Nigel Farage received almost 600 death threats in six months, MP claims
Newark MP Robert Jenrick revealed the amount of threats recently resigned Clacton MP Nigel Farage has reportedly received.
Six arrested as police crackdown on major organised crime in Essex
Sixty-five arrests have been made following a large cross-border operation targeting organised crime in Essex and other South East areas.
Flights diverted to Stansted as NINE planes declare emergencies over airport
Multiple flights were diverted to Stansted Airport as a late-night incident forced emergency procedures at Gatwick.
Four miles of traffic on major Essex road as multi-way signals in place
Motorists are facing long delays on the A120 this morning due to roadworks near Braintree.
Clacton named among UK's 'worst' seaside towns - why we disagree
Clacton was recently named as the eighth worst seaside town by Which, here's why we disagree.
Children dodging cars as faulty lights turn Braintree road into chaos
Faulty traffic lights on a busy Braintree road are causing growing alarm among residents, with children dodging cars and many near misses between vehicles.
Fire crews battle large blaze that tore through 18 hectares of crops
A blazing field fire in Wickham Bishops near Maldon sparked an emergency response and burned large parts of farmland.
Former Conservative MEP to challenge Nigel Farage in by-election
Former Conservative MEP and deputing party leader John Stevens has been selected as a by-election candidate for the Rejoin EU Party to challenge Nigel Farage.
Fire crews on scene of 'large' blaze at field in Essex
Crews from Essex County Fire and Rescue Service are attending the scene of a large field blaze in Langford Road, Wickham Bishops.
'Kind, caring and beautiful boy' who died in fatal crash named as tributes paid
Tributes have been paid to a "kind, caring and beautiful" boy who died in a fatal collision in Ongar.
Wildlife campaigner dressed as fox pulls out of Clacton by-election
Wildlife campaigner Rob Pownall, who is known for dressing as a fox, has withdrawn from the Clacton by-election.
Former council leader to push for U-turn on Essex libraries events promotion ban
Former city council leader Councillor Mark Cory, who led from May 2018 to May 2021, will be putting forward the Pride in our Libraries motion, agenda notes reveal.
Witham Carnival showcases 'best of town' for 50th anniversary
Witham Carnival marked its 50th anniversary with a day of celebration and colourful floats, showcasing the best of the town.
Stisted Community Shop upgrades counter thanks to £2,000 grant
Stisted Community Shop has upgraded its counter thanks to a £2,000 funding boost from Braintree Council.
The parts of Essex NOT affected by hosepipe bans as restrictions announced
Hosepipe bans have been introduced by Anglian and Affinity water firms - but not all of Essex will be affected.
Childhood burns victim backs fundraising for Broomfield Hospital unit
A childhood burns victim is backing a £250,000 fundraising appeal to support a specialist burns and plastics centre at Broomfield Hospital in Essex.
Witham Carnival Court crowned for 50th anniversary event
Witham Carnival Court crowned its new members ahead of the official Carnival Day, with the help of town mayor Paul Heath.
BBC presenter caught out by rising tide in Essex episode of popular show
BBC's Countryfile presenter Anita Rani found herself caught out by the rising tide during a recent episode in Essex.
Popular Indian restaurant closed 'until further notice'
A popular Indian restaurant has temporarily closed while specialist work is carried out on its historic building.
Essex Waterways close popular spot due to 'public safety issues'
Essex Waterways Ltd has fenced off the weir pool at Paper Mill Lock in Little Baddow after what it described as ongoing public safety concerns.
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