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Plans for 910 homes and revamp of notoriously busy Billericay junction rejected
It could have led to major works on an incredibly busy junction
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Woman with serious mobility issues left in pain after being 'told to walk' during Blue Badge assessment
Maureen uses a four-wheeled walker and takes medication for her pain
Furious residents fight against controversial plans for 4,900 new homes on farmland
The 'disappointed' residents will be protesting against the plans
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Could it snow in Essex next week? Forecasters give verdict
Met Office forecasts colder UK weather from Sunday, with fog and possible snow on November 12. GFS maps show heavy snow across northern England next week.
Fire service provide update after blaze breaks out at much-loved spa
Buddha Sanctuary Spa in Canvey has halted treatments after a fire broke out in an electrical cupboard on High Street on November 3; firefighters attended.
What the US elections could mean for fuel prices and your bills
US midterm elections could affect UK fuel prices, inflation and interest rates as the Iran conflict disrupts oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
Two babies and adult taken to hospital after six-vehicle crash on major route
Two babies and an adult were taken to hospital after a six-vehicle crash on the A14 westbound near Claydon, Suffolk, on November 3.
Major disruption on c2c network with delays expected for hours
Passengers travelling on the c2c network are facing hours of delays due to a signalling fault.
£50,000 earners face major tax change this week HMRC explains what happens next
HMRC has issued five important reminders to sole traders earning over £50,000 ahead of the November 7 Making Tax Digital quarterly update deadline.
‘I buried them both’: Mum’s 14-year fight for answers after care failures
Melanie Leahy demands justice and accountability after losing her son Matthew and partner Colin following care by health services in Essex.
'So much more hope' for Leigh teen with rare condition as letter handed to PM
A Leigh teenager campaigning for potentially life-changing treatment has been given “so much more hope” after her letter was handed to Andy Burnham.
South Essex paedophile caught with child images and bestial porn... again
Southend man Jonathan Metcalfe was sentenced at Basildon Crown Court after being caught with extreme pornography and indecent images twice in two years.
Memorial bench installed to honour 37 dead dogs found at south Essex home
A memorial bench has been installed at Queen’s Country Park in Billericay to honour the animals found dead at the Save A Paw site in Crays Hill.
£312,000 funding to help prevent homelessness and support rough sleepers in Basildon
More than £312,000 is set to help prevent homelessness and support people sleeping rough in Basildon as winter approaches
Rail worker and his wife raise more than £23,000 in memory of baby daughter
A railway worker and his wife have raised more than £23,000 in memory of their baby daughter after precious time spent with her inspired them to help other bereaved families
Fears major A130 works could have huge impact on surrounding south Essex roads
A councillor fears years of A130 maintenance work could push traffic through residential areas, worsening congestion, air quality and road safety.
Disabled man set fire at south Essex care home to force relocation, court hears
Disabled man Steven Lester, from Leigh, set fire to Milton House Residential Home in Westcliff in an attempt to force a relocation, Southend Crown Court heard.
Dental practice celebrates 20 years of caring for patients in Southend
An independent dental practice in Southend is celebrating 20 years of caring for generations of patients and families
Two jailed after south Essex van stop uncovered cannabis dealing operation
Three drug dealers were sentenced at Basildon Crown Court after Essex Police pulled over their Ford Transit for a suspected driving offence on the A127.
New business launches in Southend offering healthy meal prep alternative
A new business Prep N Fresh has launched in Westcliff, Southend to support healthy eating among those who are busy or elderly