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Councils launch new Local Government Reorganisation website

LOCAL government in Greater Essex could be changing – and a new website has been launched to help residents, businesses and stakeholders stay informed...

Thameside Theatre: The Little Mermaid Jnr

IN a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home - and her fins - behind and live...

Caesarean births rise to 50 per cent in some Essex hospitals

HALF of all births at some Essex hospitals are now via caesarean sections it has been revealed reports the Local Democracy Reporter. Latest figures for...

Essex Police lead event sharpening focus on county lines exploitation

ESSEX detectives brought together experts in the field of county lines exploitation and modern day slavery to sharpen their focus on “one of the...

All aboard for cheaper days out – the attractions you can reach with £3 buses

FAMILIES across the country can enjoy cheaper days out this summer, thanks to the Government’s continued support for affordable travel through the £3 bus...

GP advice ahead of the August bank holiday weekend

AS local healthcare services prepare for the busy August bank holiday, a local GP is asking people to be prepared and use NHS services...

Richard Jones, The Military Illusionist set for the Thameside Theatre

RICHARD Jones, The Military Illusionist, captivated the nation's heart and mind, earning his spot as the first and only magician to conquer the stage...

Reform UK is pledging mass deportations of asylum seekers who arrive in the UK in small boats.

THE party’s leader – Nigel Farage – has told The Times that there is a “massive crisis” in the UK, which threatens national security...

Gone in sixty seconds: Going nowhere fast: nine supercars seized 

A NIGHT TIME “spin” in Essex ended abruptly for a group of drivers when their supercars were “gone in 60 seconds” after they were...

Thameside Theatre to continue to stage shows until (at least) end of March 2027

THE Thameside Theatre will remain a haven for arts, culture entertainment and music in the borough until at least the end March 2027. Bookings for...

KICKS Football Challenge: Essex Family Fun Day 

THIS August, football fans of all ages will get the chance to take part in something completely new: the KICKS Football Challenge Family Fun...

Beresfords celebrates standout first half of 2025 following strong market 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...

Thurrock Council congratulates students over GCSE results

STUDENTS across Thurrock are celebrating today as they receive their GCSE results, marking a major milestone in their education journey. To celebrate the occasion, Cllr...

c2c becomes first train company to join Stamp Out Spiking

LOCAL rail operator c2c Railway has become the first UK train operating company (TOC) to join Stamp Out Spiking, a national campaign dedicated to...

Thurrock Council issue statement over Tilbury Police Station

FOLLOWING local rumours, which have been created and spread on social media and websites, we want to be clear that Tilbury Police Station is...

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