Praise for 'beautiful' Essex village after it was named in top 30 villages list
Dedham business owners and councillors aren’t surprised that the village has been listed in the UK’s greatest villages thanks to its ‘outstanding beauty’.
Bird of prey among a number of rare bird sightings spotted across Essex
Rare birds such as the Hen Harrier, Canvasback and Osprey have been spotted across Essex since the start of 2025.
The array of events this Easter season at Hedingham Castle in Essex
Hedingham Castle, in Halstead, will hold a number of activities.
Listed: The 3 bottom rated schools in Braintree according to Ofsted reports
THE bottom rated schools in Braintree have been revealed through Ofsted data.
Four people charged with multiple separate offences in Chelmsford
FOUR people have been charged with multiple offences in Chelmsford, including the assault of emergency workers.
Road closed: Baddow road in Chelmsford road closed for emergency works
BADDOW road in Chelmsford has been closed for emergency works.
7 great 'hidden gems' across Essex you need to visit at least once
Whether you’re a local or heading to Essex on a trip, here are 'hidden gems' you have to visit next time you are there.
Listed: Best places to shop in the Braintree District
The sun is shining bright and there’s no better time for some retail therapy to explore the district’s best shopping spots.
Police spot more than 100 road offences in just ONE day in this Essex town
Essex Police officers spotted more than 100 offences in just one day of policing the roads in an Essex town.
Three men charged after drugs, cash and firearms seized following Colchester raids
TWO Colchester men and a man from Witham have been charged with intent to supply Class A drugs.
New Essex festival with star-studded lineup offering 'great initiative' for charities
THE organisers of an inaugural Essex festival which will see many famous faces perform across a string of dates are appealing for charity sponsors.
Tax policy changes 'major threat to family-owned businesses' says MP Priti Patel
Priti Patel, MP for Witham, has raised concerns over the impact of the Labour Government’s budget on family-run businesses.
Drivers warned not to hand over details in new ‘crash for cash’ scam in Essex
Motorists are being urged by a fraud-fighting body not to be pressured by “crash for cash” scammers into handing over unnecessary details following an accident
Wanted: Officers looking for two men in connection with Chelmsford car theft
POLICE are looking for two men in connection with a car theft in Chelmsford.
Essex town with 'rich culture' crowned the best place to live in the UK for 2025
The “genteel” market town of Saffron Walden tops the list of 72 locations chosen by The Sunday Times. Here's why it got the crown for 2025.
Game-changing 'total triage' system will improve 8am GP scramble in Essex
The majority of surgeries in this area have already adopted the "total triage" system.
M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex taking place this weekend
Upcoming closures from March 21 to 23 on the A12 and Dartford Crossing may affect some drivers across Essex this weekend.
Braintree Town FC asks school kids to get creative and design new mascot
A football club is launching a competition involving schoolchildren to design its new mascot.
Camera Club members share stunning snaps of mid Essex's natural world
A particular favourite subject to take pictures of was the new Egyptian goose family in Marks Hall.
Drivers warned not to hand over details in new ‘crash for cash’ scam in Essex
Motorists are being urged by a fraud-fighting body not to be pressured by “crash for cash” scammers into handing over unnecessary details following an accident
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