One of Braintree’s oldest pubs has more than just spirits behind the bar. Following a visit by a medium, it would seem the Horse and Groom in Rayne Road has a number of ghostly characters lurking in the corridors and cellars. As Patricia Putt moved
A couple have won £23,000 in a charity lottery. John and Melani Chapman from Feering won the cash in the Essex Air Ambulance Flight For Life Lottery superdraw. They are the sixth jackpot winners since the superdraw was launched in May 2008.
Ninety-five dangerous people, including sex offenders, are waiting to be housed in Witham and elsewhere in the district. Braintree Council manages the housing register, which currently has 95 people of “high risk to others” waiting to settle in the
An animal lover’s life has changed for the better after he impulsively took on a fundraising challenge. David Ives feels fitter than ever after putting his name down for a 10-mile run followed by a marathon to raise funds for Canine Partners. The
A Witham shopkeeper fears a ban on displaying tobacco will kill trade for corner shops. The coalition government is currently reviewing regulations banning the display of tobacco, which are set to come into force in 2013. Ranjandra Patel, who has
A housing association has achieved a one star rating from a public services watchdog. The Audit Commission said Greenfields Community Housing provides a ‘fair’ service with ‘promising prospects for improvement.’ It awards star ratings on a
Residents fear a new nightclub could lead to an increase in vandalism and littering. At least 60 people living in Manor Street and Victoria Street, Braintree, signed a petition objecting to The Vault, which opened last weekend. The Vault has taken over
Chairman Lee Harding is pleased with the progress Braintree Town are making - both on and off the field. Iron head to Woking tomorrow lying in second place in Blue Square Bet South, following an impressive start to the season. And they have been prudent
