Basildon News
Items urgently needed by local Foodbank
Posted: 16.05.21 by The Editor Local News
A CHARITY that collects and distributes food and essential items to those in need in the Wickford and wider area is in urgent need of some items. [...
Read in full hereCampaigners welcome news that sale of green space may be blocked but they will battle on just in case
Posted: 15.05.21 by The Editor Local News
CAMPAIGNING residents in Wickford have spoken of their delight after the newly elected leader of Basildon Council announced the authority was minded t...
Read in full herePolice release pictures of man wanted in connection with indecent exposure on train
Posted: 14.05.21 by The Editor Local News
POLICE officers investigating an indecent exposure offence on-board a train travelling from Basildon to London have released images in connection with...
Read in full hereWoman who ignored warning over fly-tipping is fined
Posted: 14.05.21 by The Editor Local News
A WOMAN who dumped 13 bags of soil and a garden gate near her own home has been prosecuted. Mandi Smith, 43, of The Willows, Basildon, appeared at ...
Read in full hereAnother weekend-long A13 closure
Posted: 13.05.21 by The Editor Local News
THE A13 will once again be closed in both directions over the coming weekend with significant traffic diversions in place. Carriageways between the...
Read in full hereProlific thieves barred from wide range of shops
Posted: 12.05.21 by The Editor Local News
TWO thieves have been barred from entering a wide range of shops in Basildon and Wickford. Essex Police’s Business Crime Team have protected bu...
Read in full hereTories set to take axe to town centre plans
Posted: 11.05.21 by The Editor Local News
ONE of the lynchpin programmes of Basildon’s ousted Labour-Independent alliance is about to the downgraded – and may even be scrapped altogether. ...
Read in full hereYoung mum Genna leads the way - others can apply to follow in her footsteps
Posted: 11.05.21 by The Editor Local Features
A YOUNG mum from Basildon has taken centre stage to highlight a new programme supported by Amazon that helps women break new ground in their careers. ...
Read in full hereBefore a special day dawns angel Angelin tells why nursing is so special for her
Posted: 11.05.21 by The Editor Local News
A NURSE from Basildon Hospital has marked International Nurses’ Day, which takes place tomorrow (Wednesday, May 12) marking the birth date of Floren...
Read in full hereCounty set will be reaching for the stars says new leader
Posted: 11.05.21 by The Editor Local News
THE man set to become the new leader of Essex County Council (ECC) has vowed to "reach for the stars" after unveiling his proposed cab...
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