Health and safety investigation launched into explosion at Essex farm
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a formal investigation into the fire and explosion Highlands Farm on Friday, July 24.
All train lines BLOCKED on busy routes as major disruption continues
Rail passengers in Essex are continuing to face major disruption after a signalling fault between Shenfield and Romford has been ongoing for nearly eight hours.
13 supercars seized on Essex motorway after major stop
Thirteen supercars have been seized following reports of dangerous driving on the M11 in Essex.
Parts of Essex to be hit by downpours TONIGHT - which areas will be affected?
Bands of rain are expected to move east across Essex overnight, bringing showers to many areas after midnight before clearing the county’s coast.
Severe delays of 30 minutes on major route as lane closed
Drivers are facing severe delays on the M11 this afternoon, after one lane was closed near Bishops Stortford due to a broken down vehicle.
New Essex development brings nearly 100 homes to countryside commuter spot
New show homes have been unveiled at a housing development offering modern country living with city connections in Takeley.
Three men jailed for 15-and-a-half years over £225k smash-and-grab robbery
Three Essex men have been jailed for a combined 15-and-a-half years for their roles in a £225k smash-and-grab robbery in London.
Ryanair suspends Stansted route in 'major' schedule shake-up
Ryanair has suspended its winter service from Stansted to Bosnia and Herzegovina’s capital ahead of a major summer expansion.
Listed - All the Essex businesses named winners at prestigious awards
A number of businesses in Essex have been named winners at the Great Taste Awards for 2026.
Man dies following serious crash on rural village road
A man has died following a serious crash in Littlebury near Saffron Walden in the early hours of July 29.
One of the world's largest ships to dock in Essex next week
One of the world’s largest container ships is set to dock in Essex next week, at London Gateway Port, Thurrock.
Serving Essex PC sacked after intimate relationship during bail conditions
An Essex Police officer has been dismissed without notice for gross misconduct following a private disciplinary hearing relating to a personal relationship.
Journalist receives apology and 'substantial damages' from Essex PFCC
A journalist has received an apology and "substantial damages" from the police fire and crime commissioner for Essex.
Live updates as Greater Anglia cancel services across Essex
Greater Anglia have cancelled a list of services across Essex this morning, including at Southend Victoria and Wivenhoe.
Mayhem for commuters as rail services in and out of Essex CANCELLED
A list of Greater Anglia services across Southend, Wivenhoe and Elsenham have been cancelled this morning, causing severe disruption for morning commuters.
Gemma Collins announces death of her mum in emotional tribute
Former The Only Way is Essex star, Gemma Collins has announced the death of her mum Joan with an emotional tribute.
Thick black smoke to be seen 'for some time' as tyre blaze being tackled
Thick black smoke can be seen from a major fire involving a large number of tyres near Chelmsford.
RECAP as firefighters tackle 'a huge number of incidents' across Essex
Crews are currently responding to a number of fires across Essex, with some producing large amounts of visible smoke.
Smoke seen across two towns as firefighters at scene of large blaze
A large fire near Chelmsford is sending smoke that can be seen from Braintree and Witham.
Four miles of traffic on A12 with police at scene of breakdown
Two lanes are closed on the A12 due to a broken-down lorry near Hatfield Peverel.
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