Great Wakering2 days agoJury discharged in trial of former head teacherLee and Elaine Brumby deny committing a series of sexual offences between 2001 and 2014.2 days agoEssex4 Nov 2024Ex-head teacher sexually abused children - courtA jury is told how Lee Brumby presents as a "pillar of respectability" to hide his offending.4 Nov 202411 May 2024Palestine keeper plans tribute at Wembley finalLuis Shamshoum says the people affected by the ongoing conflict are "always close to my heart".11 May 202410 May 2024Wembley final for village side is 'dream come true'Great Wakering Rovers will take on Romford in the FA Vase final at Wembley on Saturday.10 May 202419 Apr 2023Old hospital demolished after 15 years spent emptyPlans are being drawn up for a new health centre in Shoeburyness near Southend-on-Sea.19 Apr 2023Essex19 Mar 2023Pedestrian dies after being hit by carThe man died at the scene after being hit by a car in a country lane in Essex.19 Mar 2023Essex16 Nov 2022Former head teacher denies child sexual offencesLee Brumby, 61, is due to stand trial in November 2024 accused of several offences.16 Nov 2022Essex7 Oct 2022Man jailed for 18 years for artist's murder in flatPaul May was found by his landlord, who thought his hand was a fake one sticking out from a blanket.7 Oct 2022Essex28 Jun 2022Ryan Peniston makes debut as Wimbledon wildcardAfter beating cancer as a baby, the Southend player is due to make a rain-delayed debut on Tuesday.28 Jun 2022Essex