
Police hunt for Basildon man in connection with assault and dangerous driving
He is of stocky build with a bald head and a black beard
Local news from Basildon and the surrounding area

He is of stocky build with a bald head and a black beard

He has gone missing from Southend but may be in the Basildon area

Two members of the operation have been locked up

It will "be to the benefit of residents" according to a Councillor

The new leader said he would protect green spaces in the borough

The new Tory leader of the council said there was probably better things to spend the money on

Angry residents claim that some patient's 'last views' are windows, car parks and stairwells covered in the faecal matter

"This is an absolute honour for me. To potentially be the youngest mayor in Basildon has made me feel very honoured"

Big news for Basildon! The Conservatives are set to lead our Borough Council, and they've got the backing of Reform UK. This political development will be shaping things right here in Basildon.

Reform UK are expected to take roles in the council's committees after winning 11 seats at the elections earlier this month

Midwives and other maternity staff at the hospital were exposed to dangerous levels of nitrous oxide

A new youth centre with boxing club, gym and studio will be built in a former charity shop underneath the Raquels nightclub in Basildon

The fast food chain has slammed the 'completely unacceptable' behaviour

Police said one of the victims was stabbed very close to their heart

Essex Police want to identify and speak to a man as part of its investigation

The party has faced major losses and has lost its overall control

The pool will remain closed to allow for 'thorough cleaning'

Residents worry their voices would not be heard, with many telling us they wouldn't be voting at the local elections next week

The artisian market has become a popular event locally

One person has been taken to hospital after the incident this morning (April 24)