Purfleet17 Feb 2026Man seriously injured after van and lorry collideThe van driver suffered life-threatening injuries in the crash on Monday night, police say.17 Feb 202625 Jan 2026Dartford Crossing tunnel shut after lorry crashThe Essex-bound tunnel has reopened after more than 30 hours of repairs.25 Jan 202616 Dec 2025Five arrested after raids at charity clothes banksPolice believe the outfits were being sold abroad to finance crime.16 Dec 202511 Oct 2025Marsh building reopens after vandalism attackThe reopening has timed well with birds migrating through this autumn, the charity says.11 Oct 20259 Oct 2025Hotline launched for town troubled by docks dustThurrock Council is setting up a 24-hour hotline so residents in Tilbury can report dust levels.9 Oct 20253 Oct 2025M25 exit reopens after two-vehicle collisionNational Highways says emergency services are at the scene.3 Oct 20251 Sep 2025Mum whose daughter died of chickenpox welcomes vaccine planAngie Bunce-Mason, whose daughter died aged three, says the announcement is welcome news.1 Sep 202514 Aug 2025M25 stretch closed for 17 hours due to lorry fireThe motorway reopens anti-clockwise after being shut for repair work following a lorry fire.14 Aug 20251 Aug 2025Double-decker bus fire closes Thames GatewayThe eastbound carriageway of the A13 near Purfleet, Essex has reopened after the incident on Friday.1 Aug 2025...
