Killer’s sentence for murdering ‘defenceless’ Henry Nowak too short, court told
Court of Appeal hears sentence appeals in Vickrum Digwa’s murder case over his 21-year minimum term for killing Henry Nowak in Southampton on December 3.
Stansted Airport flight forced to divert mid-flight over 'bomb threat'
Ryanair flight from London Stansted to Sofia diverted to Plovdiv after a bomb threat, as Aer Lingus and Wizz Air services face disruption across Europe.
Channel 4 AXES hit TV show with major Essex links after 'serious allegations'
Channel 4 axes Essex-linked Married At First Sight UK after 10 years, following reviews into serious rape and sexual misconduct allegations involving cast members.
Viral burger restaurant chain opening long-awaited Essex restaurant next week
Viral burger chain Smoke & Pepper will open its 24th UK restaurant at Chelmsford’s The Meadows on November 9, serving smash burgers and its Flying Dutchman.
New image released in bid to identify mystery man who died at train station
The identity of a smartly-dressed man who died at a London Underground station with a direct rail link to Essex has remained a mystery for more than half a century.
Essex orthodontic funding to help young people get faster access to braces
Hundreds of young people in Essex could soon get faster access to orthodontic treatment.
Henry Nowak's family speak of heartbreak over killer's appeal
The family of Henry Nowak have condemned the early release appeal of his killer and the early release of his mother who hid the murder weapon.
Severe delays as major Essex route blocked due to crash
A12 crash at Junction 17 for the A130 in Howe Green causes delays towards Chelmsford, with northbound traffic partially blocked.
Mother calls for safer Clingoe Hill nine years after 15-year-old son was killed there
Mother of Jayson Gibson, 15, urges lower speed limits and safety measures on Colchester’s dangerous A133 Clingoe Hill, where he died.
Essex weather forecast for Bonfire Night, according to the Met Office
Essex Bonfire Night forecast for November 5: dry, chilly conditions, temperatures around 9C, low rain risk and winds gusting up to 17mph across the county.
Essex man pleads guilty to possessing Class A drugs with intent to supply
Essex man Daniel Doe pleads guilty to possessing crack cocaine, heroin and other drugs with intent to supply after arrest in Braintree; sentencing November 30.
Colchester Zoo announces return of sell-out Christmas experience
Colchester Zoo has announced their reindeer experience has returned for Christmas 2026 from November.
Rise in Essex drug poisoning deaths suggest a 'more troubling picture'
Essex drug poisoning deaths rose 8% to 94 in 2025, with Colchester highest and sharp rises in Basildon and Harlow amid fentanyl-laced drug warnings.
Fashion giant hiring at Essex shopping village with huge employee discount
Superdry is hiring a full-time Brand Lead at Braintree Village, offering retail career opportunities, flexible working and staff discounts of up to 50 per cent.
Wildlife centre urges residents to check bonfires before lighting them
Essex wildlife rescue centre Wildlives urges residents to check bonfire piles for hedgehogs and other animals before lighting them this Bonfire Night.
300-year-old oak crashes onto Essex cricket club clubhouse as appeal launched
Woodham Mortimer Cricket Club launches a fundraiser after a 300-year-old oak damaged its Essex clubhouse on October 24.
Major Essex route to close from TONIGHT as drivers warned of delays
A12 southbound closures between Marks Tey and Hatfield Peverel start November 4 for resurfacing. National Highways advises diversions via A120 and A131.
Safety review launched after train crash at major station with Essex routes
A safety review is under way after a train crashed at London Liverpool Street station, which serves Essex.
Car bursts into flames in 'electrical' blaze as firefighters rush to scene
A car burst into flames in Harlow as firefighters looked to put it out and has been recorded as a possible electrical fire.
Hearing date set in Henry Nowak killer's bid to reduce sentence
Vickrum Digwa’s life sentence for murdering Henry Nowak in Southampton faces Court of Appeal review, alongside Ellie Reeves’s bid to increase it on Thursday.
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