East Hanningfield3 hrs ago'It was like a movie - I looked up and an exploded barn rained on me'Photographer Scott Johnson's studio is close to where a fire triggered a massive explosion.3 hrs ago1 day agoHuge explosion and fire rip through Essex industrial siteA major incident was declared as 100 firefighters battled a huge blaze south of Chelmsford. 1 day ago17 Jun 2026Mechanics discover runaway rabbit under carThe bunny was in the tray of a Volkswagen Golf which arrived from Burnham-on-Crouch for a service at the garage in Hanningfield. 17 Jun 202616 Jun 2026Rabbit find like a Benny Hill sketch, says mechanic"I'd like to think it's living a happy life in a field somewhere now," the mechanic adds.16 Jun 202629 Jan 2026Reservoir crash pilot identified by dental recordsThe crash which killed Peter Beeson, 66, is being investigated by the air accident officials.29 Jan 202617 Jan 2026Picture of leaping rabbit is crowned Essex's bestFather-of-two Vai Meng Chan captured the striking image at sunset.17 Jan 202613 Jan 2026Reserve to reopen after fatal reservoir plane crashThe nature reserve at Hanningfield will reopen on Wednesday following last month's crash.13 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Police name man who died in reservoir plane crashOfficers say the 66-year-old was the only person onboard the light aircraft.9 Jan 202624 Nov 2025Art event celebrates 'godfather' of nature writingThe author's work "drifted effortlessly across the ages", an artist says.24 Nov 2025...
