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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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Braintree and Witham Times | News

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.

Braintree and Witham Times | News

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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Braintree and Witham Times | News

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.

Braintree and Witham Times | News

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.

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

Danny Cowley wants in-form Colchester side to seize League Two opportunity

Colchester United boss Danny Cowley on Gillingham clash

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

Wivenhoe parents welcome new mental health support group

Parents in Wivenhoe have embraced a new mental health group offering comfort and support.

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

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.

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

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.

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

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

Braintree and Witham Times | News

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.

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

'An inspiration' - Danny Cowley pays tribute to West Ham legend Billy Bonds

Danny Cowley pays heartfelt tribute to West Ham legend Billy Bonds

Braintree and Witham Times | News

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.

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

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.

Braintree and Witham Times | News

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.

Braintree and Witham Times | News

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.

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

Danny Cowley provides Colchester United injury update ahead of Gillingham game

Colchester United boss Danny Cowley gives injury update ahead of Gillingham

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

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.

Braintree and Witham Times | News

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.

Gazette | Braintree & Witham

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.