Crafting is helping mental health patients in Ardleigh Ward at The Lakes, Colchester calm negative thoughts and reduce stress.

Live updates as heavy rain sweeps through Essex

The incident was first reported by the AA at 7.54am and is causing major congestion on the southbound carriageway.

District Commander Michelle Sparks was responding to criticism that the force acted too slowly in response to an emergency call-out.

Mr Lilley sent an email pleading with Colchester District Commander Michelle Sparks after he was told his brother Andy collapsed at his flat.

Hertfordshire Police have renewed their appeal to find a wanted man with links to Hemel Hempstead.

A tree blocking the line has led to the cancellation of Abbey Line services between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey this morning (January 27).

The remaining Watford branch of Claire's is at risk of closure after the high street chain collapsed back into administration.

Harlequin Watford has confirmed it is “aware” of reported mouse sightings inside Rock Up Watford.

A Kings Langley resident enjoyed five minutes of fame by performing a ventriloquism act on Michael McIntyre's Big Show on BBC One.