Guide Dogs charity says access refusal is 'devastating' after taxi driver fined
A charity said access refusal is devastating for guide dog owners after a taxi driver was fined more than £1,000 in Witham.
Boy carried knife in town and called police himself as 'cry for help'
A boy carried a nine-inch knife in a town and called the police himself as “a massive cry for help”.
'Chocolate box' village in stunning Essex countryside named among England's best
This Essex 'chocolate box' village is set in the stunning Essex countryside and has been named among England's best.
Council meets business leaders after government's decision to scrap A12 scheme
The long-planned proposal aimed to expand the road to three lanes between Junctions 19 and 25.
Braintree Leisure gets new operator as old operators end 13-year contract
Freedom Leisure will take over the operation of Braintree Council's leisure services from the start of September, taking over from Fusion Lifestyle.
Winners restaurant and coffee bar is a perfect place for a delicious bite
As one of Essex’s most picturesque villages, Finchingfield is a perfect spot for a bite to eat on a summer’s day.
Boy punched a man in the head after argument at football game, a court heard
A boy told a Magistrate, “That’s all bull****” after he admitted to an assault after a football game.
Nigel Farage leads tributes to 'pioneer' James Whale after death aged 74
The radio broadcaster James Whale has died at the age of 74 due to cancer, with Nigel Farage among those paying tribute
Newsquest to publish souvenir supplements for Teenage Cancer Trust anniversary
Newsquest has announced it will be publishing souvenir supplements across its titles to mark the Teenage Cancer Trust's 35th anniversary
Drug dealers hit with 340 years in prison amid major police crackdown in Essex
The convictions are the result of a six-month crackdown led by the Serious Violence Unit
Live: Heavy traffic on key road in Essex after reported 'crash'
Heavy traffic is affecting the eastbound carriageway on the A120 following a reported incident.
Police asking for help to find 36-year-old wanted man with connections in Essex
Essex Police are appealing for help to locate a man on recall to prison.
Three lucky Essex residents scoop top prizes as August Premium Bond winners revealed
The big winners of this month's Premium Bonds draw have been revealed with five lucky Essex residents claiming the second highest prize
Epping asylum hotel: Minister warns protests must not 'have a pop at the police'
Protests outside hotels housing asylum seekers must not be used to “have a pop at the police”, the border security minister has warned.
Two more men charged following violent disorder at Epping migrant hotel
Two more men have been charged in connection with disorder outside a migrant hotel in Epping.
Young adults with Down Syndrome enjoy learning new skills with firefighters
A team of young adults with Down Syndrome showed their new firefighting skills to friends and family after a special course.
Residents and businesses asked to have their say on future of Essex transport
The plan outlines how transport can support individuals, commerce and communities across the county.
Free Christmas market in Essex to open in less than six weeks
One of Essex’s most popular Christmas markets is opening in less than six weeks.
Some of the most notable road closures across north and mid Essex in the coming weeks
Here are some of the most notable road closures coming up across north and mid Essex in the coming weeks.
Man charged with kidnap after reports of firearms being discharged
A man who has been charged with kidnap and other violent offences is remanded in custody.
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