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Fire crews tackle house blaze in Corringham

ON arrival at Norton Close crews confirmed that an initial shed fire had affected three properties after spreading along a garden fence and through the roof space.

Plans for new West Thurrock logistics centre include major new community building

PLANS are being developed for a new logistics centre close to M25 motorway Junction 31 in West Thurrock which the applicants say will provide 700 new jobs if approved.

Police probing incident in Tilbury after fences destroyed by fire

A FIRE in an alleyway in Tilbury this afternoon (Wednesday, 7 September) destroyed a number of fences. It happened behind properties on Arkright Road and...

Grays Beachcombers find a lot of bottles by the Thames

THE latest harvest of litter from the side of the Thames in Grays netted more than 200 plastic bottles. The Grays Beachcombers volunteers were out...

Orsett Heath Academy will not be taking an intake for September 2023

PARENTS and families in Grays have been stunned to learn that plans to have the new Orsett Heath Academy fully open in September 2023 will not happen.

Athletics: Thurrock youngsters excel in Bedford

CHARLIE Seago was the star of the show with a gold in U17M High Jump. His leap of 1.97m, a personal best and gaining him 5th place in the UK rankings, was watched by Mum and Dad and Coach Cathy.

West Thurrock: Eight protesters arrested after a road and oil tanker blocked

ONE person climbed on top of the vehicle while others reportedly deflated its tyres. The road was closed but reopened at 03:00 on Monday.

Football: Tilbury play put goal-less draw at Chadfields

THIS Isthmian North clash at Chadfields was a desperately disappointing affair with chances at either end at a premium and very little quality on show from either side.

Thurrock Council education bosses congratulate students on GCSE results day

CLLR Barry Johnson, Cabinet Member for Children's Services, said: "This morning I visited Grays Convent and The Hathaway Academy with Cllr James Halden, Mayor of Thurrock. We met students receiving their GCSE results and it was wonderful to speak with young people about their grades and what their planned next steps and aspirations are.

Bank of England set to phase out paper £20 and £50 notes

THE Bank of England will be withdrawing legal tender status of paper £20 and £50 banknotes after 30 September 2022.

Arsonists who attacked new play area in Chadwell St Mary condemned

ON MONDAY night, the play equipment which is in the process of being installed at the Heath, Chadwell was destroyed in a fire.

Great news as kids go free to the Orsett Show

LOOKING for something to keep the kids entertained after the hustle and bustle of the summer holidays? Orsett Show is back on Saturday 3rd September and under 16s come FREE!

Residents asked for their views on Thurrock’s Highways and Transport Services

RESIDENTS are being asked for their views on Thurrock’s Highways and Transport Services – from the condition of roads and footpaths to the quality of cycling facilities.

Essex Trading Standards issue airport parking warning and advice

WITH many jetting off to warmer climates this summer, Essex Trading Standards (ETS) has issued a warning to holidaymakers to be extra vigilant when booking airport parking.

Chair of Trustees at St. Luke’s Hospice nationally recognised for almost 40 years of dedicated voluntary service.

CHAIR of Trustees at St. Luke's Hospice nationally recognised for almost 40 years of dedicated voluntary service.

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