ANTHONY Hartigan believes pre-season is particularly important for Southend United this term. A new-look Shrimpers squad started their preparations for the forthcoming National League campaign at the ...

One of the world’s largest container ships is set to dock in Essex this week, offering a rare chance to see a modern mega‑vessel.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a child was seriously injured in a collision involving a lorry in Ongar. Emergency ...

A major lineside fire at Stratford has brought rail services to a standstill, with passengers urged not to travel.

England fans said the Three Lions’ dramatic victory over Mexico has convinced them the team has the momentum to beat Norway ...

LUCA Albon has seen first hand why he thinks England will win the World Cup. The Hockley-based footballer has just returned ...

A busy road has been closed this evening following a police incident, with slow traffic reported in the area. A414 Epping Road is shut in both directions near Chipping Ongar from the A128 High Street ...

A second satirical candidate calling himself Mr Fishfinger has entered the Clacton by-election. The site engineer in ...

A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in relation to the death of Ann Widdecombe. The 78-year-old, who also served as prisons minister and later became an MEP for the Brexit Party ...

A major stretch of the A12 is blocked this afternoon following a crash, with stationary traffic and heavy congestion.

Pictures have been released showing inside a new Waitrose supermarket in Essex which opened earlier today. The 7,000 sq ft ...