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Jailed: Basildon cocaine dealer back behind bars after returning to life of crime
South Essex man Scott McCormack has been jailed after Essex Police unmasked him as running the Griffin cocaine and cannabis line in Basildon
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Weather conditions set to turn cooler in south Essex after sunny period
According to the Met Office, cloud, brisk coastal winds and occasional showers will replace the recent warmth.
Chaos as driver crashes into Royal Mail van and ‘several vehicles’ in Basildon
A Royal Mail van and ‘several vehicles’ were smashed into by a reckless driver on Hockley Road, Basildon
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The five exciting new businesses now open at Basildon Market and what they offer
Meet the five exciting businesses that opened at Basildon Market this past month. Everything from food and drink to clothing and sports equipment
Reports of ‘stolen car’ crashing into six other vehicles in Basildon street
A ‘stolen car’ reportedly crashed into six vehicles on Hockley Road, Basildon
Basildon man, 40, found following urgent police appeal
Essex Police have confirmed a missing 40-year-old man from Basildon has been found.
New pictures revealed of proposed 'mini-village' with 1,100 homes and new school
A planning application by Bloor Homes for a development on land at Dunton Road has now officially been validated.
Widow ‘disgusted’ after late husband’s ring ‘stolen’ in Basildon Hospital
A widow was ‘disgusted’ after her late husband’s wedding ring was ‘stolen’ in Basildon Hospital
Two arrested after 'large knife' chase on Basildon estate as police issue appeal
Two men have been arrested by Essex Police and released on bail following reports of a knife chase on Hereford Walk in Basildon. Both arrested for GBH.
Grandmother's car windscreen smashed and shed raided in south Essex
A grandmother had her car window smashed and shed raided by yobs while with her grandchildren as a surge of vandalism in Wickford continues
Terrified mum chased by cars using fake sirens to impersonate police on A127
A mother was alarmed when fake sirens were blared out by yobs impersonating police on A127
Plans submitted for all‑electric 28-home modular development in Basildon
The application has been lodged with Basildon Council for land on the north east side and land south west of Cranes Lane.
Arson-hit south Essex police station could be razed to the ground in new plans
Fresh plans have been submitted to Basildon Council for the former Pitsea Police Station.
Council pledges £9,000 to keep Basildon's popular free waste collection service
Basildon Council’s cabinet approved funding for the Crunch service in the 2026/27 budget.
Charity thanks group for specialist pram donation to Basildon Hospital
Mid and South Essex Hospitals Charity said the Forget-Me-Not Baby Loss Support Group donated a 4Louis privacy pram.
Photos show proposed Basildon special needs school as plans backed by council leader
New pictures of a planned special needs school have been revealed after the major project received the backing of Basildon Council’s leader
Basildon depot welcomes students to showcase careers across hire industry
Sunbelt Rentals UK and Ireland hosted visits during Build UK’s Open Doors 2026.
LISTED: The major roadworks affecting Southend and Basildon today
Here are all the major roadworks affecting Southend and Basildon on Easter Sunday. Drivers advised to allow for more journey time as delays are expected.
Basildon Council confirms return of popular Crunch service this month
Basildon Council has confirmed the popular Crunch service will return on April 25.
I tried breakfast at a Basildon café with dozens of five-star reviews (order this!)
I tried Full English Breakfast at Royal Cafe and Restaurant in Basildon