Mum with 'much-loved' salon business of 12 years celebrates major success
Stephanie Farthing turned her parents’ garage into the humble beginnings of what is now one of Mersea Island’s most loved beauty spots—Karma Beauty.
678 arrests in Essex for shoplifting so far in 2025 as 100 special court orders made
One way for neighbourhood policing teams to prevent repeat offending is to apply to the court for special court orders known as criminal behaviour orders (CBOs).
Essex woman behind the voice of Sainsbury's self checkout tills
Shoppers have been left surprised after learning about the voice at a huge supermarket chain’s self check-out tills comes from Essex.
Notable road closures across north and mid Essex for the next month
ROAD closures for areas across Essex have been released, alerting drivers to disruptions for the next month.
Essex Police chief remembers heroes on D-Day anniversary
At a parade at Essex Police headquarters on Friday, chief constable paid tribute to the 32 officers from Essex who were killed serving overseas.
'Policing is a great profession' - chief constable's address to force's new officers
Essex Police chief constable Ben-Julian Harrington told the new recruits they are 'becoming part of a whole-force effort'
Police catch drivers speeding at 140mph, 121mph, and 110mph on A12
Speed checks conducted on the A12 between Chelmsford and Witham on Friday resulted in officers detecting 180 offences in the space of one hour.
'Elegant' seaside town an hour from Essex named among Britain's most 'genteel'
The Telegraph has compiled a list of Britain’s 10 most genteel seaside towns that are "perfect for a weekend away".
AA offers safety tips as it issues travel warning for Saturday
Drivers are advised to be cautious as the AA issues a travel warning for Saturday.
'Outdated intel' sparks security alert at Colchester military base
Police are investigating an alleged threat to kill a paratrooper as security is tightened at the Colchester Garrison.
Yellow weather warning issued for heavy rain and thunderstorms across Essex
The Met Office has issued a warning across the east and south of England for Saturday, June 7.
The 'stunning' fish and chip shop locals love that's the highest rated in Essex
To mark National Fish and Chip Day in 2025, take a look at the highest rated chippy in Essex, and why you should pay it a visit.
Chef fired after foul-mouthed rant at boyfriend at luxury spa awarded more than £13k
A LUXURY spa in Essex will have to pay a former chef more than £13,000 after she was fired following an angry public outburst at her boyfriend.
M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex taking place this weekend
Upcoming closures from June 6 to 8 on the A12, Dartford Crossing and M25 may affect some drivers across Essex this weekend.
Ex-Arsenal prodigy jailed for plot to smuggle £600k cannabis through Stansted Airport
A FORMER Arsenal prodigy who orchestrated the smuggling of £600,000 worth of cannabis through Stansted Airport has been jailed today
In pictures: Prime Minister serves up school dinners as he visits Essex school
The Government will provide free, nutritious meals to over half a million more children across England starting from the 2026 school year next September.
Meet gardener Edie, 2, who has created her own garden filled with fruit and veg
Edie Callison has cultivated a vibrant patch of fruits, vegetables and flowers, which she lovingly tends to every day.
5 pets at RSPCA Essex centres who are looking for their new forever homes
A number of adorable pets in Essex are looking for their new homes - can you help?
Essex ex-health visitor placed 'vulnerable children' at 'unwarranted risk of harm'
The woman became a health visitor for the Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Service until she was suspended on June 10, 2019.
Woman arrested and four more dead animals found in probe into south Essex dog deaths
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty as part of Basildon neighbourhood policing team’s ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the discovery of 37 dead dogs in Billericay.
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