Braintree and Witham Times

Jeremy Clarkson has defended global megastar Rod Stewart over questions raised about his green lawns at his Essex home despite a hosepipe ban.

Striking before-and-after photographs have revealed the dramatic impact of the dry weather on Hanningfield Reservoir.

A new multi-entertainment centre is coming to Chelmsford with work now underway on Hollywood Bowl at Meadows Shopping Centre, Chelmsford.

NHS Essex is urging residents to order repeat prescriptions ahead of the August bank holiday.

The leader of a major organised crime group has been jailed after spending nearly five years on the run and being caught in Dubai.

Drivers are being warned of a series of overnight closures over the next fortnight as essential repair work gets under way on the A12

Braintree District Council has publicly thanked Essex Fire and Rescue crews for their crucial work tackling wildfires across the county.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust has taken ownership of the Braintree Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC).

A man has been charged with attempted GBH and several driving offences after an incident in Chelmsford.

Footage has captured the moment a drill artist who was has now been jailed was arrested with a gun at a probation meeting.

London Stansted Airport has named five top destinations for a last-minute family escape.

One of the world’s largest and most advanced container ships is due to arrive at Harwich Harbour

Arriva bus strikes have been suspended to allow drivers to vote on a new offer.

A man has been arrested following a serious assault that left another man with life-threatening injuries in Maldon.

Ryanair has warned Stansted Airport passengers over the potential of fines regarding checking in.

The Red Arrows will return to the skies for Clacton Airshow next week.

A teenager has been arrested in connection with an incident where a two-year-old girl was hit by an e-bike in Clacton.

A new road safety campaign inspired by gaming is urging young drivers in Essex to slow down.

Greggs has issued an update on the future of their Halstead High Street after fears the store could close.

A high street fashion retailer is closing another of its stores amid a UK-wide downsizing plan.