http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk All the latest news from Barking & Dagenham Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8953 PLANS for 35 new homes and a new bar and restaurant have been unveiled. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8129 CIVIL servants will carry out a two-day strike in Essex over plans to cap worker's redundancy packages. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8125 A LOCAL charity is offering its London Marathon team the opportunity to soothe their aching muscles and take a moment to relax before the big day. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8123 A LOCAL business centre has won a large grant to help people start up for themselves. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8121 TWO Southend Library reading groups have attracted national interest from The Reading Agency (TRA) and the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8119 SOUTHEND United Community and Educational Trust took delivery of their new mini-bus last week. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8117 REBUILDING any school in special measures is always a challenge – Waterman Primary School is no exception. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8115 AN ALLEYWAY has been named after a Rayleigh historian after emergency services failed to find the unnamed location. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8113 SOUTHEND Hospital has warned visitors not to visit wards following an outbreak of norovirus. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8111 BUSINESSES can take advantage of a free business breakfast to learn how to be green in Rochford. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8042 MEMBERS of environmental groups have joined together at Priory Crescent in response to proposed measures by Southend Council to fell trees and widen the road. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8030 A CANVEY crime writer who wrote a book entitled 'The Art of Armed Robbery' has been sentenced 12 years following a string of robberies. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8035 A CANVEY crime writer who wrote a book entitled 'The Art of Armed Robbery' has been sentenced 12 years following a string of robberies. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=8001 WORRIED councillors have accused Basildon Hospital of not keeping them informed about action to improve standards. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7986 BASILDON'S newest children's centre comes with a built-in bonus – contact with the 'grandparent' generation. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7976 RAWRETH residents have demanded council bosses rethink plans to build more than 1,000 homes over fears of flooding and poor air quality issues. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7969 A GROUP of young people are taking part in a 12 week Princes Trust course. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7962 DENTISTS working in Hockley have been cut short leaving thousands without nearby care. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7958 A DRAMA group is urgently appealing for the public's help. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7945 THE HEAD of the most improved school in the country has criticised Thurrock Council. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7938 AN ARMY veteran brought a touch of magic into Peter Benson's life - and changed it forever. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7919 BASILDON Hospital will be sentenced at Basildon Crown Court after admitting a breach of health and safety regulations, which led to a young man's death. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7912 A FAMILY is gearing up to beat breast cancer this month by taking part in the Pedal it Pink event. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7902 A LEADING community group was saved from closure at the eleventh hour last Wednesday. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7891 A TEAM of NHS Health Trainers have been appointed by NHS South East Essex as part of a national programme to help improve the health and wellbeing of the population. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7875 TRAFFIC delays on the A127 at Progress Road were caused by faulty traffic lights. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7867 HOMEOWNERS living in Essex flood risk areas will be sent warning messages by phone – unless they opt out of the scheme. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7858 A GROUP of young people have produced a series of short films that explore the changing face of the town, record personal histories and look at the past. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7849 SIXTEEN caterers from across the borough have received prizes in the council's first ever Healthy Eating Awards. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7846 THE CONSERVATIVE whip has been withdrawn from a Castle Point councillor after colleagues voted against him. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7838 THE HEAD of Thurrock Council has refused to step down despite losing a vote of no confidence last Wednesday. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7826 IT WAS a mixture of television's MasterChef and Ready Steady Cook as local schools faced each other in a cook-off. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7822 A BENFLEET couple will receive a telegram from the Queen as they celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7818 A COMMUNITY group has released an anti-bullying book in conjunction with the Home Office. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7815 CHELMSFORD'S new museum extension was officially opened by HRH The Duke of Gloucester last Thursday. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7812 A PROJECT has been launched to encourage disadvantaged youngsters to become budding filmmakers in Castle Point and Rochford. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7809 PUPILS at a Billericay scheme have won a national award for their anti-bullying 'buddy' scheme, for the second year running. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7806 IRRESPONSIBLE motorists removed 'road closed' signs at Buttsbury Wash, between Billericay and Ingatestone, putting their own lives at risk, according to Essex fire officers. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7801 THE TEAM at a local gym has joined together with Southend Council's Street Engagement Team to get children off the streets. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7798 A MAJOR initiative to change the lives of Southend young people is urgently seeking volunteers for a special project to start this month. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7793 BENEFITS officers from Basildon Council will work with colleagues from Swan Housing to help deal with tenants' benefit claims. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7785 PHYLLIS Reeve, who has had a weekly date at Basildon Hospital for the last 34 years, had an extra special appointment last Monday. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7780 AN ASSISTANT site manager from Southchurch has added another Black Belt to his impressive list of martial arts qualifications. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7773 FASHION students from South Essex College of Further & Higher Education have joined forces with Debenhams to help launch the new fashion brand H! by Henry Holland. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7768 A NEW community room has opened in a Rayleigh fire station. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7765 A NEW group has been established to campaign for the future of a Canvey paddling pool. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7762 HEATHER Penny is more interested in pounds at the moment - pounds sterling that is. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7754 CONGRATULATIONS! Young Freya Greggs has been named winner of Yellow Advertiser's Baby & Toddler of the Year. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7750 SOUTHEND Together Partnership have teamed up with some of Britain's biggest supermarket chains to support 'The Big Swap' as part of Fairtrade Fortnight, which began last week. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7746 OLDER people will have free access to Barking and Dagenham's leisure centres from April. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7745 OLDER people will have free access to Barking and Dagenham's leisure centres from April. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7743 A GIANT iron bee has been vandalised just a month after being installed on Canvey. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7741 POLICE are looking to trace a woman believed to own a dog responsible for an alleged attack on another pet on Canvey. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7738 TRIBUTES have poured in for a Dagenham soldier who was killed in Afghanistan. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7739 TRIBUTES have poured in for a Dagenham soldier who was killed in Afghanistan. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7737 RESIDENTS in Barking are calling on the council to resolve the parking problems in their area. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7736 RESIDENTS in Barking are calling on the council to resolve the parking problems in their area. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7735 YOUNG dancers scooped a 100 per cent pass rate in their ISTD Ballet exams last month. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7733 STAFF at Southend Library welcomed customers with a cheery cuppa last week as part of the Big Brew - which marked the national launch of Fairtrade Fortnight. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7731 A JUDGE has sent a Rochford man to jail for four years for impersonating a police officer and kidnap. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7727 THIEVES broke into ten cars in two days, stealing £2,370 worth of items and causing more than £1,100 worth of damage. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7725 A GANG caught running one of the country's largest illegal fuel distribution operations has been jailed. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7720 PEOPLE are being invited to come along and enjoy a special day of events this weekend. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7718 A TWENTY five per cent rise in the birth rate has led to Newham Council receiving a significant cash boost for primary school places. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7715 VOLUNTEERS turned out to help the environment as London experienced its lowest daytime tide. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7713 HUNDREDS of residents joined council dignitaries to celebrate improvements at Forest Lane Park in Forest Gate. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7709 A GROUP of primary school children have shared their concerns about their community with Newham's Mayor. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7707 PATIENTS, staff and visitors celebrated Dignity Action Day at Newham University Hospital NHS Trust last Thursday. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7704 FIVE people have been granted the Freedom of Newham – an accolade just nine have received since 1965. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7700 SHOPPERS are being urged to think of the borough's homeless shelter during their next weekly shop. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7698 SMOKERS in the borough have been getting a helping hand this week in kicking the habit. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7696 WALTHAM Forest has seen London's biggest increase in the number of households on the council's waiting list, latest figures show. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7694 A GATE has been installed at an alleyway in Walthamstow to curb anti-social behaviour. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7692 EQUIPMENT for treating people with diabetes has been donated to Whipps Cross Hospital. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7690 A COMMUNITY transport scheme in Waltham Forest has won a prestigious national award. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7688 A MAN is setting out to do all he can to join in the fight against prostate cancer. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7686 EAST London is the frontline in the fight against a resurgence of Tuberculosis (TB) in the capital. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7684 A MUSICIAN is setting out his stall to play at one of the biggest concerts of the year. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7681 CHILDREN and teachers battled it out in a quest to become masters of technology. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7678 YOUNG offenders have been working in Dagenham to spruce up a community area. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7679 YOUNG offenders have been working in Dagenham to spruce up a community area. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7676 AN EDUCATIONAL institution is getting itself ready to celebrate a significant anniversary. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7673 IT'S time to buy with your conscience as Fairtrade Fortnight hits the borough. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7670 PHASE TWO of an £80million refurbishment programme in Rainham was given planning permission this week. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7668 A CHARITY donation scheme celebrated its first birthday last week. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7660 YELLOW Advertiser has teamed up with one of the area's most pioneering radio stations for a media partnership. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7665 YELLOW Advertiser has teamed up with one of the area's most pioneering radio stations for a media partnership. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7658 A NEW sculpture has been unveiled at Hornchurch Library to mark the end of a community project to bring more public art into Havering. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7656 A FRUIT SELLER from Upminster has been ordered to pay almost £1,400 in fines and prosecution costs for leaving dozens of boxes of mangos in a country lane. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7653 SECURITY staff have been given the power to hand out on-the-spot fines to the public. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.dagenham-today.co.uk/tn/news.cfm?id=7646 BRENTWOOD Council has introduced eight new free parking spaces in Hart Street in a bid to help local retailers. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:02:00 GMT