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The Essex splash park that's a ‘favourite’ with children
Booking is essential as this year's opening times are announced
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'I went to one of Essex's best pub gardens with beautiful surrounding countryside'
Things to do in Essex
This joyful pub has a cosy interior with calming colours and enjoyable pictures hung on the walls. On the exterior is a comfortable pub garden set with idyllic views over the countryside
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Pothole on Essex road reappears three weeks after being 'fixed'
Dunmow
The pothole was used as a specific example during a scrutiny session with Essex highways
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Romford worker blew £18k on calls to overseas church using taxpayer-funded phone
Romford
Alessandra Akiwowo made over 1,100 calls worth over £18,000 on a phone given to her by the Cabinet Office
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Heroic husband and wife rescue elderly neighbours from burning home
Essex Police
PC Bridge and Mrs Bridge rushed into the house through the thick smoke to rescue their neighbours
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Demolition work begins to build brand new £15m Harlow transport hub
Harlow
The project costs around £15m and is being funded partly through Harlow's £23.7m Towns Fund investment from central Government
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Essex wedding venue hits back after being ordered to cancel all future events
Planning
The venue, based near the A120, has had their latest appeal rejected by a planning inspector
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M25 diversion route as long stretch of motorway to close for major construction project
M25
Local residents, holidaymakers, concertgoers and sports fans should plan their journeys in advance
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Historic Chelmsford pub to be reopened by Funky Monk
Chelmsford City Council
Broomfield Parish Council had applied for the pub to be designated as an asset of community value.
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Couple forced to live with bathroom covered in mould for 9 years
Dagenham
Alysha Sayers' repeated efforts to reach the council for a resolution have been fruitless until now
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Pubgoers come to the rescue after nearby library catches on fire
Southend
Punters noticed the fire inside the library and instinctively filled containers with water to try and put out the fire
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England’s Euro Squad: Crystal Palace Trio eye a place in the squad
Euro 2024
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The Essex areas given Harry Potter and other magical themed nicknames for a life-saving reason
Essex
Other amusing nicknames include Stinky Bay and Teletubby Hill
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Exact date Aldi's sold-out air fryer £95 cheaper than Ninja will be back in store
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One of Aldi's most popular Specialbuys is coming back for a strictly limited time and it looks set to be tougher to get hold of than ever
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Experts warn of ‘very high probability’ bluetongue animal disease will spread from Europe to Essex and the South East
Essex
The disease affects livestock including cattle and sheep - but it does not affect humans or food safety
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The abandoned Essex railway station once destroyed by fire that's now a community centre
Essex
It was thought the station had to close because it was too expensive to keep running
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Man and woman arrested in connection to 'dine and dash' incidents at Essex restaurants
Crime
They have since been released on bail with conditions not to attend premises that serves food which can't be paid for before consumption
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Soul, Reggae & Ska Festival to hit Hainault at the end of May Bank Holiday
bank holiday
Adult Tickets start from £14.95 and Children's tickets from £5.95 - use code LIVE at checkout for an extra 10% off
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Four new cost of living payments to be paid in June and July to struggling households
The Budget
The government has announced that four new cost of living payments will be made available to help people with their shopping after the scheme was renewed
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Detectives name man charged with murder after fatal stabbing in Chingford
Crime
A man was found with knife injuries inside a property. He sadly died at the scene
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Face of jailed serial shoplifter who's been banned from Tesco, the Co-op and BP garages in Southend
Crime
The estimated combined total of his thefts was more than £1,200
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Jet setters snap up £20 dentist-approved teeth whitening product to bring in your luggage
Shopping
"This product is extremely easy to use. It has made a significant difference in the whiteness of my teeth."
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Chelmsford College's Ofsted rating continues to be ‘Good’
Education
The college remains steadfast in its mission to nurture the leaders and innovators of tomorrow
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Gavin and Stacey to return for final Christmas Day episode this year, James Corden confirms
BBC
James Corden and Ruth Jones confirmed the news today
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The historic landmark a short drive from Essex that inspired a Netflix film
Museums
Sutton Hoo is an Anglo-Saxon burial ground and the site of one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of all time - and it's just a short drive from Essex
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Take a look inside the dazzling new Spirits Bar and Games in Chelmsford that's 'one of the biggest adult playgrounds in Essex'
Things to do in Essex
The games bar boasts a huge amount of attractions including axe throwing, escape rooms, an airsoft shooting range, foot-pool and interactive darts
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The stunning Tudor gatehouse near Colchester the tallest in UK first built by a friend of King Henry VIII
Things to do in Essex
The gatehouse is the tallest of its kind in the UK - and people can stay there either in historic rooms or glamping outside
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Woman pretended to be nurse to steal from wheelchair-bound residents and smiled at CCTV cameras
Crime
She refused to watch the footage of her walking around the facility and smiling at the cameras
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The story behind 'exceptionally rare' female assassin's dagger disguised as a hairbrush that's displayed in Essex
Museums
It was used by a 'femme fatale' who's job it was to lure German officers and high ranking targets into her room before killing them.
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Ilford rapist linked to two attacks caught as police trace hotel stay to images on his social media
Crime
He picked his first victim up in Basildon before driving to an alleway and raping her
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The beachfront hotel with 'exceptional service' named the best in Essex
Things to do in Essex
The Roslin Beach Hotel in Southend-on-Sea has been named the best hotel in Essex for the second year in the Muddy Stiletto Awards
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Brentwood bar loses licence after under-18s 'rave' shuts down high street
Essex Police
The event was organised by three teenagers and descended into chaos due 'incompetent management', police said
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Pensioners tricked by fraudster who pretended they were Essex Police officer
Essex Police
The victims were told they needed to provide all their bank cards to a police courier
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The brilliant Essex schools and teachers shortlisted to be named the best for 'Oscars of education'
Education
Schools and teachers in the East of England shortlisted represent more than half of the 21 categories
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Essex
The Essex areas named among the most depressing to live in the UK
Eleven Essex locations have made it onto the shortlist
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Skincare fans can get free Elemis moisturiser worth £95 with bride-to-be beauty bundle
Skincare
mirror.co.uk
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Man fighting for his life in hospital after being attacked in 'attempted murder' outside Vange post office
Crime
Another man has been arrested and remains in custody
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Police officers who saved woman from falling to her death awarded for their bravery
Essex Police
The officers leapt into action to save the woman who was barely conscious and hanging on by her fingertips
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Single mum faces eviction after refusing to move 260 miles from Essex border to Hartlepool
Essex News
Olivia, whose name has been changed to protect her identity, suffers from PTSD, anxiety and depression due to her difficult past and she went to Redbridge Council for housing help as she had nowhere else to go
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Ellis Whitehouse
Essex's newest Turkish inspired cafe that's a complete gamechanger
Matt Lee
I tried the Essex barbers named Britain's best and it was an incredible experience with a brilliant trim
Ellis Whitehouse
The 'unpretentious' family-run Leigh Bistro restaurant where you're treated like royalty
Matt Lee
I tried making Jamie Oliver's 'amazing' Yorkshire Puddings and it was incredibly easy to follow
Marks and Spencer selling 'flattering' dress shoppers can't wait to wear on holiday
UK & World News
Marks and Spencer shoppers said the knitted dress is "so comfortable" and "beautiful" - 'perfect' for beach holidays
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Three men accused of ATM thefts at Essex Home Bargains are named
Crime
It follows a string of burglaries from January to April this year
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Murder investigation on Essex border after man fatally stabbed and boy left injured
Crime
Officers have arrested a man, 21, on suspicion of murder and causing grievous bodily harm. He remains in custody.
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GMB’s Susanna Reid wears ‘smart’ Boden trousers that are ‘comfortable and flattering’
Susanna Reid
mirror.co.uk
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The Essex school where comedian Lee Evans and a Eurovision contestant went to
Eurovision Song Contest
The secondary is one of the largest schools in Essex
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Face of Essex man who murdered his 'loving' sister and hid her body with a tarpaulin
Crime
Shepherd called the police himself claiming he had fought with his sister and she was unconscious
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Mrs Hinch says she's 'unimaginable pain' after dad's death
Celebs
Cleaning guru Mrs Hinch announced her dad has died 'suddenly but so peacefully in his sleep' in a heartbreaking Instagram post
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'Extremely premature' baby born at 26 weeks saved by East of England Ambulance Service responders
Chelmsford
The responders have been recognised for saving the baby and his mum's lives
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Illuminate your future: 5 great reasons to invest in solar panels in Essex
Partner Stories
Soly aims to help customers find an environmentally-friendly way to power their home
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Lorry overturns on busy road in Leyton while 'travelling at just 5mph'
Essex News
The bus driver came across the scene, which had traffic backed up in three directions in Leyton, East London, for half an hour, earlier this week
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Huge fire breaks out in scrap yard in Brentwood as four fire engines rush to the scene
Brentwood
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined
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Stansted Airport passengers heading to Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Portugal issued passport warning
European Union
The Foreign Office regularly updates its guidance on what tourists need to know before they leave the UK. Here, we look at some of the key bits of advice including passport requirements.
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Driver who made U-turn that caused serious motorbike crash near Harlow avoids jail
Crime
The motorcyclist was thrown on top of the car and into the road
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The old Essex RAF airfield that became home to a now decommissioned nuclear power station
Maldon
It once generated enough electricity to power three towns the size of Chelmsford, Colchester and Southend put together
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Martin Lewis issues money warning to anyone using air fryers instead of ovens
ITV
The Money Saving Expert has issued a warning to anyone thinking of using air fryers instead of ovens, after he received a number of queries about the popular kitchen gadgets
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Police officer seriously injured whilst arresting suspect in Southend high street
Southend
Officers were attending reports of an individual leaving a shop in High Street without paying for goods
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Wedding venue half an hour from Essex that featured in Netflix hits One Day, The Crown, Bridgerton Queen Charlotte
What's On
It was even once the childhood home of all three of King Henry VIII’s children
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Essex wedding venue told it must stop all events by council
Planning
The row between the historic venue and local council has been ongoing since 2022
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Paris Saint-Germain Féminine vs Olympique Lyonnais: A High-Stakes UEFA Women's Champions League Showdown
Champions League
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Delay at HMP Chelmsford could have contributed to prisoner's death
Broomfield Hospital
The Prisons and Probation Ombudsman has commented several times on staff failing to follow the correct emergency procedures in calling emergency codes.
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Live Stansted Airport updates as eGate issues causing major disruption and could leave passengers stranded
Stansted Airport
Border officials have been manually processing travellers instead with images shared to social media showing long queues forming at passport control at several airports
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The gorgeous community coffee shop named best cafe in Essex
Business
The independent business has been named the best cafe in the county by lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos
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Old photos of High Chelmer shopping centre show just how much it's changed over the years
Chelmsford
The High Chelmer has been a fixture of shopping in Chelmsford for many years
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White House Farm
The quiet Essex village that was plunged into the limelight after a grisly murder
The tiny village suddenly became famous for being the setting of one of the most shocking murder cases in UK history
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Family-run pub with 'outstanding' service named the best 'destination' in Essex
Things to do in Essex
It has bagged another accolade after winning "best destination pub" in the county
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Man dies after concerns for welfare near QEII Bridge
Dartford Crossing
Essex Police have shared the very sad update this afternoon
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Man admits murder of 'loving' woman who died in Essex garden
Crime
Shepherd was wearing a loose-fitted top as he admitted the killing at Basildon Crown Court
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M25 traffic delays after van catches fire between M11 and A12 junctions
Traffic and Travel
It follows earlier traffic incidents elsewhere on the motorway in Essex
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Traffic and Travel
Traffic and Travel
M25 traffic delays after van catches fire between M11 and A12 junctions
It follows earlier traffic incidents elsewhere on the motorway in Essex
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M25 Dartford Crossing: Man dies after concerns for welfare near QEII Bridge
Dartford Crossing
Essex Police have shared the very sad update this afternoon
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Live M25 Dartford Crossing updates as 'police incident' shuts QEII Bridge
Traffic and Travel
There are severe delays on top of previous congestion caused by roadworks
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M25 Dartford Crossing severe delays as roadworks get underway to build new emergency areas
Traffic and Travel
Traffic is tailing back to the junction with the M11
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More A12 closures planned as Highways tells drivers told to avoid 'unnecessary' trips
A12
A lot of the work will be done within coned-off sections and working areas, but there will be some weekend lane closures and diversions over the coming months
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Chelmsford
Dunmow
Pothole on Essex road reappears three weeks after being 'fixed'
The pothole was used as a specific example during a scrutiny session with Essex highways
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Essex scrutiny committee under fire over 'private' highways meeting
Conservative Party
Many items around how effective Ringway Jacobs is could have been heard in public
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'I went to one of Essex's best pub gardens with beautiful surrounding countryside'
Things to do in Essex
This joyful pub has a cosy interior with calming colours and enjoyable pictures hung on the walls. On the exterior is a comfortable pub garden set with idyllic views over the countryside
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Three men charged with thefts from ATMs at Home Bargains at Harwich retail park and burglaries across Tendring
Crime
It follows a string of burglaries from January to April this year
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Delay at HMP Chelmsford could have contributed to prisoner's death
Broomfield Hospital
The Prisons and Probation Ombudsman has commented several times on staff failing to follow the correct emergency procedures in calling emergency codes.
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Courts
Romford
Romford worker blew £18k on calls to overseas church using taxpayer-funded phone
Alessandra Akiwowo made over 1,100 calls worth over £18,000 on a phone given to her by the Cabinet Office
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Family 'disappointed' over verdict around death of mental health patient
NHS
Jazz been diagnosed with ‘psychosis induced by drug use’ in 2021
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Enfield masseur 'preyed on vulnerable women' and sexually assaulted victims in their homes
Crime
The man also took pictures of his clients without their knowledge
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Child rapists, erratic drivers and boots full of cocaine - the Essex criminals jailed in April 2024
Crime
We have also seen an Essex drug dealer kill a man in London and a crook who stole Range Rovers and tried to flog them online
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The Essex areas where police officers are tackling a rise in shoplifting
Crime
Troubling figures released by the Office for National Statistics show that shoplifting increased by 37 per cent in England and Wales last year
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Food and Drink
Things to do in Essex
'I went to one of Essex's best pub gardens with beautiful surrounding countryside'
This joyful pub has a cosy interior with calming colours and enjoyable pictures hung on the walls. On the exterior is a comfortable pub garden set with idyllic views over the countryside
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How much tea we drink - and why - as new campaign launches
Food & Drink
64 per cent of the UK’s tea drinkers agreed sipping on a brew can be a mindful moment
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Bella Italia launches £7.99 pasta and pizza deal
Food & Drink
The lunch deal means you get a meal at less than half the normal price
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Gousto launches Greek Odyssey range filled with 10 local dishes
Food & Drink
The taste of Greece without leaving your kitchen
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Greggs launches summer menu with new drinks and returning favourite
Food & Drink
The range launches on Thursday
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The Essex splash park that's a ‘favourite’ with children
Booking is essential as this year's opening times are announced
Michael Gove's 20-word warning to landlords after 'landmark' Herts court win
Hertfordshire
Work has already begun to fix unsafe cladding at Vista Tower, Stevenage, when surveyors raised the alarm about potentially flammable cladding in 2019
Romford worker blew £18k on calls to overseas church using taxpayer-funded phone
Romford
Alessandra Akiwowo made over 1,100 calls worth over £18,000 on a phone given to her by the Cabinet Office
Keep Chiswell Green campaigners launch High Court bid to block green belt homes near St Albans
Hertfordshire
"These developments will turn 70 acres of green into concrete," an inspector looking at plans for 721 homes near St Albans heard
Pothole on Essex road reappears three weeks after being 'fixed'
Dunmow
The pothole was used as a specific example during a scrutiny session with Essex highways
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The average salary you need to earn to buy a home in Essex's most expensive city
One area in Essex is among the top 10 most expensive places to buy a home in the country
Historic Chelmsford pub to be reopened by Funky Monk
Chelmsford City Council
Broomfield Parish Council had applied for the pub to be designated as an asset of community value.
'I went to one of Essex's best pub gardens with beautiful surrounding countryside'
Things to do in Essex
This joyful pub has a cosy interior with calming colours and enjoyable pictures hung on the walls. On the exterior is a comfortable pub garden set with idyllic views over the countryside
Brentwood bar loses licence after under-18s 'rave' shuts down high street
Essex Police
The event was organised by three teenagers and descended into chaos due to 'incompetent management', police said
Single mum faces eviction after refusing to move 260 miles from Essex border to Hartlepool
Essex News
Olivia, whose name has been changed to protect her identity, suffers from PTSD, anxiety and depression due to her difficult past and she went to Redbridge Council for housing help as she had nowhere else to go
Maldon
The Essex splash park that's a ‘favourite’ with children
Booking is essential as this year's opening times are announced
Michael Gove's 20-word warning to landlords after 'landmark' Herts court win
Hertfordshire
Work has already begun to fix unsafe cladding at Vista Tower, Stevenage, when surveyors raised the alarm about potentially flammable cladding in 2019
Romford worker blew £18k on calls to overseas church using taxpayer-funded phone
Romford
Alessandra Akiwowo made over 1,100 calls worth over £18,000 on a phone given to her by the Cabinet Office
Keep Chiswell Green campaigners launch High Court bid to block green belt homes near St Albans
Hertfordshire
"These developments will turn 70 acres of green into concrete," an inspector looking at plans for 721 homes near St Albans heard
Pothole on Essex road reappears three weeks after being 'fixed'
Dunmow
The pothole was used as a specific example during a scrutiny session with Essex highways