Arrests after £2m cocaine found hidden under seat of plane flown into Essex
TWO men have been arrested as part of a National Crime Agency investigation into the smuggling of around 30 kilos of cocaine into an airfield in Essex
Two dead and two injured following serious crash in Chelmsford
TWO people have died following a fatal collision in Chelmsford.
Registration opens for annual Essex charitable bike ride which starts near Colchester
A 42-mile bike ride through Essex which raises money to help people in rural African communities is returning in May.
Police at the scene of serious collision on A12 near Chelmsford
POLICE are at the scene of a serious collision in Chelmsford.
5 great garden centres across Essex to pay a visit to during the Spring
There’s not many better ways to spend an afternoon than a visit to a garden centre on a sunny day, and Essex is home to many top locations.
Bird of prey among a number of rare bird sightings spotted across Essex
Rare birds such as the Hen Harrier, Canvasback and Osprey have been spotted across Essex since the start of 2025.
Four people charged with multiple separate offences in Chelmsford
FOUR people have been charged with multiple offences in Chelmsford, including the assault of emergency workers.
Road closed: Baddow road in Chelmsford road closed for emergency works
BADDOW road in Chelmsford has been closed for emergency works.
7 great 'hidden gems' across Essex you need to visit at least once
Whether you’re a local or heading to Essex on a trip, here are 'hidden gems' you have to visit next time you are there.
Listed: Best places to shop in the Braintree District
The sun is shining bright and there’s no better time for some retail therapy to explore the district’s best shopping spots.
New Essex festival with star-studded lineup offering 'great initiative' for charities
THE organisers of an inaugural Essex festival which will see many famous faces perform across a string of dates are appealing for charity sponsors.
Wanted: Officers looking for two men in connection with Chelmsford car theft
POLICE are looking for two men in connection with a car theft in Chelmsford.
Essex town with 'rich culture' crowned the best place to live in the UK for 2025
The “genteel” market town of Saffron Walden tops the list of 72 locations chosen by The Sunday Times. Here's why it got the crown for 2025.
M25, Dartford Crossing and A12 road closures in Essex taking place this weekend
Upcoming closures from March 21 to 23 on the A12 and Dartford Crossing may affect some drivers across Essex this weekend.
Drivers warned not to hand over details in new ‘crash for cash’ scam in Essex
Motorists are being urged by a fraud-fighting body not to be pressured by “crash for cash” scammers into handing over unnecessary details following an accident
This Essex restaurant which has been closed since January reopens tomorrow
A POPULAR chain restaurant which has had one of its Essex branches shut for months to implement a big upgrade will finally reopen its doors tomorrow.
5 pets at RSPCA Essex who are searching for their forever homes
Essex RSPCA centres and Danaher Animal Home have plenty of pets that are looking to find new owners
Pilots of mystery balloon seen high above Essex reveal their astonishing journey
Yesterday afternoon a balloon was seen floating high over Essex, with many wondering the story behind it.
Over 300 people arrested in Essex for 'for suspected shoplifting' in 2025 so far
So far this year, police have arrested 304 people for suspected shoplifting, resulting in 582 counts of theft and 25 cases of retail staff assault.
Update on animals that left Colchester Zoo to start 'new chapter' at Belfast zoo
The very 'popular' male chimpanzees Tombe and Tumba departed Colchester Zoological Society have arrived at Belfast Zoo
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