Braintree39 mins agoPrivate patrols begin on high streets near asylum baseA Reform UK-led council says it is part of a three-month trial to "deter anti-social behaviour".39 mins ago4 days agoBeer hops being grown for first time in 150 yearsThe hops have not been grown in the county since 1878.4 days ago5 days ago'I was stuck on a plane for six hours - then the flight was cancelled'Katie Haines, 20, says passengers on her flight had to wait six hours with no updates, food or water.5 days ago6 days agoWoman 'was stabbed and smothered' by her friendsAmy Keely, 40, and Charlotte James, 29, deny murdering Helen Bloomfield at her flat in Braintree.6 days ago7 days agoThree people in court over town centre shootingTwo men, along with a 17-year-old boy, are accused of attempted murder following a shooting.7 days ago8 days agoThree charged with attempted murder after shootingThe two adults and teenager will appear in court on Monday.8 days ago5 Sept 2026Three arrested for conspiracy to murder after shootingThe two teenagers injured in the alleged attack need ongoing treatment, police say.5 Sept 20264 Sept 2026Council criticised at protest over traveller siteA group of residents say the authority should have done more to prevent the unauthorised development.4 Sept 20262 Sept 2026What do locals feel about asylum seeker security plan?Reform-led council says the three-month trial will act as a "visible presence to reassure residents".2 Sept 2026...
