POLICE have appealed for witnesses following a road crash at Chadwell St Mary in which a cyclist was seriously injured. Officers were called to Brentwood Road, shortly before noon on Tuesday July 1 following reports of a collision involving a cycle and a car.
THE good-hearted spirit immortalised by 1976 film The Gumball Rally which struck a chord with road rally enthusiasts has been unleashed again at the AGS Gumball Rally 2014, which started at Orsett Hall on Friday (27 June). The three day charity event sponsored by Leeds-based AGS Risk Solutions raised just short of £40,000 in 2013 and is aiming to double that figure this year. Since its launch the rally has become a highlight in the fundraising calendar for the insurance industry and an opportunity for businesses countrywide to enjoy a good challenge.
FIRE Crews released a woman trapped following a two car RTC on the Stifford Interchange in the early hours of sunday morning (June 29th). The collision had left the care the woman was in on its roof.
Firefighters released two people trapped following a two vehicle RTC. One person was trapped in each car. Using specialist cutting equipment crews had released the first casualty by 11:36hrs and the second by 12:01. Both were left in the care of the Ambulance Service.
A PROJECT to help 999 patients receive quicker care for minor wounds has reached a crucial stage in a national awards scheme. The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) has been shortlisted for its wound closure training in the 2013 Health Service Journal (HSJ) Value in Healthcare Awards innovation category.
Verdi's Requiem is part of the Fused festival. A three day annual festival of concerts, workshops, interactive exhibitions and activities. You can book tickets here. YT popped into the Palmer's College to speak to one of the chorus, Rob Bowles on how rehearsals are coming along.
M25 Kent - M25 blocked and stationary traffic clockwise between J2, A2 (Darenth Interchange) and J3, M20 (Swanley Interchange), because of a multi-vehicle accident.
MYSTERY surrounds the continued absence of the head of the Essex Fire and Rescue Service. David Johnson was absent for a number of months in 2013. It now appears that he is again absent from his desk.
A127 Essex - A127 in South Essex closed and long delays London-bound between Dunton and Halfway House, because of an accident involving three vehicles, including a horsebox and recovery work. Diversion in operation - long distance traffic heading towards the M25 is advised to use the A13, to avoid getting stuck in the tailbacks. Tailbacks for three miles. Congestion to Billericay.
B1335 Essex - B1335 Stifford Road in South Ockendon closed in both directions between the Daiglen Drive junction and the Foyle Drive junction, because of a serious accident involving a car and a pedestrian.
DANNY Dyer is making a rare book signing appearance at WHSmith Lakeside on Saturday 21st June from 1pm. The star of TV and film will be at the store signing copies of his latest book, The Films of Danny Dyer by Jonathan Sothcott and James Mullinger. The book - described by The Daily Telegraph as “strangely delightful” and Empire magazine, Dyer’s quotes are priceless in a spirited defence of his film career, - charts the film career of one of the UK’s most bankable stars, from Human Traffic through to his latest success, the action thriller Vendetta.
FIRE CREWS cut the roof from a car to release a casualty medically trapped following an RTC. The incident happened on the slip road from the A13 to M25 at 6.30pm on Tuesday evening.
THURROCK Council’s portfolio holder for children’s services, Cllr Bukky Okunade, has welcomed the Essex Police-led Standing Together campaign. Councils across the county are backing the anti-domestic violence campaign launched recently.
