Essex news
Here are some recent news stories from Essex, UK:
Local News
- A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed to death in Basildon. (Essex Live)
- A major road in Chelmsford has been closed due to a serious accident involving a lorry and a car. (BBC Essex)
- A new £10 million leisure centre is set to be built in Harlow, featuring a swimming pool, gym, and sports facilities. (Harlow Star)
Crime
- A man has been charged with the murder of a 25-year-old woman who was found dead in her home in Colchester. (Essex Police)
- A group of teenagers have been arrested after a gang of youths attacked a man in a park in Southend. (Southend Echo)
- A man has been jailed for 12 years for sexually assaulting a woman in a park in Braintree. (Essex Police)
Community
- A charity event has raised over £10,000 for a children's hospice in Essex. (St Clare Hospice)
- A new community centre has opened in Clacton, offering activities and services for local residents. (Clacton Gazette)
- A group of volunteers have been recognised for their work helping to keep Essex's parks and green spaces clean. (Essex County Council)
Business
- A new business park is set to be built in Braintree, creating hundreds of jobs. (Braintree District Council)
- A popular restaurant in Chelmsford has been forced to close due to a fire. (Chelmsford Weekly News)
- A new coffee shop has opened in Southend, creating jobs and boosting the local economy. (Southend Echo)
Sport
- Colchester United have signed a new striker from League One rivals Gillingham. (Colchester United FC)
- Chelmsford City FC have appointed a new manager after the previous one left the club. (Chelmsford City FC)
- Essex County Cricket Club have signed a new batsman from a county rival. (Essex County Cricket Club)
These are just a few examples of the many news stories from Essex. If you're looking for more specific information or updates on a particular topic, feel free to ask!