Braintree and Witham Times

Two people have been charged with murder as part of an ongoing investigation into the death of Bobby Bloomfield, 12, in Brentwood.

Colchester Magistrates’ Court heard the police arrived and carried out a roadside breath test because the defendant smelt of alcohol.

With a weekend of live cooking, local flavours and handmade gifts, the Essex Food and Craft Fair brought packed crowds to a historic setting last weekend.

From street patrols to safeguarding vulnerable young people, Essex Police officers regularly confront the realities of violence against women and girls.

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex has said keeping women and girls safe is “a clear priority” in the police and crime plan for the coming years.

People across Essex are being urged to have their say on plans to shake up the structure of policing across the county.

Jimmy’s Farm and Wildlife Park, owned by Essex-born TV farmer Jimmy Doherty, has been given a prestigious award by Visit England.

A road near Stansted Airport is experiencing disruption following a crash on Silver Street in Stansted Mountfitchet.

A visually impaired pro-Palestine protester who spent 17 hours on top of Big Ben has told a court he was never directly asked by police to end the stand-off.

Essex Police is solving more rape cases than ever before – but says more needs to be done to tackle sexual violence.

Essex could be facing more heatwaves this summer according to the Met Office's most recent three-month outlook.

Essex County Council is celebrating unpaid carers for their vital contribution.

A busy road in north Essex has been closed following a crash on the A131 at High Garrett.

Firefighters were called out late at night after a blaze broke out at a property in Billericay affecting two motorbikes and two garages.

A busy road in north Essex is experiencing disruption following a reported crash on the A131 at High Garrett.

An apprentice in Witham has earned a full-time role helping older people stay active and connected through the Sporting Memories initiative.

East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) has seen improved response times compared to last year, despite higher demand.

The M25 motorway is facing severe disruption this afternoon following a six vehicle crash and police incident.

Traffic is expected to begin moving again shortly as the police have resolved an incident on the QEII Bridge

Drivers are being forced onto a lengthy diversion route around the M25 after the QEII Bridge at the Dartford Crossing has been closed by police dealing with a concern for a mans welfare.