Braintree and Witham Times

A dispersal order will be in place across the Braintree district in response to a planned car cruise which we believe may include illegal and reckless activity.

A “rogue handyman” from Braintree made headlines in South Wales when he took almost £42,000 from more than eight households and left the work incomplete.

A “rogue handyman” from Braintree made headlines in South Wales when he took almost £42,000 from more than eight households and left work incomplete.

A burlesque dancer who produced her first professional show for Valentine’s Day is thrilled that it “went down a storm.”

A FAMOUS guitar hero from Colchester and a seasoned musician have spoken to The Gazette, ahead of a big festival event in the city – the pair say it will “be great”.

Essex RSPCA centres and Danaher Animal Home have plenty of pets that are looking to find new owners

Famous comedian Paddy McGuinness enjoyed a stay at a luxury hotel and spa near Colchester after playing a comedy show.

Select has announced the closure of its Witham store after 25 years on high street as part of a nationwide shutdown of 35 branches by mid-March.

Visitors can explore a diverse selection of crafts, from pottery, woodwork, and fused glass to basketry, lino printing, and watercolour art.

Police are appealing for help to locate a man with connections to Essex who is wanted for breaching a court order.

A man who kept animals in “appalling” conditions has been handed a suspended jail sentence after breaching a ban on keeping animals.

With the Braintree District-wide bin consultation nearing its end, we asked you your thoughts on the possible waste collection changes.

A couple who are running the London Marathon for charity can be spotted doing their training in “hilarious” costumes.

The incident began when officers were alerted to the theft of a silver Land Rover in Bishop’s Stortford, which was then driven into Essex.

The budget was presented and approved at a full council meeting on Monday, February 24.

Marian and Tony, who are both fitness enthusiasts, sold their four-bedroom detached house in Writtle and moved to Kelvedon.

A woman has been arrested and charged with nine shoplifting offences in Braintree town centre.

The collision took place in Little Waltham on the Essex Regiment Way on the evening of February 24.

Valentine's Day may have come and gone, but that doesn't mean all notions of enjoying a romantic meal should end on February 14!

A PRIMARY School in Essex is closed today after being added to an emergency list.