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SS17 Rocks at Hardie Park in Stanford-le-Hope

THE popular SS17 Community Festival will be hosted by Hardie Park in Stanford le Hope this year for the first time in its history. The event is free for all between 12pm and 6pm with a packed agenda for the local community to enjoy

Man charged over burglary in Stifford Clays

A MAN has been charged in connection with a burglary in Prince Phillip Avenue, Grays that occurred shortly before 4.30am, yesterday, Wednesday, June 21.

Thurrock Council apologise for chaos as dustbin wagons keep breaking down

A SERIES of "unforeseeable" setbacks, including six vehicle breakdowns, have affected bin collections on 90 of the borough's 1,400 roads. The delays are largely affecting those who would usually have their bin collected on Tuesday,

CCTV footage of Manorway bikers released by police

POLICE investigating a serious crash in The Manorway, Corringham are re-appealing for information and releasing CCTV footage. Two motorbikes were in collision at around 9.15pm...

Thousands raised for Great Ormond Street Hospital

THOUSANDS have been raised for Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) at a theatrical showcase at the Old Regent Ballroom in Stanford-le-Hope own Saturday night.

The Bull: Honoured to host life celebrations

IF you are looking to celebrate the life and memories of a loved one then The Bull pub in Little Thurrock would be honoured for you to hold it.

Man in court over Corringham burglary

A MAN is due to appear in court today, Thursday June 22, charged with two burglaries in which cars were stolen.

Thurrock Council leader reassures residents over cladding in tower blocks

THE LEADER of Thurrock Council has gone on the record to reassure residents after the Grenfell Tower fire tragedy.

Thurrock UKIP call for more action against unlawful traveller encampments in the borough

IS the Council and the Conservative Administration doing enough to deal with Traveller issues within the borough? Despite calls from UKIP Councillors and offers of help from local residents there are concerns that little to no action is being taken.

Thurrock volunteers recognised at special ceremony

VOLUNTEERS in Thurrock were recognised for their dedication and hard work at a special event on Wednesday (14 June), hosted by the Mayor of Thurrock, Cllr Tunde Ojetola.

Thurrock’s Louisa Johnson takes part in all-star charity single for Grenfell Tower

THURROCK'S X Factor star, Louisa Johnson has take part in a charity single for the victims of the Grenfell Tower disaster.

Corringham teenager missing from home

ESSEX Police are appealing for information to help find a 15-year-old boy who is missing from his home in Corringham.

Storms predicted for Thursday morning

THE risk of disruption from thunderstorms is greatest across the west of the yellow area early on Thursday morning and will transfer east, clearing Kent and East Anglia by early afternoon.

Appeal for witnesses over crash on London Road in Grays

ESSEX Police are appealing for witnesses after a road traffic collision in London Road, Grays, at the Mill Lane and The Chase junction.

Thurrock head teachers write to government and call for “urgent action” over “cash-starved” schools

HEAD teachers in England are keeping up the pressure on school funding, sending a letter warning about "cash-starved" schools to almost two million families...

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