Braintree11 hrs agoJamie Oliver saves flight school that trained himAfter qualifying as a pilot, the TV chef helps arrange new ownership for an Essex aviation company.11 hrs ago3 days agoAsylum patrols set up after public 'concerns'Essex County Council responds to a call from the PM for evidence to justify its security scheme.3 days ago4 days ago'No doubt' woman killed by friends, say prosecutorsThe prosecution concludes its case as two women deny murdering a "vulnerable" woman in her flat.4 days ago8 days agoWoman denies leaving friend for dead in flatAmy Keely is accused of helping herself to Helen Bloomfield's cereal after killing her.8 days ago24 Sept 2026Footballer turns to fundraiser for knee operationBraintree Town defender Ange Djadja is aiming to raise £10,000 for his recovery.24 Sept 202621 Sept 2026Handshakes, heckles and a row over security patrols near asylum baseSome say the initiative is welcome and needed, while others claim it is stoking division.21 Sept 202619 Sept 2026Dispersal and face-cover bans in place for protestThe move comes ahead of an expected demonstration at a former RAF base used to house asylum seekers.19 Sept 202615 Sept 2026'Our town is safe - prove it needs private patrols'Tom Cunningham says the patrols risk "increasing concern or reinforcing inaccurate perceptions".15 Sept 202615 Sept 2026Why council is funding patrols near asylum baseAs private security guards begin patrols of towns near an Asylum base in Essex, we explain everything you need to know.15 Sept 2026...
