Braintree15 hrs agoThree injured after shotgun fired in town centre"Targeted attack" between two groups has been linked to the sale of drugs, Essex Police say.15 hrs ago3 days agoRetrospective application made for traveller siteA field remains covered in loose-laid hardcore after unauthorised work over a May Bank Holiday.3 days ago4 days agoMatches postponed as fans worry club could foldThe Isthmian Football League is postponing Maldon & Tiptree's matches this weekend.4 days ago7 days agoIs an ex-airbase housing asylum seekers just a 'holiday camp'?The leader of Essex County Council makes the comment after touring MDP Wethersfield.7 days ago8 days agoFans say owners can no longer fund football clubMaldon and Tiptree FC's fans' association says it has seen a message sent to management and players.8 days ago18 Aug 2026'Prolific sexual offender' jailed for child abuseThe 21-year-old is sentenced after admitting eight offences including assault and attempted rape.18 Aug 202617 Aug 2026Widespread rail disruption due to signalling faultGreater Anglia says services may be delayed or cancelled.17 Aug 202615 Aug 2026Derailed train line 'unlikely' to reopen this weekendGreater Anglia says it is working "around the clock" the resume normal services as soon as possible.15 Aug 202612 Aug 2026Messy skip hire site risk to human safetyOwner Roy Brett, 66, tells the Environment Agency he "doesn't do emails".12 Aug 2026...
