South Benfleet2 hrs agoSeven marathons teen aims to inspire youngstersBilly Nunn raises money for a charity and says youth services have helped him and millions of others.2 hrs ago24 Mar 2026Error admitted with roundabout arrow paintingTo turn left or to go straight on? The local MP calls a road marking "absolutely bonkers".24 Mar 202621 Mar 2026A drug transformed my life. Now it's derailed my Australian dreamRegan Sparks, who has cystic fibrosis, takes medication that means she is not eligible for a visa.21 Mar 202612 Mar 2026Dodo sign mocks 'waste of money' duck warningOne resident welcomes the tongue in cheek sign after £7,000 was spent warning drivers of ducks.12 Mar 20267 Mar 2026GP surgery set to reopen after four-month closureThe new practice will be called Rectory Road Surgery, according to the local MP.7 Mar 20266 Mar 2026Woman drove off from crash that killed siblingsDeimante Ziobryte, 21, will be sentenced as Basildon Magistrates' Court in May.6 Mar 202630 Jan 2026No further charges following fatal e-scooter crashDeimante Ziobryte is next due in court in March for failing to stop at the scene of the crash.30 Jan 202623 Jan 2026Health leaders ponder options on vacant GP surgeryThe practice's resident doctor has been suspended by the Care Quality Commission.23 Jan 202622 Jan 2026How AI and robots help ease pressure on pharmaciesHema Patel says pharmacies are “on our knees” and need more funding from central government.22 Jan 2026...
