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Councillor leaves south Essex Reform group over bullying allegations
Alleged bullying has led a Wickford councillor to quit Reform UK and stand as an independent candidate in the local elections
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‘We don’t miss anything’ – family loving life after move from Basildon to Spain
‘We don’t miss anything’ were the words from a father who moved from Basildon to Majorca with his wife and two kids
Rescue dog in south Essex finally finds forever home after more than 200 days
Dogs Trust Basildon has confirmed the successful rehoming of Kiera, a crossbreed described as a “super mum”.
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'It's ridiculous' - Man waits one month for rubbish removal near Basildon home
A frustrated resident waited one month before rubbish dumped near his Basildon home was removed by the council
Man in Essex Police sex sting trial says he wanted to save children, not abuse them
Yorkshire businessman Nurettin Onay told Basildon Crown Court he was trying to expose child sex traffickers, unaware the were really undercover police.
Basildon Hospital receives special donation in memory of war veteran
The £1,000 gift has funded a new relatives’ bed at Basildon Hospital, providing overnight comfort for family members.
Basildon dad to take on half marathon after daughter’s life‑changing surgery
Tim Lill is preparing to run the London Landmarks Half Marathon on Sunday after his daughter Amelia underwent leg-lengthening surgery.
Works near completion on £100,000 project to improve park pond in Basildon
The improvement scheme at Markhams Chase Pond is now entering its final stages.
Inside £850k four-bed home in 'prestigious' part of Basildon up for sale
A four-bed home on Curlew Crescent in Basildon has been listed for sale on Zoopla for £850k. Sits in Kingswood Development area of Basildon.
Police warn ‘further arrests will follow’ after cats killed by dogs in south Essex
Essex Police have issued a warning after cats were killed by dogs in Wickford
REVEALED: Full list of candidates for upcoming Basildon Council elections
The full list of candidates for the Basildon Council elections has been revealed. Find out who is up for election in your ward on May 7 2026.
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
Musicals, comedy and live music among shows at Basildon’s Towngate Theatre
These five productions at the Towngate Theatre stand out as highlights for audiences over the coming weeks.
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
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