Is winter on the way in Essex?
After a warm September it looks as though winter could be on the way as temperatures in Chelmsford are set to be up to 10°C cooler than last week according to the latest Essex Weather report.Rain is...
View ArticleCOMMENT: Why do the big names ignore Chelmsford? It's time for a new arts centre
N OW that Chelmsford is officially a city and that work has started at last on the Army & Navy roundabout and, presumably, also on the dreaded flyover, my interest is now focused on the Civic...
View ArticleClinical Gillingham see off Colchester in Johnstone's Paint Trophy
Colchester United 3-3 Gillingham (2-4 pens)FIRST-HALF strikes from Drey Wright and Sanchez Watt were not enough to prevent Colchester losing on penalties in the second round of the Football League...
View ArticleAcid attack survivor Katie Piper awarded honorary degree by Anglia Ruskin...
A model who was left blind in one eye and with severe disfigurement after acid was thrown over her face has received an honorary degree from Anglia Ruskin University. TV presenter and author Katie...
View ArticleWhere can I see the Blood Moon today?
Skywatchers across the world have been treated to the stunning sight of a lunar eclipse today.The so-called blood moon was seen in parts of the US at around 8am GMT and in Asia at about 10am.It will be...
View ArticleWhat time does England vs San Marino kick off and what channel is it on?
England are preparing to play two European Championship qualifying games on the back of a hard fought win against Switzerland.The first clash, against perennial whipping boys San Marino, will take...
View Article5 more places in Essex to go for an autumn walk
If autumn is the season to sit back on the sofa and tuck into hearty meals, then it's also the time to walk it all off.Essex has some beautiful places to admire the sights and sounds. See below for...
View ArticleNew boss Kimble will bring professionalism to Maldon & Tiptree
MALDON & TIPTREE'S new manager Alan Kimble believes the squad he has inherited just need guidance if they are to improve.The Jammers are going through a torrid time at the moment, with seven league...
View ArticleWilson's fury as Heybridge Swifts' fringe boys let him down
FUMING Heybridge Swifts manager Keith Wilson revealed he was 'embarrassed' by his team's performance as they surrendered a two-goal lead to lose 4-2 at home to Brentwood Town on Tuesday night.Swifts...
View ArticleBoss Hawkes says Chelmsford City are the fittest side in the league
CHELMSFORD City boss Mark Hawkes has declared that his side are the fittest in the Vanarama Conference South.Despite playing with ten men for more than half of Monday night's 1-0 derby defeat by...
View ArticleWitham Town boss Kimble expects a battle in Needham Market FA Cup clash
GARRY KIMBLE admits that he is expecting a "war" when his Witham Town side travel to Needham Market in the FA Cup third round qualifying this weekend.The last time the two faced each other was in the...
View ArticleJamie Oliver confirms opening date for new Chelmsford restaurant
CELEBRITY chef Jamie Oliver has confirmed that the doors of his new restaurant will open in Chelmsford in just under two weeks time. Jamie's Trattoria will open on October 20 on High Street, creating...
View ArticleMan attacked with monkey wrench in Laindon
A man from Laindon was attacked with a monkey wrench after a fight with five men broke out in an off licence last Saturday.The 34-year-old victim entered the Pints and Litres off licence at the Laindon...
View ArticleHalley's Comet to be visible in the skies over Essex almost 50 years early
Stargazers could be in for rare a treat with the arrival of Halley's Comet in the night sky later this month.Dust from the incredible lights display is expected to be visible in the night sky on...
View ArticleFour vehicle smash closes A12 southbound near Kelvedon
THE A12 southbound near Kelvedon is likely to be shut well into this evening (October 8) after a "serious collision" involving two lorries and two cars.Emergency services are at the scene of the...
View ArticleCannabis factory trio hid 370 plants at kennels and dog groomers
THREE men have pleaded guilty to producing cannabis after 370 plants were found at a boarding kennels and dog groomers.The Class B drugs, which have a street value of roughly £310,000, were discovered...
View ArticleMemorial service to be held at Chelmsford Cathedral for fatally stabbed...
A public memorial service for Colin Evans, who was found dead in a flat in Broomfield Road last week, is to be held at Chelmsford Cathedral. Visitors and volunteers at the Sanctus charity will gather...
View ArticleEssex County Council solicitor dubbed 'Piggy Eyes' hailed Hitler's management...
A TOP solicitor working for Essex County Council praised the management techniques of Hitler in front of his staff, and earned the nickname 'Piggy Eyes' for the way he ogled women.The criticisms were...
View ArticleClacton polls open as Douglas Carswell looks set to become Ukip's first...
The polls have opened for the Clacton by-election, which will make history if Douglas Carswell becomes UKIP's first ever elected MP.Mr Carswell is no stranger to Clacton, having triggered the...
View ArticleDid you spot the Gimp Man of Essex in Chelmsford?
The PVC-clad mystery fundraiser otherwise known as the Gimp Man of Essex was spotted in Chelmsford yesterday.Dressed in bondage gear - complete with gimp mask - the charity-minded chap donates money to...
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