News

In this section you will find a selection of news items from around the District, as well as from the county of Essex.

Stay up to date with your latest local news, find out where the jams are with the latest traffic information and read about local issues in the Rochford District Matters (RDM) Newspaper.

Rochford District Matters

Rochford District Matters started out as a quarterly published newspaper for the residents of the Rochford District.  It is also now available to view online.

Rochford District Matters has informative news articles, upcoming events, updates from the Council and a wide variety of features from around the District that will keep you up to date with all the activities in the area.

Rochford District Matters Online is continuously updated and you can have your say on what you have read and tell us what you would like to see more of.

District News

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Veterans Enjoy Afternoon Tea The Chairman of Rochford District Council, Councillor Tony Humphries met with more than 70 local veterans at a traditional afternoon tea, and were entertained by “Come Home Sweet Papa”. The event was held to recognise those in the Rochford District who have served our Country and gave Councillor Humphries the opportunity to meet with them and [...]

Three Star Award for Council Website Rochford District Council has been singled out for praise in a national report into more than 450 local government websites. The Council’s website at www.rochford.gov.uk was commended for the information provided on rubbish collection and was one of only 26 councils who were recognised for their easy to use A-to-Z list.  Overall the Council’s website has [...]

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District Events

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Paul Jones and Fiona Hendley Jones performance Paul & Fiona have been at the cutting edge of the music & entertainment industries for many years. Paul’s distinguished career includes being the awardwinning lead singer of Manfred Mann (“Do Wah Diddy” and “Pretty Flamingo”). Millions listen to him on Radio 2, Jazz FM & elsewhere, & on TV he has hosted talk shows [...]

Out and About A round up of events and attractions around the District! Arts and Leisure The Rayleigh Horticultural Society Spring Show takes place on 4 April at the Mill Arts & Events Centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh and is open to the public from 2 – 4.30pm. Admission is £1, with accompanied children free. For more information or to become a [...]

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Essex News

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Man charged with abduction rape Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:44:30 GMT A man is remanded in custody charged with the rape and false imprisonment of a 17-year-old girl in Essex.

Consultation begins on coast plan Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:51:13 GMT People living in the coastal towns in Essex are invited to view proposals on how best to manage the risk of flooding and erosion.

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