During the course of this year Rochford District Council’s ‘Dreams and Memories’ project has been going from strength to strength with local children, athletes, artists, councillors, sporting stars and residents contributing to a national archive recording opinions on the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Continue Reading

Rochford District Council, in partnership with Rochford Extended Services and Virgin Active will be running a packed programme of sports and arts activities during the school summer holidays. Continue Reading

The Chairman of Rochford District Council, Councillor Simon Smith, welcomed a host of local community groups and organisations to his annual Civic Reception. Continue Reading

We are currently making some changes to the recycling bank sites around the District. Continue Reading

A selection of postcards is now on sale in the library. Priced at 50 pence each, all proceeds to go to Rayleigh in Bloom. Continue Reading

Having won a prestigious Green Apple award for its successful residents recycling scheme last year, Rochford’s Maximise Recycling Scheme has now been included in a reference book which will be circulated around the world. Continue Reading

Following the fire in one of Rochford District Council’s recycling collection vehicles last week (Wednesday June 29) in Plumberow Avenue, the Fire Service has issued advice about ensuring that hot materials are fully extinguished before they are discarded. Continue Reading

More than 60 local business people have attended Rochford District Council’s latest Business Breakfast. Continue Reading

Hot weather can be very dangerous and even kill. The NHS in south Essex is reminding all local residents that certain people such including the elderly, babies and young children and those with chronic, heart and breathing conditions can be particularly vulnerable in the hot weather. Continue Reading

Please note the following hours will come into operation on 4th July. Continue Reading