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Braintree residents honour fallen at Remembrance events
Residents across the Braintree district gathered for Remembrance commemorations honoring fallen service personnel and civilians. The main service took place Nov. 8 at Braintree and Bocking Public Gardens, followed by…
Essex leader opposes Wethersfield asylum centre expansion
Essex County Council leader Peter Harris has expressed strong opposition to the Home Office's plan to expand the Wethersfield asylum centre. The proposed expansion would increase the site's capacity to 1,245 residents…
Major Essex A-road shuts after huge multi-vehicle crash
The A120 westbound in Essex is currently closed following a multi-vehicle collision that occurred around 9:20 am today. The incident, located between the A131 Braintree and A12 Marks Tey junctions, has caused…
Home Office seeks to extend of Wethersfield asylum site
The UK Home Office has applied to extend the use of the MDP Wethersfield site in Essex as accommodation for asylum seekers beyond April 2027. The government aims to phase out the use of asylum hotels by utilizing former…
Home Office bid to use Wethersfield asylum site for longer
The UK government has submitted a formal proposal to extend the use of the former MDP Wethersfield airbase as asylum accommodation beyond April 2027. While the Home Office aims to reduce reliance on hotels, local…
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50 drivers stopped after Braintree police crackdown
Essex Police have conducted a crackdown on anti-social behaviour in the Braintree district, stopping over 50 motorists and seizing 15 e-bikes and e-scooters during October. District commander Chief Inspector Martin…
Braintree gym spinathon raises almost £1,400 for hospice
A Braintree gym successfully hosted its second annual spinathon, raising nearly £1,400 for Farleigh Hospice. More than 50 participants took part in the day-long event, which featured cycling sessions and fancy dress to…
Essex councillor sparks row with deleted immigration post
Essex county councillor Carl Johnson is facing backlash after deleting a social media post that claimed the UK had been “deliberately infiltrated” and questioned the right of migrants and their children to hold elected…
Beloved bakery to close after nearly 20 years serving 'wonderful' village
Knead Food, a popular artisan bakery located at the Blue Egg Farm Shop in Great Bardfield, has announced it will close permanently on Christmas Eve after nearly 20 years of operation. The owners expressed gratitude to…
Essex café announces it will close after nearly 20 years
Knead Food, a popular café in Great Bardfield, has announced it will close permanently on Christmas Eve after nearly 20 years of operation. The business, located off Braintree Road, shared the news in an emotional…
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Reform councillor slammed for immigration Facebook post
Essex County Council Reform councillor Carl Johnson is facing backlash after posting controversial comments on Facebook regarding immigration and elected officials. Johnson claimed the UK has been "deliberately…
Police search for man after Rayne 'indecent exposure'
Essex Police are searching for a man in connection with an incident of indecent exposure that occurred in Rayne on September 30. The suspect reportedly fled down Brunwin Road after being confronted by a member of the…
Police launch CCTV appeal after man exposes himself in Rayne
Essex Police have released a CCTV appeal to identify a man involved in an indecent exposure incident in Rayne. The event occurred on Shalford Road on September 30, where the suspect allegedly exposed himself to members…
Man attacked and bag stolen in Braintree Market Place
Essex Police are investigating a robbery in Braintree Market Place that occurred on October 29. A man in his 50s was assaulted by two suspects wearing balaclavas, who stole a bag containing valuables worth a five-figure…
Essex mum's diabetes warning after son's diabetes crisis
Natalie Gurney, a mother from Rayne, has launched a petition calling for mandatory type 1 diabetes awareness training for childcare professionals and teachers. Her campaign follows a medical crisis in January when her…
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Silver End man admits drug possession with intent to supply
Daniel Doe, 34, of Silver End, has pleaded guilty at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court to possessing Class A drugs, including crack cocaine and heroin, with intent to supply. He was arrested on October 30 in Braintree after…
Superdry seeks staff at Braintree Village with discounts
Superdry is hiring a full-time Retail Team Leader at its Braintree Village location. The fashion retailer is offering competitive pay, flexible working patterns, and staff discounts of up to 50 percent. Applicants are…
Crash partially blocks A120 westbound at Galley's Corner
A road traffic collision has partially blocked the A120 westbound at Galley's Corner near Braintree, Essex. The incident is causing significant delays for motorists in the area. Authorities have not yet confirmed the…
How to get free pints at these Essex pubs this November
Rugby fans in Essex can receive a free pint at participating pubs by correctly predicting the winner of Nations Championship matches. The promotion, running from November 6 to November 29, is a partnership between…
Braintree Town beat Norwich City U21s in National League Cup
Braintree Town secured a 3-1 victory against Norwich City under-21s in the National League Cup at Cressing Road. Zachary Hambury opened the scoring for Braintree, followed by a penalty from captain Alfie Matthews after…
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Black Notley's Dominic Moss jailed for assaulting girlfriend
Dominic Moss, 19, of Black Notley, has been sentenced to two years in prison for assaulting his pregnant girlfriend. Moss admitted to multiple charges, including actual bodily harm, controlling and coercive behaviour…
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Next to make return to Braintree Village before Christmas
Retailer Next is scheduled to reopen at Braintree Village on December 9, just in time for the Christmas shopping season. The new 5,061 sq ft store will offer discounted menswear, womenswear, and childrenswear. The…
Former Colchester defender Ryan Clampin lands new role
Former Colchester United defender Ryan Clampin has joined Braintree Town in a new player-coach role. The 27-year-old left-back will assist manager Steve Pitt and his assistant Tom Austin at Cressing Road. Clampin…
Braintree Town claim back-to-back wins after Hampton victory
Braintree Town secured back-to-back victories after a hard-fought 1-0 win against Hampton and Richmond at Cressing Road. Louie Johnson scored the decisive goal in the 17th minute, helping the Iron claim vital points in…
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Braintree drug dealers jailed for combined total of 10 years
Two drug dealers, Gemma Dee and Barry Wilkey, have been sentenced to a combined total of over ten years in prison for supplying crack cocaine and heroin in Braintree. Appearing via video link at Chelmsford Crown Court…
Used 2012 VAUXHALL CORSA for sale
A 2012 Vauxhall Corsa VXR is currently listed for sale on PistonHeads for £1,500. The vehicle, which has 92,000 miles on the clock, is described as being in good condition despite recent damage to the passenger door…
Essex mill converted into £1.45 million five-bedroom home
A historic 19th-century water mill in Cressing, Essex, has been transformed into a luxury five-bedroom residence. The Grade II-listed property, located on Bulford Mill Lane, features over 6,300 square feet of living…
Illegal tobacco worth thousands seized in Braintree
Essex Police and Trading Standards seized thousands of pounds worth of illegal tobacco from shops in Braintree during a joint operation on October 22. Part of the NCA-coordinated 'Operation Machinize,' the raid targeted…