Stories for 16 June 2007

Thurrock Gazette News

Anger over plans to cut down trees

RESIDENTS living close to a busy rail-link in Thurrock are upset that track operators are planning to cut down trees between their homes and the line.   more...

Death toll falls on local roads

THE NUMBER of people killed on South Essex roads has been cut by more than 82 per cent.   more...

Matthew's sporting success

A YOUNG Thurrock air cadet is flying high and making his mark in athletics while representing his local air training corps.   more...

£5 million flats and shops plan for town

A £5 million development of shops and flats is being planned for South Ockendon that could bring some big name brands to the town.   more...

Remembering Phil; a little man with a big legacy

THE legacy of a pioneer for Essex disabled people has been marked by the unveiling of a portrait by his family.   more...

In character for weekend of fun

RESIDENTS in Horndon on the Hill have been getting in character for next weekend's Feast and Fayre, which this year has a Shakespearean theme.   more...

Welsh fun for local youngsters

SCOUTS from the First Corringham Pegasus Troop enjoyed a fun-filled week in Wales, as they took part in activities at the Wyedean Activity Centre near Colford.   more...

Threat to talking newspaper

A GROUP of volunteers in Thurrock are looking for a new home for their work.   more...

David on the world stage

A YOUNG musician from Thurrock found himself on stage with some of the world's leading musicians recently.   more...