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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pupils at school in Basildon complete 3K run as part of 'successful' programme
Pupils at a school in Basildon have completed a 3K run as part of a new programme. Northlands Primary School children marked the end of the "Backside to Trackside Juniors" initiative by proudly finishing the race. The effort was made possible by funding from the Pitsea Area Committee, which provided the young runners with starter kits and trainers whilst helping them build confidence, get active, and set goals. Director and head coach of the scheme, Andy Stead, said: "The pilot Backside to Trackside Junior programme has been a huge success. "The children have all put in massive effort and achieved so much, I'm super proud of them." Read more Southend's iconic Rossi Parlour announces extended summer opening hours New shop fronts and children's play area among £86k plans for south Essex town Basildon councillors Jack Ferguson and Pat Reid attended the event to support the young athletes. Grant Taylor, assistant director of community and leisure at Basildon Council, said: "The funding provided by the Pitsea Area Committee has made a positive impact. "It's inspiring to see what they can achieve when given the opportunity and encouragement." Plans are in place to extend the initiative to other Basildon schools.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Yahoo
Delays expected as c2c line reopens following south Essex signalling fault
RAIL lines have reopened between Pitsea and West Horndon following an earlier signalling fault on c2c network. Significant disruption was expected due to the fault, with the rail operator now warning that some delays may remain. Passengers have been advised to check their journeys and plan for minor delays and service revisions - disruption is expected to last until 8.15am. We're now on WhatsApp! Join our new channel at to get all the latest breaking news and exclusive stories delivered straight to your phone. A spokesperson for c2c said: "Following a fault with the signalling system between Pitsea and West Horndon the line is now open. Disruption is expected until 08:15 09/06. "Train services via Basildon are returning to normal but some services may still be delayed or revised." Greater Anglia is currently conveying passengers via any reasonable route until further notice with arrangements made for c2c rail tickets to be accepted on these journeys.
Daily Mail
20-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
My online shopping sprees were signs of a serious illness. Millions suffer like Rachel but it took doctors 20 years to diagnose her. The impact can be devastating - but there IS an answer
For Rachel Luby, a 37-year-old mental health nurse from Pitsea in Essex, every day is a balancing act. Her bipolar disorder makes life a rollercoaster of barely predictable high, or 'hypomanic', episodes when she'll feel on top of the world and capable of anything for a few weeks. These are chased by devastating 'depressive' episodes during which she does not have the energy or impetus even to get out of bed.
