http://www.rochford-today.co.uk All the latest news from Castle Point & Rochford Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7337 KINGS of Leon and Kasabian have been unveiled as headliners of this year's V Festival in Chelmsford. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7266 PEOPLE have expressed anger and concerns at recent changes to bus routes. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7264 THE MAIN structure of the broadcast centre (IBC) for the 2012 Games has been completed. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7259 ANGLIA Ruskin University could face a fine of up to £655,000 for enrolling too many students last year. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7258 A NEW £100,000 aircraft apprentice training centre has officially been open at Southend Airport. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7256 A NEW £100,000 aircraft apprentice training centre has officially been open at Southend Airport. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7254 GEMMA Le-Rossignol hoped to run in this year's London marathon, but failed to get a place in the ballot. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7240 AN ARMY Signaller from Southend has found love in war-torn Afghanistan and is preparing to marry his sweetheart. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7238 SOUTHEND Hospital has celebrated the work of a team responsible for schemes that 'respect' patients. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7227 POLICE are seeking four men who vandalised vehicles in Anders Fall, Eastwood, at about 11. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7229 POLICE are seeking four men who vandalised vehicles in Anders Fall, Eastwood, at about 11. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7218 WORKERS facing redundancy at Rayleigh E. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7220 WORKERS facing redundancy at Rayleigh E. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7213 A SURVEY of street litter from the fast food industry will be the start a new branded litter campaign. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7205 MAYOR of London Boris Johnson's plan to make London the electric vehicle capital of Europe took a major step forward last week with the confirmation of up to £17 million for electric vehicle infrastructure. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7194 WAR veteran John Marcelle knows the importance of getting a little something from home while fighting overseas. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7190 HAVERING'S museum is finally complete. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7188 LONG AWAITED plans for a multi-million pound marina and recreational sailing facility at Rainham moved a step closer. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7268 AN INVESTIGATION is taking place regarding a police response to a 999 call reporting concern for the welfare of a woman who later died. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7249 LISTENERS in Basildon will soon be able to tune into their own community radio whenever they want. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6910 NOISE limits at Foulness military testing grounds are not hampering soldier's training, the Ministry of Defence claims. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6908 AN ORGANISATION that deals with the needs of Southend's older population is looking for more people to get involved in its work. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6903 A DOG LOVER has raised concerns regarding the implementation of the new laws in Southend. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6899 SOUTHEND Museum has been presented with an important artefact to add to the EKCO story by the Cole family. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6894 DETECTIVES are requesting the public's help in tracing a man believed responsible for a distraction burglary in Leigh on Tuesday, January 26. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6891 A COUNCILLOR has launched a petition to improve parking for residents in his ward. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6887 FREE Ancestry sessions will take place at Rayleigh Library. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6885 FREE Ancestry sessions will take place at Rayleigh Library. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6881 SOUTHEND Police has taken action against drug dealing in the town centre tower blocks. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6876 A CHILDREN'S centre celebrated its second birthday last week. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6871 A GROUP of volunteers will be putting their mark on a wall near you to encourage more young people to get involved with their local charity. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6867 THE council's refuse team has been boosted with some new recruits. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6865 AN INSURANCE broker from Westcliff battled his way through freezing conditions to raise money for Havens Hospices. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6863 AN INFANTS school in Dagenham is set to expand. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6861 NHS Barking and Dagenham has been criticised in a report for failing to implement patient safety alerts. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6859 NHS SOUTH East Essex is urging people to attend their annual eye screening appointment as part of a diabetic retinopathy screening programme. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6857 POLICE have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with an attempted rape in December. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6855 A BINGO hall in Chadwell Heath has launched a fundraising campaign to help a cancer charity. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6853 THE SOUTHEND Community Safety Roadshow kicked off its 2010 campaign by handing out free security devices and giving crime prevention advice. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6850 CONTRACTORS have been chosen to build Barking and Dagenham's first new council housing for a quarter of a century. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6848 A CALL to open the £210million Stratford International station up to high-speed trains into mainland Europe has been made. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6846 BASILDON Council has announced one of the lowest council tax increases in Essex. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6843 PARENTS who go through the horror of losing a child can now get some special support. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6841 THE TOWN famous for giving a dignified and warm welcome to the fallen heroes of the Afghan war will welcome thousands of bikers on Mother's Day. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6839 THE Newham Young Mayor election in September will feature in a documentary on BBC2 on Saturday morning. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6837 PEOPLE are being asked to support their local hospital as it bids for the cast to make the experience better for older patients. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6835 GPs have been asked to prescribe medicine to patients for a maximum of 28 days to save £1. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6832 PEOPLE have been given the chance to find out how Remembrance poppies are made as part of a programme of activities for older people. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6829 A NEW way for doctors to be able to get hold of a patient's medical information in an emergency is being rolled out first in Waltham Forest. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6827 EXCITED pupils from Brightside School turned out to welcome their new minibus. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6825 LATE library books can be returned fine free during an event next week. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6821 VOLUNTEERS are needed to help staff Basildon's first SOS Bus. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6819 BREAST cancer patients at Whipps Hospital NHS can get reconstructive surgery for the first time. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6816 WHIPPS Cross Hospital has failed to implement a number of patient safety alerts according to a report. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6813 INTERNATIONAL defence firm Selex is cutting 25 jobs at its Basildon plant. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6811 A TEENAGE girl is still missing from her home in Walthamstow and police fear she may have met somebody on the internet. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6808 FILM fans can see an award-winning movie for free as part of a string of events being held to mark Fairtrade Fortnight. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6804 RESIDENTS, historians and activists are up in arms over plans to make cuts to the borough's local history service. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6801 A GROUP of unemployed young people who spruced up a run-down pre-school building in Basildon have been nominated for an Essex Police competition prize. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6799 A MAN has been recognised as one of the best volunteers in the country. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6796 A GROUP of youngsters from a Laindon school have been nominated for a prestigious award. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6794 A HAIRDRESSER is aiming to get a cut above the rest as she hits the streets for 52 miles to raise money for a good cause. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6791 PEOPLE can get their shopping rewarded and enter a competition for a significant prize at the same time. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6789 YOUNG wrestling fanatics enjoyed a host of matches at a Basildon theatre. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6787 DRINKING establishments can show they are a safe place for a night out, thanks to a new project. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6784 COUNCIL taxes are set to rise by just under three per cent this year. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6782 POLICE have refused to rule out the possibility of gang warfare having caused the death of a teenager. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6777 TWO men have been jailed for nearly 20 years after they were found to have taken part in a scheme which smuggled 11million cigarettes, five tonnes of hand rolling tobacco and thousands of litres of wine into the country. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6775 YOUNGSTERS are being invited to drop in at an art session. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6773 BOOKWORMS are being urged to join the digital age. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6771 IT was time to get into the spirit of the Year of the Tiger last weekend. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6769 A GREEN-FINGERED tenant is building a community garden. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6767 TRIBUTES have been paid to a taxi driver who died after being knocked down by a van last week. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6764 THE Thurrock Youth Orchestra has scooped a £1,500 award. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6762 A MOTHER and baby were taken to hospital after being hit by a load from a lorry. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6760 A COLOURFUL new production for children will be performed inside The Queen's Theatre foyer. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6757 A LOCAL charity has been removed from the Register of Charities. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6755 ARMED raiders stole hundreds of pounds in a petrol station hold-up. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6753 A RAINHAM school has been rated as 'outstanding' by Ofsted. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6748 A FORMER council leader has been kicked out of her own party. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6746 WORK has begun on beautifying Havering's popular arts and cultural area. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6744 PLANNING permission has been granted for the London 2012 Games to use the Royal Artillery Barracks in Woolwich and North Greenwich Arena. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6738 A SMALL community is appealing for help towards funding a new eco-friendly village hall. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6736 THE COMPANY which will provide buses and coaches to shuttle spectators to and from the 2012 Olympic Games has been chosen. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6730 THE Greater London Assembly's Transport Committee has called on the Secretary of State to urge train companies to improve services during bad weather. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6728 MORE than 1,750 apprenticeships will be available in Essex over the next two years. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6724 MORE than 1,750 apprenticeships will be available in Essex over the next two years. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6720 SPECIALIST teams are set to tackle homeless people who sleep on the longest bus routes in the capital as part of initiative to help end rough sleeping. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6714 A REVOLUTIONARY scheme designed to keep kids out of trouble while giving them confidence is proving a big hit. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6712 A GARDEN centre is offering free advice on how to take care of orchids next month. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6709 A FORENSIC specialist will hold an additional talk in Rayleigh due to popular demand. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6708 A FORENSIC specialist will hold an additional talk in Rayleigh due to popular demand. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6706 RESIDENTS are questioning why gas works that should have been completed last November have not been finished yet. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6704 A ROCHFORD school has nominated two its students for an award for their outstanding work. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6703 A ROCHFORD school has nominated two its students for an award for their outstanding work. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6702 HOPEFIELD Animal Sanctuary will be holding a quiz night to raise money for the 200 animals that live there. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6699 A BANNER celebrating the 10th anniversary of Rochford Farmers' Market has been removed – because organisers breached advertising regulations. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6700 A BANNER celebrating the 10th anniversary of Rochford Farmers' Market has been removed – because organisers breached advertising regulations. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6697 THUNDERSLEY residents have been urged to vote for one of two proposals to change leisure in the area. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6696 THUNDERSLEY residents have been urged to vote for one of two proposals to change leisure in the area. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6694 A THUNDERSLEY dance group has set up a new flag troupe after receiving grants. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6693 A THUNDERSLEY dance group has set up a new flag troupe after receiving grants. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6691 A CANVEY cadet has gained an intermediate grade in his aviation studies. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6690 A CANVEY cadet has gained an intermediate grade in his aviation studies. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6689 A HADLEIGH hairdresser has donated the proceeds of a charity day to the Salvation Army. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6688 A HADLEIGH hairdresser has donated the proceeds of a charity day to the Salvation Army. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT http://www.rochford-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=6411 A FIGHT to save a community group from closure has been launched. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:13:00 GMT