Basildon21 hrs agoMan held as part of terrorism inquiry had weaponsDarren Brown admits weapons offences unrelated to an alleged right-wing threat to an Islamic event.21 hrs ago5 days agoInvestigation launched into Basildon CouncilThe government says it has "concerns about member conduct and culture" at the local authority.5 days ago10 Jul 2026More hospital night flights set to start Basildon Hospital hopes the improved facilities will lead to more lives being saved.10 Jul 20269 Jul 2026Basildon shortlisted for UK town of culture awardBasildon is announced among a shortlist of towns for the UK Town of Culture awards 2028.9 Jul 20269 Jul 2026Pontypridd, Birkenhead and Isle of Bute among shortlist for first UK Town of CultureBasildon, Grimsby and Rotherham also make the 15-strong shortlist as well as Strabane.9 Jul 20263 Jul 2026Burglars jailed for trying to gun down van driverPolice say the attack was part of a feud between two rival groups in Essex.3 Jul 202629 Jun 2026Teen, 17, scores coaching job for semi-pro clubBowers & Pitsea FC's Freddie Soden wants to prove that his ability is more important than his youth.29 Jun 202622 Jun 2026Firefighters tackle blaze at terraced homesThe Essex Fire Service says crews were at the scene during the night.22 Jun 202618 Jun 2026Siblings' e-scooter deaths move coroner to tearsCoroner Michelle Brown says the injuries suffered by Roman and Darcie Casselden were "unsurvivable".18 Jun 2026...
