Armed burglar Seamus Newton was sentenced to 12 years in prison for an aggravated burglary in which the victim's dog was ...

Rail operator c2c has stepped up its campaign against ticket evasion across its 26 stations and services between south Essex ...

A pitch fee dispute at a residential park has ended in disappointment for residents after a tribunal ruled in favour of the site owner.

A south Essex MP has reached a major milestone after making more than 100 spoken contributions in the House of Commons ...

Prospective adult students can explore degrees and higher education courses at weekly advice sessions in Southend ...

Secondary school and sixth form pupils in Southend will receive mental health support in classrooms thanks to funding raised by the Echo sports reporter ...

Rayleigh drug dealer Harry White was sentenced to six-and-a-half years for peddling cocaine and possessing criminal property, including two Rolex watches.

Families looking for ways to keep children entertained this half term can choose from a host of free and affordable Halloween activities across Southend ...

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An oversubscribed specialist school in Grays is set to gain 110 extra places as demand for SEND provision across Thurrock continues to grow. Treetops Free School, in Buxton Lane, is in line for a ...

A south Essex care home has transformed its care standards after being rated "good" in all areas following an inspection. Rawreth Court in Rayleigh, run by Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation ...

Forecasters have warned of potential injuries and danger to life from flying debris as well as a chance of damage to buildings.