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Thurrock UKIP slam Tory Planning Chair over Gloriana press release

THURROCK UKIP has reacted with anger at press release issued by the Tory chair of the Planning Committee. A spokesperson said: "Thurrock Council sent out...

Man deported after multiple stabbing found living in Grays

A MAN has been jailed after illegally entering the country following being sentenced for a multiple stabbing.

UKIP councillor for Tilbury slams Highways England over filthy lay-bys

THE lay-bys on the A1089 Dock Approach Road, which were closed last year, are still covered in litter and Highways England have failed to clean them properly.

Damning report on Thurrock school as Ofsted rate it as “Inadequate”

A THURROCK school for alternative provision has been rated as "Inadequate" by government watchdog, Ofsted. The Olive Academy was inspected in January 2017 at its...

Adopt a positive mindset at workshop at Orsett Hall

DO you ever feel stuck and unsure of who you are? Do you wish you had some time for you? Maybe there are so many...

Part-time job opportunities locally in adult education

THURROCK Adult Community College has announced recruitment events during March for part-time sessional tutors and invigilators. If you have experience or knowledge in any of the areas listed below

Come and join the Grays Riverside Community Forum

Grays Riverside Forum Meeting THE Grays Riverside Community Forum meet the first Thursday of every month at 7pm at Belmont Village Hall, Parker Road,...

Thurrock Council nominated for Local Government “Oscar”

THURROCK Council's work with the Royal Opera House has led to a nomination at the Local Government Awards. Recognised as the Oscars of local government,...

Thurrock UKIP’s Tim Aker unimpressed by Tory Budget

UKIP MEP and councillor for Aveley, Tim Aker was left unimpressed by the Chancellor, Phillip Hammond's budget.

Thurrock Council agree on 20% affordable housing for Tilbury’s Gloriana project

MEMBERS of Thurrock Council Planning Committee have secured affordable housing for residents at the St Chads, Tilbury development.

Thurrock cop under criminal investigation after arrest of Thurrock UKIP councillor

AN ESSEX Police officer is under criminal investigation for an alleged excessive use of force during the arrest of a Thurrock UKIP councillor.

Wednesday Traffic and Travel

ALL your traffic and travel in and around Thurrock for Wednesday March 8th, 2017.

Celebrations at re-birth of Horndon village nursery

RESIDENTS, children, staff and governors have been celebrating the rebirth of a village nursery.

South Essex College announce new costume course in Thurrock

A BRAND new Foundation Diploma specialising in Costume Construction is now being offered at South Essex College.

Health leaders launch campaign to increase smear test take up in Thurrock

A CAMPAIGN to increase the numbers of women taking up their smear test has been released this week by Thurrock Clinical Commissioning Group.

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