East Tilbury3 days agoWhales found dead after pod spotted in ThamesThe BDMLR is hopeful the rest of the pod has left the estuary and returned to the North Sea.3 days ago6 days agoRare sighting of long-finned pilot whales in Thames6 days ago6 days agoWhale pod spotted in Thames is 'highly unusual'People are urged not to crowd the whales or make a lot of noise.6 days ago9 Aug 2026Tonnes of metal alight in recycling centre fireCrews have been working through the night to tackle the blaze at the site, the fire service says.9 Aug 202624 Jul 2026Labour win council seats after Reform resignationsTwo Reform councillors quit weeks after being elected, triggering the by-elections.24 Jul 20266 Mar 2026Work begins on land for Lower Thames CrossingTunnelling is due to begin in 2028, and the £10bn road will open in the mid to late-2030s.6 Mar 202611 Feb 2026XL bully owner sentenced over dog walker attackA court hears the victim was left with serious hand injuries and her dog later had to be put down.11 Feb 20263 Feb 2026'My sister's killer must confess or stay in jail'The body of Danielle Jones, 15, who was kidnapped and murdered in Essex, has never been found.3 Feb 20262 Dec 2025Crews tackle scrap metal fire at recycling centreThe fire service says the blaze was found in a large pile of mixed metals.2 Dec 2025...
