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Eddie Stobart launch rail service from Port of Tilbury

FOLLOWING a four-month pilot, UK company Eddie Stobart Logistics has confirmed the launch of a rail service from the Port of Tilbury to Daventry, which it plans to run five days a week with a forecast capacity of 200 containers a week.

Ormiston Park Academy launch Science Club at Aveley Primary

THE Science team at Ormiston Park Academy, in Aveley, were delighted to launch their new Science Club at local Aveley Primary School.

Thurrock five-year-old who guided paramedics to his unconscious mother will be given a bravery certificate

A Five-year-old who guided paramedics to his unconscious mother will be given a bravery certificate

Unite seeks urgent Tesco meeting, following reports of large-scale job losses

UNITE, Britain and Ireland's largest union, today (Monday 28 January) called for urgent talks with Tesco bosses, following reports that the retail giant is planning to axe up to 15,000 jobs.

Morrisons in Grays set to introduce US style paper bags

A major supermarket is to introduce US style paper bags as part of the escalation on war on plastic reports the BBC.

Hathaway Academy praised by Ofsted

GOVERNMENT inspectors Ofsted have praised Hathaway Academy but questioned The watchdog conducted what is termed as a short inspection in December, the first visit...

Closure Order imposed on property in Chadwell St Mary

A CLOSURE Order has been imposed upon a property in Chadwell St Mary

Police part of council tax set to rise to pay for more cops on the beat

MEMBERS of the Police, Fire and Crime Panel have agreed plans to boost finances by raising the policing element of the Council Tax precept.

Residents continue to face heavy fines for dropping cigarettes

THURROCK Council's "get-tough" approach to people who throw cigarettes away continues as a number of people faced heavy fines recently. You will notice that most...

Number of new businesses soaring in Thurrock

BUSINESS numbers are soaring in south Essex, with Southend, Basildon and Thurrock welcoming more businesses than anywhere else in the county.

New emergency number for people with mental health problems

A NEW 111 helpline for people struggling with mental health disorders is to be made available across mid and south Essex.

Would you like to meditate at Thurrock Adult Community College?

THURROCK Adult Community College offers meditation courses, Wednesdays at 2pm in Grays, with classes for both beginners and those who wish to broaden their knowledge and experience of different meditation techniques, taught by a highly experienced and friendly tutor.

South Essex College students get taste of Asia with masterclass

HOSPITALITY and catering students at South Essex College’s Thurrock campus took part in a culinary masterclass delivered by a leading industry professional.

Thurrock Council plan to spend £1 million on six police officers

WITH massive cuts to the police leaving many areas struggling for enough officers, Thurrock Council has chosen to pay for them out of their own pocket.

Temporary 40mph speed limit to be introduced as part of £79 million A13 road widening project

NARROW lanes and a reduced speed limit will come into force on the A13 from next month ahead of road widening works.

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