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New Met Office weather warning for further thunderstorms across Essex
Large parts of the county could be battered by more high winds and rain later today
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Police warning after large car meet planned for Essex
Essex Police
The order will allow officers to direct anyone suspected of causing anti-social behaviour to leave the area or face being arrested
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Popular Essex restaurant to shut as owner shares plans for future
Chelmsford
They will be shutting the restaurant - much to the disappointment of their customers
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The Essex city centre car park developers wanted to transform into 79 homes
Chelmsford
The uncovered car park has space for 180 vehicles and is just a short walk from the Riverside Leisure Centre and shopping complex
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Man accused of murdering boy, 14, with sword on Essex border is named
Crime
He is due to appear in court today where he also faces charges of attempted murder, grievous bodily harm and aggravated burglary
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Boy killed in Hainault sword attack was 'slashed in the neck and stabbed as he lay on the ground'
Crime
Marcus Arduini Monzo is accused of murdering a 14-year-old school boy
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Man found guilty of manslaughter after teenager stabbed in Chelmsford park
Chelmsford
Andy died from his injuries after an incident in woodland close to Waterson Vale in Chelmsford
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The face of man who killed teenager near Chelmsford park 'to teach him a lesson'
Chelmsford
Officers were called to an incident on February 12, 2023, in which Andy had been seriously assaulted. He was taken to hospital where he sadly died.
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Daniel Anjorin's family pay heartbreaking tribute after 14-year-old killed in Hainault sword attack
Crime
Daniel was on his way to school when he was killed
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Boy, 14, seriously injured after attack by group of people outside Chelmsford primary school
Chelmsford
Officers attended the scene, close to a zebra crossing, after reports of the boy being attacked by five suspects
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Inside the 'truly unique' Essex home designed by James Bond villain architect
Dunmow
The five-bedroom property, near Dunmow, is on sale with Savills for a guide price of £1.25m
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Thursday night’s Premier League action as 23/20 Chelsea are favourites to beat 2/1 Tottenham at bet365
Premier League
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The stunning Tudor gatehouse near Colchester the tallest in UK first built by a friend of King Henry VIII
Things to do in Essex
The gatehouse is the tallest of its kind in the UK - and people can stay there either in historic rooms or glamping outside
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The story behind 'exceptionally rare' female assassin's dagger disguised as a hairbrush that's displayed in Essex
Museums
It was used by a 'femme fatale' who's job it was to lure German officers and high ranking targets into her room before killing them.
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Ilford rapist linked to two attacks caught as police trace hotel stay to images on his social media
Crime
He picked his first victim up in Basildon before driving to an alleway and raping her
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'Extremely premature' baby born at 26 weeks saved by East of England Ambulance Service responders
Chelmsford
The responders have been recognised for saving the baby and his mum's lives
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Lorry overturns on busy road in Leyton while 'travelling at just 5mph'
Essex News
The bus driver came across the scene, which had traffic backed up in three directions in Leyton, East London, for half an hour, earlier this week
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Huge fire breaks out in scrap yard in Brentwood as four fire engines rush to the scene
Brentwood
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined
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Stansted Airport passengers heading to Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Portugal issued passport warning
European Union
The Foreign Office regularly updates its guidance on what tourists need to know before they leave the UK. Here, we look at some of the key bits of advice including passport requirements.
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The Essex streets targeted by a string of burglaries as teenager is arrested
Crime
A teenager has since been arrested
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Hunt for suspects after teen boy rushed to hospital with serious head injury
Southend
The victim, aged 16, is in a serious condition in hospital after suffering head and arm injuries.
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Driver who made U-turn that caused serious motorbike crash near Harlow avoids jail
Crime
The motorcyclist was thrown on top of the car and into the road
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The old Essex RAF airfield that became home to a now decommissioned nuclear power station
Maldon
It once generated enough electricity to power three towns the size of Chelmsford, Colchester and Southend put together
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Martin Lewis issues money warning to anyone using air fryers instead of ovens
ITV
The Money Saving Expert has issued a warning to anyone thinking of using air fryers instead of ovens, after he received a number of queries about the popular kitchen gadgets
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Police officer seriously injured whilst arresting suspect in Southend high street
Southend
Officers were attending reports of an individual leaving a shop in High Street without paying for goods
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Wedding venue half an hour from Essex that featured in Netflix hits One Day, The Crown, Bridgerton Queen Charlotte
What's On
It was even once the childhood home of all three of King Henry VIII’s children
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Primark confirms major change to all stores after 'successful trial' which included Lakeside's store
Primark
The high street giant has confirmed the service will be expanded to all stores in England, Scotland, and Wales after a successful trial period
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Brothers who launched terrifying family feud machete attack at pub jailed for 48 years
Crime
Spurred on after a call from their aunt, Jaydon and Brandon Brown donned balaclavas and armed themselves with 20-inch knives before strolling into a pub on serene Monday evening
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Stephen Mangan says losing his mum to cancer at 45 led him to pursue dream career
Essex
Actor Stephen Mangan has opened up about the death of his mother, who passed away from cancer when he was just 22, and how it inspired him to pursue a career in showbusiness
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Essex Sainsbury's worker sacked after 20 years for clicking 'zero bags used' on self-service checkout
Sainsbury's
Mr Doffou, giving evidence, accepted Sainsbury's zero tolerance approach to theft but insisted he was 'tied' and "unaware of what he was doing" when he took them without paying
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Police release first picture of teenage victim in Hainault 'sword attack'
Crime
Police have officially confirmed the name of a 14-year-old boy who tragically lost his life in an attack in Hainault on Tuesday
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Schoolboy, 14, killed in 'truly horrific' sword attack in Hainault is named locally
Crime
Four others, including two police officers, were injured in the incident and taken to hospital
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The 'magical' Essex mini-festival described to Glastonbury
Elbow
Entertainment guru reveals work that goes on to put on popular Heritage Live shows
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Live A414 traffic updates as serious lorry crash closes road near Writtle with long delays
Traffic and Travel
Police have advised people to avoid the area
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Essex
The Essex areas named among the most depressing to live in the UK
Eleven Essex locations have made it onto the shortlist
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Beauty buffs can get £5 off Lookfantastic's 'winning' subscription box with last chance deal
Beauty
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School ‘tortured’ pupils with staff kicking and hitting children
Education
BBC's File on 4 found that children were locked alone in these calming rooms, which were bare and without natural light. One of which was a former stationary cupboard.
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Police investigation continues at closed off Chelmsford playground after teen found with life-threatening injuries
Chelmsford
A teenage man, 18, remains in a life-threatening condition after an incident in Chelmsford
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Attempted murder investigation launched in Southend after woman stabbed multiple times in home
Crime
Four people were arrested in connection to the vicious attack which has left the victim in hospital
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Ellis Whitehouse
Essex's newest Turkish inspired cafe that's a complete gamechanger
Matt Lee
I tried the Essex barbers named Britain's best and it was an incredible experience with a brilliant trim
Ellis Whitehouse
The 'unpretentious' family-run Leigh Bistro restaurant where you're treated like royalty
Matt Lee
I tried making Jamie Oliver's 'amazing' Yorkshire Puddings and it was incredibly easy to follow
River Island shoppers praise 'beautiful colour' of outfit that suits everyone
UK & World News
River Island's new outfit has been labelled a "show stopper" by excited shoppers keen to get their hands on it for summer
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A414 Writtle crash: Woman in her 80s dies after crash with lorry on major road
Traffic and Travel
Police have appealed for witnesses and anyone with dashcam footage while the road remains closed
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Storm to batter Essex as weather warning issued
Weather
The Met Office has advised there could be disruption to travel overnight
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The best Amazon shopping deals right now including Fire and Ninja
Amazon
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The Essex town where Lidl wants to open a brand new discount supermarket
Saffron Walden
Lidl has revealed a list of desired locations for potential new stores and one is in Essex
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The 'spectacular' Essex pier festival with live music, cocktails and sea shantys
bank holiday
Three days' worth of live music and refreshments will dominate the pier this weekend
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Man arrested after dangerous dog made 'threats to kill' as police officer is attacked in Little Wakering
Crime
An attending police officer was also attacked before a suspect was arrested
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Chainsaw-wielding police raid Harlow homes and seize Class A drugs, cash and weapons
Harlow
The raids were carried out by specialist police officers in the early hours of the morning
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Elizabeth Line could see more trains on tracks to cope with rising demand
Transport
The Elizabeth Line has been a huge addition to TfL's network
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TOWIE's Joey Essex and James Argent forced to hitchhike after getting caught in Dubai floods
The Only Way Is Essex
The Only Way Is Essex stars Joey Essex and James Argent were forced to hitchhike in Dubai after the United Arab Emirates experienced the heaviest rainfall ever recorded in the desert nation
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Smoke engulfs Essex village as locals told to keep windows shut after huge fire
Maldon
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) have advised people nearby to keep their windows and doors closed as there is smoke coming from the fire.
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Come Dine With Me couple with Chingford restaurant caught in airport drug smuggling gang
Come Dine With Me
Nicholas Panayiotou and Eleanar Attard, who appeared on Channel 4's Come Dine With Me: The Professionals, were part of a gang that planned to smuggle 58kg of cannabis into the UK
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Police warning to Ford Fiesta owners after spike in car thefts
Essex Police
The warning comes after a Ford Fiesta was stolen and recovered by officers from Essex Police
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The 20 unusual baby names set to be popular in 2024
Essex
Parents are always on the lookout for unique and unusual baby names, and it seems that 2024 will be no different. Here are 20 rare names that are set to be popular this year
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The picturesque Essex seaside town named the most affordable for commuters
Southend
Essex has many attractive and affordable places for commuters
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EssexLive's new Facebook cover photo as voted for by readers
Chelmsford
After dozens of nominations and hundreds of votes, we are delighted to reveal our new Facebook cover photo
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Great-gran who collapsed in street having cardiac arrest saved by passer-by nurse
Romford
Iris Merry, 78, was out having her haircut in Romford when she suddenly collapsed on the pavement having a cardiac arrest - but luckily nurse Anna Page was on hand to save her
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Teenager, 18, fighting for life after Chelmsford attack
Chelmsford
Police were called to Avon Road on Tuesday night (April 30)
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Paris Saint-Germain Féminine vs Olympique Lyonnais: A High-Stakes UEFA Women's Champions League Showdown
Champions League
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Female police officer 'nearly lost hand' in 'horrific' sword attack in Hainault
Essex
A teenage boy was killed and four others, including two police officers, were injured
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'Senseless' gang lured young man to address for 'drug deal' only to ambush and murder him
Crime
The victim was lured with the promise of a drug deal, only to be ambushed, robbed and killed
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Teenage boy, 13, dies in 'truly horrific' sword-attack in Hainault with four others in hospital
Essex
The events of this morning have been described as "truly horrific" by Chief Superintendent Stuart Bell
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Colchester man who caused A12 to shut for five hours in 'protest' texted friend 'how bad is the traffic'
Colchester
Graham had climbed onto the wrong side of the barrier and claimed that this was in an act of protest
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White House Farm
The quiet Essex village that was plunged into the limelight after a grisly murder
The tiny village suddenly became famous for being the setting of one of the most shocking murder cases in UK history
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Lower Thames Crossing delay sees Government Ministers accused of 'incompetence'
Transport
The long-gestating plan has been on the drawing board since 2009 and has racked up £800million in costs
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EasyJet chaos as airline wrongly tells passengers flights are cancelled
easyJet
EasyJet has apologised after sending out messages to passengers saying their flights had been cancelled due to the 'evolving events in Israel' - but the messages were sent in error
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I visited the all pink café that serves afternoon tea with a twist
Essex Eats
The Waffle Bar swaps out the usual cakes for - you guessed it - waffles!
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Man 'with a sword' arrested after 'people injured' in major police incident on Essex border
Crime
The Met Police have reported several people have been stabbed
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Traffic and Travel
Transport
Greater Anglia and c2c severe delays next week as ASLEF members to go on strike again
There will be little to no trains running due to the strike
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A414 Writtle crash: Woman in her 80s dies after crash with lorry on major road
Traffic and Travel
Police have appealed for witnesses and anyone with dashcam footage while the road remains closed
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Live A414 traffic updates as serious lorry crash closes road near Writtle with long delays
Traffic and Travel
Police have advised people to avoid the area
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Overturned vehicle closes two two lanes on A12
Traffic and Travel
One vehicle was involved and one person has been injured
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M11 diversion route in place as serious crash closes road
Traffic and Travel
National Highways have shared details of an alternative route
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Chelmsford
Essex Police
Police warning after large car meet planned for Essex
The order will allow officers to direct anyone suspected of causing anti-social behaviour to leave the area or face being arrested
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The face of man who killed teenager near Chelmsford park 'to teach him a lesson'
Chelmsford
Officers were called to an incident on February 12, 2023, in which Andy had been seriously assaulted. He was taken to hospital where he sadly died.
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Shwings in Chelmsford to shut restaurant and move into private catering as owners shares plans for the future
Chelmsford
They will be shutting the restaurant - much to the disappointment of their customers
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Andy Wood: Man found guilty of manslaughter after teenager stabbed in Chelmsford park
Chelmsford
Andy died from his injuries after an incident in woodland close to Waterson Vale in Chelmsford
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Boy, 14, seriously injured after attack by group of people outside Chelmsford primary school
Chelmsford
Officers attended the scene, close to a zebra crossing, after reports of the boy being attacked by five suspects
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Courts
Chelmsford
The face of man who killed teenager near Chelmsford park 'to teach him a lesson'
Officers were called to an incident on February 12, 2023, in which Andy had been seriously assaulted. He was taken to hospital where he sadly died.
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Andy Wood: Man found guilty of manslaughter after teenager stabbed in Chelmsford park
Chelmsford
Andy died from his injuries after an incident in woodland close to Waterson Vale in Chelmsford
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Man accused of murdering 14-year-old Daniel Anjorn in Hainault is named by police
Crime
He is due to appear in court today where he also faces charges of attempted murder, grievous bodily harm and aggravated burglary
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Jury concludes Harlow binman died in road traffic collision after 'misjudgement' while crossing road in Loughton
Harlow
He suffered a serious fracture to his ankle after being hit by the car
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Killer who shot innocent woman on doorstep 30 years ago in mistaken identity is still at large
Crime
Police said Karen Reed was totally innocent and her death was a contract killing gone wrong
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Food and Drink
Saffron Walden
The Essex town where Lidl wants to open a brand new discount supermarket
Lidl has revealed a list of desired locations for potential new stores and one is in Essex
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The café in Hornchurch that serves afternoon tea with a delicious twist
Essex Eats
The Waffle Bar swaps out the usual cakes for - you guessed it - waffles!
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Costa bringing back Iced Whipped Lattes as summer menu launches
Food & Drink
There is a new flavour alongside the popular drinks from last year
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You can get 15% off anything at McDonald's in flash deal
Food & Drink
The offer includes the limited-edition menu items
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The Essex restaurant with one of the best bottomless brunches that costs less than £30
Chelmsford
It has been rated it among the best bottomless brunches in Essex - and it also has "a ton of 90 minute options to choose from"
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Police warning after large car meet planned for Essex
The order will allow officers to direct anyone suspected of causing anti-social behaviour to leave the area or face being arrested
Boy killed in Hainault sword attack was 'slashed in the neck and stabbed as he lay on the ground'
Crime
Marcus Arduini Monzo is accused of murdering a 14-year-old school boy
The pub named among Essex's best set to reopen after £500k refurb
Business
The venue - which made the finals of the Essex Eats awards last year - has been shut for 11 weeks for the massive revamp
The face of man who killed teenager near Chelmsford park 'to teach him a lesson'
Chelmsford
Officers were called to an incident on February 12, 2023, in which Andy had been seriously assaulted. He was taken to hospital where he sadly died.
Shwings in Chelmsford to shut restaurant and move into private catering as owners shares plans for the future
Chelmsford
They will be shutting the restaurant - much to the disappointment of their customers
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Chelmsford
Boy, 14, seriously injured after attack by group of people outside Chelmsford primary school
Officers attended the scene, close to a zebra crossing, after reports of the boy being attacked by five suspects
The face of man who killed teenager near Chelmsford park 'to teach him a lesson'
Chelmsford
Officers were called to an incident on February 12, 2023, in which Andy had been seriously assaulted. He was taken to hospital where he sadly died.
Boy killed in Hainault sword attack was 'slashed in the neck and stabbed as he lay on the ground'
Crime
Marcus Arduini Monzo is accused of murdering a 14-year-old school boy
Shwings in Chelmsford to shut restaurant and move into private catering as owners shares plans for the future
Chelmsford
They will be shutting the restaurant - much to the disappointment of their customers
New Met Office weather warning for further thunderstorms across Essex
Weather
Large parts of the county could be battered by more high winds and rain later today
Essex Police
Police warning after large car meet planned for Essex
The order will allow officers to direct anyone suspected of causing anti-social behaviour to leave the area or face being arrested
Boy killed in Hainault sword attack was 'slashed in the neck and stabbed as he lay on the ground'
Crime
Marcus Arduini Monzo is accused of murdering a 14-year-old school boy
The pub named among Essex's best set to reopen after £500k refurb
Business
The venue - which made the finals of the Essex Eats awards last year - has been shut for 11 weeks for the massive revamp
The face of man who killed teenager near Chelmsford park 'to teach him a lesson'
Chelmsford
Officers were called to an incident on February 12, 2023, in which Andy had been seriously assaulted. He was taken to hospital where he sadly died.
Shwings in Chelmsford to shut restaurant and move into private catering as owners shares plans for the future
Chelmsford
They will be shutting the restaurant - much to the disappointment of their customers