Rochford24 Jun 2026CQC rating upgrade for youth mental health wardsInspectors visit wards run by an Essex mental health trust and find improvements have been made.24 Jun 202624 Jun 2026Police trace £20k stolen digger behind mud moundOfficers say the vehicles will undergo forensic examination before they are reunited with owners.24 Jun 202620 Jun 2026What is inclusive rugby and why is it thriving?As new teams launch in the area, how do LGBTQ+ players feel about finding their spot on the pitch?20 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Tories win seats from Reform at Essex by-electionsFormer Rochford District Council leader Danielle Belton quickly returns to local politics.19 Jun 202617 Jun 2026Six officers injured after horse threat incidentOfficers respond to reports of a man carrying a knife and threatening a horse.17 Jun 202617 Jun 2026Reform leader denies election malpractice claimsAdi Malviya's home address is in the neighbouring council area.17 Jun 202625 May 2026Essex filmmakers making slasher movie on a budgetHave a fumble between the sofa cushions. You may find enough cash to break Hollywood.25 May 202622 May 2026Reform to lead minority administration at RochfordThe new leader, chartered accountant Adi Malviya, wants to bring "financial discipline".22 May 202629 Apr 2026Lack of access raised at social care debateAdults with learning disabilities ask questions in a special social care debate.29 Apr 2026...
