Benfleet man prosecuted after neighbours suffer months of loud ‘distasteful’ music

9 months ago

A Benfleet man has been successfully prosecuted after repeatedly disturbing his neighbours with loud, late-night music, despite being officially ordered…

Demonstrators gather in Southend High Street to show solidarity with Ukraine

9 months ago

Demonstrators from the ‘Southend Stands With Ukraine’ group gathered in the High Street yesterday to thank local people for their…

Off-duty police officer recognised for trying to save man hit by train in Prittlewell

9 months ago

An off-duty Metropolitan Police officer who risked his life to save an injured man on the tracks at Prittlewell Station…

Man attacked by five men in Southchurch Park in late night assault: Police appeal for witnesses

9 months ago

Police Detectives from Southend CID are appealing for witnesses and information after a man was assaulted by a group of…

Fears grow over Rochford “turning into a city” as 350-home green belt plan sparks fury

9 months ago

Plans to build 350 new homes on green belt land in Hawkwell have sparked a wave of concerns from local…

Pro-Palestine march in Southend: Police make arrests and investigate offences after counter-protests

10 months ago

Essex Police have launched an investigation after tensions flared in Southend during a pro-Palestine march that took place on Saturday,…

Southend Shakedown set to return annually after roaring comeback on Easter Monday

10 months ago

Southend’s iconic Shakedown biker rally made a triumphant return on Easter Monday 2025 – Southend City Council are now turning…

Man arrested on suspicion of arson after Shoebury flat blaze & Westcliff car fire are linked

10 months ago

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after two fires, that are believed to be linked, broke…

Police step in to delay Gaza protest through Southend’s Jewish neighbourhood

10 months ago

A Palestine solidarity march planned for Saturday 19 April in Southend-on-Sea has had its start time pushed back by Essex…

Essex vehicle theft gang busted after police raids in Southend, Leigh & Basildon

10 months ago

Five men have been arrested following a series of early morning police raids targeting a suspected organised crime group behind…