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Temperatures are set to drop across the board next week across the country as fears the UK could be hit with early snowfall.

Essex will have a few closures affecting the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing in the early hours of the morning over the weekend from October 14-16

MORE than a dozen inconsiderate motorists were caught racing through a village, with some being caught doing more than 15mph above the speed limit.

An allegation made against her was proven

LITTLE litter-pickers have been learning all about the need to respect the environment by venturing outdoors and doing their bit to clean-up the city.

It has got families enjoying Halloween in a slightly different way this year

LANDLORDS at a family-run pub popular among punters in a seaside town say they are “genuinely shocked” after winning a top award.

PINT-SIZED trains steamed into a popular attraction as part of a special day for the public.

The crime commissioner has plans for improvements.

The police have had their latest inspection results.

The fight to keep the Rollerworld open has already begun

The offence took place in Lexden Road last month

Charlie is fundraising for her breast reconstruction surgery.

SCHOOL bosses have met with Witham’s MP amid concerns over rising energy costs.

SCHOOLGIRLS will no longer be able to go on an educational trip due to “unforeseen circumstances” – but the excursion will still go ahead for their male counterparts.

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Park bosses have urged people to respect the wildlife

CAMPAIGNS are being prepared ahead of the World Cup which it is feared could see domestic abuse incidents soar.

A ROLLER-SKATING rink which was made a community asset in a final attempt to save it from closure will shut next month unless a last minute deal can be struck.

Cast members include the charismatic Nuwan Hugh Perera as Pi and former Eastenders actor Ameet Chana

The Winter Fuel Payment is part of the government’s £37bn support package amid rising energy bills.

Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Global streaming service Netflix has today (October 13) announced that it will begin offering a cheaper subscription for just £4.99 a month.

Latest breaking new, traffic and travel across Essex

Campaigns are being prepared ahead of the World Cup which it is feared could see domestic abuse incidents soar.

The Christmas shop is is themed to go back to the 1800s.

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A procession will take place

A WORRIED mother says she has been unable to sleep after her young son was reportedly forced to ingest a drug by an older student while at school.

A YOUNG boy was threatened with a knife before having his coat stolen after being confronted by a gang of hoodlums.

The police have released an appeal to the public.

A terrified Jet2 passenger has revealed how she burst into tears as her flight was diverted to an Essex airport after reports of a "bomb scare".

AN EPIC fantasy tale of excitement and intrigue awaits families this Autumn, as an all-new children’s tale takes the stage.

Allies of Liz Truss, including Braintree MP James Cleverly, have rallied round the Prime Minister amid growing pressure to abandon her economic plan.

A top Essex grammar school will have to change parts of its admissions policies which had been imposed to stop parents from gaming the system.

MOTORCYCLISTS were caught dangerously riding around public spaces before being apprehended and punished by the police.

POLICE once again responded to hundreds of reports of domestic violence and anti-social behaviour across Tendring during a busy summer month for the force.

Morrisons will be selling 28 McColl's stores around the UK including ones in Brentwood, Purfleet and Little Clacton

FURTHER cases of bird flu have been flagged by the Government as the disease spreads across the country.

She shares her cleans on TikTok where she has amassed more than 40,000 followers and millions of views.

The head of nursing for the area's integrated care board has said "don't give up now"

The statue will be installed in High Street

ELDERLY seasiders enjoyed a relaxed afternoon of socialisation, tasty food and live music after years of “increased isolation and periods of loneliness.”

They will don their most colourful clothes

She encourages her to express emotions during tantrums.

There will be both online bookings and walk-ins available.

It will open this weekend

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