Braintree Town have bolstered their attacking options by signing former FA Cup hero Roy Essandoh and ex-QPR star Kevin Gallen. Essandoh, 35, has just become a free agent after leaving St Neots Town. Belfast-born Essandoh is well-known
Braintree Town boss Rod Stringer is closing in on signing a new striker, as Iron prepare for the all-important run-in. With seven games to go, Stringer is anxious to ensure his side do not fall at the final hurdle, as they close in on promotion from
The biggest event of the weekend for runners from Witham Running Club was the local Braintree Skyline 5. This was the second running of the race, which also incorporated the Essex Championship. The undulating course incorporates a short part of the
More than 360 athletes converged on Great Notley for the Skyline 120 Braintree 5, which also incorporated the Essex Road Running Championships. On a chilly Sunday morning, some of the county’s top endurance runners took part in the challenging
A father trekked Mount Kilimanjaro for the charity which helped his son battle meningitis. Duncan McLean, 53, of Coggeshall, climbed almost 20,000ft to the summit of Africa’s largest mountain in Tanzania. The dentist who also works in the village
Essex Air Ambulance has officially relocated. The life-saving helicopter started flying from its new base in Earls Colne today after relocating from Boreham. A new visitor area is due to open in July.
Engineers will be replacing 800 metres of gas mains over the next four months. Temporary traffic lights will be put up in Cressing Road, Braintree, while National Grid carries out the work, which starts next week. The company is investing over £150,000
Silus is a very affectionate boy who enjoys being around people. He loves to be made a fuss of by anyone willing to do so! He has lots of energy and would prefer to be kept busy. He loves to play, but doesn't always want to share his toys - for this
Police have named the 38-year-old victim of a serious crash on the A12. Rachel Aylott, 38, of Clacton, who was in the rear passenger seat of a car which collided with a lorry, was pronounced dead at the scene. All four of the other passengers
A wanted man was arrested in a police stop and search road safety operation. Mark Spinks, of Templar Road, Braintree who had failed to appear at court in connection with a theft was arrested as officers performed checks in the Coldnailhurst Avenue
Stansted Airport must be sold according to the latest ruling of the UK’s competition watchdog. The Competition Commission said it stood by its original decision that airport operator BAA should sell the west Essex airport and either Glasgow or Edinburgh
Feering is getting ready for its May Fayre. Maypole dancing, Boxted Silver Band and a Royal Wedding-themed fancy dress contest are among the activities planned. Magician Michael J Fitch will also be doing his act. It is due to take place at Feering
Disability should never be a barrier to having a good time and enjoying life. And that is the message that Out and About (OAA) is trying to get out. The charity has operated in Suffolk for about 24 years and was brought to Essex in January last year
A mum has united families whose children have a rare genetic condition. Jane Harwood arranged a meeting for parents from across the UK after her daughter Katie said she did not know any other children with the complex genetic condition Noonan
