World Cup 2014: What time does coverage start on BBC One and ITV?
Argentina and Germany won't the only ones battling it out for World Cup 2014 glory this evening - the broadcasters will also be going toe-to-toe. Coverage of the final at the Maracana in Rio starts at...
View ArticleEssex welcomes sport of kings as Dukes Polo comes to Chelmsford
Revellers sipped champagne on hay bales and danced to live music all whilst watching top class sporting action as the 'the sport of kings' came to Chelmsford this weekend. The two-day Dukes polo...
View ArticleFamily of man stabbed to death in Southend pays tribute to "Uncle Hass"
The family of a man who died after being stabbed in Southend have said that no words can describe what they have been going through since his death.Hassan Mohammed, 24, of Camberwell in London, died in...
View ArticleWhere are the beer and cider festivals in Essex this summer?
The county is set to heat up over the next few weeks as we head into the summer holiday period, and what better way to spend it than in a beer garden.Beer festivals are due to pop up at pubs and venues...
View ArticleIn court: a round up of cases heard by Essex magistrates
CASES heard by Chelmsford and Colchester magistrates from Thursday May 15 to Wednesday May 21.Sent to prisonLEE MONK, 29, of Maldon Road, Witham, was given a 12 week prison sentence for driving along...
View ArticleMan hit over head with metal bar in Tiptree
Essex Police are appealing for information after a man was hit over the head with a metal bar in Tiptree. The incident happened at around 3.30am on Thursday, July 3 somewhere between Walnut Tree Way...
View ArticleWhat a scorcher! Sunshine expected in Essex as temperatures tipped to hit 27C
After a mixed weekend in terms of weather with bright sunshine and heavy showers Essex residents will be pleased to hear that the county could see highs of 27C next week. The Essex Weather centre has...
View ArticleNew Chelmsford police chief admits beat officers could be cut back
CHIEF Inspector Alan Cook is not your typical policeman.The history graduate this year published a book about truncheons, has juggled almost his entire career with senior roles at St John Ambulance and...
View ArticleRoad defects increase as council steps up pothole repair work
THERE are 20 per cent fewer potholes, cracks and other defects on Essex's roads compared to three months ago, latest figures show. According to the quarterly figures released on Friday the number of...
View ArticleTTC Win Best Dressed Team at Birkett's Race for Business 2nd year...running
What do the names Valdik and Hetti have in common? They're localised versions of Martin Handford's beloved cartoon character famous for hiding in big crowds of people! On Thursday 26th June theTTC...
View ArticleRSPCA appeal after youths 'seen kicking duck to death near Sainsburys in...
A group of teenagers was reportedly seen kicking and stamping a duck until it died from its injuries.The RSPCA has appealed for information from anybody who mightThe alleged offence took place last...
View ArticleChelmsford pensioner Patrick Satterley denies sexual activity with girl, 5
A 70-YEAR-OLD man has denied partaking in sexual activity with a five-year-old girl.Patrick Satterley, of Copland Close, Great Baddow, Chelmsford, pleaded not guilty at Chelmsford Crown Court today...
View ArticleVIDEO: See spectacular views of Essex from the sky
A new website dedicated to breathtaking images in mid-air has showcased video showing parts of Essex as you've never seen them before.The clips, uploaded to Dronestagram show various parts of the south...
View ArticleVIDEO: Help police identfy this jet ski rider seen doing 35mph on River...
POLICE have released CCTV footage of a dangerous jet-ski rider seen speeding in shallow water at 35mph - just yards from children on a canoeing lesson. In the video, the rider can be seen hurtling at...
View ArticleChelmsford struggle to disappointing loss to Ilford
Shepherd Neame Essex League Premier Division Chelmsford...163 all out Ilford...164-5 Chelmsford endured a disappointing afternoon after losing to Ilford by five wickets at Chelmer Park. Notwithstanding...
View ArticleChelmsford City Racecourse is granted 12 'start-up' fixtures
The new owners of Chelmsford City Racecourse have been granted 12 fixtures for the 2015 season.The British Horseracing Authority today announced the course, formally named Great Leighs Racecourse, will...
View ArticlePolice helicopter called to suspicious activity near Moulsham Street in...
Police were called to Chelmsford this morning (July 14) after reports of suspicious activity.The Essex Police helicopter was dispatched above Lady Lane at about 11am to assist officers on the ground A...
View ArticleGreat Baddow attempted murder suspects released due to 'insufficient evidence'
Two men arrested on suspicion of attempting to murder a 17-year-old boy in Great Baddow have been released without charge.The 35-year-old man from Chelmsford and 22-year-old man from Thurrock will face...
View ArticleLiberal Democrats call-in decision not to pursue Lord Hanningfield for £51k...
A DECISION not to pursue Lord Hanningfield for the £51,000 he allegedly owes Essex County council has been challenged by the leader of the Liberal Democrats. Cllr Mike Mackrory has 'called-in' the...
View ArticleVIDEO: Jessica Judd third in Glasgow Grand Prix
CHELMSFORD Athletic Club's Jessica Judd revealed she used the carrot of an imaginary medal to ensure she powered over the line in third place at the Sainsbury's Glasgow Grand Prix and boosted her...
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