Basildon Borough Council5 days agoThe animal rescue centre that became a mass graveyard of dogsA senior police officer of 30 years says he has never seen animal cruelty on such a scale.5 days ago7 days agoLabour council leader 'angry with this PM'Gavin Callaghan hits out at Sir Keir Starmer over the government's U-turn on local elections.7 days ago13 Feb 2026Final talks ongoing for new Waitrose, council saysBasildon Council leader Gavin Callaghan says the authority will buy the land if necessary.13 Feb 20262 Feb 2026Memorial unveiled to siblings killed on e-scooterThe tree and bench in Pitsea are in memory of Roman and Darcie Casselden, who died a year ago.2 Feb 202625 Jan 2026Police 'badly let down' town, council leader saysBasildon Council wants to see a heavier police presence, but a force disputes its leader's claims.25 Jan 202613 Jan 2026'Southend will be having elections in May'All councillors back this May's elections going ahead despite suggestions they should be cancelled.13 Jan 202613 Jan 2026'We trusted a monster with our dogs – now they might all be dead'Oaveed Rahman will be sentenced next month after more than 40 dead animals were found at his house.13 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Council to request May elections are cancelledBasildon's Labour leadership wants more time to focus on local government reorganisation.9 Jan 202623 Dec 2025Tenants' joy as new homes ready before ChristmasOne mother describes being able to move into her new accessible council property as a lifesaver.23 Dec 2025...
