Braintree and Witham Times

A hosepipe ban across Essex and the East of England has begun from this morning - here's what to consider.

A major lineside fire at Stratford has brought rail services to a standstill, with passengers urged not to travel.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a child was seriously injured in a collision with lorry in Ongar.

Nigel Farage claims "things have become even more dangerous" for people in public life after a man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering Ann Widdecombe.

One of the world’s largest container ships is set to dock in Essex this week, offering a rare chance to see a modern mega‑vessel.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in relation to the death of Ann Widdecombe - here is all that is known so far about the incident.

Police are appealing for help to find a missing man from Harlow with links to Epping.

Jack Burgess, 27, said he lost his accommodation in after he was convicted of grievous bodily harm in 2023.

Ann Widdecombe defended Nigel Farage’s political strategy in her final interview before her death on Thursday (July 9).

A road has been closed this evening following a police incident, with slow traffic reported.

easyJet has issued a statement regarding flights to popular Spanish destination, Almeria amid deadly wildfires.

The planning team at Essex County Council has been named the best in the region at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) East of England Planning Excellence Awards.

A man has died after reports of a person in difficulty in the sea in Walton near Clacton in Essex.

A road in Harlow has been closed following a reported serious crash, with delays reported.

Essex County Council plans to improve support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) as part of its 100-Day Plan.

A road has been closed in Cressing following a collision, with slow traffic reported in the area.

A murder investigation is under way following the death of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe.

Colleges and training providers in Essex are invited to bid for a share of the £900,000 Skills and Innovation Capital Fund.

A second comedy candidate by the name of Mr Fishfinger has joined the race for the Clacton by-election.

Pictures have shown the inside of the newest Waitrose store in Chelmsford which opened today.