Essex Police find knife possession down by 20% in Braintree after patrols
Essex Police have found a reduction in knife possession by over 20 per cent in Braintree district.
Business which offers community and support with money challenges comes to town
Trusted Money Confidence is a successful business which encourages community support and peer learning about home finances and it's making its way to Braintree.
Braintree school proud of 'incredible' staff and kids after gas leak evacuation
A primary school in Braintree which was evacuated after a gas leak is proud of its ‘incredible’ team and children.
Woman sustains 'potentially serious' leg injury after hit and run in Witham
A woman has sustained a “potentially serious” leg injury after a hit and run in Braintree Road, Witham, with enquiries ongoing.
'Kind, caring, loving' - 'Devastated' family's tribute to Martyn Richardson
Tributes have been shared in memory of Martyn Richardson by his family as plans and donations are made for his funeral.
George Yard Shopping Centre celebrates Christmas with festive light switch-on
Despite Storm Bert fears, George Yard Shopping Centre transformed into a winter wonderland to host its Christmas lights switch on.
Police issue update as body found in waterway confirmed to be Martyn Richardson
Police “acknowledge, wholeheartedly thank and praise” volunteers as they confirm the body found in a waterway in Braintree is Martyn Richardson.
Bucks Fizz star ‘sad’ to say goodbye in final gig before starring in Braintree panto
Mike Nolan is heading to The Insitute in Braintree for its Dick Whittington pantomime.
Second man identified as a suspect in Chelmsford murder investigation
A second man has been identified as a suspect in a murder investigation following the disappearance of a man in Chelmsford.
Man charged after murder investigation launched into disappearance of Essex man
A man has been charged as part of an investigation into murder after the disappearance of an Essex man
