New Braintree campaign highlights rise in domestic abuse around World Cup
A new campaign has been launched in Braintree to raise awareness of domestic abuse around the World Cup.
Miles of queues on major route as police attend six-vehicle collision
There are major delays on an A12 slip road near Beaulieu Park station following a six-vehicle collision involving a lorry.
Leaked videos show EastEnders filming in Essex with twist for much-loved character
Leaked videos have shown EastEnders filming in Essex with a major twist for a much-loved character of the show.
Watch as CCTV appears to show Essex pro-Palestine protester scaling Big Ben
CCTV footage appears to capture a pro-Palestine protester scaling Big Ben, in footage that was shown at Southwark Crown Court.
New town centre crackdown to tackle street drinking and anti-social behaviour
Clampdown in Braintree town centre expands powers on drinking and public sleeping to address rising anti-social behaviour concerns.
Male victims face ‘extra shame’ and gender stereotypes as sex crimes go unreported
A specialist charity says gender stereotyping “massively impacts” male victims and survivors of sexual offences, who often experience an additional level of shame.
Law firm donates 20 laptops to Coggeshall primary school
A law firm has donated 20 reconditioned laptops to a Coggeshall primary school.
Essex man accused of climbing Big Ben for 15 hours cost taxpayers £67k, court hears
A protester who climbed the Elizabeth Tower, commonly known as Big Ben cost taxpayers £67,000, a court has heard.
Family pay tribute to 12-year-old schoolboy following tragic death
The family of 12-year-old Bobby Bloomfield have paid tribute to him, after he was killed in a 'serious incident' in Brentwood on Sunday.
Boy, 12, named as murder victim as investigation continues
A 12-year-old boy has been named following a fatal collision in Brentwood where two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Braintree and Witham councillors speak out after Essex libraries axe Pride
Witham and Braintree Green Party members have spoken out after reports Essex libraries may no longer promote Pride or similar events.
Delays on major route near busy railway station due to crash
A major Essex road is experiencing disruption following a crash on the A12 near Beaulieu Park railway station.
Much-loved tearoom closes as company goes into liquidation
A tearoom at Dedham Art and Craft Centre has stopped operating after the company has gone into liquidation.
Robber who stole £100k of goods from elderly couple jailed for eight years
Johnny Boy Doherty, 26, from Feltham, jailed for 8 years after posing as official and robbing £100,000 from Woodford Green couple. Essex Police investigation.
Extra £174m funding for Lower Thames Crossing draws fresh scrutiny
Government funding for the Lower Thames Crossing tunnel between Kent and Essex rises by £174m, pushing costs towards £11bn and sparking cost overrun concerns.
Tributes paid to 'forever missed' Essex schoolboy as murder probe launched
Tributes have been left for a 12-year-old Essex schoolboy who was tragically killed following a collision on Ashwells Road in Brentwood this past weekend.
MP Priti Patel visits Witham firm supplying glass for Heathrow projects
Witham MP Priti Patel visited ESG, a glass manufacturer behind specialist projects at Heathrow Airport.
Severe delays after crash involving lorry and car on busy route
Drivers are facing severe delays on the A120 near Coggeshall in Essex following a crash between a lorry and a car.
Invasive plant hotspots in Essex as incorrect disposal could land you a hefty fine
UK homeowners could land themselves in legal trouble if they incorrectly dispose of the invasive Japanese knotweed, including a fine or prison time.
Why this historic corner of Essex is the perfect day trip
Waltham Abbey, a market town with an 800-year-old charter, combines heritage, culture and outdoor adventure.
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