Great Clacton6 Mar 2025Hall devastated by second fire within a yearThe police and fire service are conducting a joint investigation after two fires within a year.6 Mar 202528 Jul 2024Appeal after man attacked and hit by carEssex Police says a man was punched outside a takeaway before being hit by a car when he fled.28 Jul 202423 Jun 2023The conundrum of early retirementAfter a police chief's retirement u-turn, the BBC asks others what early retirement is like.23 Jun 202328 Apr 2023Water company fined £2.65m after sewage dischargeThe Environment Agency said it is the largest ever fine for environmental offences in the East.28 Apr 202311 Sep 2022'I saw the Queen in China and mourned in England'A woman who remembers the Queen's visit to China tells how she inspired Chinese people in the UK.11 Sep 202227 Jan 2022Housing plan to provide nearly 9,000 homes passedThe plan is "not a magic wand" that would prevent objections to planning applications in the future, says council leader.27 Jan 20224 Oct 2021Two dogs rescued from bungalow fireA kitchen hob catches fire while two greyhounds are home alone, the fire service says.4 Oct 202117 Apr 2021Pier visitors say it is 'heaven' to be backAs a pier marks its 150th year, those running it voice their hopes for an "exceptional summer".17 Apr 202122 Feb 2021'It is important that this is the last lockdown'The BBC speaks with businesses in Essex about the government's lockdown-easing measures.22 Feb 2021