FUNKY.SX are pleased to announce that they have made it through to the regional final of ITV's 'The People's Millions'. A spokesperson said: "We would appreciate all the support you can give us on Wednesday the 27th November to help us win the public 'phone in vote' and to help us launch our 'Funky Academy' DJ Classes across Essex including Thurrock and build a broadcast studio for our online radio station, broadcast training and future RSL/community radio broadcasts.
In the weeks leading up to Bonfire Night on 5th November, the team focus their attention on the sale and safe storage of fireworks and they would like the help of residents to identify local traders who may be selling fireworks to those under the age of 18 or who may be selling fireworks illegally. If you suspect a trader may be selling fireworks to under 18s, or if you see someone selling fireworks from a market stall or van, please report your concerns to trading standards immediately. You can contact the team by emailing [email protected]
Prior to joining intu Lakeside, Kate gained a wealth of retail experience at Selfridges in London. Having spent 16 years with the world famous department store, Kate most recently held the position of Central Operations Manager, overseeing large scale back-of-house and refurbishment projects, planning and managing peak and key trading periods (such as sale and Christmas) and supporting the launch of Selfridge’s transactional website.
CLLR Kent said: "I do not know why Cllr Wootton seems incapable of grasping a simple concept without trying to make incomprehensible, disingenuous and inaccurate political comment. "There is no merger – back door or front door and no Thurrock services are being “handed over” to another council to run. A new Head of Environment – currently working in Barnet – has been appointed, and we will share a very experienced Director with Barking and Dagenham.
SHIP Lane in Purfleet partially blocked in both directions near the A1306 Arterial Road West Thurrock junction, because of an accident involving two vehicles.
Fire service and ambulance crews in attendance.
“DURING the journey, two men, who also boarded at Romford, approached the victims and demanded them to hand over their belongings, including phones, wallets and keys. “The men threatened them, claiming they had a gun – although no gun was seen - before grabbing one of the boys round the neck. Fearing for their safety, the two victims handed over their mobile phones, a passport and headphones.
A MAN has been arrested following an assault in Grays which left the victim with a cut to his eyebrow area. The 24-year-old man from Grays has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting a 31-year-old local man in Orsett Road at about 4.30am on Sunday, October 6.
ALLERGY expert Clare Gale has joined the team at Cedar Hall Clinics. Working from both the Benfleet and Stanford-le-Hope clinics, Clare, with twenty years experience, is an expert in the field of allergies. An area that has caused considerable distress to people over the years.
THURROCK Council’s trading standards team is warning people not to fall prey to rogue traders looking to take advantage of Monday’s (28 October) storm force winds across the borough. The council itself has been working to clear roads and paths and legitimate traders will also be carrying out work, but trading standards officers are concerned rogue traders will be trying to take advantage of the situation.
THURROCK Councillors are being asked to approve a scheme which will speed the development of the most modern port in the world on the banks of the Thames. On Monday (4 November) members will be asked to support the Proposed London Gateway Logistics Park: Making of Local Development Order - postponed from the full October meeting of the council.
THURROCK Council staff were busy keeping roads and footways clear and safe during Monday (28 October) morning’s high winds.The closure of the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge and subsequent congestion around the west of the borough delayed some crews – and bin collections in the South Ockendon area – but the council teams battled through.
THE DAY from hell continues in Thurrock as the M25 is shut at Junction 31 after two lorries collide. M25 Essex - Severe delays and the main road is closed, with traffic being routed around the junction and back on again, on M25 anticlockwise at J31 A1306 Arterial Road West Thurrock, because of a serious accident involving two lorries and recovery work. Travel time is around 70 minutes. Congestion to J4, A21 (Orpington).
ANDREA Ince, Marketing Manager for The Garden Restaurant said, “To win one Award would have been a remarkable achievement but to win three was fantastic and very unexpected! We are extremely proud of our Garden Restaurant and truly believe it is one of the best Restaurants in Essex for fine dining outside London. Winning these Awards is acknowledgement by industry professionals that this is the case. We are so pleased for our Executive Head Chef Robert Pearce for this personal achievement and also to Junior Sous Chef Andrew D’Amery who came a very close second in the Chef of the Year category. There are lots of exciting things happening in Thurrock at the moment making it a great place to live and work and these Awards prove that Thurrock is a great place to dine too”
CAUTION is being urged to travellers on the roads and railways ahead of severe weather expected on Monday October 27). Winds of more than 70mph are expected to batter the region from Sunday night into Monday morning. The Highways Agency is advising road users to check the weather forecast and road conditions before they travel.
HAULIER and shipping group, Charles Gee has called in the administrators after trading for 126 years.
The company, which has a base in Tilbury, transports...
