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Fogg Sees Clearly In Ton For Belhus

Michael Fogg struck his senior cricket maiden century for Belhus in this Essex Sunday League (east division) encounter at North Stifford with a fine undefeated 108.

Harry Takes Open Water Title

“My race plan was to try and get to the front and lead,” said Payne. “Previously I’ve just sat back and I’ve had two third place finishes at Nationals, but this year my coach Lisa [Bates] and I decided to do something different and it worked out.

Heath and Lightnin’ Sweep Drama Awards

Rainham-based group sweep the boards on final night at the prestigious British Drama Festival.

Lightnin: Frightening and Enlightening at Drama Festival

The strength of the play revolves around the acting, lighting, sound, colour, timing and passion in the production. Every time you watch a Lightnin Drama production, you appreciate that they really believe in what they are doing

Concord Rangers 1 v 3 Thurrock

At the end of the game Manager Hakan Hayrettin stated “This was the performance I was looking for, it was a very good game for us we dictated most of the play and the players are beginning to find their touch” “All the new boys are looking very promising and we are looking forward to the start of the league season”

Thurrock’s Jo Wins Euro Bronze “On One Leg”

Jo later appeared in front of the BBC cameras on crutches as she explained what happened. She said: "It really hurt after 16 miles but I wasn't going to quit. I went into automatic and finished the race.

Two Field Fires in East Tilbury

Yesterday (saturday) two fires broke out in East Tilbury which may herald a busy time for the fire service in August.

Saturday Football Friendlies

Thurrock back on track; Grays enjoy a good run out but Tilbury look off the pace.

Drama Festival: Sociable Success For Heath Players

I dont often say this about theatre of any standard, but it was an absolute privilege to watch. Thank you for a night of professionalism and entertainment. The Heath Players with “The Sociable Plover” by Tim Whitnall.

T-Fest: Now For 2011…..

It was interesting that a couple of acts: Brother Beyond and Mr Quest with Klair were sponsored (by Redrow and Serric) respectively. That may well be a possible income strand.

Tories Continue To Return 5% Allowances

Since then: councillors Lynn Carr, Garry Hague, Ben Maney, Amanda Wilton, Neil Rockcliffe, Barry Johnson, Amanda Arnold, Pauline Tolson have all pledged to return over £500 to the council coffers.

Emirates Ambassador Visits DP World

The UAE Ambassador to the UK and the CEO of DP World have visited the London Gateway port development to inspect dredging work being carried out on the UK’s first deep sea port in over 20 years.

DC Host Drama Reception

On wednesday night at the British All-Winners Drama Festival, sponsors Thurrock Thames Gateway Development Corporation (DC) hosted a reception for all the participants at the festival.

Tell Us What You Want Day In Chadwell

Steven Greener, Thurrock community safety manager for Essex Police, said: “These events are important, as it allows the public to access a whole host of services to help them in one location, and we had some really crucial questions and problems to solve from those who visited us.”

Thursday Night Reviews: British Drama Festival

Wonderful acting came from both James and Stephanie, they delivered the comic content with ease and seemed to make the audience laugh easily too! A well written play, good use of props and the space on the stage was taken advantage of smoothly.

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