Adventure Island on Southend seafront has unveiled Tornado, a new high-speed indoor ride that spins up to 24 visitors against its walls before the floor drops away beneath them.
A large tree has crashed onto a BMW in Hobleythick Lane, Westcliff, forcing a road closure near Southend High School for Boys as Storm Austen brings strong winds.
Your complete guide to Leigh Lights 2026, now called Light Up Leigh. Find out what’s happening on 27 November, including road closures, Santa’s Grotto, Christmas markets, entertainment and shopping.
Police are investigating after a video appeared to show a pro-Palestine activist spitting on Sir David Amess’s statue in Southend, prompting condemnation from politicians and residents.
Meet the woman behind Prowse Restaurant, the Southend seafront dining spot winning glowing reviews as Christmas bookings open early, with festive menus, live music and pre-pantomime dining.
An 18-year-old Westcliff man has been arrested after fireworks were allegedly set off recklessly on Southend beach, frightening families. Witnesses and event organisers have described the incident.
Southend’s iconic Kursaal has secured £540,000 from Historic England to restore its famous dome, repair the historic building and support plans to reopen as a family entertainment destination.
A new £671,000 inclusive playground has opened at East Beach in Shoeburyness, featuring wheelchair-accessible equipment, sensory activities and a giant submarine, just in time for October half-term.
Southend’s KFC at Greyhound Trading Park has secured permission for 3am drive-thru opening every night, despite residents’ concerns about noise, antisocial behaviour and late-night disturbances.
Three ambulance staff were taken to hospital after two ambulances collided near Southend Hospital. One crashed into a tree.
Six Southend grammar school offers have been withdrawn after council investigators uncovered false addresses, prompting debate about school catchment areas, academic ability and fair admissions.
Two Halifax cash machines have been taped up and are set to be removed following the permanent closure of the bank’s Southend High Street branch.
More than £7,000 has been raised for the family of Southend mum Lauren Rawlinson, 32, as her partner Carl Stead, siblings and friends share heartbreaking tributes.
A classic TVR sports car was destroyed by fire on Hospital Road in Shoeburyness on Thursday. Witnesses describe the driver’s escape as concerns are raised about ageing fuel systems.
Madness will be coming to Southend for a special Priory Park concert in July 2027 as Lazydays Festival expands to four days. Here’s when tickets go on sale.
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