Family forced to abandon car after getting trapped by tide on causeway
A family was forced to abandon their car after their vehicle got trapped by the tide on a causeway.
Planning expert says A120 is not fit for purpose - 'We’re in 2025, not 1995'
A planning and development expert has said the A120 is not fit for purpose and in desperate need of an upgrade.
Only a few days left to apply for Essex secondary school places
Parents and carers in Essex are being urged to apply for their child’s Year 7 secondary school place before the deadline.
Heavy traffic delays on A120 after 'incident' near Essex town
There are delays on the A120 this evening following reports of an incident between Marks Farm Roundabout and Bradwell.
Drivers face diversion as busy A120 shuts for emergency repairs
Motorists are facing disruptions as a key road between Braintree and Colchester is shutting for emergency repairs.
Unresolved damp issue led to tenant sending housing association abusive emails
Darren MacDonald, 42, sent emails to housing association staff saying 'I know where you live' and 'You will get what's coming to you'.
Witham MP visits family-run business to learn about its recycling work
Witham MP Priti Patel visited Essex Reclamation to learn about their recycling and waste management work.
Two men charged after serious knife assault in Essex town
The victim received treatment for a serious injury which police have confirmed is thankfully no longer life-threatening.
Two suspects charged after man stabbed during serious assault in Essex city
TWO suspects have been charged after a man was stabbed and seriously injured during an assault in Essex.
Essex Police to conduct roadside vision screenings as part of nationwide scheme
ESSEX Police is teaming up with other forces for a nationwide safety initiative aiming to raise awareness of the legal eyesight standards.
Timeline of events after Essex hotel asylum seeker released from jail accidentally
The 38-year-old was found on Sunday by an alert member of the public, following his accidental release from prison on October 24.
Man taken to hospital by ambulance following A12 northbound crash
A MAN has been taken to Broomfield Hospital by ambulance following a crash on the A12.
Two-time BRIT Award winner announced as next headliner for Summer Series event
THE second headliner has been revealed for next year’s Colchester Castle Summer Series.
Popular department store in Braintree closes its doors after 34 years
A LONG serving department store has officially closed in Braintree after more than 30 years.
Missed appointments cost Essex NHS trusts more than £130M in five years
Missed appointments have cost Essex NHS trusts more than £130million in five years.
Doctors to go on five day strike causing hospital disruptions, including Essex
Resident doctors across England, including those at Colchester Hospital, will walk out for five consecutive days next month.
Security staff dismissed after Wethersfield Asylum Centre walkout
Security staff have been dismissed after a walkout at Wethersfield Asylum Centre, a union has said.
High Street due to close for 23 days among other north and mid Essex closures
The latest north and mid Essex road closures have been released for the coming weeks.
Take a look back at how Essex has celebrated Halloween through the years
From ghouls to zombies to pop culture icons, horror-lovers of the county have been dressing up for the celebration every year.
10 free and low-cost activities for families and children this half term
While some activities may require a parking fee, Essex has many nature spots and activity hubs for children to enjoy.
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