A family has paid tribute to a town stalwart who was the very first baby to be born at a maternity centre. Jack Russell, of Douglass Grove, Witham, died aged 98, surrounded by his friends and family. Mr Russell was a popular figure in the town
A MAN was cut in the face in an attack in Braintree. The 32-year-old victim was cut in Riverside Place, off St Johns Avenue, shortly before 9.10am today, Sunday March 22. His injury was not believed to be serious. Essex Police are making enquiries
I AM delighted to read that Braintree has been successful in securing £1 million from the Department of Transport towards improving its town centre. Along with other monies to the tune of £20 million+, Braintree will truly be a very magnificent
MEMBERS of the public got the chance to have their say on what improvements they want to see in their neighbourhood. Residents living in Greenfields Community Housing properties in Braintree were invited to discuss their views during drop-in sessions
