Thurrock fly-tipping rates soar but fines halve
THURROCK has the second highest rate of fly-tipping in all south Essex yet the number of fines being handed out have halved.…
Police investigation after Purfleet woman dies in Suffolk pub
POLICE have named a 45-year-old woman who died during a party at The Magpie Pub in Little Stonham, Suffolk.…
Royal Mail wins battle to prevent strike in Thurrock
ROYAL Mail has won its legal battle to prevent a postal strike after the High Court backed its application for an injunction.…
Labour’s John Kent backs health plans to help waiting lists at Basildon hospital
AS 9,917 patients languish for more than 18 weeks on Thurrock and Basildon’s NHS Foundation Trust’s waiting lists, Labour announces £26bn real terms Rescue Plan to save our health service and deliver real change.…
St. Luke’s Hospice is seeking volunteers for Christmas tree collection and recycling fundraising initiative.
THE charity is looking for volunteers with their own van to help collect Christmas trees from designated addresses on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th January, 9am – 4pm, and drop them off at the Basildon Recycle Barleylands Depot. Addresses will be concentrated within a three mile radius of the depot and routes will be mapped out for each driver before the day.…
Thurrock’s Brighter Futures Children’s Partnership praised in independent review
AN independent review has revealed overwhelming support and positive feedback for the Brighter Futures services provided to children, young people and families in Thurrock.…
Thurrock cycle campaigner hit by car but spreads message from hospital bed!
THURROCK cycling and environmental campaigner Matt Hill was seriously injured after being hit on his cycle today (Tuesday,12 November) – but he is already spreading a message about the incident from his hospital bed as he awaits an operation reports the Thurrock Independent.…
The Dream Factory make more dreams come true for local children and young adults
THE Dream Factory is an Essex-based charity established 11 years ago to brighten the lives and encourage hope for children and young adults aged 3-25 years, who have either life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, or who suffer from severe disabilities. They do this by granting their dreams and making their wishes come true and aim to do everything possible to grant a child’s dream, whether it’s to meet their favourite celebrity or sporting hero.…
Thurrock Council officially publishes notice of general election
THURROCK Council has officially published notice of the upcoming general election which will take place on 12 December.…
National HIV Testing Week takes place from 16 to 22 November in Thurrock
THE week encourages people be tested for HIV, particularly those from the most at-risk groups, including men who have sex with men (MSM) and black African men and women.…
Thurrock Liberal Democrat candidate steps down after racist tweets found on Twitter
THE Liberal Democrats prospective parliamentary candidate for Thurrock, Kevin McNamara is under investigation after tweets that use racist language have been found on his account.…
Nigel Farage announces Brexit Party will not stand in Tory seats
THE Brexit Party has announced that it will not stand candidates in the 317 seats won by the Conservatives at the 2017 general election.…
Poetry masterclass for adults
EXPLORE your creativity on a new evening masterclass at Thurrock Adult Community College, learning techniques to write poetry, developing new skills in a fun, explorative and creative way.…
Thurrock Play Network chosen to benefit from the Co-op Local Community Fund (but they need your help)
THURROCK Play Network has been chosen to benefit from the Co-op Local Community Fund and we need your help to communicate this to Thurrock.…
Classic Christmas films at the Thameside Theatre
YOU can get into the Christmas spirit early with a trio of classic festive family films being screened at the Thameside Theatre on Saturday, 23 November.…
The Dream Factory make more dreams come true for local children and young adults
THE Dream Factory is an Essex-based charity established 11 years ago to brighten the lives and encourage hope for children and young adults aged 3-25 years, who have either life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, or who suffer from severe disabilities. They do this by granting their dreams and making their wishes come true and aim to do everything possible to grant a child’s dream, whether it’s to meet their favourite celebrity or sporting hero.…
National HIV Testing Week takes place from 16 to 22 November in Thurrock
THE week encourages people be tested for HIV, particularly those from the most at-risk groups, including men who have sex with men (MSM) and black African men and women.…
Come and sing The Greatest Showman at TACC
IF you love the songs and hits from the musical film, The Greatest Showman, and you like singing, or want to try singing for the first time then Thurrock Adult Community College has a hugely enjoyable masterclass that is ideal for you!…
Come and join the Grays Beachcombers
meeting at old St Clements Church RM20 4AL at 10:30 to 13:30. We will be picking from around the QE2 Bridge area. This adult only event will include up to 6 miles walking so comfortable walking shoes/boots are recommended.…
Popular Indian restaurant in Grays wins top award
AN INDIAN restaurant has won the best restaurant award in South Essex.…
Mothercare Thurrock announce massive closing down sale
ON Friday 8th November, Mothercare Thurrock will commence a massive closing down sale with everything* in store dramatically reduced, just in time for Christmas – everything must go. Following the previous closure of 60 stores, it has been confirmed that Mothercare has now gone into administration and is closing all remaining stores across the UK with all stock discounted.…
Thurrock fly-tipping rates soar but fines halve
THURROCK has the second highest rate of fly-tipping in all south Essex yet the number of fines being handed out have halved.…
Police investigation after Purfleet woman dies in Suffolk pub
POLICE have named a 45-year-old woman who died during a party at The Magpie Pub in Little Stonham, Suffolk.…
Royal Mail wins battle to prevent strike in Thurrock
ROYAL Mail has won its legal battle to prevent a postal strike after the High Court backed its application for an injunction.…
Labour’s John Kent backs health plans to help waiting lists at Basildon hospital
AS 9,917 patients languish for more than 18 weeks on Thurrock and Basildon’s NHS Foundation Trust’s waiting lists, Labour announces £26bn real terms Rescue Plan to save our health service and deliver real change.…
St. Luke’s Hospice is seeking volunteers for Christmas tree collection and recycling fundraising initiative.
THE charity is looking for volunteers with their own van to help collect Christmas trees from designated addresses on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th January, 9am – 4pm, and drop them off at the Basildon Recycle Barleylands Depot. Addresses will be concentrated within a three mile radius of the depot and routes will be mapped out for each driver before the day.…
Thurrock’s Brighter Futures Children’s Partnership praised in independent review
AN independent review has revealed overwhelming support and positive feedback for the Brighter Futures services provided to children, young people and families in Thurrock.…
Thurrock cycle campaigner hit by car but spreads message from hospital bed!
THURROCK cycling and environmental campaigner Matt Hill was seriously injured after being hit on his cycle today (Tuesday,12 November) – but he is already spreading a message about the incident from his hospital bed as he awaits an operation reports the Thurrock Independent.…
The Dream Factory make more dreams come true for local children and young adults
THE Dream Factory is an Essex-based charity established 11 years ago to brighten the lives and encourage hope for children and young adults aged 3-25 years, who have either life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, or who suffer from severe disabilities. They do this by granting their dreams and making their wishes come true and aim to do everything possible to grant a child’s dream, whether it’s to meet their favourite celebrity or sporting hero.…
Thurrock Council officially publishes notice of general election
THURROCK Council has officially published notice of the upcoming general election which will take place on 12 December.…
National HIV Testing Week takes place from 16 to 22 November in Thurrock
THE week encourages people be tested for HIV, particularly those from the most at-risk groups, including men who have sex with men (MSM) and black African men and women.…
Thurrock Liberal Democrat candidate steps down after racist tweets found on Twitter
THE Liberal Democrats prospective parliamentary candidate for Thurrock, Kevin McNamara is under investigation after tweets that use racist language have been found on his account.…
