SO as Trusted News Day gets into full swing, here's a few examples of how we have achieved favourable outcomes for you off the back of our stories.
Mounds of flytipping appeared last week in Orsett, prompting a furious reaction from residents, who got in touch with us.
We in turn contacted Thurrock Council, and ran a story. Within 24 hours, the authority cleared the site and are working to find the culprits.
Crime stories such as a town centre stabbing are very important, and we want our readers to be careful and know which areas have seen violent attacks.
That is a small example of how newspapers can help residents, on a larger scale, we continue to publicise the ongoing matter of the Lower Thames Crossing.
We remain committed to reporting the facts about the crossing, and ensuring you can air your views. In the wake of the announcement, we have published at least one piece in each of the Gazette's which have hit the shelves.
If you have any questions about what we do, and how the Gazette will continue helping you, feel free to ask our editor Gary Pearson questions in his live Q+A from 1pm this afternoon.
10 mins left to quiz @Essex_Echo dep Ed Neil Reeve..! Then it's our ed @GaryPearson13 turn at 1pm! #trustednewsday https://t.co/vzzMT0fvb6
— Thurrock Gazette (@ThurrockGazette) May 12, 2017
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