News in Thurrock

IN a bid to boost the growth of small business in the borough, Thurrock Council is set to expand an existing business centre with 20 new units.

The scheme is not new, but challenging building conditions including clearing contaminated land from its previous use as rail sidings; and elevated methane gas levels, asbestos dusting and proximity to flood risk areas, meant the pject was put on hold.

Kevin Hymas; A true legend of Thurrock Sport.

A student at William Edwards school,an outstanding cricketer and goal-keeper, he always had a smile on his face and was always the first to turn up for a game.

PLANNING inspectors have backed Thurrock Council's decision to veto a number of housing development schemes in Stanford-le-Hope.

A bid to create two flats on the land at the back of a shop on London Road failed to win support on appeal, as did a plan for four new homes on land adjacent to St Clere's Hall, on Stanford Road.

IT was standing room only, with probably a couple hundred outside, as East Thurrock United said farewell to former club owner and stalwart Bennie Bennett.

The charismatic Mr Bennett passed away on 4 December after a year long battle with cancer.

A MAN who used to live in Tilbury and has previously been named as a member of the notorious C17 gang has been released on bail after his latest court appearance.

Prior to him being arrested and being taken before magistrates in Basildon, police had issued an appeal for the whereabouts of Carlito Hall, 20, now said to be of Lewis Avenue, Walthamstow.

PLANNERS have agreed 'in principle' to a new development of eight homes in Stanford-le-Hope but have recommended refusal because of the impact it would have on some neighbouring properties and parking concerns.

At their next meeting on Thursday, 9 January, councillors on Thurrock Council's planning committee will hear details of the proposed scheme to develop the rear garden area at the bungalow 'Windy Ridge' at 251 Branksome Avenue and construct eight semi-detached dwellings there.

DESPITE widespread opposition from residents and ward councillors, Thurrock Council planning officers are recommending approval for a controversial housing scheme in Grays.

As reported exclusively on Thurrock Nub News earlier this month (click on red button below) an application has been submitted to build eight two bedroom semi-detached homes on land adjacent to Curling Lane, Helleborine and Meesons Lane in Grays.

THE sudden death has been announced of Thurrock Rugby Club's Kevin Hymas.

A long time servant of the club he has held many roles there, most recently as first team manager.

DESPITE social media reports of a significant incident involving cars racing around Stanford-le-Hope town centre last night Sunday, 30 December) police say they are not taking any further action at present.

They have confirmed that a collision between vehicles occurred at about 7.15pm.

FIREFIGHTERS have attended a call out at Giffards Primary School in Corringham late on Sunday evening but it was a false alarm.

Residents reported there was a small fire in an area near foundation year part of the school on Queen Elizabeth Drive but crews found no sign.