South Ockendon12 Feb 2026Lorry driver who prepared for 'race war' jailedThomas McKenna, 60, had set up a gun-conversion factory in a caravan in South Ockenden, Essex.12 Feb 202629 Jan 2026Lorry driver made guns and prepared for a 'race war'Thomas McKenna, 60, is being sentenced over a gun and weapons workshop he had within his caravan.29 Jan 202616 Dec 2025Five arrested after raids at charity clothes banksPolice believe the outfits were being sold abroad to finance crime.16 Dec 202518 Nov 2025Country park cafes no longer facing closure planA campaigner becomes tearful as she hears four at-risk cafes in Essex will remain open.18 Nov 202514 Nov 2025King's award given to youth groups in EssexThe groups speak of being honoured and proud to have received a special accolade from the King.14 Nov 202517 Oct 2025Mum jailed for murdering five-year-old son at homeA judge highlights "missed opportunities" that may have led to Lincoln Button's death being avoided.17 Oct 202516 Oct 2025Mum guilty of murdering five-year-old sonClaire Button sobs in the dock as a jury finds her guilty of murdering Year 1 pupil Lincoln.16 Oct 202515 Oct 2025Jury out in trial of mum accused of son's murderClaire Button is on trial accused of murdering her autistic son, Lincoln, who was five.15 Oct 20258 Oct 2025Murder accused 'heard voices' ahead of killing sonClaire Button denies murder but says a "deep, scary male voice" told her to kill her five-year-old.8 Oct 2025...
