South Ockendon22 Apr 2025From Junior Apprentice to medicinal cannabis entrepreneurArjun Rajyagor, from Essex, says his mother was the reason for setting up his business.22 Apr 2025Essex13 Apr 2025How Universal Studios almost came to EssexUniversal almost came to the UK in the 90s, but it would be 35 years until it pushed on with plans.13 Apr 2025Essex12 Apr 2025Where are local elections in Essex taking place?Voters can make their voices heard at several locations in the county.12 Apr 2025Essex9 Apr 2025Mother denies murdering five-year-old son at homeClaire Button, 35, will face a trial in September.9 Apr 2025Essex29 Mar 2025'A noose around our neck': Residents driven out by UK's largest road tunnelThose living on the Lower Thames Crossing route tell of their despair at being uprooted.29 Mar 2025England21 Mar 2025MP opens Parliament debate with sign languageThe Essex MP leads a debate on the introduction of a programme of British Sign Language classes.21 Mar 2025Essex5 Mar 2025Police admit tool theft probe was 'below standard'Ch Insp Tony Atkin apologises to Oliver Powell over the handling of the investigation in Essex.5 Mar 2025Essex10 Feb 2025Prison inmates get creative to boost bird numbersPrisoners have been hard at work creating bird boxes during a series of workshops.10 Feb 2025Essex20 Jan 2025Mother in court accused of murdering young sonClaire Button appears in court after her son was found unresponsive 10 days before Christmas.20 Jan 2025Essex1234