EACH charity Christmas tree recycling scheme expands into Essex
East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) is expanding its Christmas tree recycling scheme into Essex.
Villagers host anti-pylon protest backed by MP as consultation deadline looms
National Grid previously announced plans for a 180kilometre electricity transmission connection between Norwich and Tilbury in 2022.
Parking bosses announce huge surplus for 2025 - see how much they expected
A local government service responsible for parking enforcement in public areas has drawn a positive balance as new spending figures have been published.
Colchester Zoo's new advert showcases the special world and hidden work of all
Colchester Zoo’s new Christmas advert is an inspiring behind-the-scenes look at daily life and the hidden work at the zoo.
Essex weather: Forecasters predict snow this week
Forecasters have said there is a chance parts of Essex could see snowfall later this week.
Inquest to be held into death of ex-policeman who died after hospital procedure
Brian Darton, 79, was admitted to Colchester Hospital in July after suffering a cough and breathlessness.
Memorial for 51 fatal crashes on Essex roads launches for Road Safety Week
Adam Pipe, the head of roads policing for Essex Police, has shared damning statistics for collisions on the county’s roads for Road Safety Week.
Strictly Air Ambulance 2026 to raise vital funds for life-saving services
Strictly Air Ambulance 2026 is returning to Brentwood to raise funds for Essex and Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT).
Leader of Essex County Council shortlisted for national award
Leader of Essex County Council Kevin Bentley has been shortlisted for Leader of the Year at the LGIU and CCLA Cllr Awards.
Driver accused of causing death of cyclist in Witham unanimously cleared by jury
Christopher Murray, 33, was preparing to overtake Dennis Miller in when his van and Mr Miller’s bicycle came into contact with one another.
Study reveals Essex in bottom 3 areas experiencing tool theft from vehicles
A new study by Markel Direct has shown Essex in the bottom three for UK areas which experienced the most instances of tool theft from vehicles.
Jailed in Essex: 5 people put behind bars across the county this month so far
A round-up of individuals already sentenced to jail time so far this month.
Braintree restaurant launches special aubergine hunt with finders winning free meals
A POPULAR Greek restaurant franchise is launching its aubergine hunt in Essex - giving residents the chance to win a free meal on the house.
Greater Anglia: Latest Essex stations you can now tap in to travel to London
A list of additional Essex train stations Greater Anglia passengers will be able to use contactless ticketing at in December.
Braintree shoplifter who grabbed officer by throat in assault has been sentenced
A man who grabbed a police officer by the throat after being caught shoplifting from B&M in Braintree has been sentenced.
Casualty left with ambulance team after being trapped in upside down car near Witham
A casualty was left in the care of an ambulance team after being trapped in an upside down car in Witham on Saturday.
Essex ranked worst in the UK for sending the most waste to landfill
Packaging company Sadlers has analysed the government's local authority collected waste management annual results between 2023 and 2024.
Silverton Builders Merchants in Frinton applies for public licenses across Essex
The business is also applying to keep an extra two goods vehicles, with no trailers, at Silverton Aggregates in Haven Road in Colchester.
Man told neighbour she would be 'brown bread' in campaign of harassment
Jonathan Phillips, 44, targeted Tracey Smith at an accommodation block in Broadway, Silver End, on a regular basis and told her “she would be brown bread” if she came near his flat.
Woman who stole alcohol to fund drugs habit given lifeline by magistrates
A woman from Clacton who stole alcohol to fund her drugs habit has been handed a lifeline by magistrates.
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