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  • Coronavirus death toll reaches more than 1000

    The number of people to have died of coronavirus in the UK has reach 1,019. The latest government figures released today (Saturday) showed a further 260 deaths, up from 759 on Friday. Figures also show there are now 17,089 confirmed cases in

  • District waste collections suspended following outbreak

    COUNCIL bosses have suspended garden waste collections across the district. The measure came into force on Wednesday. The move is so Braintree Council can focus on collecting essential grey bins, food waste and recycling. The council, says

  • Council step up to help most vulnerable

    Public services are stepping up to help the most vulnerable during the coronavirus pandemic. Essex County Council have thanked people across the county for supporting their family, friends and neighbours and now want to help those who don't have

  • Park and Ride services temporarily suspended

    Essex Park and Rise services have been temporarily suspended. The decision was made by Essex County Council to suspend all Park and Ride services from the end of normal operating hours today (Saturday March 28). The suspension of these services

  • Litter pickers pressing forward with event despite lockdown

    GUTSY litter pickers say they will go ahead with a town spring clean event in Halstead tomorrow, despite the nation being in lockdown. The Halstead in Bloom team is dedicated to improving and maintaining the town’s appearance, regularly hosting