Olly revels in X Factor whirlwind
Witham's X Factor runner-up Olly Murs says his life has been at '100 miles-per-hour' following December's final.

McNicol reflects on murder trial
The father of murdered Dinah McNicol from Tillingham expresses his relief that her killer will spend the rest of his life behind bars.

Stansted air crash - 10 years on
On Wednesday, 22 December 1999 a Korean Air cargo jet 747 crashed near Stansted Airport killing the four crew members on board.

Baby animals bring joy to zoo
Keepers at Colchester Zoo are celebrating following a bumper number of youngsters born this year.

Period make-over for Tudor house
The restoration of a Tudor building in Maldon High Street is nearly complete after more than two years work.

Online game teaches flood risks
A new online game commissioned by Essex County Council is helping students learn about the dangers of flooding.

Olympic cookbooks prove success
A programme called UpStarts which gives healthy eating advice and cook books to school children in Essex has won the backing of the 2012 London Olympics.

X Factor's Olly 'still a winner'
The former boss of X Factor runner-up Olly Murs says the Witham performer remains a star in her eyes.

Gritters ready for winter weather
Authorities in Essex are confident they have enough salt reserves to deal with this winter's treacherous road conditions.

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Otters drowned in illegal traps
Two otters are found drowned in illegal crayfish traps in the River Wid in Essex, suffering a "long, drawn-out death".

Teenager inspires estate upgrade
A Chelmsford housing estate is to get another makeover in spring 2010 after a local schoolboy asked for better facilities.