Six kittens were found close to death in a small cardboard box.
The kittens, thought to be about seven weeks old, were discovered by a dog walker in Mistley.
Cold and in their own urine and faeces, the kittens were near death before being rescued.
They are now recovering in foster care.
- Full story in today's Harwich and Manningtree Standard.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here