Braintree and Witham Times

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has hit bat at critics who say he has never visited his constituency of Clacton after local elections success in Essex.

Nigel Farage arrived at Chelmsford City Racecourse to celebrate what Reform UK described as a historic victory in the elections.

A garage in Braintree is due to be demolished to make way for a one-bedroom bungalow, as the district council approves plans.

A team of dads with children of SEND are climbing a mountain to support a special school in Colchester.

A new housing development has featured on BBC show Gardeners World, putting a spotlight on their innovative approach.

A team of Colchester paratroopers have been at the centre of a rescue mission of a British national who has suspected hantavirus.

Essex is a county steeped in history and we have put together five Essex castles which are well worth a visit.

Mason, Apollo, Hades, Summer and Mina are five cats currently under the care of Cats Protection who are looking for forever homes. Can you help?

Wivenhoe Art Trail features a breadth of creatives using an impressive variety of mediums, from ceramics to textiles to paint to photography.

With a population over 600,000, Montenegro is described as a "small and beautiful" Europe hidden gem, soaking up between 240 to 270 days of sun each year.

Multiple properties have been destroyed in a fire which was started by a battery in North Fambridge.

The regional finalists in the Muddy Stilettos awards for Most Loved Local Pub are in, while Essex drinkers vote for their winner.

Star of Shaun of the Dead, Peter Serafinowicz has made a cameo as Nigel Farage as "prime minister" in 2046 on SNL UK.

Stansted and Southend airports have both appeared on the list for the worst in terms of punctuality across 2025.

A new born baby died at Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford after pleas from the parents for a C-section were ignored.

The mother of former The Only Way is Essex star, Jake Hall has paid tribute to him after the star died in Majorca.

A much-loved green space in Braintree is getting extra protection after a rise in damage and anti‑social behaviour.

Billericay can be found in South Essex, and is home to one of the biggest comedians ever.

With its headquarters in Black Notley, the business will offer live-in 24-hour, dementia, palliative, disability, and home care across the city.

With many beaches restricting dogs through summer, we have put together five where you can walk your dog all year round.