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Officers investigating burglary after 'distinctive items' found in garden
Officers in Braintree are investigating after a series of distinctive items are believed to have been stolen from a burglary.
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Arctic blast could bring a blanket of snow to the UK according to forecaster
The UK could be set for some snow in the build up to Christmas, with an Arctic blast predicted to come our way.
Police confirm person hit by train in Colchester was 'pronounced dead at scene'
British Transport Police has confirmed a person hit by a train in Colchester was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Train station heavily used by Essex commuters revealed as busiest in UK
A train station which is heavily used by Essex based commuters has topped the list of busiest across the UK.
Crash near Stansted Airport causing 45 minute delays with lane closure in place
An earlier crash near Stansted Airport on the M11 is causing delays of up to 45 minutes for motorists.
Danny Cowley wants in-form Colchester side to seize League Two opportunity
Colchester United boss Danny Cowley on Gillingham clash
Wivenhoe parents welcome new mental health support group
Parents in Wivenhoe have embraced a new mental health group offering comfort and support.
Colchester subway refurbishment to be delayed by weeks after discovery
A Colchester subway which was due to reopen towards the end of November is still closed off due to a discovery.
Paedophile stashed away thousands of child abuse images at his Clacton home
Alan Spoor, 62, kept the photographs on eight devices which were seized by officers when police carried out a search warrant on his address.
Essex leaders speak against 'cruel and damaging' family farm tax in Budget 2025
It is hugely disappointing that government did not take the opportunity in this Budget to make changes to this cruel, damaging family farm tax policy
Man attacked victim and his wife after dispute about aggressive dog
Jamie Boyce, 37, punched and kicked his victim in May because he was aggrieved about an argument which took place seven months earlier.
'An inspiration' - Danny Cowley pays tribute to West Ham legend Billy Bonds
Danny Cowley pays heartfelt tribute to West Ham legend Billy Bonds
LIVE: Police confirm person hit by train at Essex city's level crossing died
Emergency services are on the scene after a person has been struck by a train in Colchester.
Emergency services at scene of incident after reports of woman being hit by train
Police and ambulance were the first to arrive at the East Street level crossing where a train was heading from the Hythe towards Colchester North railway station.
Man arrested and dog removed after five separate reports of dog offences
A dog has been removed and a man has been arrested in Essex after five separate reports relating to dog offences.
Dog found dead in Clacton after body washes up on beach
The dog, which is believed to be a male terrier Jack Russell, was found by a member of the public on Wednesday, November 19.
Danny Cowley provides Colchester United injury update ahead of Gillingham game
Colchester United boss Danny Cowley gives injury update ahead of Gillingham
Colchester mum's premature baby denied vital RSV vaccine due to 'gap in policy'
Colchester mother says a gap in national vaccination policy has left her premature baby vulnerable to serious respiratory illness — despite repeated attempts.
Essex University campus closure 'political' says mayoral candidate
The Green candidate for Essex Mayor has promised to champion opportunities for the county following the closure of a university campus.
Pedestrian was hit by car in fatal accident on A133
Harvey O’Donnell, 22, was treated at the scene and taken to Colchester Hospital where he died from his injuries the following morning.