.
Sex offender's humiliation as internet search history is read out
Ian Richardson, 73, of St Osyth, had his electronic devices installed with tracking software to monitor his use of the internet.
Police issue update as protest groups gathered outside Essex hotel
Peaceful protests took place outside an Essex hotel this afternoon, police confirmed.
Watch: the moment a drug dealer police nicknamed 'Gangster Granny' is arrested
POLICE have released footage of the moment a drug dealer nicknamed ‘Gangster Granny’ was arrested following an investigation into her gang picking up shipments of cocaine at an Essex port.
One road to shut for 40 days and other Essex road closures to be aware of
Various roads are set to close across Essex while works are undertaken, with one road to shut for 40 days.
Court orders woman to pay £303 for using homophobic slur towards police officer
Nikki McKenzie, 41, used the word in the direction of a police officer in November last year and appeared before Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court.
Man, 31, charged after police 'led on A12 chase at 150mph'
A man has been charged with dangerous driving after leading police on a pursuit along the A12.
Police issue update as further protests announced for Essex town
Police have issued information as further protests have been announced for an Essex town.
Popular all-girls school in Essex shortlisted for national award
An all-girls school has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award.
Lorry driver avoids driving ban because he has to support mothers of children
AN HGV driver who faced losing his licence after he used a mobile phone at the wheel of a lorry has avoided a roads ban.
Essex band features in new book about Oasis
A band from Wivenhoe features in a new book celebrating the fans of the rock band Oasis.
Have you seen Kieron? Search for missing 22-year-old - FOUND
Concerns are growing as police are appealing for help to find a missing 22-year-old from Essex.
'It's really important' - Firefighters respond after 'burning smell' noticed in flat
Essex’s fire service is urging people to test their smoke alarms following an incident in Witham.
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