Halstead housing development named finalist at prestigious awards
A housing development in Halstead has been shortlisted for a prestigious award.
'Well-liked' teenager and football star died after car hit tree, inquest hears
An inquest into the death of a 17-year-old who died in a crash near Halstead has been concluded as an accident.
Man put behind bars after stealing more than £1,500 of goods and assault
A man who went on a “shoplifting spree” in Halstead has been sentenced after stealing goods worth more than £1,500.
Teacher banned after sexual abuse allegations at former school in Essex
Christopher Charlton, 65, was described as a “father figure” to many pupils at Greenwood School.
Young performers make noise with 'We Will Rock You' performance
Young performers in Halstead have wowed the crowds at their latest musical production with auditions for the next one well under way.
Newly-refurbished skatepark at Ramsey Road in Halstead is finally open
A long-awaited skatepark has been opened despite yobs damaging the site while under construction.
Earls Colne sees revival of post office after closure last year
A village near Colchester will see its post office reopen under new management and with daily opening hours.
Winsome has been selling poppies to support the Armed Forces for 65 years
A care home resident from Essex has been recognised for supporting Armed Forces veterans by selling poppies for 65 years.
Avid scooter fan gets special wish granted on her 90th birthday
A care home resident received a special birthday surprise thanks to a community project.
Hundreds of litter pickers clean up the county during environment project
Hundreds of litter pickers cleaned up Essex during a ten-day challenge run by an environmental protection group.
