Felsted Colour Run raises £10,000 for charity
Felsted School's vibrant Colour Run saw 600 participants raise over £10,000 for local and international causes. Discover how this event supports communities from Malawi to Essex.
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Pre-Loved Clothes Sale for Mental Health Patients
A pre-loved clothes sale in Chelmsford this Saturday raises money to buy new underwear for patients in acute mental health wards. Support the Community Clothes Cycle project!
Essex School Named UK's Most Outstanding for MLD
Market Field School in Essex has been crowned The Most Outstanding School for Students with Moderate Learning Difficulties at the Enablement Awards 2025. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.
Universal Credit 'No Work Requirements' Surge Revealed
DWP data shows a million more people on Universal Credit face no work demands. Explore the figures and what this means for the UK's welfare system.
DWP change to cost households £700 each
Millions of UK households face a £700 annual bill after Labour's welfare U-turn. Sickness benefits set to surge by £27bn by 2030. Read the full analysis.
Felsted School's Music Programme Wins National Award
Independent school in Essex celebrates outstanding achievement after receiving The Music Mark for its exceptional commitment to music education and comprehensive programme.
Essex Volunteers Transform Local Railway Stations
Discover how dedicated volunteers across Essex are breathing new life into railway stations, creating vibrant community hubs through remarkable transformation projects.
Budget 2025: PIP and Universal Credit Changes Confirmed
Chancellor's autumn budget confirms significant welfare reforms affecting millions of claimants across the UK. Discover how PIP assessments and Universal Credit payments are set to change.
Mum caught with nine cats despite lifetime ban
A Birmingham mother has been convicted after secretly keeping nine cats in her home, blatantly violating a lifetime ban on owning animals following previous convictions for cruelty.
Braintree Christmas Window Competition Returns 2025
The beloved Christmas window dressing competition is officially returning to Braintree District in 2025, inviting local businesses and residents to transform their windows into winter wonderlands with cash prizes up for grabs.
Chelmsford Post Office to reopen next door
Chelmsford residents rejoice as the beloved Gloucester Avenue Post Office announces plans to reopen just next door to its former location, restoring vital community services to the area.
DWP pays £1,700 to Universal Credit claimant after years
A Universal Credit recipient shares their emotional journey from financial desperation to unexpected relief after receiving a substantial backpayment from the DWP, revealing the human cost of Britain's welfare system.
Lion spotted in Essex woods sparks major police hunt
Essex Police launch urgent search operation after multiple reports of a lion roaming through residential areas near Clacton-on-Sea. Armed officers and zoo experts join the hunt for the mysterious big cat.
DWP axes two benefits in Universal Credit shake-up
The Department for Work and Pensions is scrapping Income-related Employment and Support Allowance and Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance, affecting thousands across Britain in significant cost of living changes.
Essex Community Repair Grants: Apply Now
Community groups across Essex can now access vital funding for repair and restoration projects through Essex County Council's new grant scheme. Discover how to apply and transform your local area.
Charity provides 400+ toiletry packs for Nottinghamshire youth
A remarkable community initiative in Nottinghamshire has provided over 400 vital toiletry packs to children and young people facing hardship, ensuring access to basic hygiene essentials.
Firewalk raises £8,000 for St Clare Hospice
Daring community members conquered their fears walking barefoot across red-hot embers to support St Clare Hospice, raising vital funds for patient care in a spectacular firewalk event.
Leicester Charity Provides 400+ Toiletry Packs for Youth
Action for Children distributes vital hygiene packages to young people facing hardship across Leicester, addressing hygiene poverty with community support.
Braintree theatre volunteer Carol wins double award honour
Celebrated volunteer Carol receives two prestigious awards for her outstanding 15-year commitment to Braintree's theatrical community at the Kings Community Church.
Essex Hospice: Light Up a Life for Loved Ones
St Elizabeth's Hospice launches its annual Light Up a Life campaign, offering families across Essex a beautiful way to honour cherished memories this festive season through dedications and special services.
Midlands school lockdown after armed police incident
A secondary school in the Midlands was placed on immediate lockdown as armed police responded to serious concerns about a individual in the community, prompting emergency safety measures.
Bonfire Night Wildlife Protection: 3 Essential Tips
As fireworks light up November skies, discover how traditional Bonfire Night celebrations impact local wildlife and learn three simple changes to protect animals while enjoying the spectacle.
Fireworks Terrorise UK Animals - RSPCA Warning
The RSPCA reveals the hidden trauma fireworks cause animals across Britain. Discover practical tips to protect your pets and support wildlife during celebrations.
Universal Credit 2024: Full List of Payment Changes
Major Universal Credit reforms are coming in 2024, including increased work allowances, childcare support changes, and tougher sanctions. Here's everything you need to know.
West Midlands seeks new animal licensing powers
West Midlands authorities are pursuing new licensing powers to regulate animal sales and combat illegal puppy trading operations across the region.
DWP can cut Universal Credit without notice
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions can now slash Universal Credit payments immediately for thousands of claimants under new 'mandatory reconsideration' rules. Discover how this affects you and your rights.
Labour to scrap two-child benefit cap
Sir Keir Starmer announces Labour will abolish the controversial two-child benefit limit, marking a significant shift in welfare policy affecting thousands of families across the UK.
Labour may abolish two-child benefit cap in welfare overhaul
Exclusive: Labour could scrap the controversial two-child benefit limit as Rachel Reeves signals biggest shake-up to welfare system in a decade. Discover what this means for struggling families across the UK.
Housing association funds horse sanctuary in community gesture
Discover how a leading housing association is making a difference beyond bricks and mortar by funding a vital horse sanctuary in South Yorkshire.
Abberton Reservoir Honoured with Blue Plaque for Essex Day
Discover how Colchester's iconic Abberton Reservoir received a distinguished blue plaque marking its vital role in Essex's heritage and wartime history during special Essex Day ceremonies.
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