Braintree and Witham Times

SCAMMERS pretending to be from Essex libraries are targeting residents with calls about overdue books.

The world's largest touring inflatable attraction is about to land in the UK for the first time in Essex.

Four men have been jailed for their roles in violent disorder that erupted in Southampton after Essex student Henry Nowak was murdered by Vickrum Digwa.

POLICE are urging drivers to avoid the area amid the closure of the QEII Bridge at the Dartford Crossing.

A WARNING has been issued by the Government as we enter the "greatest risk period" for sightings of toxic caterpillars in Essex.

Traffic has been held on the QEII Bridge at the Dartford Crossing due to a "police led" incident.

A police led incident has brought traffic to a standstill on the QEII Bridge between Kent and Essex.

Witham MP Priti Patel has pledged to support a junior school facing major disruption during rebuilding works.

A new campaign has been launched in Braintree to raise awareness of domestic abuse around the World Cup.

There are major delays on an A12 slip road near Beaulieu Park station following a six-vehicle collision involving a lorry.

Leaked videos have shown EastEnders filming in Essex with a major twist for a much-loved character of the show.

CCTV footage appears to capture a pro-Palestine protester scaling Big Ben, in footage that was shown at Southwark Crown Court.

Clampdown in Braintree town centre expands powers on drinking and public sleeping to address rising anti-social behaviour concerns.

A specialist charity says gender stereotyping “massively impacts” male victims and survivors of sexual offences, who often experience an additional level of shame.

A law firm has donated 20 reconditioned laptops to a Coggeshall primary school.

A protester who climbed the Elizabeth Tower, commonly known as Big Ben cost taxpayers £67,000, a court has heard.

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.

A 12-year-old boy has been named following a fatal collision in Brentwood where two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Witham and Braintree Green Party members have spoken out after reports Essex libraries may no longer promote Pride or similar events.

A major Essex road is experiencing disruption following a crash on the A12 near Beaulieu Park railway station.