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Thurrock charity at the forefront of volunteer week events

IT'S been a memorable week for the Thurrock branch of Re-engage – the charity that supports vulnerable, elderly and lonely people. Its volunteers attended a...

Thurrock Young Carers is Lakeside’s nominated charity

FOLLOWING the casting of 2,749 votes, Lakeside Shopping Centre has announced its new charity partner is Thurrock Young Carers. With over 36% of the vote,...

Viridor Thameside supports CoDa Dance Company through its WeShare Community Fund

VIRIDORS Thameside Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) is proud to support CoDa Dance Company through its WeShare Community Fund. This donation has contributed towards projects...

Local community turn out in force to the Port of Tilbury’s Open Day celebrations

THE Port of Tilbury's annual community Open Day, held on Saturday 9th May was a big success with hundreds of local people joining the...

Essex Freemasons honoured with Mayoral Roll of Honour acknowledgement for their community service

ESSEX Freemasons have been formally added to the Thurrock Town Hall Roll of Honour, a prestigious civic recognition presented by the Mayor of Thurrock...

Essex praised at third annual Brown Flag beach awards

ESSEX has avoided being named and shamed at an annual water quality awards – but the data shows there is still a long way...

Quince Trees Save The Bees campaign!

THE children and teachers at Quince Tree Day Nursery in South Ockendon are on a mission to "Save The Bees!". They have made a picture...

Construction underway for Thurrock’s new Youth Zone

CONSTRUCTION has begun on Thurrock’s new OnSide Youth Zone, the state-of-the-art youth centre due to open in Tilbury in 2027. This is an exciting...

Local charity ‘Get Started Art’ recognised at prestigious Essex High Sheriff’s awards

A THURROCK arts charity helping vulnerable and disadvantaged people through creativity has been recognised at one of Essex's most respected civic award ceremonies. Get Started...

Lower Thames Crossing launches £1.9 million Community Fund for local good causes

BRENTWOOD, Havering and Thurrock charities and community groups working near the Lower Thames Crossing can apply for cash grants of up to £10,000, as...

Corringham event brings cost‑of‑living support directly to residents

Residents from across Thurrock were able to access a wide range of advice and support to help them manage the rising cost of living...

Purfleet Pantry people produce perfect party

RESIDENTS in the west of Thurrock enjoyed a special Christmas treat, thanks to the efforts of volunteers from Purfleet Pantry & Hub. Twenty-eight residents celebrated...

Festival Leisure Park brings festive magic to Basildon this December

FESTIVAL Leisure Park is set to sparkle this December with a programme of festive events designed to delight families and spread Christmas cheer across...

Mossbourne Fobbing Academy Remembrance Service 2025

ON Tuesday, 11 November, the Mossbourne Fobbing Academy community gathered for our annual Remembrance Service — a moment of unity, reflection, and gratitude. Each...

Cost of living campaign returns for second year to show residents that Thurrock Cares

THURROCK Cares is back for a second year, building on the success of the cost-of-living campaign run last winter to ensure local residents could...

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