Wivenhoe3 days agoCouncil did what it could to save oak tree - mayorA 120-year-old tree will be felled after years of trying to fight the decision, a council says.3 days agoEssex5 days agoPolice called after tree barricaded by protesters A peaceful protest is held ahead of a 120-year-old tree being axed down over an insurance row.5 days agoEssex7 Jan 2025Historical tree faces the axe after four-year rowWivenhoe Town Council says the lengthy legal saga has been "deeply disturbing" for all involved.7 Jan 2025Essex30 Dec 2024Community ferry launches appeal to buy new boatThe current vessel only has another year's lifespan before it will need to be replaced.30 Dec 2024Essex19 Oct 2024Exhibition in UK 'a miracle' says Ukrainian artistMichael Velychko, from Ukraine, says painting is a "light in the dark which keeps me going".19 Oct 202422 Sep 2024Army of litter-pickers to combat riverside wasteA total of 16 groups are planning to rid litter from the waterways of north-east Essex.22 Sep 20246 Sep 2024Fresh views sought over plan for 7,500 homesFresh views are being sought after council officers were asked to tweak the planning application.6 Sep 2024Essex2 Sep 2024Ukrainian man in warzone raises funds with artMichael Velychko's work is being celebrated in Essex, but the artist is unable to travel.2 Sep 2024England11 Jul 2024Theft of elderly cat outside house caught on cameraFootage shows a person creeping up to a door before grabbing the family pet and running away.11 Jul 2024Essex
