Man in court for death by dangerous driving after A12 crash near Kelvedon
A young man will appear in Chelmsford Crown Court for charges of causing death by dangerous driving on the A12.
Worst offending streets in Essex generate over £570K in PCNs within 12 months
Newly obtained data has revealed the county's worst roads for fines and penalty charges, generating an income of more than £570,000 in one year.
Family-run Essex chippy in top 10 looking to be crowned UK's best at national awards
The National Fish and Chip Awards will take place today with a spot in Essex looking to win the 2026 Fish and Chip Takeaway of the Year title.
Train cancellations and delays after van strikes barrier
Train delays and cancellations on Greater Anglia and Stansted Express after a van hit Enfield Lock level crossing.
Anger as Braintree sewage overflow lasts more than two weeks
Anglian Water faces criticism after a 15-day sewage overflow in Bocking polluted the River Blackwater.
Did you know these 10 celebrities were from Essex? Some might surprise you
Essex is home to some of the nation’s favourite and most recognisable celebrities.
Residents share they 'absolutely' love living in historic Roman city in Essex
From beautiful green spaces and historic landmarks, residents say there’s plenty to love about living in the historic Roman city.
Essex driver banned after failing to give specimen when found 'unresponsive' in car
A man from Sible Hedingham has been sentenced for failing to provide a specimen for analysis after he was found unresponsive in his vehicle in Chelmsford.
Essex County Council to invest £1.45m into county's bus services
Essex County Council is investing more than £1.45 million to boost bus usage across the county.
Essex firefighters urge drivers to stay in vehicles amid M25 lorry crash
Firefighters are urging drivers to stay in their vehicles as crews work at the scene of a lorry crash on the M25.
LIVE: M25 closed in both direction after lorry crash brings down power cables
Hello and welcome to our live blog. Here we will keep you updated on the M25, which is blocked in both directions after a lorry had a 'blow out' and went down the embankment.
M25 blocked in both directions after lorry had 'blow out' and went down embankment
M25 is blocked in both directions after a lorry had a 'blow out' and went down the embankment, reportedly bringing down power cables.
Greater Anglia extends contactless ticketing to 20 extra stations
Passengers travelling on the Grater Anglia network will be able to use pay-as-you-go contactless ticketing at 20 additional stations from next Sunday.
Tributes paid to ‘shining light’ Colchester mum as she loses battle with cancer
Beverly’s mother Sylvia,92 described her as "forever my baby girl. Never forgotten, with me always. You was so brave."
Lane closed on A12 London-bound after crash near Essex town causes severe delays
Major collision has forced the closure of one lane on the London-bound carriageway of the A12 near Boreham.
Free Tesco blood pressure checks launched in Essex - here's how to book one
Tesco pharmacy teams are offering free 10-minute checks in private consultation rooms, with no appointment required.
Legend from EastEnders coming to Essex venue for podcast event this week
Natalie Cassidy, 42, best known for playing Sonia Fowler in the soap, is set to bring her Live With Nat podcast tour to Colchester Arts Centre on February 28.
Video shows massive garden fire erupting in early morning blaze in Essex town
Garden fire in Clacton was brought under control after firefighters from the Essex County Fire and Rescue Service rushed to the scene.
Major airline shifts all UK operations to London Stansted after Heathrow exit
Air Algérie plans to expand capacity during the summer season, with frequencies rising to between one and two flights per day.
Colchester woman named in national magazine's top 100 changemakers list for 2026
The annual Changemakers list celebrates individuals and organisations across the UK who are creating meaningful social change.
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