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Life’s a Beach at South Essex College

SOUTH Essex College put on a totally tropical beach event at Adventure Island for their new students.

Playmobil is coming to Hamlets at intu Lakeside

PLAYMOBIL, a top manufacturer within preschool toys, is joining forces with Hamleys, the nation's much-loved department store, to host an amazing fun-filled roadshow for little ones and their families.

Nisa closure worry: Petition presented at Thurrock Council over South Ockendon store

A PETITION has been represented to Thurrock Council as there are concerns that a popular South Ockendon store may close.Ockendon resident, Peter Perrin attended...

Tory leader of Thurrock Council expresses concern over new Thames Crossing letter from Jackie Doyle-Price

LEADER of Thurrock Council, Cllr Rob Gledhill is adamant that the council still remains opposed to any new crossing in Thurrock.

Thurrock Council catering services achieve Gold status again

FOR the third year, Thurrock Council's Catering Services have achieved the prestigious 'Gold Food for Life Catering Mark'.

Speedway: Frustration for Lakeside Hammers

LAKESIDE chief Jon Cook has vowed to do everything possible to get the club's play-off bid back on track.

Thurrock Council boss explains why there was no special ceremony for Battle of the Somme

THE new leader of Thurrock Council has gone on the record to defend why Thurrock Council did not put on a special event to commemorate the centenary of the Battle of the Somme.

The Life of Rylan at intu Lakeside

On Saturday 2 July, Rylan Clark-Neal is heading to intu Lakeside's Waterstones store to sign copies of his autobiography, The Life of Rylan.

Everyone’s invited to free weekend at intu Lakeside!

SHOPPERS at intu Lakeside are set to enjoy a weekend of free entertainment and activities for everyone on 2nd and 3rd July at one of Essex's biggest summer celebrations.

Thurrock Council community team nominated for award

THURROCK council's team of local area co-ordinators (LAC) were at The Municipal Journal (MJ) Achievement Awards on 16 June in London, after being nominated for the Excellence in Community Engagement award.

South Essex College concerns over lack of apprentice applications in Thurrock

COLLEGE bosses are appealing to parents to help fill vacant apprenticeship places before it is too late.

Thurrock Council pledge "zero tolerance" approach to litter-bugs

"Our mantra is clear; clean it - we want litter free, clean streets and open spaces. Cut it is about keeping our parks family-friendly and usable. Fill it is simply about ensuring our roads are safe for all users by filling pot holes.

Forbidden Nights set for the Thameside Theatre

FORBIDDEN NIGHTS – a classy new all-male variety show with full theatre production and explosive choreography, as seen on BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT and TOWIE.

Thurrock Council celebrate repairing their lawnmowers

PORTFOLIO holder for environment, Cllr Pauline Tolson is pleased grass cutting works are progressing after a slow start.

Former Thurrock Council education boss, Christine Tinkler passes away

ON the afternoon of Monday 20 June 2016 Christine Tinkler sadly passed away following a short illness.

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