Essex County Council3 days agoThreatened library joins new Arts Council schemeA library service that saw branches threatened with closure is one of the first to join a network.3 days ago6 days agoWhat will make Essex's politics headlines in 2026?Political reporter Simon Dedman looks at the biggest issues coming up in Essex this year.6 days ago22 Dec 2025Street lights to stay on during festive periodIn a temporary change, street lighting normally turned off between 01:00 and 05:00 is to remain on.22 Dec 202512 Dec 2025Homes being devalued by pylons, says councilNational Grid wants to install the electricity network through Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex.12 Dec 202510 Dec 2025Couple fight council over 'ludicrous' bus stopTerry Penton says the new stop in Little Dunmow prevents delivery drivers stopping at his house.10 Dec 20251 Dec 2025Essex's busiest library reopens after revampColchester Library will welcome readers back after having been closed for more than a year.1 Dec 202515 Nov 2025Council criticised for not closing A12 to clear litterThe authority says it has cleared litter from the road's verges and is planning a clean up in 2026.15 Nov 202522 Oct 2025Unpaid carers asked to share real-life experiences A council wants to hear from people who are caring for loved ones to help it improve its services.22 Oct 202520 Oct 2025Council accused of wasting money over leafletEssex County Council says it has spent nearly £37,000 sending the leaflet out to households.20 Oct 2025...
