East Hanningfield19 hrs agoHelpline set up for firms affected by explosionCouncil leader Stephen Robinson says it has been a "shocking event" for people in the area.19 hrs ago1 day agoExplosion destroys £1m of kit at family metalworksA business owner says a row of industrial units was wiped out by last week's blast near Rettendon.1 day ago2 days agoFire crews check hotspots at major explosion siteThe fire service says it is windy at the explosion site and nearby fields are "tinder dry".2 days ago3 days ago'It was like a movie - I looked up and an exploded barn rained on me'Photographer Scott Johnson's studio is close to where a fire triggered a massive explosion.3 days ago4 days agoHuge explosion and fire rip through Essex industrial siteA major incident was declared as 100 firefighters battled a huge blaze south of Chelmsford. 4 days ago17 Jun 2026Mechanics discover runaway rabbit under carThe bunny was in the tray of a Volkswagen Golf which arrived from Burnham-on-Crouch for a service at the garage in Hanningfield. 17 Jun 202616 Jun 2026Rabbit find like a Benny Hill sketch, says mechanic"I'd like to think it's living a happy life in a field somewhere now," the mechanic adds.16 Jun 202629 Jan 2026Reservoir crash pilot identified by dental recordsThe crash which killed Peter Beeson, 66, is being investigated by the air accident officials.29 Jan 202617 Jan 2026Picture of leaping rabbit is crowned Essex's bestFather-of-two Vai Meng Chan captured the striking image at sunset.17 Jan 2026...
