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First Bus to introduce better Basildon connections

FIRST Bus is introducing better connectivity at evenings and weekends in the Basildon area, working in partnership with funding support from Thurrock Council. The changes...

Campaigners alarmed by Essex library cuts 

LIBRARY campaign group SOLE – which led the successful campaign that saved two-thirds of Essex’s libraries back in 2019 – has expressed its alarm...

Celebrate love, friendship and forever at Prezzo Italian this Valentine’s week

THIS February, Prezzo Italian is serving up the perfect excuse to celebrate love in all its forms with a series of irresistible Valentine's-inspired dining...

Exciting activities at Coalhouse Fort

FAMILIES can enjoy free ghost story workshops and guided tours at Coalhouse Fort on Thursday 19 February, as part of the Reanimating Coalhouse Fort...

Residents can speak to some of the UK’s leading employers and training providers at an upcoming Apprenticeship and Jobs Fair. 

THE free event, which is taking place at the Thameside Theatre in Grays between 10am to 1pm on Tuesday 10 February, will give residents the opportunity to speak directly to...

Essex Police describe drug-driving offences in January as “simply extraordinary”

“January’s arrests are simply extraordinary, with drug driving now overtaking drink driving as the leading cause of impaired driving,” says Essex Police’s Head of...

Have your say on future community mental health services in Essex

PEOPLE across Essex are being invited to share their views on community mental health services, to help shape how services are provided in the...

Asda issues final reminder on £1 ‘winter warmer’ café initiative for the over 60’s

ASDA today issued a final reminder that it's popular café 'winter warmer' £1 meal deal to support the over 60's this winter will come...

Chafford Hundred homeowner loses appeal to keep unauthorised dormer

A HOMEOWNER in Chafford Hundred will have to remove a large dormer in a loft conversion after losing an appeal to keep it reports...

Three hospital porters from Southend Hospital are finalists in a national awards scheme

THREE hospital porters from Southend Hospital are finalists in a national awards scheme, shining a light on the vital part they play in patient...

Thurrock hosts special conference to share new ways to support children

MORE than 100 staff from Thurrock Council and partner organisations attended a special conference showcasing a new approach designed to better support children and...

Review of Mossbourne schools underway following report 

A REVIEW of Mossbourne Federation schools is underway after a highly critical safeguarding report in Hackney exposed serious failings in support for children with...

Anger as plans to infill wildlife-rich Essex quarry recommended for approval  

WILDLIFE charity Buglife has expressed disappointment that plans to infill a former quarry, which has been reclaimed by nature, are being recommended for approval. Buckingham...

Feature film from South Essex Film Makers Blatella Films shows Thurrock success to the world!

A FEATURE documentary film from award-winning South Essex based film makers Blatella Films about the first Thurrock Pride Festival in 2024, had its final...

Council rents in Basildon set to rise by almost £20 a month

Council tenants in some Essex towns could see their rents rise by almost £20 a month for smaller homes. Basildon Borough Council is proposing a...

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