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Ambitious wildlife restoration to launch in autumn at Belhus Woods Country Park

A GOVERNMENT-backed scheme to boost wildlife at Belhus Woods Country Park will launch this autumn. The Countryside Stewardship Scheme supports long-term nature recovery to increase...

Thurrock’s Adult Social Care Services rated ‘Good’ after CQC assessment

THE Care Quality Commission (CQC) has formally awarded Thurrock Council a ‘Good’ rating for its delivery of Adult Social Care services.    Following a comprehensive assurance...

Unbreakable: Grays man’s book on racism in London now on Amazon

THURROCK'S very own motivational speaker Jag Singh has released a paperback version of his epic book ‘Unbreakable’. He first released the eBook version almost...

London Gateway logistics park offers green fuel option for trucks

DP World has launched a new low carbon truck programme (LCTP) at its London Gateway logistics hub, offering truck operators access to low carbon...

Planning application received in relation to the former Tilbury Police Station site

FOLLOWING rumours and speculation about the future use of the former Tilbury Police Station site Thurrock Council can confirm that it has received a...

Firefighters stop garage fire spreading to house in Horndon-on-the-Hill

FOUR crews of firefighters worked quickly this evening to stop a garage fire spreading to a house in Horndon-on-the-Hill. The 10 metre by five metre...

Tendai Dooley appointed Director of Children’s Social Care and Early Help

THURROCK Council has appointed Tendai Dooley as its new Director of Children’s Social Care and Early Help, strengthening the borough’s leadership for children, young...

Bellway’s support helps St Luke’s Hospice provide specialist care

BELLWAY has donated £500 to support the end-of-life care provided by St Luke's Hospice in Basildon and Thurrock. The housebuilder is building new homes at...

Former police officer found to have committed gross misconduct

A MISCONDUCT hearing has found a former police officer would have been dismissed had he not already resigned from the force. The hearing heard ex-PC...

Council Leader condemns vandalism and hate speech – urges respect and unity in the community

THE Leader of Basildon Council has strongly condemned the recent acts of vandalism and offensive graffiti that have appeared in public areas, urging residents...

New TfL campaign encourages customers to use headphones on public transport

TRANSPORT for London (TfL) has launched a new poster campaign encouraging people who play content using their device’s speakers on services to be considerate...

Jurassic scale Family Fun Day at East Square, Basildon 

THE East Square family fun day is making a roaring return to Basildon this summer, after the success of last year's event! The free, family...

Beresfords celebrates standout first half of 2025 with record sales and lettings performance

ESSEX'S leading estate agent, Beresfords, has reported a record-breaking first half of 2025, with performance figures reflecting both continued market confidence and the strength...

Essex Freemasons: Orsett Hall added to the roll of honour

ON Monday 4th August, Orsett Hall was formally added to the Mayoral Roll of Honour – one of Thurrock’s highest civic awards. The occasion...

Bata Heritage Centre Open Day

BATA Heritage Centre Open Day. See below for more details.

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