Basildon2 days agoHaul of air rifles stolen from lorry overnightPolice appeal for CCTV from businesses in the Cranes Farm industrial estate after 81 guns are taken.2 days ago2 days agoPolice urged to dig at site of 41 dead dogsPeople tell the BBC they fear the remains of more dogs are yet to be found at the compound in Essex.2 days ago4 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.4 days ago4 days agoRescue centre owner jailed over dog deathsDetectives are undertaking a UK-wide investigation to identify who the dogs belonged to.4 days ago6 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.6 days ago15 Feb 2026Boys have adventure of a lifetime filming Lord of the FliesThe cast say they made friends for life during the filming of the new BBC One series.15 Feb 202614 Feb 2026Person rescued as candle on bed starts flat fireThe flat is badly damaged and one occupant is treated for smoke inhalation.14 Feb 202613 Feb 2026Final talks ongoing for new Waitrose, council saysBasildon Council leader Gavin Callaghan says the authority will buy the land if necessary.13 Feb 202612 Feb 2026Electric police cars to charge up at bus depotEssex Police has partnered with First Bus to charge its growing fleet of electric vehicles. 12 Feb 2026...
