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X Factor stars light up Your Voice

However, Ben and John Garwood did make an impression there and they certainly made an impression at Your Voice on Thursday as they performed their own version of Razorlight's Golden Touch.

Crackdown on crime in Thurrock

DCI Alan Cotgrove, said: "This operation has been carried out to disrupt the activity of those who commit crime across Basildon and Thurrock. Day by day we are out on the streets stopping crime, but today has seen us out in force making sure those that live in or visit the area and commit crime have nowhere to hide.

Four primary heads face an apocalypse

With several developers having expressed an interest in the land, it seems only a matter of time before a major restructuring of primary education takes place in Stanford-le-Hope with many believing that the schools will merge into one.

Council bosses reject calls for salary cuts

He said: "I have thought long and hard and have decided that this is not the best course of action and that having and keeping a stable leadership team is of paramount importance right now.

Cuts to library opening hours confirmed

Cllr Worrall said: “I can state categorically that these latest proposals keep each and every one of our libraries open. Their hours may reduce, but each and every one will stay open. “We all recognise the difficult financial climate we are now in and the need for services to achieve savings. Unfortunately, library services cannot be exempt.

Your Voice: JJC: Man who can’t be moved

What you may well find with Your Voice is that the format may well develop as time goes on. This was only the second show and it is primarily for solo vocalists. But it was good to see a duo come on in the shape of JJC.

“Travesty of justice” says sacked governor of Tilbury school

Mrs Olsson told Mr Gilby: "The Local Authority has, as I explained in my letter, lost confidence in the integrity of the governing body at a particularly sensitive time in the life of the school. "Following careful consideration of the issues, Councillor Hale has decided to withdraw your approval....you are no longer empowered to act as a Local Authority Governor at Tilbury Manor Junior School.

Woman trapped after RTC in South Ockendon

Firefighters were called to an RTC involving two vehicles, one woman was trapped by her injuries. The collision took place at Alwen Grove, South Ockendon at 1pm on Sunday

Fire in Brennan Drive, Tilbury

Firefighters were called to house on fire in Brennan Drive, Tilbury. When fire crews arrived at 4pm on Sunday afternoon they found the ground floor fifty percent alight.

Wiz does the Biz at Hassenbrook

Samantha Allan’s portrayal of Dorothy was excellent and truly captivated the audience effortlessly. Throughout the entire show Samantha consistently wowed the audience with her brilliant solo vocal performances and convincing acting abilities. Given that Dorothy is the lead character, I suspect this was a very demanding role. However, Samantha rose to the challenge and her performance was flawless.

Supporting bus services

Despite reducing its support by a quarter, compared to the current year, cabinet member for Transport, Cllr Yash Gupta, says he is pleased with the outcome which includes several improvements to services. He said: “The council has little say over where and when the independent bus companies run their vehicles, but by providing funds to them we can try and make sure that non-profitable public transport routes are operated.

Your Voice: Annie Archer: Mercy

SHE may only be little but she belted it out like a seasoned pro. Mercy is a song that could go terribly wrong and added to the pressure was the fact that Annie went on first.

Sunday Comment: The quiet revolutions in Thurrock

The academy revolution, the strange lack of protests re the cuts, our meeting with the Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt and many other matters discussed as YT reflects on another busy week in the borough.

Hard line on Council Tax debt

Within this process debtors will be summonsed to attend a means enquiry at the Magistrates’ Court. The court will review information presented to decide if the failure to pay the debt is as a result of wilful refusal or culpable neglect. If the court decides either of these applies, it has the power to send the debtor to prison for up to 90 days.

Big John back in frame after first round knockout

HORNDON boxer John McDermott scored a sensational first round stoppage of the much-hyped Larry Olubamiwo of Hackney and put his fading career right back in the spotlight. Scoring two knockdowns, McDermott got the TKO at just one-minute and 15-seconds of the opening session. McDermott may be rewarded with another shot at the British title.

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