Braintree and Witham Times

A woman wanted by police and a man suspected of shoplifting were both arrested in Southend helped by police live facial recognition cameras.

It was once again a huge success as thousands watched on in Promenade Park to see if those facing the thick mud would prevail.

Visitors can expect to see impressive displays of strength and bravery.

Jet2.com and Jet2Holidays are now offering holiday-goers more flight options for their winter sun and ski programmes in 2025 and 2026.

He will be supporting the headline act, legendary rock band Manic Street Preachers.

The study, led by the Essex University, found that children linked middle-class accents as being more intelligent.

One road is due to shut for 40 days as closures have been announced across north and mid-Essex for the coming weeks.

An inspiring teen from Braintree is “over the moon” after finishing a marathon and raising more than £3,000 for charity in memory of his mum.

The Daily Mail has unveiled a list of Britain's 24 most beautiful villages, with a picturesque spot in Essex being highlighted.

Rachel Smith, 35, takes her two children - Brayden, 13, and Elianna, 11 - out of school every year during term time to go on holiday abroad.

Padel, the world's fastest growing sport, is now available to Basildon residents following the opening of four new PadelStars courts.

A puppy found dumped in a carrier bag at Wickford's Nevendon Park is being treated for mange as the RSPCA appeals for information.

Hamid Mahjid Bun-Seisay, a registered agency nurse who worked at HMP Chelmsford, was alleged to have breached professional boundaries by making unwanted physical contact with different colleagues.

The initiative is fully funded and will continue into the 2025/26 financial year.

For more brilliant captures and to get involved yourself join the Mid Essex Camera Club group on Facebook.

From railway museums and zoos, to historic gardens and beaches, the county has a lot to offer

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash's new show Stacey & Joe has been a hit. Here is all to know about the couple and their Essex home Pickle Cottage.

After two further fatal crashes on the A120 in the past month, leading political figures have called for further action on safety.

Professor Fasli’s commitment to unlocking the benefits of AI for local communities inspired the AI Summit.

A section of the A120 is currently closed due to a crash between Marks Hall and Cherry Lane garden centre.