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Tackling the stigma around men’s mental health

TWO men have shared their experiences to encourage others to come forward if they need help with mental health struggles. Mark and Simon are part...

Former Catholic leader in Essex dies aged 89

THE former leader of the Roman Catholic church in Essex has died aged 89. The Right Reverend Thomas McMahon was the Bishop of Brentwood, which...

Essex Police officer found to have committed gross misconduct following persistent inappropriate behaviour towards female colleagues.

A SERVING Essex Police officer has been found to have committed gross misconduct following persistent inappropriate behaviour towards female colleagues. PC Fraser Walsham was accused...

East of England retail workers speak out about violence, threats and abuse – Usdaw highlights the link with shop theft

RETAIL trade union Usdaw has launched shocking statistics from its annual survey during this year's Respect Week, which runs from 10-16 November. Usdaw members...

c2c proudly sponsors Basildon Mind’s first Mental Elf Run

LOCAL rail operator c2c Railway is delighted to be the headline sponsor for Basildon Mind's first Mental Elf Fun Run – which will take...

New homes are set to be built on the site of a former pub.

THE former Long Riding Pub in Basildon, which has more recently been used by The Redeemed Christian Church of God as a place of...

Basildon Council reaffirms commitment over temporary accomodation

BASILDON Council has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing the use and cost of temporary accommodation, while doing everything possible to ensure that homeless families...

Football: Aveley leap up into play off places

Isthmian Premier Cray Valley 1 v 4 Aveley AVELEY moved up to fifth spot in the Isthmian Premier with Tuesday evening's (4 November) emphatic win at...

Essex Police: International Control Room Week 

“OUR ‘heroes in headsets’ work hard every day to help you and deal with your emergency” That’s from one of one of their most senior...

Football: Aveley teach Scholars a lesson with fine away win

Isthmian League North Potters Bar 2 v 3 Aveley AVELEY'S steady climb up the league continued with an away victory against Potters Bar. Goals by Suley Zuhdu...

Heroics rewarded in Essex Senior Cup Fourth Round Draw

BENFLEET'S reward for their late heroics in the last stage of the BBC Essex Senior Cup will be rewarded with a trip to Aveley...

Essex Police named Police Force of the Year at the National Black Police Association (NBPA) awards.

ESSEX Police has been named Police Force of the Year at the National Black Police Association (NBPA) awards. A spokesperson said: “We were praised for...

October is Tyre Safety Month – Essex Police urges drivers to “Check Your Tyres”

THIS October, Essex Police is supporting Tyre Safety Month, a national campaign led by TyreSafe, encouraging all drivers to take a few minutes to...

Essex Alliance League recognised as England Football accredited league

THIS achievement reflects the league’s sustained efforts to provide a high-quality, sustainable football environment within Essex’s London Boroughs and the south and west of...

New Superintendent appointed to cover west Essex

THURROCK has a change of command at the top of its police tree after divisional commander Chief Inspector Tony Atkin stepped down from the...

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