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New Orsett Show president strengthens ties with port of Tilbury

A LONG-standing partnership between Thurrock's traditional Orsett Show and the Port of Tilbury, part of the Forth Ports Group, has been strengthened with the...

Something sweet is coming to Lakeside this Easter

FAMILIES visiting Lakeside Shopping Centre in Essex this Easter are invited to roll up their sleeves and get baking as the centre launches The...

Easter family films at Vue Thurrock

THERE'S plenty to enjoy at Vue Thurrock this Easter break, from the family blockbusters to returning favourites specifically chosen with younger audiences in mind.   Blasting onto the big screen just in time for...

New Police and Media Charter launched aimed at rebuilding trust

NEW national Policing and Media Charter aimed at improving communication, rebuilding trust and strengthening cooperation between policing and professional journalists will be launched today...

Wildlife crime investigation leads to seizure of illegally-taxidermised bats

FOLLOWING a detailed investigation into a woman who was found to be taxidermising dead bats, our Rural Engagement Team has seized them and they...

New strategy aims to help eliminate road deaths in Essex

RESIDENTS are being invited to help shape a new strategy that aims to eliminate road deaths and make Essex a safer place for everyone. In...

More buses are just the ticket thanks to Council’s Bus Service Improvement Plan.

MORE changes are coming to Thurrock’s bus network, thanks to the Council’s Bus Service Improvement Plan. From Saturday 28 March, the Monday to Friday daytime...

Police want to speak to Gray man over GBH investigation

ESSEX Police want to speak to James Alexander in connection with an affray and GBH with intent investigation. The 48-year-old is described as white, 6ft...

James Hornsby High School students share inspiring vision for Laindon’s future

THE next generation of community leaders took centre stage as members of the James Hornsby High School Student Council met with Cllr Emma Callaghan and the...

Mossbourne Federation sets out next steps following review

THE Mossbourne Federation has outlined how it will take forward the recommendations of a recentlypublished review, reaffirming its commitment to partnership working, continuous learning...

c2c and the Mayor of Southend launch new Gold Geese Lounge at Westcliff station

LOCAL rail operator c2c Railway, together with the Mayor of Southend, Councillor Nigel Folkard have today launched a new Gold Geese-themed Lounge at Westcliff...

Film studios dropped from Purfleet-on-Thames regeneration plan 

A PROPOSED film and TV studio complex will no longer form part of the revived Purfleet on Thames regeneration project, Thurrock Council has confirmed...

Thurrock Tory councillor defects to Reform ahead of elections

A PROMINENT Conservative councillor has switched his allegiance to Reform UK ahead of the forthcoming local council elections in Thurrock. At a rally featuring fireworks...

Boux Avenue announces opening date for newly refurbished flagship Bluewater store!

EVERYONE'S favourite lingerie and nightwear brand Boux Avenue has just given its Bluewater store a fresh newlook. Be the first to see the newly...

Driver admits using mobile phone after footage captured by Essex Police’s Commercial Vehicle Unit

DRIVER admits using mobile phone after footage captured by Essex Police’s Commercial Vehicle Unit A driver who denied using his mobile phone behind the wheel...

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