Compulsory facemarks will be axed from next week (and from schools tomorrow)
THE Prime Minister said that ‘from now’ the Government’s work from home guidance will no longer apply.
Fire crews obstructed by parked cars as they attend fire in Chadwell St Mary
FIRE Crews were called to Courtney Road, Chadwell St Mary at 3:25am after reports of bushes on fire.
Cigarette sparks fire that damaged Grays home
FIREFIGHTERS were called to a property in Thurrock on Friday when passers-by alerted a resident to a fire at the rear of their home.
Nearly 3,000 ‘elf Assessments filed on Christmas Day
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed that 2,828 customers filed their Self Assessment tax return on Christmas Day, compared to 2,700 in 2020.
Two Lakeside staff members awarded commendations by Essex Police
THIS week, two staff members at Lakeside Shopping Centre were awarded LPA Commander Commendations for maintaining a safe environment when dealing with a crisis earlier this year.
Community support for Little Pirates and Neptune Nurseries in Tilbury St Chad’s
LAST week’s Children’s Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee heard that there was overwhelming community support to keep Little Pirates and Neptune Nurseries in Tilbury St Chad’s open.
Purfleet-on-Thames Community Forum recognised by Mayor
A PLEASANT surprise for Purfleet-on-Thames Community Forum to receive a certificate of recognition from our Mayor Cllr. Sue Shinnick.
Port of Tilbury showcases career opportunities at local event
THE Port of Tilbury, London’s fastest growing port welcomed keen career seekers from the local area to their recruitment day last week at the London Cruise Terminal.
Proposals to update roadside memorials policy to keep the borough’s roads safe
A PROPOSED revised roadside memorial policy will prevent potentially dangerous or obstructive memorials from being left on the borough’s roads and pavements.
Fire Service attend vehicle fire at port of Tilbury
ESSEX Firefighters were called to a vehicle fire in the early hours of this morning at Tilbury Docks.
Jack Petchey Foundation launches survey to find out young people’s thoughts on future of environment
THE Jack Petchey Foundation has launched their survey, The Jack Petchey Environmental Youth Survey, this month to find out what young people are specifically concerned about in their local environment, what they are already doing to positively impact it and what they
Police numbers boosted by new graduate officers
TEN Police Now officers attended their Confirmation in Rank ceremony at Essex Police on Friday (26th November), recognising them as substantive Police Constables.
Tim Hortons set to open in Thurrock
TIM Hortons®, the iconic Canadian restaurant, has announced it will open the doors to its brand-new restaurant and drive-thru in Thurrock on 10th December. Fans will finally get their hands on its famous coffee, freshly baked donuts, and delicious meals when it opens its new venue, from 7am on Friday in Lakeside Retail Park.
Extinction Rebellion activists target Amazon distribution centre in Tilbury
CLIMATE change activists have blocked Amazon distribution centres in the UK on Black Friday, the retail giant’s busiest day of the year.
Power cut across west Thurrock area
POWER cut across west Thurrock area.
So how much was the debt the Thurrock Tories inherited from Labour?
ON Thursday, we reported the Thurrock Council leader defending the council’s job cut plans.
South Ockendon housing development is expanding
HOME hunters now have another opportunity to join the growing community at the hugely popular development which will feature eight expertly designed 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes, and three stunning apartment blocks, complete with 75 apartments.
Grays councillor shines light on broken lampposts
A GRAYS councillor and Seabrooke Rise resident have uncovered over 60 lights in need of repair on the Seabrooke Rise estate.
Former UKIP councillor pleads guilty to police assault
A FORMER Thurrock councillor has pleaded guilty to assaulting a police officer. James Baker, aged 36, of Alexandra Way, East Tilbury pled to the following at Basildon magistrates court. On July 3rd, 2021 in South Ockendon assaulted a police officer acting in the exercise of his functions as such a worker Baker received a condition […]
Fuel leak at depot in West Thurrock
FIRE Crews are dealing with a fuel leak at a terminal in West Thurrock.
Family asks for help after flat fire in Grays
A GRAYS family has appealed for help on social media after losing many of their household possessions in a flats fire.
End of an era as Thurrock Gazette offices up for sale
AFTER a presence of more than 137 years in Thurrock, one of the last links with the borough’s traditional newspaper, the Thurrock Gazette, appears about to end reports Thurrock Nub News.
Once Upon a Princess set for Thameside Theatre
THE ultimate pop princess party Once Upon A Princess is heading out on the road this autumn and will be visiting Thameside Theatre for some half term fun on Friday 29 October.
Fund to tackle gang crime in Thurrock
A REPORT on gang crime has shown Thurrock has the second highest rate of violent crime against young people in Essex.