Witham8 days agoFive four-week-old kittens saved from house fireFirefighters say they gave the animals oxygen with specialised masks after rescuing them.8 days ago6 Aug 2026E-scooter warning after fire at homeThe fire service urges residents to take care when storing e-scooters.6 Aug 202618 Jul 2026Families near waste plant bemoan lack of waterThe operator of an incinerator is also investigating, having faced its own water issues.18 Jul 202615 Jul 2026Taller ticket barriers to tackle fare dodgersThe government says the new barriers would be installed at "fare dodger hotspots".15 Jul 202629 Jun 2026Major rail disruption due to trespass on lineA trespass incident is causing services to be delayed, amended or cancelled. 29 Jun 20266 Jun 2026EuroMillions winner dies in suspected hit-and-runAnthony Canty was knocked off his bicycle and an 18-year-old has since been arrested, police say.6 Jun 202629 May 2026Dual carriageway closed after car transporter fireThe vehicles, on fire on the hard shoulder, causes several miles of traffic queues.29 May 202627 May 2026Venue apologises after 'excessive' fireworks displayResidents say a wedding fireworks display "sounded like bombs" and could be heard nine miles away.27 May 202622 May 2026MP hits out at 'outrageous' decision to axe schoolThe government says it will no longer fund the 420-place Lodge Farm school in Witham, Essex.22 May 2026...
