People in Essex with long-term health conditions are being urged to get a free flu jab before winter.

High winds have forced changes to Waverley’s sailings today (October 9). Cruises from Southend this weekend are scheduled to go ahead as planned.

Essex Police investigate Waltham Abbey hit-and-run after a pedestrian suffered a serious leg injury on Plantaganet Place. Witnesses and footage sought.

Essex Police investigate after a man falls ill following possible contact with a noxious substance on Victoria Crescent, Chelmsford. No wider public risk.

Essex Police detained a man and took him to hospital after he became unwell at a Victoria Crescent address in Chelmsford on October 8. No public risk.

Art Garfunkel said he was “heartbroken” after postponing his Watford Colosseum gig at short notice.

Watford commuters are facing a second straight morning of disruption today (October 9) after a broken down train blocked a crucial line.

Now is a the time to be thinking about bulbs for your garden and this week, You Garden has the perfect answer. You Garden’s Complete 300 Spring Flowering Bulb Collection is your ultimate spring garden sorted.

A 16th-century farm has been accused of showing "contempt for wildlife" over plans to cull deer.

Homes at a new 52-property development in Radlett have gone on sale, with a show home now open.