Upminster6 days ago'I'm stuck with a full skip I can't get rid of'The skip at an Orsett animal sanctuary is still there months after the waste company went bust.6 days ago4 Jun 2025New roof and repairs on medieval barn completeTithe Barn, Upminster, is one of earliest surviving buildings in Havering, built in about 1450.4 Jun 20251 May 2025No money for north-east London tram - councilPlans for a new tram route through Havering stall due to a lack of funding, the local council admits.1 May 202513 Apr 2025How Universal Studios almost came to EssexUniversal almost came to the UK in the 90s, but it would be 35 years until it pushed on with plans.13 Apr 202527 Jan 2025Fresh thatch for 15th century barn on at-risk listThe 15th century Tithe Barn in Upminster is being restored with a re-thatched roof.27 Jan 202513 Dec 2024Man dies after being hit by car on motorwayPolice asked for anyone with information to come forward13 Dec 202414 Nov 2024'Men can really let their guard down on our walks'Scott Johnson hopes to support more men as his mental health initiative expands across London.14 Nov 20249 Oct 2024Smiling seal photo wins Countryfile calendar prizePrimary school teacher Ursula Armstrong only took up photography during lockdown.9 Oct 20248 Sep 2024Man dies in crash that closes M25 for 10 hoursThe road is shut clockwise leading up to the Dartford crossing.8 Sep 2024...