Basildon resident Andy Long is running in this years London Marathon to raise funds for Dementia UK after working in a local care home – He told Asha from Bedrock Radio more about why he’s running. [LISTEN AGAIN]
Local Trading Standards teams have delivered a significant hit to organized crime this month, removing more than £56,000 worth of illicit tobacco and vapes from
We’re thrilled to share the winners of our 2026 Easter Raffle, which brought together listeners, supporters, and friends all eager to take part, have some
The transformation of Havering’s most critical transport artery has reached a pivotal moment. This week, Council Leader Ray Morgon and Cabinet Member for Environment Barry
Families looking for a memorable Easter break won’t need to travel far this year. Barking and Dagenham is bursting with events, from whimsical Alice in
Havering Council has officially launched ‘Plants for Pollinators’, an ambitious year-long project transforming local libraries into hubs for environmental action. The initiative aims to tackle
Pupils at William Torbitt Primary School created their own Sherlock Holmes themed radio drama “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗢𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝘇𝘇𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸”. We broadcast the play on 12th March – Listen Again Podcast now avaliable.
National Highways says groundwork is now underway on the Lower Thames Crossing between Essex and Kent. Ahead of major construction starting in 2028. In Essex, around 50 archaeologists are excavating near Coalhouse Fort, while new wetland habitats are being created in East Tilbury.
No Smoking Day returns on Wednesday 11 March 2026, bringing a powerful reminder that quitting doesn’t have to start with a huge, overwhelming goal — it can begin with just one day.
See what local resources you can use to help quit smoking / vaping today.
London and South East Named England’s Worst Region for Driving Manners as Tailgating Rates Soar. New data from National Highways reveals that 41% of drivers in London and the South East admit to tailgating, contributing to over 200 serious collisions in the region last year. The study highlights a growing crisis of patience on the road,
