Fun-filled Easter egg hunts taking place across north and mid Essex in 2026
Here are five Easter egg hunts which will take place across Essex during the half-term holidays.
Seven hidden picnic spots across Essex to visit on sunny spring days
Here are seven hidden picnic spots to visit with the family this spring time.
Warning of major disruption as conductors at Greater Anglia vote for action
The decision of Greater Anglia conductors to take industrial action, with a 94 per cent yes vote, could lead to huge railway disruption.
Here's where to spot spring-time bluebells in Essex's picturesque woodlands
With the sunshine making an appearance, we have compiled a list of the Essex woodlands which boasts carpets of stunning spring-time bluebells.
Essex officer awarded after helping rescue two-year-old from potential harm
Support officer, Maddie Kay has received an Essex Police Award after helping rescue a two-year-old child.
Taxidermised bats seized and destroyed by Essex Police following investigation
Officers have seized taxidermised bats in Essex following concerns raised by the government's natural environment advisor.
Prisoner dies and several overdose after taking 'dodgy spice' at Essex jail
HMP Chelmsford inmate Ivor Manton, 43, died in hospital on March 6 after a drug-related incident at the jail.
BBC Radio 1 DJ to perform at Chelmsford festival
BBC Radio 1’s Charlie Hedges headlines Chelmsford’s Street Eats 'n' Beats Festival 2024 with top DJs, street food, family fun, and live music in Central Park.
In pictures: take a look at this Essex Marks and Spencer branch's big renovation
The M&S food store at Westway Clock Tower Retail Park, in Chelmsford, relaunched at 9am this morning.
TOWIE star 'found dead in drainage canal' aged 33 as tributes pour in
A star of The Only Way is Essex, Jordan Wright is believed to have been found dead in Thailand after being discovered in a drainage canal.
What's next for Wethersfield after use as asylum centre ends?
With open fields with wildlife all around, Wethersfield is the epitome of rural life in the Essex countryside.
Essex University issues statement after deadly meningitis outbreak in Kent
Several meningitis cases have been reported around Canterbury since last week.
Meet the Essex contestant taking part in new Channel 4 adventure reality show
A former bus driver from Essex is due to appear on a new Channel 4 adventure reality show competing to win up to £100,000.
Colchester Zoo reveals the name of adorable baby chimpanzee
Colchester Zoo has revealed the highly-anticipated name of the adorable baby chimpanzee born earlier this year.
Fundraiser launched for brave Colchester youngster, four, battling rare tumour
The family’s life was turned upside down when Remy was diagnosed with an aggressive Rhabdoid tumour on December 23.
Jailed in Essex: 5 criminals put behind bars in March so far
Five criminals have been jailed across Essex so far this month, ranging from rape and sexual assault to paedophilia offences.
This Essex Marks and Spencer branch is relaunching tomorrow after a big renovation
The M&S food store will re-launch at Westway Clock Tower Retail Park, in Chelmsford, at 9am, tomorrow.
Essex residents urged to connect to Cockney roots
The Modern Cockney Festival is looking for Essex residents with Cockney heritage to connect to their roots.
Greater Anglia pledges support to stop violence against women and girls
Greater Anglia has pledged its commitment to tackling violence against women and girls by becoming White Ribbon accredited.
What is Essex's recent meningitis vaccination rate?
UKHSA confirms nine cases and two deaths from meningitis as targeted MenB vaccine rollout begins for University of Kent students.
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