County's foster service rated 'good'

Dick Madden, county councillor for families and children, said he is delighted with the report.

9:30pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

INSPECTORS have praised the foster care service run by Essex County Council.

New Thames crossing would cost billions

Notorious – traffic toll booths at the Dartford Crossing

8:20pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

A NEW crossing over or under the River Thames could cost billions of pounds.

Pupils in tears as school trip is cancelled

Holt Farm Junior School

7:20pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

CHILDREN at troubled Holt Farm Junior School were left in tears when their trip abroad was cancelled by the temporary head.

Teenager jumped in front of train after Facebook rumours

Teenager jumped in front of train over Facebook rumours

6:10pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

A “POPULAR and genuinely happy” 16-year-old sprinted in front of a train after Facebook comments were made about his relationship with a girl.

Fast and Furious car on Canvey

Fast and Furious car on Canvey

5:50pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

FILM buffs and car enthusiasts alike were thrilled with an extra special film prop outside their cinema.

Longer opening times at busy Eastwood Post Office

Post Office

5:00pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

CUSTOMERS are set to benefit from longer opening hours at a busy post office as part of a three-year modernisation programme.

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