President Donald Trump is deploying 2,000 California National Guard troops to Los Angeles after a second day of clashes ...

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has said employers should be able to decide if their staff can wear burkas in the workplace. Mrs Badenoch also said people who come to her constituency surgeries must ...

A major crash has caused serious disruption at Rayleigh Spur roundabout and is affecting traffic on the A130 and A1245.

The Prince of Wales called on world leaders to “think big” to save the ocean, as he gave a speech in Monaco after meeting French President Emmanuel Macron. William was speaking at the Blue Economy and ...

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Ian Russell told Sir Keir Starmer to ‘act decisively’ in toughening legislation to protect young people online.

Richard Holden, MP for Basildon and Billericay, attended the Billericay Dementia Action Week open morning at the Chantry Centre. Organised by the Billericay Dementia Friendly Community, the event ...

Canvey Island Town Council is inviting serving or ex-Armed Forces personnel to take part in its Armed Forces Day parade. This event, planned for Saturday, June 28, 2025, honours the courage and ...

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Basildon restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed. Environmental health officers have been busy this fortnight ...

West Leigh School enjoyed two days of fitness fun as Jump Warehouse brought in mini-trampolines for energetic Boogie Bounce sessions. Set to high-tempo music, the sessions were filled with laughter ...

Westcliff High School for Boys has kicked off the term with a musical performance. The Summer Chamber Recital showcased the school's most talented musicians, from lower school pupils to upper sixth ...

Trust Links, based in south Essex, expressed gratitude to Ford Dunton volunteers for their "incredible support and enthusiasm" during Vibrant Volunteer Week. The volunteers' efforts have transformed ...