Halstead Gazette

11/08/2024

The King was said to be 'encouraged' by the community spirit across the country

The King has thanked emergency services for “all they are doing to restore peace” following rioting in parts of the country in the wake of the…

10/08/2024

Wow!🤩

If you have ever dreamed of living in a one-of-a-kind home, this Braintree home might be your perfect fit.

10/08/2024

Ones to be aware of ⚠

Dead Lane in Great Bentley is one road which will be closing in Colchester, as well as other closures in and around Colchester.

10/08/2024

Police say there was 'never any threat to the community'

Officers were called shortly after 8.30am this morning, Saturday August 10, after reports of a suspicious item

10/08/2024

This must have been terrifying

An 80-year-old woman was approached by two people with clipboards

10/08/2024

It is set to be a hot few days ☀☀

With the summer weather getting hotter day-by-day what better way to spend in than spending a couple of hours at a water-themed fun venue?

09/08/2024

Looks like Albi will be really happy in his new home! 🥰🐕

Danaher Animal Home in Wethersfield has found a loving home for a puppy with one eye smaller than the other and all his siblings.

09/08/2024

Heads up if you’re travelling

Some closures from August 9 to 11 on the M25, A12 and Dartford Crossing may affect some Essex drivers this weekend.

09/08/2024

We're glad that Biscuit is on the mend! 🐴❤️

A retired police horse is now ‘healing nicely’ following a fall in Earls Colne last week.

09/08/2024

Some 103 passengers and six crew were onboard the plane

A collision between a Ryanair plane and a vehicle at Stansted Airport may have been caused by the latter’s driver being tired and distracted.

08/08/2024

VoiceAbility will provide a wide range of advocacy services for adults and children in the area

A free service has been launched to help people in Essex be heard in decisions about their health, care and wellbeing.

08/08/2024

It's heating up again this weekend! 🥵

Hot air from Northern France is set to sweep in, according to forecasters, bringing blazing heat which could see parts of Essex experience highs…

08/08/2024

People are reportedly being rescued from their homes

Fire crews are at Beach Way, Jaywick, fighting a fire which is reportedly affecting houses in the area

08/08/2024

Today is International Cat Day! 🐈This year, the theme is all about feeling lucky to have cats, and looking at what they bring to our lives as owners and admirers. 😻
We’d love to see some of your purr-fect pets! Send us your photos and tell us why you love your cats 👇😸

08/08/2024

He has issued an update amid the national unrest

THE county’s police, fire and crime commissioner has praised the police and public for keeping “Essex safe” after “serious disturbances”…

08/08/2024

Not the evening people expected, with rumours of far-right demonstrations taking place across the country.

Instead, up and down the country peaceful counter protests took place and far-right presence was limited.

Here is a photo from Southend where there was rumour of a protest.⬇️

08/08/2024

It looks great! 🤩

Team members at Halstead’s Empire Theatre are ‘dragging the theatre into the 21st century’ with launch of its website.

07/08/2024

"A wonderful way to spend a summer Saturday" ☀️🐕🍦

The event was held at Halstead’s public gardens on Saturday, offering more than 50 local business stalls, food stalls and activities for families.

07/08/2024

The company has apologised for the issue

A number of Anglian Water customers, living in Halstead, had issues with their home water supply today, after a main burst on Mount Hill.

07/08/2024

Four firefighter crews ended up attending the incident today

MULTIPLE firefighter crews rushed to a Halstead property this morning and battled a “well developed” blaze.

07/08/2024

That's some challenge! Good luck Jonathan! 👏🏻⛰️

A Halstead barber will be climbing Mount Snowdon, in Wales, with his 23KG barber chair strapped to his back later this month, in aid of a charity…

06/08/2024

The plans were unanimously refused ❌

Cabotlane Ltd was looking for permission to build a development of 39 new homes on land off Oak Road.

06/08/2024

🔴'If you’re planning to come to Essex to cause trouble, don’t bother'

Essex Police is urging residents to be aware of disinformation being spread on social media which is "stoking division"

06/08/2024

An update on the incident yesterday

Essex Police have confirmed that there were no injuries in the three-car crash on Colchester Road, Wakes Colne, outside Today's General Store.

06/08/2024

🌻🌻🌻

How incredible is the picture of this sunflower field in Wakes Colne taken by Rosemary Prestney

06/08/2024

"We either believe in the rule of law, or we do not"

Witham’s MP has urged UK leaders to recall parliament as riots and unrests continue.

06/08/2024

Have you tried it yet? 😋🍗

Halstead’s new and different fast-food restaurant, HFC, delivered great food in less than 20 minutes.

05/08/2024

“He was organised, detailed and deliberate throughout his crimes..." 🚨

The notepad of an “organised, detailed, and deliberate” Braintree drug dealer revealed the north Essex supply operation.

05/08/2024

The A12 roadworks will now not be completed until September

Motorists face bank holiday gridlock after National Highways announced the A12 roadworks will not be completed until September.

04/08/2024

The road will remain closed to assist Essex Police 👇

ESSEX Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage after a crash involving a lorry and motorcycle in Brentwood – with the road still…