Loughton7 May 2026Firefighters tackle derelict pub blaze for four hoursAn investigation is being launched after crews tackled a fire at the former Princess of Wales pub.7 May 202629 Apr 2026Waterworks scheme will disrupt roads for three yearsMore than 19km (11.8 miles) of pipes are due to be upgraded across 60 roads.29 Apr 202611 Apr 2026Two arrests after man seriously hurt in hit-and-runPolice say they are still looking for a third suspect in relation to the incident.11 Apr 20268 Apr 2026Cars land on top of one another after crashThe occupants of the vehicles escape with only minor injuries.8 Apr 202631 Mar 2026Crisis meeting over university campus closureStudents and staff affected by the closure of the campus in Southend meet with politicians.31 Mar 202624 Mar 2026'Postman' caught on camera urinating in doorwayRoyal Mail is investigating the incident - caught by a doorbell camera - "as a priority". 24 Mar 20266 Mar 2026Couple used fake NHS order in £2m fraudA husband and wife are barred from being company directors after faking a £10m order from the NHS.6 Mar 20265 Mar 2026Two men deny murder after stabbing at car parkThe pair are due to go on trial accused of murdering Stephen Morrisson at a woodland car park.5 Mar 20266 Feb 2026Leaky dams being installed to manage floodingMore than 350 of these wooden dams will be built on the waterways in Epping Forest.6 Feb 2026...
