Southend family left homeless after DELIBERATE devastating house fire in Brightwell Avenue
A Southend family has been left without a home after a fierce fire tore through much of their property on Monday afternoon, causing severe damage. […]
Month: March 2025
Ambulance ‘explodes’ in dramatic fire on A130 near Benfleet, sending thick smoke into the sky
Explosions rocked parts of Benfleet this evening near to the A130, after an ambulance burst into flames, sending thick black smoke billowing into the sky. […]
easyJet re-opens base at Southend Airport, offering 20 routes and creating 1,200 jobs
easyJet has launched its tenth UK base at London Southend Airport, in a move that strengthens its presence in the UK leisure travel market and […]
Brawling fight erupts at Cliffs Pavilion during comedy show as hecklers spark chaos
A stand-up comedy show at Cliffs Pavilion in Southend-on-Sea descended into chaos on Saturday night when a heated brawl broke out in the audience—fuelled by […]
A call that saved a life: Southend RNLI volunteer crew rescue man from drowning near Leigh-on-Sea
A man was just minutes from drowning when Southend RNLI volunteers launched a heroic rescue mission in Benfleet Creek, to the West of Two Tree […]
Filthy road signs? This man has been cleaning them up – for free!
Southend’s road signs have been getting a much-needed makeover, thanks to one dedicated man with a brush and a mission. Liam Wildish, better known online […]
Serial fraudster from Westcliff convicted again after scamming grieving family out of thousands
A notorious conman from Westcliff, Essex, has once again been convicted of fraud—this time for scamming a grieving family out of thousands of pounds by […]
WHSmith brand to disappear from the high street – what is the new brand ‘TG Jones’?
One of the most iconic names on the British high street is set to vanish after more than two centuries, as WH Smith’s store network […]
Teenager arrested at Heathrow Airport in connection with violent disorder in Southend – the 10th suspect to be taken into custody
A teenager has been arrested at Heathrow Airport in connection with a violent disorder incident that shook Southend’s seafront last summer, bringing the total number […]
Car cruise controversy: Fines issued to dozens of car enthusiasts after reports of reckless driving
A total of 37 fines have been handed out following a car meet on Southend seafront last Saturday, as authorities cracked down on dangerous driving […]
Man and baby taken to hospital after car flips in crash on narrow Westcliff road
A man and a baby were rushed to hospital after a crash in Westcliff this morning, in which a car flipped onto its side on […]
Jobs: Exciting summer roles available – drivers & event staff needed
If you’re looking for a fun, energetic job this summer, Ellis Leisure has exciting opportunities available! The leading local events company, known for its inflatable […]
Smash burger craze hits Southend as new burger joint opens
Southend food lovers have a new hotspot to rave about, as SMASH – The Burger Joint has officially opened its doors in the city. Specialising […]
Southend woman who helps homeless and vulnerable dogs wins special prize
A local hero who dedicates her time to helping vulnerable people and their beloved pets has won a well-deserved VIP prize for Southend’s biggest music […]
Police crackdown at Southend car meet sparks debate over arrests and heavy-handed tactics
A heated debate has erupted following a major police operation at a car meet in Southend-on-Sea last weekend. The event, which attracted car enthusiasts from […]