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Met Office forecast cold and unsettled weekend across south Essex
While conditions will remain mostly dry on Saturday, Sunday could turn more unsettled later in the day.
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Man accused of Basildon rape told police he 'required sex three times a day'
Jurors in the Basildon rape trial of Stanford Le Hope mechanic Joseph Thomas have heard his police interview.
Inside the 5-bed gated property in south Essex on sale for under £1 million
Located on Lee Chapel Lane in Westley Heights, Basildon, the detached property is listed by Bear Estate Agents with a guide price of £900,000 to £950,000
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Woman tearfully insists Essex mechanic raped and assaulted her after fixing car
A woman from Basildon borough tearfully gave evidence at the rape trial of Stanford Le Hope mechanic Joseph Thomas.
Man walks free despite admitting possession of illegal Rambo knife in south Essex
Jamie Copping admitted possessing an offensive weapon at Basildon Crown Court, but was told he would be immediately released from prison.
Man accused of Basildon rape 'wrote that he enjoyed beating women', court hears
Jurors in the rape trial of Thurrock mechanic Joseph Thomas have seen text messages where he describes beating women until they bleed and cry
South Essex dad's domestic violence charges dropped after alleged victim pulls out
South Essex dad Jamie Copping was cleared of domestic violence after his partner withdrew support for the prosecution
'Panicked' woman describes fighting off alleged sex attack by south Essex man
Thurrock man Joseph Thomas, on trial for rape, told Essex Police he enjoyed a 'daddy-daughter rape fetish', Basildon Crown Court was told.
Council worker accused of sex attack had 'disturbing attitude', Basildon court told
A jury in a Basildon rape trial have heard the alleged victim describe fighting off a sex attack by council worker Joseph Thomas, from Thurrock
Denise van Outen visits beloved 'celebrity hotspot' hotel on Southend seafront
The actress and dancer visited the Roslin Beach Hotel, sharing snaps on her Instagram story.
Bin collections disrupted for two more weeks in Basildon after festive break
Residents are asked to ensure their bins are visible and accessible by 7.30am on collection day
South Essex charity appeals for people to foster horses and ponies this winter
The Essex Horse and Pony Protection Society (EHPPS) in Pitsea has launched the appeal to temporarily foster the animals.
Armed police in chase on major south Essex road before 'drink driver' arrested
The driver, who was in a Vauxhall Mokka, led police on a dangerous chase before officers used what is known as a “stinger” to stop them on the A130.
6 adorable pooches looking for forever homes at Basildon's Dogs Trust
Six dogs in south Essex are hoping to find their forever homes. The dogs are currently under the care of Dogs Trust Basildon
Christmas tree lights caused blaze that began in Basildon lounge
Two people and five dogs were rescued from a house fire in Basildon as an emergency service highlights the importance of working smoke alarms.
Freezing temperatures forecast as south Essex faces bitterly cold weekend
While conditions will remain dry and bright, biting winds will make it feel well below zero at times.
Person detained after a crash on A127 slip road in Basildon
A person has been detained after a crash happened on the A127 in Basildon.
Supermarket giant Aldi eyes up new stores across south Essex - here's where
The company announced this as part of a wider plan in which it will open 80 stores across the country in the next two years.
Murder, rape, voyeurism: South Essex criminals jailed in December 2025
South Essex courts jailed criminals in December 2025 for offences including murder, rape, voyeurism and drug dealing.
Inside the sad lives of two Basildon killers. Were their crimes preventable?
Basildon men Zack O'Keeffe and Codey Nolan were each jailed for life within weeks of one another for murders. Were opportunities missed to prevent their crimes?