The saga involving two empty football pitches which cannot yet be used by the community has taken a step forward.

Uttlesford residents want to shop locally more, but businesses are very worried about income and may have to make staff redundant.

A family who runs a vineyard says their award-winning sparkling wines make great Christmas gifts, with free delivery until December 6 for CB postcodes.

A new service called Click It Local has started, heralded as a ‘virtual’ high street to help residents to #ShopLocal.

Stansted Airport has temporarily closed the passenger terminal at night.

An appeal to demolish Homebase in Saffron Walden and redevelop the site to provide a care home has been rejected by the Planning Inspectorate, a decision welcomed by the town council.

UK Government Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced extra measures to support workers and businesses throughout winter, including a furlough scheme extension paying 80 per cent of staff wages.

The owner of Church Street Gallery in Saffron Walden says it’s the perfect place to find something unique.

Hart’s Books in Saffron Walden is offering a subscription service for a year which customers can buy as Christmas presents.

A travelling Post Office is calling at 12 rural communities, run by Finchingfield Post Office.

The way the UK does business with Europe changes from January 1, heralding a new start. All companies that trade with the EU need to act now to make sure they are set to go.

Dozens of Uttlesford residents, business owners and staff members filled in our short Shop Local survey.

A Saffron Walden business which has been running for 140 years is set to launch a food takeaway service, in addition to selling Christmas gifts and household items for a comfy winter.

A Saffron Walden toy shop owner says her business is offering a click and collect service, but she is also happy to post items.

A waffle truck is offering DIY Waffles At Home with delivery to your door during lockdown.

A premium East Anglian nursing homes owner has expressed delight after taking over another home.

The boss of a Saffron Walden wine merchant says he is fortunate his shop can remain open during the new lockdown and feels sorry for businesses ordered to temporarily shut.

Craft is great for mental wellbeing, the owner of Craft Days in Saffron Walden has said, as the country goes back into lockdown.

A Saffron Walden director and sub-postmaster said her store has lots of services under one roof.

Saffron Walden’s shops are here to help, so please #ShopLocal.

A watch linked to Elvis Presley is expected to sell for between £40,000 and £50,000 at auction on November 17.

Essex Police has been giving crime prevention advice about the theft of catalytic convertors through public engagement events in Saffron Walden.

Uttlesford District Council is offering businesses free weekly training sessions and webinars on how to get the most out of social media.

A Norfolk boss of a group of inns has taken over a country pub that was home to famous chef Jamie Oliver.

Saffron Walden Tourist Information Centre has launched an e-shop, so local goods, souvenirs and publications are now just a click away.

A Saffron Walden business owner’s dry cleaning business has expanded its range of services and he is warning of a “tough” future if local businesses are not supported.

Significant levels of vacancy within care homes in Essex has led to concerns that many are not getting the level of business that keeps them viable.

Although the pandemic has brought challenges, it has also brought opportunities for a lighting, home accessories and gifts business.