Disruptions expected on Essex train routes as services delayed over defective track
Train services across Essex are experinecing delays following a defective track.
Witham man found with 'small quantity' of cocaine after car crash near Clacton
A Witham man admitted to having a small bag of cocaine as he was stopped after a crash near Clacton.
Residents keen for improvements as new contract announced for leisure centres
Residents are keen to see improvements to leisure centres across the district after it was announced a new operator is set to take over.
Prolific offender who sexually assaulted teen girl on Essex bus jailed for 5 years
A PROLIFIC offender who sexually assaulted a teenage girl and a woman on a bus in Essex has been jailed for more than five years.
Essex police arrest 21 people in 2 days as part of national scheme to keep women safe
OFFICERS have arrested 21 individuals during the first two days of Essex road patrols, as part of a new initiative focused on keeping women and girls safe.
Essex police officer dismissed for gross misconduct following hearing
AN Essex police officer has been dismissed following a misconduct hearing.
Essex airport announces return of flights to German city for renowned beer festival
London Stansted will once again offer direct flights to Munich for Oktoberfest.
Assault near Braintree with police wanting to speak to man and witnesses
Essex Police would also like to speak to a man and woman who stopped as potential witnesses.
Major refurbishment works completed at Maldon's amphitheatre
The improvements include the introduction of step-free access areas, making the venue more inclusive and accessible to all visitors.
Jeremy Bamber: Cold-blooded killer, or police patsy? Newsquest investigates...
On the 40th anniversary of the White House Farm shootings in Essex, Newsquest investigates the safety of Jeremy Bamber's five murder convictions.
Judge said stalker poses 'high risk of serious harm' as he sent him to prison
A judge said a stalker poses a “very high risk of serious harm” to the public as he jailed him for more than two years.
Braintree woman publishes book about her years in Zambia in the late 60s
“This was the end of the 60s when in this country everything was changing and so it was in Africa.
Community organisations in Witham recognised for dementia-friendly work
The Witham and Braintree Hubs and the Town of Witham have received Essex Inclusive Dementia Community (IDC) Awards.
Prolific stalker who followed women for more than 12 hours a day is jailed
A prolific stalker who followed two women for more than 12 hours a day has finally been imprisoned.
CMXSC at Great Bradfords Junior School in Braintree receive their Ofsted rating
CMXSC at Great Bradfords Junior School has received their rating by Ofsted for its safe, caring, and engaging childcare environment.
Prolific offender banned from 'multiple stores' in Essex area following thefts
A PROLIFIC offender has been banned from a string of stores across an Essex area after stealing clothes from "multiple" businesses.
Blocked junction causing long delays on A12 northbound due to collision
PART of the A12 is blocked due to a collision.
Re-trial for ex-Tesco worker accused of planning gun attack as jury is discharged
The jury was then given a majority direction on July 25 meaning the jury was allowed to return a majority verdict even if not all jurors agree.
Tribute after death of brave police dog who caught knifepoint robbers in Essex
A FEARLESS police dog who was awarded for his bravery after sniffing out knifepoint robbers has sadly died after a short illness
Skylights replaced at train station in Witham to improve experience for passengers
Greater Anglia said it carried out works at the station last month to replace "rusty" and "outdated" skylights.
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