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Planning inspector rejects developer's appeal over new homes plan
8+ hour, 56+ min ago (280+ words) By Christine Sexton - Local Democracy Reporter 9th Apr 2026 A GOVERNMENT planning inspector has dismissed an appeal to build 30 homes on green belt land in Tilbury, concluding the scheme would cause unacceptable harm to the openness of the countryside and failed to…...
Decision due on crematorium plan
9+ hour ago (406+ words) By Christine Sexton - Local Democracy Reporter 9th Apr 2026 COUNCILLORS are set to finally decide plans for Thurrock's first crematorium after the decision was delayed earlier this year. On Tuesday, 14 April Thurrock Council's planning committee is due to consider the long awaited…...
Equestrian plan falls at Inspectorate hurdle
8+ hour, 30+ min ago (402+ words) By Christine Sexton - Local Democracy Reporter 9th Apr 2026 AN appeal against the refusal of plans for an equestrian centre on farmland near Stanford-le-Hope has been dismissed by the Planning Inspectorate. The proposal related to a seven acre site on the north…...
Shocking theft from bedside of dying man at Basildon Hospital
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (389+ words) By Nub News Reporter 7th Apr 2026 A BBC investigation has revealed a shocking theft from the bedside of a man who died in Basildon Hospital. Now his widow has issued an emotional appeal for the return of her late husband's wedding…...
Family celebrate success of cancer charity fundraising event
23+ hour, 38+ min ago (157+ words) By Nub News Reporter 8th Apr 2026 A THURROCK Couple are celebrating the success of a cancer charity fundraising event held in Corringham over the Easter Weekend. Jacqueline and Roger Goldsmith, with the help from agency Star Acts to hosted a variety…...
Lorry topples at port
21+ hour, 19+ min ago (52+ words) By Nub News Reporter 8th Apr 2026 THERE was disruption to traffic into and out of the Port of Tilbury this afternoon (Wednesday, 8 April). A recovery operation was quickly put in place to salvage the spilled road. Family celebrate success of cancer…...
Council caretakers express anger over reorganisation plans:
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (136+ words) THURROCK MP Jen Craft says she is going to consult Essex Police about the possibility of it launching an investigation into possible fraud or criminal activity related to the financial collapse of Thurrock Council that left local residents dealing with…...
Sidibe returns for Dockers and makes pivotal impact in derby
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (351+ words) By Mason Hutchinson 6th Apr 2026 TILBURY hold the local derby bragging rights after Monday's (6 April) 'El Chavico' at Chadfields where defeat leaves Grays still looking anxiously over their shoulder at the Isthmian North drop zone. The good news for Blues fans…...
Weather forecast for this week in Thurrock - 6 Apr to 12 Apr
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (418+ words) By Mr. Data 6th Apr 2026 Weekly Weather Summary for Thurrock Monday: The week kicks off with partly cloudy skies dominating the day's outlook. Temperatures will range from a brisk 3 C in the morning, peaking at a comfortable 14 C. Humidity levels will be…...
Pub fire was started deliberately: Police are investiigating
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (153+ words) By Nub News Reporter 2nd Apr 2026 AN investigation into a fire at a borough pub was arson. Thurrock Nub News reported yesterday (Wednesday, 1 April) on the blaze at the Railway Tavern in Stanford-le-Hope. An investigation into the cause of the incident…...