DI PAUL Lopez, of the Serious and Organised Crime Unit, said: "The holdall contained items taken from Ernest Jones at Lakeside during an aggravated burglary which happened in the early hours of Saturday, April 12. The jewellery has been returned to the store and the member of the public has been thanked for his public spiritedness. The jewellery that was found is thought to be worth around half a million pounds.”
“NO Ordinary Chicken!” is Delroy Dixon’s tag line for the launch of his Caribbean Soul Food concept Rhythm Kitchen at intu Lakeside. And ordinary is by far the last word you would associate with the tasty and deliciously marinated Jerk Chicken, BBQ ribs and Braised Oxtail he has on offer. Inspired by his Jamaican mother’s recipes Dixon serves authentic yet modern Caribbean food that ‘fills ya belly’. A first in Essex, according to the passionate chef.
FIRE CREWS were called to a fire in a ground floor flat in Thors Oak in Stanford-le-Hope. Crews extinguished the fire by 13:05hrs, the flat was lightly smoke logged.
THEY DID it last year and they have now done it this year. Last year, local man Andy Johns and his fellow bikers paid tribute to the fallen Lee Rigby by paying their respects at a war memorial in Thurrock and then a memorial in Woolwich. Andy Johns on behalf of the ‘Steel Horse Riders’ said: " We would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Thurrock Council leader, John Kent for his support. The local police for their valued assistance.
Concerns has been raised in respect of grass root facilities and the effect current building developments have. More interest is needed from local sports as facility provision will eventually affect even the most insular of sports. The greater the input we can attract the better for Thurrock sport. Regular meeting attendees and some specific people were thanked by the chairman. The vice chairman and secretary resigned and replacements not found yet.
THE new Thurrock Campus of South Essex College is racing to completion at the end of Grays high street. And prospective students are already racing to be the first to study at the £45 million campus, which has already seen 1,500 school leavers and adults apply.
THE collision happened in Fobbing when the driver of a silver Ford Fiesta lost control of the car while travelling along High Road in the early hours of Saturday, March 29. It was found abandoned with extensive collision damage, but officers could not determine what it had struck.
IF you have ever wondered how you can best support your community, you could not find a more rewarding and beneficial way than to Foster children. There are far too many children within your area who are desperately in need of a safe and loving home environment and you could make a real difference.
TWC members are preparing for the Thurrock Writers Festival on June 14th at the Grays Library. Workshops are to be held by several authors, this is to give anyone an opportunity to have a go and show what they can write and also to get information on their craft.
DIABETES UK Healthy Lifestyle Roadshow in partnership with Bupa, will be visiting Grays High Street on Thursday May 29 between 9.30am and 5pm to offer a quick and confidential assessment so that people can find out if they may have, or are at risk of developing, Type 2 diabetes.
THEIR FUNDRAISING campaigns have been amazing and so it was no surprise that the Thurrock "Simply the Breast" ladies were invited to the House of Lords recently. They are a group of Thurrock ladies who have all been affected personally or has had a close relative or friend affected by breast cancer.
THE first fire was extinguished by 22:45 hrs on Thursday May 15th. The other three 23:09 hrs. Crews then spent time turning over and damping down to ensure the fires were fully out. A Pinzgauer, off road firefighting unit was used to assist crews in reaching the fires due to difficult access.
THE Concert took place on the 1 May 2014 at the College with the night being sold out in days. The concert was part of a marked unit and showcased the talent of both Music and Performing Arts students and featured musical performances, solo performances and choreographed various songs from the Musical Matilda. The students were very fortunate to have ex-students Jody Byrne and Shannon Williams come in to choreograph the songs as well as members of the dance group to perform in the concert.
FOLLOWING the incredible success of the Pantomime JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at the Thameside Theatre last Christmas, Polka Dot Pantomimes in association with Thurrock Council are once again looking for children living within the local area to take part in this year’s festive extravaganza, SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS!
