Rare weather phenomenon that brought highs of 40C to Essex could return
A 'Super' El Nino event could be about to bring warmer temperatures to Essex this year. Met Office issue statement on potential weather event.
'Pothole emergency' declared by Essex County Council as 'book tax' is scrapped
Essex County Council’s new leader has declared a “pothole emergency” at the first full council meeting since Reform UK won control of the administration.
Police apologise for handcuffing stabbed Essex teen as murderer found GUILTY
Henry Nowak, an 18-year-old university student from Chafford Hundred, was fatally stabbed by 23-year-old Vickrum Digwa in Southampton.
Man found guilty of murdering Essex student, 18, in stabbing
Vickrum Digwa has been found guilty of murdering an 18-year-old student from Chafford Hundred in a stabbing in Southampton.
'Popular and well-respected' Italian restaurant to be auctioned
A well-known Italian restaurant in Maldon is set to go up for auction next month.
Two Essex postcodes win BIG in postcode lottery
Two Essex postcodes have each landed £1,000 prizes in the latest Postcode Lottery daily draws across the country.
New website helps people find air-conditioned cafes and pubs across Essex
A new online tool could help people across Essex track down air-conditioned spots.
Apology issued after heatwave causes hours of travel chaos for Essex commuters
Essex rail bosses have issued an apology after sweltering weather and issues with the track and overhead lines brought hours of travel disruption.
North Essex business support programme to continue for second year
The NEEB Link business support programme in North Essex is set to continue for a second year.
Summary of Reform UK's first Essex County Council meeting
Essex County Council held its first full council meeting since Reform UK took control.
Shop to close for good this weekend after almost 20 years in Essex town
Adnams is closing its doors in Saffron Walden this weekend after almost two decades of serving customers. The Frinton store will also shut after three years.
Viral clip shows woman criticise Essex M&S over gender-neutral changing rooms
A video on social media shows a woman confront a store manager at Stanway's Marks & Spencer over her concerns for gender-neutral changing rooms.
Essex expert's verdict amid 'perfect storm' reports for 'highly aggressive' insect
AN Essex expert has given his verdict on claims of a "perfect storm" to draw Asian hornets to the region amid a reported rise in sightings in the UK.
Police appeal after 17-year-old girl reported missing
A 17-year-old girl has been reported missing from Colchester. Essex Police have appealed for the public's help to find her.
Public Notice Portal launches new consultation and archive services
The new PNP consultation function enables members of the public to have their say by providing feedback on individual public notices.
Gliding club issues statement after aircraft crash
Essex and Suffolk Gliding Club has issued an update after an aircraft crash at Wormingford Airflied near Colchester.
Police update after aircraft crashes near airfield
Essex Police have provided an update after a man was trapped in a glider after a crash at Wormingford airfield.
Emergency services called to plane crash at airfield
A man has received treatment after being trapped as a result of being involved in a glider crash in Wormingford.
Cyclist dies weeks after crash that sparked arrest of Essex man
Ian Simpson, 77, has died in hospital three weeks after sustaining serious injuries following a crash with a driver from Canvey, who has since been arrested.
'Heavy and persistent' showers expected in Essex after record-breaking heat
Forecasts from the Met Office show that parts of Essex could see rain this weekend following a long period of record-breaking hot weather.
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