Essex coronavirus: Tier 1 plan for county after lockdown
“Green shoots” of hope are beginning to appear in Essex as the number of new coronavirus cases begins to stabilise across the county. John Spence, Essex County Council cabinet member …
Essex council to support local businesses and communities during new restrictions
As we enter the second national lockdown, Cllr David Finch, leader of Essex County Council has said that their focus will be on supporting Essex’s businesses and communities through the …
Braintree Village announces opening of new designer shop
Braintree Village has welcomed another new designer name. The designer outlet village, formerly known as Freeport, has seen lots of new arrivals in 2020 despite the coronavirus pandemic. Crew Clothing …
Colchester Zoo say ticket sales have ‘plummeted’ since Essex placed into Tier Two
Colchester Zoo has revealed that ticket sales have ‘plummeted’ since Essex was put into Tier Two restrictions. The decision was made last Thursday (October 15) to raise the coronavirus alert …
Brand new laser tag arena and escape room opening in Witham next month
A new laser tag arena and escape room centre will be opening in Essex next month. Know Escape, who already have popular escape rooms in Chelmsford, Maldon and Bishop’s Stortford, …
Marcus Rashford free school meals: 19 amazing places in Essex offering free meals to children this half term
Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford has taken over the internet in the past week with his campaign to offer free school meals in the half term. Earlier this year the striker …
Free School Meals: More Essex businesses pledge to support families
MORE and more generous Essex businesses and organisations are pledging to support families-in-need this half term, to ensure no children are forced to go without food. Earlier this week, the Labour Party submitted …
New Covid restrictions ‘could be over by Christmas’
TOUGHER coronavirus restrictions in Essex could be in place for six weeks, according to public health bosses. The new Covid-19 restrictions will be reviewed after four weeks. But Essex County …
Harwich Brewing Company owner is crowned as a ‘lockdown hero’ for keeping ale flowing
THE owner of a brewing company has been recognised for keeping ale flowing across Tendring when lockdown came into force. Tendring’s branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (Camra) held …
Drone trials set to take place at Broomfield Hospital
ESSEX hospitals are taking part in a trial which experts say could revolutionise the NHS. A drone will begin test flights later this month from Broomfield Hospital in the hope …