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Opportunity to join the Golden Voices

ANYONE who would like to be part of an enthusiastic singing group is invited to try out with one of Thurrock's community choirs.

Grays dad takes on London Marathon in memory of son

A DAD from Grays, is taking on the London Marathon to raise money for The Sick Children’s Trust, the charity that supported him when...

Community action to help nature in Thurrock

ESSEX Wildlife Trust is offering support to communities in Thurrock and Basildon who wish to take action for wildlife and improve local green spaces.

Amazon in Tilbury host family fun day

MEMBERS of the Amazon team brought their family and friends along to an outdoor celebration in Orsett Showground that featured archery, mini golf and wall climbing.

Cory Community Fund returns to support local organisations

CORY has today announced the launch of the 2022 Cory Community Fund, which will provide grants for groups which generate positive improvements in local people’s lives.

Plaque unveiled to honours life of Chadwell St Mary’s Jane Packer

A BLUE plaque celebrating the life and achievements of Jane Packer was unveiled at her birthplace and childhood home, 11 St Francis Way, Chadwell St Mary by friends, family and loved ones.

Queen’s plant a tree initiative extends into next year

FOLLOWING the death of Her Majesty The Queen, and the wishes of our Patron, His Majesty The King, The Queen’s Green Canopy (QGC) initiative will be extended to the end of March 2023 to give people the opportunity to plant trees in memoriam to honour Her Majesty.

Grays Beachcombers continue to do their litter picks

JUST a quick reminder that the next litter picking event will be taking place on Wednesday morning from 10:30 - 13:00, meeting at The Worlds End Pub in Tilbury.

Art exhibition at Well House Gallery in Horndon

AN art exhibition currently being mounted at the Well House Gallery in Horndon on the Hill features the work of Terry Wood.

The Orsett Show makes a glorious return

THE sun shone to welcome the visitors back to the Orsett Show which returned to the Orsett Showground after a two year break on Saturday, 3rd September.

South Ockendon: Quince Tree Day Nursery walk tall after Sunflower challenge

THE children and staff at Quince Tree Day Nursery in South Ockendon took part in a challenge to grow a Sunflower and raise awareness...

Sadness as Head of Thurrock CVS passes away

IT is with profound sadness that the Thurrock CVS Board of Trustees have to announce that Kristina Jackson, Chief Executive Officer, passed away this morning (22 August 2022) aged 54.

Aveley Community Hub officially opens

TODAY, Monday 22 August, saw Cllr Qaisar Abbas, Cabinet Member for Communities and Equalities, join The Mayor of Thurrock, Cllr James Halden and The...

The Orsett Show is set to return after three year absence

THE ORSETT Show is set to return after an absence of three years. The show is one of the most popular events in the Thurrock...

Essex veterans turning to charity support as cost-of-living crisis deepens

HELP for Heroes is having to support veterans in Essex with grants to help pay energy and food bills as the cost of living crisis continues to bite.

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