Braintree Village boosts Essex economy by £49M and supports 1,000 jobs
Braintree Village contributed almost £49million to the local economy and supported more than 1,000 jobs in 2025.
Best places to see solar eclipse in Essex this week as rare event darkens skies
On Wednesday (August 12), the celestial event will see around 90 to 96% of the Sun obscured by the Moon as it passes between the Earth and the Sun.
Driver who sped at 100mph on A120 avoids ban after pleading exceptional hardship
James Thoirs, 28, was facing a driving disqualification after he hit speeds of 100mph on the A120 in May despite having nine points on his licence.
Major road partially blocked with slow traffic after crash
A crash has partially blocked part of the A120 near Bradwell.
Aldi makes change at six supermarkets across Essex in new cost-saving trial
Six Aldi stores across Essex are closing an hour earlier as part of a cost-saving trial.
I tried a £90 seafood boil - and I can't wait to go back
I tried my first seafood boil dish at XO The Greek in Clacton-on-Sea - and I haven't stopped thinking about it since.
Police officer named as man who died in Essex railway station incident
A serving transport police officer has died after an incident at an Essex station.
Youngsters raise the alarm amid blaze at beloved country park
A group of quick-thinking youngsters has been praised for raising the alarm during a blaze at a Brentwood country park.
Final days for pub brands with 10 Essex restaurants as nearly 4,000 jobs lost
Pub brands with ten restaurants across Essex are in their final days as near 4,000 jobs have been lost.
Hundreds of cars and bikes to gather for memorial meet for motor lover
A tribute for a much-loved car enthusiast will see hundreds of classic and modern cars gather and fundraise in his memory.
Witham retirement home to host summer picnic party for over 60s this month
Churchill Living is hosting a 'Picnic on the Patio' party at Mill Green Lodge on August 14 from 2pm to 4pm.
Family-friendly Essex beach hidden away that locals say is like 'being in Spain'
Located in Harwich in Essex, Dovercourt Beach is an often-overlooked area, labelled a hidden gem.
Housebuilder helps create new sensory garden for pupils at school in Braintree
Tabor Academy created the new outdoor space for students after receiving funding from Dandara.
Major update issued as fire service leave scene of devastating 'explosion'
Essex Fire Service have left the scene of a devastating industrial fire that led to 20 firefighters being taken to hospital.
Traffic stopped on the A12 as police on scene of crash
A crash has brought traffic to a standstill on the A12 Colchester-bound in Essex.
Popular garden centre set for major transformation
A garden centre on the Essex-Suffolk border is set for a major transformation just months after being put up for sale.
84-hour heat alert comes into force TODAY as Essex braces for fifth heatwave
New heat alerts are to come into force in Essex today as the county braces for its fifth heatwave of the year with temperatures to hit 33C.
Village fears plans for 36 homes will devastate wildlife and elderly neighbours
Earls Colne residents say a proposal to demolish a bungalow and build 36 new homes would be “horrific” for their village and resident wildlife.
I tried my first 'crafternoon tea' - here's why it was so much fun
I went to Crafty Bear Kitchen in Witham for my very first 'crafternoon tea' - here's why my experience left a lasting impression.
Police 'worried about' teenage boy missing from Essex for almost a month
A teenage boy has been missing from Harlow for nearly a month prompting growing concerns from police.
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