As part of the Aimhigher scheme this term, Ormiston Park Academy introduced their Year 9, 10 and 11 students to the Paralympic Olympian star Danny Crates. The students were inspired by Danny’s courage and determination after he gave them a number of talks on how to accomplish their dreams no matter what hurdles come their way. The students had the opportunity to speak to Danny afterwards, took pictures and even had the opportunity to hold his Gold medal!
CCTV footage seized four weeks earlier had not been viewed and when it was, after Mrs Bennett's arrest, it showed she had paid for her petrol.
Tesco staff at the Chadwell St Mary filling station had also told police the suspect was a man and this was not entered on the crime report. Mrs Bennett was eventually released and returned to the A13 to collect her car, only to find that it had been stolen.
“The centre is run by a team of devoted volunteers who give up much of their spare time in order to give children something to do with their time. The burglary occurred over the weekend prior to the start of their busy season which has set them back weeks and cost them an awful lot of their own time and money to get put right. I appeal to the conscience of anyone that knows who did this to do the right thing and contact us."
Cllr Gray said “I am so glad this sorry chapter is now closed. I have always taken full responsibility for forwarding that email. It was a foolish thing to do and I deeply regret any offence it has caused. I have learnt a hard lesson and now just want to get on with the job of representing my community here in Belhus.”
At 3.30am on Monday, April 11, police were called to reports of suspects allegedly stealing metal from the roof of the building. Officers attended the incident seven minutes later and arrested a 26-year-old man and a 19-year-old man, both from Grays, on suspicion of theft.
Over the last few days, YT has interviewed Shane Hebb, Ben Gadsby and Gemma Robbins. All under 23 years of age and all with a political fire in their eyes that augurs well for the future. Whilst the Labour campaign is being co-ordinated by 25-year-old Richard Speight.
For minor injuries such as wounds, sprains and broken bones there is a minor injuries unit at Orsett Hospital, which is open throughout the Easter bank holiday from 10am to 8pm (10am to 7.30pm on Easter Sunday). The hospital treats wounds, sprains, some broken bones and minor head injuries – please note that there will be no x-ray on Easter Sunday. Alternatively, there is a walk-in GP service at the Thurrock Health Centre, Grays, from 8am to 8pm every day (including Bank Holidays and Easter Sunday).
The law is explicit. All ability academies of the kind we have in Thurrock are not able to introduce selection. Any suggestion that Academies will suddenly select by ability is scaremongering. What we are trying to create is strong local schools serving their local communities. But that is Thurrock Labour – never let the truth get in the way of a good story – particularly at election time”
Two young candidates contest this ward in the shape of Shane Hebb for the Conservatives and Gemma Robbins for Labour but the election may not be decided by the brave new world that they represent but in the shape of former Conservative Stuart St-Clair Haslam who, backed by a number of former Tory activists is standing for UKIP.
Rocks boss John Coventry is remaining steadfast. He said: "Possible promotion will not be decided on Saturday and we have to focus on that. We play Brentwood Town, one of the fellow promotion hopefuls and we have to concentrate on that and that alone.
In a visit arrange by local Councillor Amanda Prevost and MP Jackie Doyle-Price, members of the Youth Council had a tour of the home of british democracy and gained an insight in how government works. Mind you it wasn’t all hard work. As they day was sunny and they had a bit of time on their hands, they also got to see Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square and other London sights.
England U20 Fly Half Emily Scott was straight into action and touched down under the posts in only 4 minutes, kicking the conversion, she did it again only 2 minutes later. 6 minutes and 14-0!
Like last week against Wimbledon, the T-birds ran everything. If Harlequins defended wide, Ts ran through the middle, if they defended tight, Ts ran around them. In a 9 try first half, only one member of the T’s backline from 9 to 15 failed to score, with Emily Scott kicking 8 out of 9 conversions. Score 61-0.
However if you have registered, but do not think you will be able to visit the polling station yourself, the deadline to appoint a proxy to vote on your behalf is Thursday, 21 April. This does not apply to people who have already registered for a postal vote.
Kathy, the Palmer’s Continuing Professional Development Manager, made a deal with herself to run the marathon when she turned 40, 50 and 60, and Sunday’s race will see her fulfil her ambition.
Daddy Rocks will take place during the Easter weekend, on 22, 23, 25 April from 12noon until 4pm. It is essential that participants attend all three sessions. The workshop will be held in the barn at the High House Production Park, Purfleet. The course is free but a £20 refundable deposit is required to secure a place. To book a place or for further information, please contact Alton Brown or Shaun Bajnoczky on: 01708 891 200 or email [email protected].
