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Arthur Bugler Primary go above and beyond to complete social distanced marathon challenge

MEMBERS of Arthur Bugler Primary in Stanford-le-Hope were not deterred by the postponement of the London Marathon, which was due to take place on Sunday (26 April), only for it to moved to October due to the coronavirus.

10-year-old joins 2.6 challenge with trampoline fundraiser for St.Luke’s Hospice

THIS weekend, 10-year-old Lily Neame from Basildon will be challenging herself to complete 26 consecutive moves on her trampoline to help raise funds for St. Luke’s Hospice.

Eight cases of coronavirus in Thurrock confirmed in last 24 hours – total now 244

EIGHT cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the the last 24 hours in the area covered by Thurrock Borough Council, according to the latest figures from Public Health England today (23 April).

Jack Petchey Foundation recognises exceptional young people during Covid-19 across Essex

THE JACK Petchey Foundation has just launched Jack Petchey's Community Nominations, a grant-giving scheme to recognise young people in Essex who are helping their community during the coronavirus outbreak.

Thurrock’s Treetops school release latest news video – pirate week!

THURROCK'S Treetops School have released their latest news video and this time it's 'Pirate Week'.

Four sheds destroyed in fire at allotment in Horndon-on-the-Hill

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a shed fire at an allotment in Horndon-on-the-Hill yestserday morning (Wednesday 23 April).

Call for estate agents to be one of first to be allowed to return to work

THE Guild of Property Professionals and sister company Fine & Country have sent a letter to the Government stating why estate and lettings agents...

Thurrock’s Treetops School release emotional video dedicated to those they are missing during the lockdown

THURROCK'S Treetops School have released a deeply moving signing video dedicated to the families and friends they are missing during the lockdown.

PFCC partnership supports charities helping the vulnerable affected by COVID-19

HUNDREDS of thousands of pounds have been made available to support voluntary and community organisations helping the most vulnerable people in Essex who have been affected by Coronavirus.

Two men arrested after assault in Grays leaves man with head injuries

TWO men have been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm following an incident in Grays last night (20 April)

Utility firms join forces to donate towards fast funds helping Essex’s vulnerable

£21,667 HAS been donated to Essex Community Foundation through a utility network partnership between UK Power Networks, Anglian Water and Affinity Water to help people in vulnerable circumstances.

It’s Volunteer Recognition Day – how to support Thurrock Coronavirus Community Action

TODAY (Monday 20th April) is Volunteer Recognition Day and Thurrock Council are saying a big thank you to all of volunteers who have supported the Thurrock Coronavirus Community Action partnership.

Thurrock Beavers, Cubs and Scouts enjoy Virtual Camp at home

WITH face-to-face scouting currently suspended, Thurrock Scouts recently held a virtual camp for young people across the District to take part in at home.

Starting USP College: advice to students joining in September

A PERFORMING and Production Arts student at USP College has written a blog piece on his advice to students that are joining USP College in September.

Thurrock Council plead with public not to remove barriers in play areas

THURROCK Council has issued a plea to the public not to remove barriers from play areas and to abide by the rules of the lockdown.

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