3+ hour, 16+ min ago  (407+ words) The local MP has said a traffic management company is needed for the event to go ahead. File image Plans for an annual St George's Day parade could be scrapped this year, sparking 'outrage' on the Essex border. The yearly…...

6+ mon, 2+ week ago  (411+ words) Pop star Olly Murs has admitted his gig in Chelmsford next month could be "cutting it fine" with his baby's due date. The 41-year-old is due to perform at Hylands Park for Radio 2 In The Park in early September. He…...

8+ mon, 1+ week ago  (513+ words) A report into Essex County Council's spending on social media has criticised a number of "obviously inappropriate" payments. It comes after it was found that officials had paid Southend-based 'prankster' Simon Harris more than "500,000 over four years. Essex County Council…...