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Eight-hour closure planned for major junction in Essex tonight
It will be closed for developer works to repair potholes
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Police look to identify men after city centre fight left two men injured
Two people have already been arrested and released on bail
Razorlight: 'I became obsessed with Hylands Park, and now I'm playing State Fayre'
EXCLUSIVE: Razorlight have teased that their setlist for State Fayre will be a 'trip down memory lane'.
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Essex mum's 'menopause brain fog' was actually blood cancer
She hopes to empower the public to spot the signs and speak to their GP as soon as possible if something doesn’t feel right
Children living next to Chelmsford school being refused places due to 'ridiculous' rule
"No-one here will ever get a place for their children"
Large cannabis 'factory' with 420 plants found at former Essex pub
Officers uncover a large cannabis grow inside an abandoned pub near New England, as Braintree neighbourhood police seize 420 plants in a rural drugs operation.
Long-standing County Hall flag replaced after Reform election win
Essex County Council has made a significant change to the flags flown at County Hall after Reform UK’s election victory.
Cancellations after person hit by train with Essex commuters facing disruption
Greater Anglia trains between Essex and London are currently affected due to a person being hit by a train.
High Court injunction issued after unauthorised traveller site built
An injunction has been issued for Willows Green, near Felsted, after the site was 'taken over' by travellers without permission.
Exact date 3 new shops will open at Essex's biggest outlet shopping centre
Some items will be discounted as much as 60%
Drivers facing MILES of congestion on major Essex route
Miles of congestion have built up on the A12 at Copdock Interchange following an incident that has caused significant disruption for drivers.
Murderer who brutally killed elderly wife of 30 years dies in prison
John Chapman who brutally murdered his wife, Jean in 2017 has died eight years after her death in prison.
Meet the Essex-born property tycoon named in Sunday Times Rich List
Jon Hunt, the founder of property agents Foxtons, is a billionaire born in Colchester, Essex. Hunt was recently named on the Sunday Times Rich List.
How this Essex billionaire duo became among richest in the UK
Owners of Matchroom Sport, Barry and Eddie Hearn have been named on the Sunday Times Rich List for 2026.
Homes Under the Hammer star with Essex auction house dies aged 79
Clive Emson, best known for his appearances on Homes Under the Hammer, died peacefully aged 79 on Wednesday.
18 drivers arrested on suspicion of drink and drug offences in ONE day
21 drivers in have been arrested in one day in Chelmsford with 18 relating to drink and drug driving as part of a crackdown.
Councillor will be 'hugely missed' after announcement of his death
Uttlesford Council has announced the death of serving councillor for Great Dunmow North, Alexander Armstrong.
Essex mental health service extends support for families after baby loss
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is extending its support to families experiencing baby loss.
Police on key road closed for more than three hours after serious crash
Lower Burnham Road in North Fambridge is shut both ways between Rookery Lane and Fambridge Road.
Rich list reveals wealthiest people in Essex (with their estimated fortunes)
The richest people in Essex have been revealed according to the Sunday Times Rich List for 2026.