The popular Essex businesses closing early amid extreme heat warnings
Several businesses across Essex are closing early due to the ongoing heatwave.
Essex County Council deploys extra crews to tackle pothole emergency
Essex County Council is deploying three extra crews to tackle non-urgent potholes.
Former TOWIE star blasts schools for closing early due to heatwave
Former The Only Way is Essex star, Lydia Bright has slammed schools for closing early due to the heatwave.
Delays on major Essex motorway due to crash
Drivers are facing heavy delays on the M11 following a collision on the northbound carriageway with queues in to London.
Red heat warning extended AGAIN as 37C temps forecast for Essex
The Met Office has extended its red extreme heat warning for Essex, as 37C temperatures look set to hit the county.
Essex National Trust closed due to extreme heat
Hatfield Forest in Essex will close to visitors during the peak of the current heatwave, the National Trust has confirmed.
UK coffee brand reducing instant packs in size by 5 per cent amid brand refresh
Kenco has revealed it will be reducing the size of its instant coffee packs by 5 per cent as part of a brand refresh
More than 60 Greater Anglia trains CANCELLED today - full list
Greater Anglia has cancelled more than 60 train services throughout today due to the hot weather.
NHS mental health wards in Essex for young people show improved ratings
Child and adolescent mental health wards have had their rating upgraded by the CQC.
South Essex credit controller jailed for Class A drug dealing
Stephen Searle was sentenced at Southend Crown Court after being caught dealing cannabis and cocaine.
Full list of schools closed or shutting early across Essex due to heatwave
A full list of Essex schools which are due to close or partially close on Thursday, June 25 due to the ongoing heat warnings.
Gardens of Easton Lodge to host summer open day
The Gardens of Easton Lodge are hosting a summer open day for visitors to explore flora and fauna.
Essex drivers could face 'road rage' due to heatwave
Essex drivers are being warned of an increased risk of road rage due to sleepless nights caused by the heatwave.
Residents speak out on illegal scooters and antisocial behaviour in seaside town
Many have claimed antisocial behaviour is worsening and calling for a stronger police presence on the streets.
Popular Essex pub on the market after 'careful consideration'
The Horse and Groom pub in Finchingfield has been put up for sale after "careful consideration" from the landlord.
Police recover stolen £20,000 digger and other equipment in Essex
Essex Police recovered a stolen £20,000 digger that was tracked to a site in Cold Norton, alongside thousands of pounds worth of other construction equipment.
Major Essex road CLOSED due to 'crash' causing long delays
A busy Essex commuter route is currently blocked following a collision, with motorists facing significant delays on the A130.
How to avoid being fined £110 for cooling down in your car
The RAC has warned drivers over the potential of £110 fines for cooling in their cars for engine idling.
Fire crews tackle barbecue blaze that spread to house
A barbecue fire spread to a house on Ruston Road during a barbecue, prompting a response from fire crews in Burnham-on-Crouch.
Popular Essex tea rooms announce early closing times due to weather
Tiptree Tea Rooms has announced they will be closing a number of their locations early due to the hot weather.
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