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…

Southend Halloween Parade 2025: Everything you need to know for the seafront event

11 months ago

A huge illuminated Halloween Parade and a free fireworks display will take place on Southend seafront this October! The hugely…

Police cordon off area of Southend High Street after man found with head injury

11 months ago

A man in his 20s was rushed to hospital with a serious head injury, after an incident in Southend High…

Southend welcomes Crave Bakery as former Wenzel’s unit gets new lease of life

12 months ago

A former bakery shop in Westcliff has found new life as Crave Bakery and Coffee House opens its doors –…

Bottomless brunch arrives in Leigh-on-Sea with DJs, samba shows & Mediterranean feasting

12 months ago

One of Leigh-on-Sea’s most talked-about restaurants is raising the bar for weekend dining. The Med - a vibrant Mediterranean eatery…

Smoke seen pouring from Southend care home as fire crews respond

12 months ago

Emergency services rushed to Catherine Lodge on Baxter Avenue, Southend, after a fire broke out in one of the flats.…

Lidl announces plans to open new supermarket on site of Rayleigh pet store

12 months ago

A brand new Lidl supermarket is set to be built in Rayleigh, replacing the long-standing Swallow Aquatics store on London…

Thousands of illegal cigarettes and “dangerous vapes” uncovered in corner shop raids

12 months ago

A major enforcement operation in Southend has uncovered a huge haul of illegal cigarettes, hand-rolling tobacco and non-compliant disposable vapes…

Lonely peacock called Kevin wanders house-to-house in search of love

12 months ago

Kevin the Peacock – the flamboyant feathered local who strutted off from his home near Magnolia Nature Reserve in Ashingdon…

Infinity Showbar in Southend closes after five years of drag, glitter and good times

12 months ago

A much-loved LGBTQ+ venue in Southend has shut its doors after five colourful years. Infinity Showbar & Lounge, based on…