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

11 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

11 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

11 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

11 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

11 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

11 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

11 months ago

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

Violence erupts in Southend city centre: Bladed weapon seized

11 months ago

Police enacted a dispersal order covering much of Southend city centre yesterday evening, following a fight involving a group of…

Southend Halloween Parade will return for its biggest, brightest and spookiest event yet

11 months ago

Southend’s much-loved Halloween Parade is set to light up the seafront once again this October, returning for its fifth year…

Residents report “awful stench” across Canvey & Benfleet after chemical leak

11 months ago

A strong and sickening smell that spread across parts of Canvey Island and Benfleet has been traced, after multiple evacuations…