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Decision to end lollypop crossing outside Essex school 'defies belief'
The local community is calling for 'immediate action' saying increased traffic is becoming very dangerous for pupils, parents and staff
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Teen charged with drug offences after being arrested in Chelmsford
A TEENAGER has been charged with drug offences, after being arrested in Chelmsford last weekend.
Weather experts warn of strong winds and rain in Essex as Storm Eowyn sweeps in
Essex Weather Centre is warning Storm Eowyn will bring wet and windy conditions to the area on Friday
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Full list of 15 Essex train stations that will get contactless payments from next month - with more to come later in 2025
The government is rolling out the tap-in and tap-out service to almost 50 new stations across the South East
Picturesque Essex byway closed after offroad drivers attempt to cross river
Offroad drivers in 4x4s had attempted to cross the river, raising concerns over safety and damage to the river ecosystem
'I explored the abandoned Chelmsford home of woman who murdered her own parents - but I did nothing wrong'
The urban explorer who entered the home has spoken about the visit for the first time
Residents evacuated after Chelmsford home catches 'completely on fire'
The cause of the fire is being investigated
M25 recap after severe crash caused 60 minute delays
Drivers were urged to avoid Brook Street roundabout where possible
Greater Anglia and c2c trains severely delayed after engineering works overrun
Many services are either delayed or cancelled
Tributes to 'much-loved' building contractor among the death and funeral notices from Essex Live and Essex Chronicle this week
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
In pictures: Firefighters on the scene of fire at Basildon recycling centre
FIREFIGHTERS are on the scene of a fire at a recycling centre in Basildon.
Firefighters on the scene as fire breaks out at Basildon recycling centre
FIREFIGHTERS have been called to a fire in a recycling centre in Basildon this afternoon. Crews are 'making good progress' extinguishing the fire with the help of the on-site staff and machinery.
Shwings chicken shop opens at Garrison nightclub in Chelmsford
It has just opened at its new home
Teenager found with 100 wraps of class A drugs and knife in Chelmsford park
He tried to escape on foot, but was quickly stopped by officers
The Essex commuter town with rather cheap homes but residents say 'isn't the best'
The area really does divide people
Which Essex driving test centre do you have the highest chance of passing?
Statistics have revealed which Essex location is the easiest one for learners to pass their driving test.
Award-winning family-run Chelmsford café up for sale with search for new owners
It claims to have a loyal customer base and strong community presence
The Essex village with 'scattered farms and neat houses' among the most handsome in the county
It was plunged into the limelight for the most horrendous reason last year
"Care system could collapse" warns Essex care provider of 20 years ahead of reforms
Lausa Biragi, founder of You and I Care — a home care provider operating in Essex, Surrey and Herts — has spent nearly two decades in the sector.
Eight gorgeous gardens full of winter blooms perfect for a spring stroll
The cost of visiting is also donated to charity too