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  • Aveley vs Maldon & Tiptree

    Not a good few days for Aveley. Defeat in the Thurrock derby, coupled with defeat here in a high-octane clash. Millers not good enough first half. Better second half but some bizarre refereeing, if you believe the post game chatter among the fans,

  • Thurrock derby goes to the Dockers

    NON LEAGUE: A GOAL with the last kick of the match saw Tilbury come from behind to beat Aveley in a dramatic Thurrock derby, writes Luke Lambert from Chadfields. Two goals from substitute Danny Francis in the last five minutes gave the Dockers

  • Hospital to pay £350,000 for "systematic failings"

    A HOSPITAL must pay £350,000 after admitting “systematic” failings to protect its patients from legionnares’ disease and window falls. Basildon Hospital failed for more than six years to get a grip on legionella bacteria, which ended up taking

  • New hospice shop opens in town centre

    A POPULAR hospice shop has re-opened in Grays High Street - giving bargain hunters twice the reason to visit. St Luke’s Hospice opened its doors last Monday after its former and smaller shops in High Street and Clarence Road closed. The new

  • Pilot's talk at the hall

    A TALK on the world famous Harrier Jump Jet will take place at Orsett Hall in the coming weeks. Harrier Chief Test Pilot, John Farley will be leading the talk. A veteran of 20 years’ flying, John tested vertical take-off and landing aircraft

  • Beetle Drive set for St Mary's

    A FUN children’s gaming event is taking place in Little Thurrock. A Beetle Drive, a game that involves a pen, paper and die, will be held on Friday, September 20, in St Mary’s Hall at 7.30pm on Dock Road. Tickets are £3.50 and £7 per family