Police on scene as major Essex route CLOSED due to serious crash
A stretch of the M25 has been closed following a serious collision, with long delays building in the area.
'Risk to life' heat warning EXTENDED as 32c temperatures forecast for Essex
A yellow 'risk to life' heat-health warning for Essex has been extended by the UKHSA, ahead of 32c forecasts.
CCTV appeal issued after man 'exposed himself to woman' on Essex train
TRANSPORT police have released images to assist their probe after a man allegedly exposed himself to a woman on board an Essex train.
Essex's ambulance service moves to highest alert level amid extreme demand
An extreme heatwave and sustained demand has taken Essex's ambulance service to the highest possible alert level.
Drivers warned as major road closure to restrict boot sale access this weekend
Drivers are being warned of overnight road closures taking place this weekend at a busy interchange next to the A12 near Chelmsford.
Police provide update after fatal plane crash in Essex field
Essex Police have concluded their investigation after a fatal plane crash in a field off Mill Lane in Ongar earlier this week.
Council in Essex to collect bins earlier next week ahead of heatwave
Chelmsford Council have made the decision to begin their bin collections an hour earlier next week due to the forecast heatwave.
New rules affecting families travelling from Stansted Airport coming next week
The change to eGates at Stansted will allow more children to use them, to speed up journeys for them and their families.
Budget airline expands fleet for busy summer at Stansted with new routes
Ryanair has expanded its fleet for a packed summer adding new destinations and routes from Stansted Airport.
Chelmsford MP Marie Goldman: 'I won't stop challenging the government'
Chelmsford MP Marie Goldman on how her team has been working to challenge the government and bring about positive change.
Essex coastal town beach named among best in Britain
The I newspaper has named Walton as having one of the best coastal beaches in Britain and the best in Essex.
Essex artist’s painstaking Wimbledon project is capturing global attention
A Braintree artist has wowed millions online after recreating Wimbledon’s Centre Court using nothing but a typewriter.
More traffic woes as A12 to face closures into the week
Drivers are being warned of several overnight A12 southbound closures in Essex over the coming days as National Highways carries out carriageway work.
Frustration as A12 lane closure causes long delays with 'no work going on'
Drivers have blasted 'pointless' A12 roadworks after long delays sparked fury among commuters, despite lanes now being reopened following emergency gas repairs.
Urgent warning as venomous snakes spotted at Essex park
People visiting a popular Essex beauty spot are being urged to follow new safety advice after venomous snakes were spotted.
Long delays on major Essex route due to crash
Drivers are facing long delays on the A12 following a collision on the northbound carriageway.
Rogue trader jailed after scamming residents out of eye-watering amounts
A rogue trader roofer has been jailed after conning a vulnerable Essex homeowner out of thousands of pounds following a Trading Standards investigation.
New website launched to support Essex residents and businesses
Essex Growth Agency has launched a new website to support businesses and residents.
Beloved garden market closed after six years due to rising costs and competition
A much-loved garden market has shut its gates for good after serving the community in Southminster for six years.
Nigel Farage’s fury as ‘illegal migrants’ land on Essex coast
Nigel Farage MP has demanded tougher action after a group of suspected migrants were dropped off by boat at Holland-on-Sea, Clacton.
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