Basildon4 hrs agoCouncil backs legal action over homes planThe Conservative administration thinks the government "effectively nationalised" its local plan.4 hrs ago16 hrs agoPupils attend first day to find subjects axedLuke, 16, is "really angry" after being told two of his courses were not running.16 hrs ago4 days agoLandmarks to shine light on suicide preventionColchester Castle, the Hollywood-style Basildon sign and a beach will all be lit up for a campaign.4 days ago4 Sept 2026Man learned about gunpowder on YouTube, trial toldBen Banham says he only planned to use the explosives "in a post-apocalyptic scenario".4 Sept 20263 Sept 2026Two people charged over death of boy hit by carWilliam and Ruth Lunnon will appear before Basildon Crown Court in October.3 Sept 20261 Sept 2026Disaster 'prepper' used chatbot before making bombAn improvised explosive device and gunpowder were found in Ben Banham's flat in March, trial hears.1 Sept 202631 Aug 2026E-scooter fire leaves family homelessThe fire service warns people to keep an eye on charging batteries.31 Aug 202619 Aug 2026Drill artist brought revolver to probation meetingNoble Nwokocha is sent back to prison for four years and eight months by a judge.19 Aug 202619 Aug 2026Hospital emergency department to get major upgradeBasildon Hospital's rapid assessment, triage and treatment area is to more than double in size.19 Aug 2026...
