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The interactive Beat the Street Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary challenge has come to an end, with more than 2,415 local residents clocking up an impressive 9,172 miles of active travel together.

The free six-week game transformed the streets of Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary into a giant interactive playground, encouraging residents of all ages to walk, run, cycle, scoot and wheel between ‘Beat Boxes’ to earn points and prizes.

Residents in East Tilbury can enjoy even greater access to their local library.

East Tilbury Library and Hub is now open on Wednesdays and stays open later — until 7pm — giving greater access for those who find it difficult to visit during traditional office hours. 

Some of the most inspirational children and young people from across Thurrock came together to celebrate a host of remarkable achievements at the 2026 SEND and Alternative Provision Awards.

Some of the most inspirational children and young people from across Thurrock came together to celebrate a host of remarkable achi

Cllr Bill Cook, Mayor of Thurrock raised the Armed Forces Day Flag at the council’s Civic Offices today.

The Mayor was joined by Cllr Richard Bingley, Leader of Thurrock Council, fellow councillors, Thurrock Council Cabinet members, MP Jen Craft, members of the Royal British Legion and Army Cadets and the Grays Town Band, who played the national anthem as the flag was raised.

Some of Thurrock’s most remarkable looked-after children and young people were recognised for their inspiring achievements during a special awards ceremony.

The Children Looked After Celebration Event was held at Blackshots Civic Hall on Friday 12 June, bringing together young people, carers, councillors and council staff.

Festive fun will be back at the Thameside Theatre this year with the return of the ever popular panto.

Better communications with tenants; proactive maintenance to avoid serious repairs and completing more repairs on the first visit are among improvements laid out in the new repairs and maintenance contract for the council’s housing. 

Thurrock Council has appointed Mears to deliver the services for council homes in the borough.