Braintree and Witham Times

JOBS are at risk following the announcement of a multimillion-pound takeover of an Essex law firm.

An inspiring little boy with a “heart of gold” has gathered a team of classmates, family and friends to raise funds for therapy to help his sister walk.

A number of pets at Essex RSPCA branches and at Danaher Animal Home are on the lookout for new owners

A NEW modern greengrocers in Southend’s “second high street” is already planning to extend its opening hours after a successful first week

New research from Zoopla has revealed the most popular and affordable towns for families in the UK.

“Proposals developed with the school include new, purpose-built accommodation, along with internal remodelling and outside spaces.

TWO celebrities that live in Essex will return to TV screens were concerned that a new television show about them was “going to be boring”.

The BBC has revealed Stacey and Joe - starring Stacey Solomon, Joe Swash and their family - will return for a second series.

A firefighter said he feels “proud and humbled” after being part of a 32-engine convoy to deliver fire engines to Ukraine.

Bluebells were pictured by camera club members from across the county.

Lauren Smith, 30, from Stanway, has launched a fundraiser to access a potentially life-saving treatment in the United States.

AN Essex law firm which has offices in Colchester, Chelmsford, and Basildon has been sold in a deal for millions of pounds.

The event will allow people to watch owls fly in the Banquetting Hall, as well as hold the birds.

A serving Essex Police officer is due to appear in court tomorrow to face a charge of stalking. 

A section of a busy road near Braintree is experiencing congestion due to a traffic incident.

A man damaged a hotel room provided by Colchester Council as emergency accommodation.

Aconda -  formerly known as Tracked Carriers - has received a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation for its ground-breaking work in transforming how heavy loads are moved.

A stone curlew — one of Britain’s rarest and most secretive birds — caused a stir among birdwatchers.

A thug who was recalled to prison after leading police on a dangerous chase through Colchester apologised for ‘wasting court time’.

Residents turned their heads to the sky as the iconic Red Arrows soared over Essex to mark VE Day.