Halifax will permanently close its Clacton, Essex branch at 43 Station Road on November 9, 2026, amid Lloyds Banking Group branch closures across the UK.

Shania Twain will headline State Fayre 2027 in Chelmsford, Essex, on June 19, with the festival running June 18–20. Tickets go on sale November 6.

Hopefield Animal Sanctuary in Brentwood, Essex, is closed on November 2 for urgent electrical repairs after power cuts, affecting visits and charity income.

Henry Nowak’s family speak to ITV about his Southampton murder, police bodycam footage and the independent review announced by Home Secretary.

M25 crash near Brentwood causes lengthy anticlockwise delays after Junction 28 for the A12, with congestion stretching towards Junction 30 and the A13.

Dust off your dancing shoes, don your diamantes and let Just Go Holidays waltz you away to the unforgettable Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour in Birmingham.

An 18-year-old is due to appear in crown court accused of possessing a machete and committing affray in New Street, Watford town centre.

Journalism Matters highlights Andy Burnham’s call to protect independent and local news, fair digital markets, and journalism’s role in democracy.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham explains that with greater local power must come local accountability. And that is why local journalism matters.

Andy Burnham backs Journalism Matters, calling journalism a vital national infrastructure and local news essential for democracy and accountability.