Braintree and Witham Times

The venmous Western Diamondback Rattlesnake is living in Essex - find out more about the dangerous snake.

“I have always felt that Essex gets a few stereotypes through its way, some affairs and runs there. We've got some world famous some world class food and drinks brands, associates, great bars, great chefs, great breweries.”

PLANS for a two-bedroom bungalow in Braintree have been refused by the council.

Essex is home to a number of quaint venues with open fires, wooden beams and historic sites

THIRTEEN individuals have been jailed in Essex this month.

Braintree Council has launched a series of business briefings in partnership with the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

Braintree-born folk singer-songwriter Beans on Toast has announced a new album and a UK tour.

THE A12 northbound is closed due to weekend roadworks.

There are a number of adorable pooches at Dogs Trust in Essex are looking for their new home - can you help any?

Muddy Stilettos has picked out its best places to live across the UK, as well as choosing the top spots in each county.

Drivers on the A12 are experiencing long delays following a crash near Chelmsford.

Bus services in Maldon will be diverted as a popular carnival procession will take over the town.

Poundland in Witham is due to close in November as the company look to restructure and recover in order for the business to grow.

Researchers are looking for stroke survivors and/or their partners in the East Suffolk and North Essex area to share their experiences of stroke care.

Safety concerns have caused event cancellations across Essex as the county braces for Storm Amy.

Stacey Solomon has reportedly agreed to fill in for Simon Cowell at auditions for the next series of ITV's Britain's Got Talent.

CROWDS of shoppers have flocked to a long-serving store in Braintree for its 'everything must go' closing down sale.

Council leaders and church officials in Essex have addressed residents in an open letter following a terror attack which killed two people.

ESSEX county council has spent 60 per cent of its £72million funding on pothole repairs this year.

THE M11 northbound is partially blocked following a collision near Stansted.