Basildon2 days agoTeen's design wins her a VIP trip to FA Cup finalRuby Robinson, 18, from Essex, says it was a dream to see her shirt design at Wembley.2 days ago3 days agoCouncil is close to selling off listed flatsThe 1960s tower block has had flooding issues and the council is looking for a private investor.3 days ago7 days agoMum and son jailed for ramming driver after 13-mile chaseHollie Dance is the mother of Archie Battersbee, whose death attracted global headlines in 2022.7 days ago25 May 2026Footballers praise study looking at women's bootsResearchers want to verify claims that specially-made women's football boots can reduce injury.25 May 202622 May 2026Tory and Reform deal in place to run councilThe Conservatives will run Basildon Borough Council, with the support of Nigel Farage's party.22 May 202618 May 2026More than 100 maternity staff sue NHS over gas exposureStaff say they suffered from symptoms including fatigue, anxiety, headaches and "brain fog".18 May 202616 May 2026Plea to swimmers after poo and vomiting in poolPool staff in Basildon clean up three incidents of vomiting and one of diarrhoea in recent weeks.16 May 202614 May 2026Men in court accused of killing football fanTwelve men are due to enter pleas in September, accused of killing Simon Dobbin.14 May 202612 May 2026Potholes and change: Why Essex voted for ReformAfter 25 years, the Tories lose Essex County Council and Thurrock turns away from Labour.12 May 2026...
