Brightlingsea1 Dec 2025Seven beaches rated as excellent for water qualityThe local authority says the ratings will help boost tourism and local pride.1 Dec 202525 Nov 2025Car damage halts football on largest village greenFamilies are "absolutely gutted" by the damage to the green, a football club's chairman says.25 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 202511 Nov 2025Department store company celebrates 15th anniversaryBaldwins Department Stores, founded by Kevin Baldwin, is marking a milestone anniversary.11 Nov 20259 Nov 2025Driver charged after man seen clinging to bumperPolice appeal for anyone who may have dashcam footage of the incident to get in touch.9 Nov 202522 Oct 2025Shipwrecked bell makes it home after 130 yearsA ship's bell is back in Essex, having been unearthed in the North Sea 130 years after it sank.22 Oct 202528 Sep 2025Lake reopens for boat races after algae testsBoats will be back on the water this weekend after a sample found safe levels of blue-green algae.28 Sep 202523 Sep 2025Care home owner disputes 'inadequate' ratingThe care home owner says staff are repeatedly told their work is "fantastic". 23 Sep 202527 Aug 2025Out of control bonfire destroys workshop and gardenSix crews tackle the blaze.27 Aug 2025...